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Buy Smart. Live Safe.

We do the research to make your home and community safer.
SafeWise Black Friday Deals

Check out our Early Black Friday Deals guide to see smart home, security,  kid tech, and senior tech that already have big discounts! Plus, don't forget to check out Amazon's Black Friday Deals.


Google Store Black Friday Deals are here!

Get some of the best deals of the year on Google Store gadgets. From phones, watches, and earbuds to Nest security cameras, wifi hubs, thermostats and more. Here are a few sneak peeks:

  • Save up to $100 on Pixel Watch 3
  • Save $120 on a Nest Wi-Fi Pro 3-pack
  • Save $50 on the Nest Learning Thermostat

Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Smart home offers end December 4, 2024 at 11:59 PM PT. Google, Google Nest, Google Assistant, and other related marks are trademarks of Google LLC.


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Don't get scammed this season!

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are hot for deals and hot for scammers. Find the most common scams to look out for and how to steer clear in our Black Friday Scams article.

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We've spent hundreds of hours trying safety products and services to find the very best. See our picks to make your life and loved ones safer.

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We've collected data on safety concerns for nearly every stage of life. Find out how likely your home is to flood, if your home is likely to be burglarized, and more.
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Top product reviews from our experts

The security industry moves quickly, so you always have great options! But it’s a lot to sift through. Our experts stay vigilant so you don’t have to.

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See our top home security brand picks

We find the best security systems on the market and try them in our own homes to give you honest recommendations.

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See our top medical alert brand picks

We research the top medical alert products to make every phase of life safer.

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To help you stay safe at home and in your community, we’ve put together national and local resources, including a home security finder by state, to make sure you know where to turn before the unexpected happens. Click on your state below to get resources for your area.

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Our advisory group is made up of industry-leading experts in personal safety, theft trends, IT security, criminal justice, and health. They review our recommendations against the latest safety standards.

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We believe that safety is a lifestyle. Our passion is to make safety accessible and easy for everyone.