AT&T vs Xfinity: Our Verdict
AT&T Connected Life and Xfinity Home are both internet-provider-bundled home security services that require you to be a customer of their respective internet services. AT&T Connected Life (powered by Google Home, monitored by Abode) offers self-monitoring for $10.99/mo or professional monitoring for $21.99/mo — the most affordable professional monitoring in this comparison. Xfinity Home starts at $25/mo for professional monitoring. Both are month-to-month with no long-term contract. AT&T Connected Life's unique integration with Google Home devices and lower entry price give it an edge for existing AT&T Fiber customers.
Our Pick
AT&T Connected Life
Recommendation
AT&T Connected Life is the better value for AT&T internet customers — professional monitoring is $21.99/mo vs Xfinity Home's $25/mo, and self-monitoring at $10.99/mo gives a budget-friendly entry option that Xfinity doesn't offer. Choose Xfinity Home if you're an Xfinity subscriber and want deeper integration with the Xfinity app ecosystem and potentially more camera options.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | AT&T | Xfinity |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $10.99/mo | $20.00/mo |
| Max Internet Speed | 5000 Mbps | 2000 Mbps |
| Available Plans | 13 plans | 17 plans |
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| View AT&T Plans | View Xfinity Plans |
Featured Plans
AT&T
AT&T Internet 300
300 Mbps download speed
$65/mo
AT&T Fiber Internet 1000
1 Gbps download speed
$80/mo
Symmetrical gigabit fiber. Most popular plan. $200 Visa Reward Card for new customers (limited time). AutoPay + paperless required.
AT&T Premium 2.0
$85/mo
- ✓Unlimited talk & text
- ✓5G access
- ✓Unlimited premium data
- ✓60GB hotspot
- ✓HD streaming
- ✓ActiveArmor security
- ✕International data
- ✕250GB hotspot
1 line / AutoPay. Unlimited premium data (never deprioritized). 60GB hotspot. 5G. Most popular wireless plan.
Xfinity
Xfinity Home Plus
$40/mo
All Xfinity Home features + smart home automation: remote arm/disarm via Xfinity app, smart lock/light/thermostat control, and scheduled automations. 24/7 professional monitoring. Cellular backup. Requires active Xfinity internet subscription. No long-term contract. Professional installation available.
Xfinity Fast
200 Mbps download speed
$35/mo
Xfinity Fast 1 Gbps
1 Gbps download speed
$70/mo
5-Year Price Guarantee. Gigabit internet. Unlimited data. xFi Gateway included. Most popular tier.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is AT&T home security vs Xfinity home security per month?
AT&T Connected Life offers self-monitoring for $10.99/mo and professional 24/7 monitoring for $21.99/mo. Xfinity Home starts at $25/mo for professional monitoring only (no self-monitoring tier). AT&T Connected Life is cheaper for both self-monitoring and professional monitoring. Both are month-to-month with no contracts.
Does AT&T Connected Life require AT&T internet?
Yes. Like Xfinity Home, AT&T Connected Life requires an active internet subscription from the same provider (AT&T internet or AT&T Fiber). Neither system is available as a standalone product independent of the parent company's internet service. Both use cellular backup to keep the system running during internet outages.
Which is better — AT&T Connected Life or Xfinity Home for smart home integration?
AT&T Connected Life is powered by Google Home and integrates natively with the Google Home ecosystem — including Google Nest cameras, Google Nest doorbells, smart locks, and thermostats. Xfinity Home integrates with the Xfinity app and compatible smart home devices. For households with existing Google Home or Nest devices, AT&T Connected Life offers a more seamless experience.
Do AT&T and Xfinity home security plans require a contract?
No. Both AT&T Connected Life and Xfinity Home are month-to-month plans with no long-term contract. You can cancel either plan with 30 days' notice. This is a key advantage both have over ADT and Vivint, which typically require 36-month contracts.