ADT Security Camera Pricing and Costs 2026

Year after year, we highly rate ADT for its top-class monitoring service. The inclusion of Google Nest cameras through ADT Pro Install — and now ADT’s own camera lineup through ADT Blu — has cemented the 150-year-old company in our list of the best home security systems of 2026. Whether you want a professionally installed system with AI-powered Nest cameras or a DIY setup with ADT’s own 2K hardware, ADT now has a camera solution for both.

The key question is which path is right for you. ADT Pro Install and ADT Blu are distinct platforms with different cameras, different price points, and different monitoring structures. Let’s break them down so you can make an informed decision — and not pay for more than you need.

Overview of ADT Security Cameras

ADT’s camera lineup is split across two separate platforms, and the cameras available on each are not interchangeable.

ADT Pro Install is ADT’s professionally installed platform. Through a partnership with Google that began in 2021, every camera in the Pro Install lineup is a Google Nest Cam. These are some of the most advanced security cameras available, featuring AI-powered detection, facial recognition via Google Home Premium, and seamless integration with the Google Home ecosystem. A certified ADT technician handles installation, and a professional monitoring plan starting at $49.99 per month is required. If you want the best camera experience ADT has to offer — and you want someone else to handle the setup — this is the right path.

ADT Blu is ADT’s DIY platform, built for homeowners and renters who want to skip professional installation and long-term contracts. ADT Blu uses its own camera lineup, including an indoor, outdoor, and doorbell camera, all delivering 2K HDR video with smart detection for people, animals, vehicles, and packages. Monitoring is flexible and starts at $9.99 per month for self-monitoring. It’s a more accessible entry point into the ADT ecosystem, and a solid option if you want ADT’s monitoring network without the Pro Install price tag.

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ADT Camera Options

Here’s a full breakdown of what’s available on each platform. While both lineups cover indoor, outdoor, and doorbell camera needs, the hardware and ecosystem are entirely separate.

ADT Pro Install with Nest Cams

We got Google Nest cameras when we tested ADT Pro Install. These cameras integrate directly with ADT’s monitoring system and the ADT+ app, and unlock advanced features like video verification and facial recognition when paired with the right monitoring plan.

All four Nest Cams benefit from ADT’s Google Home Premium subscription, included in the top-tier Pro Install monitoring plan. That subscription unlocks 30 days of cloud video event history, facial recognition, and sound detection — features that would otherwise cost $10 per month if purchased directly from Google. When we tested ADT, the Nest Cam’s cloud-based facial recognition meaningfully reduced false alerts by distinguishing between familiar faces and strangers.

Nest Cams are available individually at the prices above, or as part of a custom ADT Pro Install package. Rather than offering pre-built bundles, ADT builds every system around your specific home and security needs through a free in-home consultation or phone quote. That actually works in your favor here — Nest Cams aren’t the most affordable cameras on the market, so having a trained ADT consultant guide your equipment choices helps ensure you’re not overspending on coverage you don’t need or underspending on coverage you do.

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ADT Blu with ADT-Branded Cameras

ADT Blu uses its own camera lineup separate from the Google Nest cameras available through ADT Pro Install. All three cameras deliver 2K HDR video with smart detection for people, animals, vehicles, and packages, and are designed for tool-free DIY installation. Unlike ADT Pro Install, pre-built ADT Blu packages are also available, with starter kits beginning at $249 that bundle cameras with sensors and a base station.

ADT Blu cameras connect to the ADT+ app and support smart detection alerts, activity zones, and cloud video storage — all without a professional installation appointment. Unlike the Nest Cams, ADT Blu cameras do not support facial recognition. That feature remains exclusive to ADT Pro Install’s Nest Cam lineup via Google Home Premium.

Monthly Cost — ADT Pro Install vs. ADT Blu

The camera hardware costs are only part of the equation. Both ADT platforms require a monthly monitoring plan to unlock camera features like cloud storage and live video access, and the pricing structures are significantly different.

ADT Pro Install monitoring starts at $49.99 per month. The exact price depends on your equipment and features, which are determined during your free in-home consultation or phone quote. Camera support — including cloud video storage, video verification, and Google Home Premium for facial recognition — was included in our plan during testing. It’s also worth noting that there is no self-monitoring option for ADT Pro Install customers.

ADT Blu offers a more flexible and affordable monitoring structure with no long-term contract required:

The bottom line: ADT Blu is significantly more affordable on the monitoring side, with professional monitoring starting at $24.99 per month compared to $49.99 for ADT Pro Install. The trade-off is that ADT Blu cameras don’t offer facial recognition, and the camera ecosystem is ADT’s own rather than Google Nest. For most renters and budget-conscious homeowners, we think ADT Blu’s monitoring structure is the more accessible option. For homeowners who want the full ADT experience with Nest cameras and video verification, we recommend ADT Pro Install.

How ADT Security Camera Pricing Compares

To put ADT’s camera pricing in context, here’s how both platforms stack up against SimpliSafe, Vivint, and Ring — three of the most popular alternatives we’ve tested.

A few things stand out from this comparison. ADT Blu is the most affordable option among the ADT platforms, and its camera prices are considerably lower than SimpliSafe and Vivint. That said, Ring still undercuts it on upfront hardware costs.

For top-quality hardware, ADT Pro Install’s Nest cameras are priced competitively for what they deliver. The Nest Cam Indoor at $99.99 undercuts both SimpliSafe’s wireless indoor camera ($149.99) and Vivint’s indoor camera ($199), while bringing AI detection and facial recognition to the table that neither SimpliSafe nor Ring can match at any price. Vivint’s cameras are the most expensive of the bunch, though the Smart Deter feature on select Vivint cameras adds active deterrence capabilities that Nest cameras don’t replicate.

When it comes to monitoring, ADT Pro Install’s $49.99 starting price is the highest on this list. But it also includes Google Home Premium — a $10/month subscription if purchased from Google directly — and video verification through ADT’s monitoring centers, both of which add genuine value to the package. Read our Vivint vs. ADT comparison and our SimpliSafe vs. ADT comparison for a more detailed head-to-head breakdown.

Recap

ADT’s camera lineup has expanded considerably with the addition of ADT Blu, giving you two distinct paths depending on your budget, installation preference, and desired features.

If you want the most capable cameras ADT offers — Google Nest Cams with 2K HDR video, AI detection, facial recognition, and video verification backed by ADT’s professional monitoring — ADT Pro Install is the right choice. You’ll pay more for the hardware and monitoring, but the overall experience is among the best we’ve tested. Professional installation is handled by a certified technician, and the Google Home Premium subscription included in the top-tier plan adds real value on top of the monitoring service.

If you want ADT’s monitoring network at a more accessible price point, ADT Blu delivers solid 2K cameras with smart detection and no long-term contract — all self-installed in under 30 minutes. It’s a strong option for renters, first-time security system buyers, or anyone who doesn’t need the full Nest ecosystem but still wants ADT reliability behind their cameras.