Rebecca Edwards

Salt Lake City, Spokane

Lead Safety/Tech Reporter and Branding Manager at SafeWise.com

Writer, Safety Expert, Smart Gadget Nerd

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Best Customer-Rated Home Security Systems

2 weeks ago | safewise.com | Rebecca Edwards

skip to main content Starts at$19.99/mo DIY installation 60-day trial period Customer service star 70% off equipment Starts at$29.99/mo Pro installation Smarter security cameras Advanced smart home features Starts at$21.99/mo DIY or pro installation Advanced dispatch technology Active Guard monitoring Starts at$28.99*/mo Pro installation Longest money-back period Google Nest cameras When it comes to home security, real customer experiences matter most. That’s why we dug into thousands of...
Essential Home Security Systems Guide for 2025

1 month ago | safewise.com | Rebecca Edwards

research hours in 25+ in-home testsyears of combined experiencehomes and people protectedYour home should be your safe place. But keeping it that way takes planning, the right gear, and a little know-how. That’s where we come in. Whether you're researching your first alarm setup or looking to upgrade, this expert-driven guide covers everything you need to know about home security systems—how they work, how to choose, and how to protect what matters most.
Feel Safer and More Prepared: The Self-Defense 101 Class Every Woman Should Take

1 month ago | safewise.com | Rebecca Edwards

skip to main content research hours in 25+ in-home testsyears of combined experiencehomes and people protectedIt's not about being paranoid—it's about being prepared. That's the idea behind Self-Defense 101: What Every Woman Should Know, a live virtual class taking place on Sunday, April 27, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM CDT.
The Best Home Security Systems of 2025 | SafeWise

2 months ago | safewise.com | John Carlsen |Cathy Habas |Alina Bradford |Rebecca Edwards

After our most recent round of testing and researching security systems, SimpliSafe is our top pick for 2025—thanks to smart live monitoring, affordable gear, and no-pressure plans.
Reolink Duo 3 Wi-Fi Review

Feb 19, 2025 | safewise.com | Rebecca Edwards |John Carlsen |Cathy Habas |Alina Bradford

skip to main content research hours in 25+ in-home testsyears of combined experiencehomes and people protected PoE quality without the wire Reolink Duo 3 WiFi 180° panoramic view Motion tracking Power cord research hours in 25+ in-home testsyears of combined experiencehomes and people protectedThe Reolink Duo 3 WiFi security camera is a game-changer in home surveillance.
Battery-powered 24/7 recording: Why it’s such a big deal

Feb 4, 2025 | safewise.com | Cathy Habas |John Carlsen |Rebecca Edwards |Georgia Dixon

skip to main content Continuous, 24/7 recording has been on the top of every battery-powered security camera owner’s wishlist for years, but as you might imagine, non-stop surveillance isn’t exactly energy-efficient. Most battery-powered cameras need recharging every three to six months, and that’s just with motion-triggered recording.
Best of CES Safety Tech Awards 2025

Jan 22, 2025 | safewise.com | Rebecca Edwards

skip to main content We got to see a demo of SimpliSafe’s Active Guard Outdoor monitoring featuring its new Outdoor Camera. And let me tell you—it’s awesome! SimpliSafe has trained all of its live monitors who operate from SimpliSafe’s exclusive monitoring center.
Reolink’s new battery-powered Altas series records 24 hours a day

Jan 21, 2025 | safewise.com | Georgia Dixon |Rebecca Edwards |Alina Bradford |John Carlsen

research hours in 25+ in-home testsyears of combined experiencehomes and people protectedVisit any electronics store or read any of our guides and you’ll be hard-pressed to find a consumer-grade, battery-powered security camera that’s capable of recording 24 hours a day. To extend battery life as much as possible, most only trigger recording when they detect motion, which is usually enough for most users.
How Much Have Recent Natural Disasters Cost Your State?

Jan 17, 2025 | safewise.com | Alina Bradford |Rebecca Edwards |John Carlsen |Cathy Habas

research hours in 25+ in-home testsyears of combined experiencehomes and people protectedBetween 2019 and September 2024, natural disasters have left a big financial impact on many states. Hurricanes hit Louisiana and Florida the hardest, with Louisiana seeing $22.1 billion in hurricane damage and Florida close behind at $19.5 billion. Other states, like Hawaii and Colorado, faced significant wildfire costs, while Texas dealt with major damages from tornadoes, hurricanes, and flash floods.
SimpliSafe Cameras Review: Indoor, Outdoor, and Doorbell

Jan 14, 2025 | safewise.com | Krystal Rogers |Cathy Habas |Katie McEntire |Rebecca Edwards

Privacy shutter Indoor camera Privacy shutter Advanced motion sensor Night vision Outdoor camera Night vision Outdoor camera research hours in 25+ in-home testsyears of combined experiencehomes and people protectedSimpliSafe strives to simplify the home security experience, and its cameras deliver on that promise. They're easy to install and set up, and using them is as easy as opening the SimpliSafe app. Fortunately, simple doesn't mean poor quality.