Alarm systems in Auckland protect what matters most — your family, your employees, and your assets. Whether you're securing a family home or a multi-site commercial operation, AR Electronics designs and installs intrusion detection systems that respond instantly to threats and give you complete peace of mind.
A professionally installed alarm system does more than detect intruders — it actively deters them. Research shows that homes and businesses with visible security systems are significantly less likely to be targeted by burglars.
Modern alarm systems have evolved far beyond basic sensors and sirens. Today's intrusion detection technology offers:
Commercial premises require robust, scalable intrusion detection that integrates with access control, CCTV, and building management systems. We install and maintain enterprise-grade alarm platforms trusted by banks, government agencies, retail chains, and industrial facilities across New Zealand.
New Zealand-designed and manufactured, ICT Protege seamlessly combines intrusion detection, access control, and building automation in a single integrated platform. The web-based Protege WX suits small to medium businesses, while Protege GX handles complex enterprise deployments with unlimited scalability.
Key features: Integrated access and alarm, mobile app control, building automation, time and attendance integration.
Best for: Commercial buildings, multi-tenancy, offices requiring integrated security and access control.
Australian-designed Integriti delivers enterprise-grade intrusion detection with a standout advantage: no ongoing software license fees. The platform integrates alarms, access control, and CCTV into a unified system with powerful reporting and automation capabilities.
Key features: No annual license fees, detailed audit trails, CCTV integration, flexible user permissions.
Best for: Large commercial, corporate offices, organisations seeking long-term cost efficiency.
Australian-designed Integriti delivers enterprise-grade intrusion detection with a standout advantage: no ongoing software license fees. The platform integrates alarms, access control, and CCTV into a unified system with powerful reporting and automation capabilities.
Key features: No annual license fees, detailed audit trails, CCTV integration, flexible user permissions.
Best for: Large commercial, corporate offices, organisations seeking long-term cost efficiency.
The Tecom Challenger platform has protected New Zealand commercial premises for over 30 years. Challenger10 is designed for corporate and industrial sectors, offering thousands of programmable options and seamless integration with video surveillance and access control.
Key features: Proven reliability, extensive programmability, video integration, multi-site management.
Best for: Banks, retail chains, educational facilities, large commercial installations.
Lenel's OnGuard platform delivers enterprise security management for organisations requiring unified intrusion detection, access control, and video surveillance. The system scales from single buildings to global multi-site deployments with centralised management.
Key features: Enterprise scalability, unified security platform, advanced reporting, global site management.
Best for: Large enterprises, multi-national organisations, corporate campuses.
Honeywell's Galaxy Dimension range provides cost-effective intrusion and door control for commercial and high-end residential premises. The MAXPRO Cloud platform delivers real-time access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection to any mobile device.
Key features: Cloud-based management, video alarm verification, business insights, reliable detection.
Best for: Small to medium businesses, retail, commercial premises requiring cloud connectivity.
Protecting your family and home requires an alarm system that's reliable, easy to use, and doesn't generate false alarms at 3am. We install proven residential alarm brands that offer smartphone control, pet-friendly sensors, and the flexibility to grow with your needs.
Ajax is Europe's most awarded wireless security system, now available in New Zealand. The sleek, modern devices install without cables, communicate via encrypted wireless protocols, and offer battery life of up to seven years. The intuitive smartphone app lets you arm, disarm, and monitor your system from anywhere.
Key features: Completely wireless, stylish design, photo verification (MotionCam), 7-year battery life, pet-friendly sensors.
Best for: Modern homes, apartments, existing homes where cabling is impractical, design-conscious homeowners.
Paradox alarm systems offer the best of both worlds — wired reliability with wireless flexibility. The Magellan series supports a combination of hardwired and wireless sensors, making it ideal for homes where you want to reuse existing wiring while adding new wireless devices. Night-time partial arming is popular with families who want to secure downstairs while moving freely upstairs.
Key features: Hybrid wired/wireless, smartphone app control, stay-arm modes, touchscreen keypads, excellent NZ support.
Best for: Family homes, multi-level houses, properties with existing alarm wiring.
DSC's PowerSeries Neo brings commercial-grade reliability to residential applications. The PowerG wireless technology offers an impressive 2km range (line of sight) and 128-bit encryption — the same security used by banks. The free ConnectAlarm app provides remote arm/disarm, push notifications, and event history.
Key features: PowerG wireless (2km range), 128-bit encryption, free app with no subscription fees, geo-fencing.
Best for: Larger homes, rural properties, homeowners wanting commercial-grade security.
Bosch alarm systems have earned a reputation for reliability through their patented "Blue Line" intrusion technology — ideal for New Zealand's variable climate. Advanced first-step processing distinguishes between human movement and false triggers like curtains or pets. The touchscreen keypads with video verification let you see what caused an activation directly on your smartphone.
Key features: Blue Line sensors (minimal false alarms), video verification, pet-friendly options, touchscreen keypads.
Best for: Quality-focused homeowners, properties with pets, homes requiring high reliability.
Modern alarm systems include a range of detection and notification options. We'll recommend the right combination based on your property and risk profile:
An alarm system protects your property — but who responds when it activates at 2am and you're on holiday?
Professional alarm monitoring connects your system to a 24/7 monitoring centre. When an activation occurs, trained operators verify the alarm and coordinate the appropriate response — whether that's contacting you, dispatching security, or alerting emergency services.
We can arrange monitoring through established NZ monitoring stations, with options including:
Monitoring plans start from around $30-40/month depending on your requirements
Residential systems typically range from $1,500–$4,000 installed, depending on the number of sensors and features required. Commercial systems vary significantly based on scale — from $3,000 for a small office to $20,000+ for multi-zone enterprise installations. We provide detailed quotes after assessing your specific requirements.
No. Modern alarm systems communicate via IP (internet) or cellular networks. We recommend dual-path communication (IP plus cellular backup) for maximum reliability.
Pet-friendly sensors are designed to ignore animals up to a certain weight (typically 20-40kg) while still detecting human intruders. We'll recommend appropriate sensors based on your pets.
Yes. All the residential and commercial brands we install offer smartphone apps for remote arm/disarm, real-time alerts, and system status monitoring.
All alarm systems include battery backup that maintains operation during power outages — typically 8-24 hours depending on the system and configuration.
Not sure what alarm system suits your home or business? Our team will assess your property, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend an intrusion detection solution tailored to your requirements — with a clear, no-obligation quote.