If you want to arm your SimpliSafe system with Alexa or Google using your voice, then you need the Interactive plan to have access to that skill. The Interactive plan also lets you sync your August smart door locks with your SimpliSafe system, so they lock or unlock as you arm or disarm your security system. The Interactive plan also supports video verification through your SimpliSafe cameras. SimpliSafe reps can use the cameras to determine if there’s an actual emergency happening (and if so, what kind), or if your kid just forgot the key code again and it’s really a false alarm. Some cities charge fines for too many false alarms, so this is a useful way to cut down on calling the cops for no reason. And if it is an actual emergency, then SimpliSafe can give first responders more info about the situation. SimpliSafe also now offers customers of the Interactive plan a 10% discount on equipment add-ons and a lifetime warranty on equipment as long as they maintain their subscription. We think it’s worth the 10 extra bucks per month.
