Best 2D sim/plan for use in security system?

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#300869 10-Oct-2022 12:47

We upgraded our home security alarm system a couple of months ago.

We chose the cellular option and get a txt every time there is activity on the system.

This means a text for actual alarms but also every time we set and unset the alarm when we go in and out.

Easily 20 texts a week, probably more.

It also has a feature to allow us to text the system so we can open our gate remotely.

The installer put in a VF sim but this often failed to get signal.

A 2D pre-pay sim was put in a month ago, and this is working well.

However, it relies on me remembering to pay $10 every month.

The chap in-store was unable to offer anything better.

Either pre-pay $10/m or 50c for each time it sends a text.

The $10/m is definitely the cheaper option.

Is this the best way to setup a cellular alarm system?

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#2980084 10-Oct-2022 12:51

Hiya,

What make/brand of Alarm is it - I opted for a Paradox Alarm with an IP module so I can fully control the alarm remotely. SMS isn't guaranteed delivery and can be delayed, hence why I opted for remotely connecting via phoe app/IP. I can also get pop up notifications on all things I deem relevant. :-)

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#2980135 10-Oct-2022 13:08

Can the $10 prepay plan not use their Autopay feature? Simply renew the plan each month by pinging your credit card $10 each time it's due? You should be able to set this up in the 2Degrees app on a phone, or by logging in to their website (you'll need to set up a login for that prepay number).

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#2980137 10-Oct-2022 13:12

NickMack:
Hiya,

What make/brand of Alarm is it - I opted for a Paradox Alarm with an IP module so I can fully control the alarm remotely. SMS isn't guaranteed delivery and can be delayed, hence why I opted for remotely connecting via phoe app/IP. I can also get pop up notifications on all things I deem relevant. :-)

Nick.

The IP module on our Paradox is only setup for us to set/unset, but activations are sent to a monitoring company. I really must get this changed.

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#2980142 10-Oct-2022 13:20

It's a Bosch 6000.

I specifically asked in-store if I could setup auto-pay to my credit card and he said it couldn't be done with a pre-pay sim.

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#2980179 10-Oct-2022 15:30

kiwifidget:

It's a Bosch 6000.

I specifically asked in-store if I could setup auto-pay to my credit card and he said it couldn't be done with a pre-pay sim.

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#2980182 10-Oct-2022 15:39

Get it on IP and then use data sharing so the sim can use data from your main account and you'll never have to worry about it again.

https://www.2degrees.nz/help/mobile-help/sharing/shared-data

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#2980190 10-Oct-2022 16:09

I considered IP but went with cellular to remove reliance on fibre in a power cut.

The router, UNT and WAP do have a UPS but it wont last hours and hours.

So going back to my original query, is a pre-pay sim the best cellular option?

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#2980300 10-Oct-2022 17:36

Warehouse mobile is 8c per text or $4 per month unlimited and credit lasts for a year

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#2980305 10-Oct-2022 17:55

Warehouse mobile uses the 2degrees network

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#2980332 10-Oct-2022 18:34

Linux: Warehouse mobile uses the 2degrees network

Exactly, which is what the OP wants given his connection problems with VF

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#2980335 10-Oct-2022 18:50

Linux: Warehouse mobile uses the 2degrees network

Thats handy to know. Thx.

VF signal has always been rubbish here, but a new 2d tower just round the corner has been a god-send as Spark not too flash either.

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#2980344 10-Oct-2022 19:24

kiwifidget:
It's a Bosch 6000.

I specifically asked in-store if I could setup auto-pay to my credit card and he said it couldn't be done with a pre-pay sim.

Well, it works for me and every family member on 2degrees prepay. Either Autopay (just takes the value of the prepay plan or $10, $19, etc each month when it's due) or auto-top-up if you just want to ensure there are enough funds available.

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#2980348 10-Oct-2022 20:00

Thanks @Stu , I will certainly look into that if Warehouse Mobile falls through.

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#2982190 13-Oct-2022 10:16

Auto topup seems to be working quite well for my wife. Here is how you can set it up: 2Degrees Auto topup

Another option could be to top it up with $120 and that should auto renew the addon every month for a year, but then again you will have to remember to top it up after a year.

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#2982320 13-Oct-2022 15:11

kiwifidget:

I specifically asked in-store if I could setup auto-pay to my credit card and he said it couldn't be done with a pre-pay sim.

They are incorrect, pre-pay 2degrees plans can definitely do auto pay.

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