vanolarm | Is it worth it? (an honest review)
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- Опубликовано: 28 сен 2024
- In this video I install and test the "Vanolarm" system.
This video contains my own experience with the system and is in no way aimed at influencing anyone else's opinion.
Please feel free to leave any comments!
Great honest review.
You've saved me spending £140 on something I would be disappointed with.
Many thanks.
Thanks for watching!
I’ll be doing a year follow up soon…🤙
There won’t be any big surprises tho 😂
Thanks again 🙏
You had more patience than me mate Great review Just Subscribed
Cheers for the feedback! Still struggling with it tbh 🙄…it messaged me the other night saying the van was was 3km away…it wasn’t 😣
For a second I thought the chicken was an alarm sound option 😅
I’d have been happy with that! 🤙😎x
We are starting to look into security now, so thanks for this🙌🏻
Please don’t think I’m discouraging anyone from this system, it might work for other people but from what I’ve experienced, it’s not the best for a camper…I wonder if it’s the insulation? But If it was any help, I’m glad 😁
Please don’t think I’m discouraging anyone from this system, it might work for other people but from what I’ve experienced, it’s not the best for a camper…I wonder if it’s the insulation? But If it was any help, I’m glad 😁
Just got one of these myself. You have to register the fob with each unit individually, leaving all other devices disabled as you go along, before finally putting all batteries back in. Also, by removing the plastic battery tab with sensors not 'in their respective 'positions' the internal SOS tilt alarm won't be set at the correct angle.
I think the system is okay myself but the keyfob registering is fiddly and the battery removal is a ROYAL PAIN IN THE ARSE. I'm thinking of just putting tape in the sides of the sensors. I can't imagine what bollocksing about replacing batteries will be like otherwise.
I managed to get the fob registered and linked to each unit, but I was hoping they would all sound off when someone tried to get in…all that happens is 1 goes off, which can be smashed up pretty quick when the thief is in the van…
The main problem for me is that the main unit doesn’t react to the door units unless they are next to it…that makes it pointless for me tbh…I can set them all off and it not respond, yet I get in the van and it calls me 🤦🏻♂️
I think it may be a good idea for a smaller panel van with no insulation, but I just can’t make it work for me…
I’ll have a go at re linking the units as you said and see if that helps but, unless they all sound at the same time and the unit hears it, I’m not keen.
How do you find the general use? I think it’s a pain in the arse to have to activate it it through the app as well as the fob. I want to push a button when I lock the car and be done with it 😜
Thanks for your comment tho! I’m genuinely interested in other peoples experience with the system 😁😎😎🤙
@@Kernomadz I've set mine up in a camper above the walk-through from the cab and it triggers okay. The multi-alarms thing doesn't bother me so much because 1) most people ignore them 2) they reset after 30 seconds anyway and 3) I mainly wanted tracking and an alert if the van is being fiddled about with so that I can summon Captain Baseball-Bat to the scene.
"You have to register the fob with each unit individually, leaving all other devices disabled as you go along, before finally putting all batteries back in." How can you register one fob with all the door alarms if the batteries are out of the door alarms?
@@TheGrandmasterMan By first removing all batteries and then replacing one at a time for each ew alarm being registered OR... pull the plastic battery tab out for each alarm as you go along. That's how.
Hi, i revently bought a system, and like you, have mixed reviews....
One thing did you manage to turn off the smart alarm before inserting the sim?
Mine just beeps and the blue lights stay on...
Tbh, after more than a year with it, I don’t have anything good to say about it 😂🤦🏻♂️
I’ve got a follow up video coming soon.
I’ve had to fit another alarm that the receiver unit will register, the “no subscription” thing is a red herring as you need to have a topped up sim to keep it going, the noise makers are available for very little money on Ali express and similar apps, the remotes are so cheap and tacky, I’m now on my last one (of 4) as they snap off the keys really easily, the app to arm the device is janky at times and alerts me at all hours they the battery is low….all in all, it’s a great concept, but poorly executed in my opinion.
I’ll get the video done soon and explain more 🤙☺️
Thanks for watching tho! I appreciate ya 🤙😎
Well. I've just installed this system. I sat down and studied the installation thoroughly. It is now fitted in my van and works as per the instructions. Only issue is having to stop the vibration alert when driving but what the hell, big deal
It takes one minute using the app. Those comments above should be given the contempt they deserve as should the 'honest review' video. Of everyone simply followed the instructions as I did they would find that this system works well.
I’m very glad the system (or rather, the 2 simultaneous systems) works well for you!
Unfortunately I had a very different experience despite following the instructions, contacting the company and starting it all from scratch.
The janky moped alarms don’t always set my unit off to alert, yet if I stand outside and shout, I get an alert.
My van has been on the move, according to the app, when I was standing next to it several time. I get an alert in the early hours of the morning to inform me the battery is at 10% , the app drops in and out. The “no subscription fee” doesn’t mention keeping the sim active at cost (not much, but it’s still technically a subscription) and the after service has been less than adequate.
So, while i appreciate the view and the feedback, my “honest review” is exactly that.
I actually had high hopes for this product. My disappointment was genuine. No contempt necessary.
But again, I’m glad it worked for you!
Thanks for the feedback too. Genuinely appreciate it 😁
Suggest you send yours back. I was very lucky by the sound of these comments. Mine works fine fortunately
Thank you, that's great to know 👍
Nice video about the alarm. Butt this alarm is for when you are a sleep in the camper(van) at night. Then it's loud enough i think, no? My question is...does it go off when you, at night, go for a pee?
Hello my friend! Thanks for the comment and for watching 🙏
The alarm was originally for vans left overnight with tools. I don’t set it while asleep in the van, but it would definitely be load if it went off with you in the van for sure 😂
It’s a good idea but I feel needs many bugs fixing. I’ve had it for a while now and it still gives me problems 🤦🏻♂️
Thanks again for watching! 🤙😎
bit weird,,,, all mine work from the same fob,,,,,, also ya batteries are wrong in one unit........ thanks for taking the time to make the vid
Thanks for watching!
All my units work on 1 fob, but my issue is that the 2 systems (the door alarms and the tracking unit) are separate so it’s a pain in certain situations to unlock the van, like in the rain or poor signal area…
🤣I was convinced one of the units was broken but I realised my mistake after watching the video back….shows I need to practice multi tasking 😆😂
Thanks again for the feedback mate! 🤙😎
Thanks for this review very useful
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching 😁
Great video, saved me from buying this. Too much crap on the market
Is a shame to be honest, as it’s a great idea in concept.
The tracker unit isn’t the best but it’s functional to a degree, but the rest of the ‘system’ seems annoyingly flawed.
Thanks for watching anyway!
I’ll make a follow up after a year, but it will probably be quite short 🤣
Take it easy 🤙
I wish i had watched your video before i purchased one this week, it seems all i have bought is a expensive tracking device, because i don't think much of the alarm system, not very loud, the chicken is louder and they stop sounding after about 2 minutes. The only good thing about the alarm is the sensors are quick to fit. Like you i thought the noise from one would set off the others so the main unit could pick up the noise and alert you, NO. I would not recommend buying one of theses for a Motorhome, my be its the insulation but i don't think so. also the door sensors don't seem very good quality plastic and definitely not loud enough.
Great video matey . We all make mistakes
I think the box it came in
is the best bit of it
frankly i'm amazed that there isn't a law against selling this junk
It’s a good concept, but, after a year of having it, I’m still annoyed with it !
It says it’s no subscription, but you need an active sim which requires a payment. Not a subscription, but still an ongoing cost.
The 2 systems together is a pain in the arse. It sucks in the rain. It alerts me in the early hours that the battery is running low so that ain’t good, and it went through a period of saying my van was on the move when it wasn’t!!
I guess you get what you pay for 😂😂
Thanks for watching tho! I appreciate ya 🤙😎
Free chicken for dinner😮
😂😂….those chickens are insane 😂😂
Great video you just stopped me buying it
I regret buying it. Too many false alarms from car doors being shut next to it even front doors and buses at night going past on audible. If all linked together then would be better and less sensitive on sound activation would be good. Just hope door sensors act as a deterrent and have an expensive tracker. Wouldn't buy again myself
I agree. It’s a pain in the ass even 9months on. I have had the tracker tell me the van was moving away when I was stood next to it!
It’s good in concept, but that’s it
Thanks for watching tho! I appreciate the support 🤙😎
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You just saved me £160 the chicken was louder you should send it back for a refund
😂…if I’d known that in advance, I’d have just trained the chicken 🤣
The door alarms are around £10-15 on Amazon. (Search moped alarms)
I thought about sending it back, but I wanted to see what it was like to live with it. I will probably do a follow up to this video at some point. I appreciate you watching! Take it easy 😎🤙
You just saved me £179 thank you so much. I hope you can send it back. Tracker should arm the sensitivity on/off with the key fobe but allowing the trucker to run In the background. All so this alarm needs a out side siren 🚨 under the bonnet that connects directly to the vehicles main battery you could then there for have a ultra loud siren. It's got potential but not yet develop enough for retail. Thank you for you input just subscribed
Thanks buddy!
Like you said, it’s a good idea, but has so many issues…I’ve lived with it for a while and it’s just a pain in the arse…it has a habit of saying the van is miles away when it’s sat right next to me!
I’d recommend a hard wired alarm and tracker. This one seems to need development in my opinion.
Thanks for the sub mate! 😊
I'd agree with every word of this. I've also got it and it's a pain in the arse. Vanolarm won't give a phone number to talk to them about it and the terms and conditions are quite specific if you want a refund. Read them before you buy this system. I think the more doors you have to protect, the less good this system is. So be warned. If there is one good thing about it, the door sensors do vibrate (usually) if someone trys the door handle. You are hoping that would be enough to put a thief off but that might be optimisitic.
I appreciate you watching and also your comment!
I’ve had this system a while now and it’s buggy as hell 🤦🏻♂️
I agree that the more doors, the worse it is too!
I’d also say that if you buy the smallest package, you can get the sensors cheap as anything on Amazon. Just search “moped alarm” and the exact same units come up 🤷🏻♂️
Anyway, thanks for your support! 🤙😎
Thanks for review, decided to send my twin door kit back and buy a moped alarm + 2 milenco van locks😂
Can’t say I blame you tbh 😂
A year down the line and it just a pain in the backside. I’ll be doing a follow up video soon.
Thanks for watching 😉🤙
Those alarms are £15 on Amazon. Although they all pair to one remote they don’t all trigger together. Which is a shame
Exactly. If you shop around, you can get them as low as £10!
If they all triggered each other, it would be better. But because they don’t, it’s not that loud or effective, especially in an insulated van!
I’m thinking of doing a follow up video now it’s been in the van a year.
Thanks for watching!
😁
Absolutely no interest in van alarms.... Still as ever you made me laugh thanks.
Hahaha!! I appreciate ya 😜🤙😎
Lol i was just thinking the chicken was louder then the alarm, then you just said it😂 awesome review, your honesty will lead you to succes👌👌
Cheers for this, so its basically two systems, an alarm system that's more of a deterrent as it chirps on each of the doors and a tracker system that doesn't react to the noises of the alram? just out of interest, can you disable the "noise" activation on the tracker and just use "vibration"... I really don't mind not having the alarm, if I could just use the tracker function, as being able to see where the van is heading, god forbidding someone does take it. (new subscriber.. ;))
Firstly, thanks for subscribing!! I appreciate the support .😁
And yes, it’s 2 systems. The door alarms are reactive which is great, but unfortunately, due to the insulation and size of my van, I can’t really hear the alarm very well if I walk to the other side of the van..only the door being tampered with goes off and doesn’t set the others off.
The tracker system is ran on a 3rd party app which has the occasional glitch telling me the van has been stolen when it hasn’t. It also has a tendency to alert me at all hours of the morning when the batteries are low.
The 2 systems as 1 would be fine if the issues were sorted out, but for me it seems like it really need work. Especially having to arm both systems separately. The tracker has to be armed via the phone, which has been an issue in poor signal areas and in the rain.
The tracker is probably great, except the times it tells me the van is 30km away and I’m standing next to it 🤦🏻♂️…
All in all, it’s a flawed system in my opinion. But with that said, the cost was low and it’s better than nothing until I can afford better.
And it may be great for smaller vans, with less point of access.
There are loads of positive reviews so I may be in the minority, so these are just my opinions. But I would prefer the whole thing to work as 1 system and have a dedicated app and better quality hardware…
I hope this hasn’t been to negative!
Merry Xmas and thanks for watching!
(New video next week after I get back from my trip!) 😁😎🤙⭐️
very good review, funny about batteries wrong way and owned up to error. lots of good arguments such as sensitivity, loudness, arming and disarm hassels by havin to use remote and navigate app on phone etc. 🙂👍 enjoyed and learned alot. well done
Thanks for the positive feedback!
Tbh I had high expectations of the system, but even after having it for a long time, it’s flaws are still the same.
Thanks for watching mate!!
Take care 🤙😎
Thanks for the video, was considering buying one, think I'll pass, very informative.. I bought the Smart360 system, similar system, but there's no way to turn the sensors off, so when you are driving they are constantly draining the batteries, a week later, all the sensor batteries are dead.. Great concept, but designed by people who live in an office and not the real world
Thanks for watching! I appreciate the support 🤙
Like you said, it’s a good concept, but 8pm than later and I’m still struggling with it. If I park somewhere without signal, I can’t arm the alarm at all 🤦🏻♂️
I may do a follow up with the issues it’s given me 🧐
Thanks again for your support 🤙😁
The parasites on this planet will get in and just smash the alarms , not really impressed with this system, brilliant video though.
Cheers mate! I’ve lived with it for a bit and it’s not got any better. It’s a shame as it’s a great idea, but it’s ballache as it is…
Thanks for watching mate! I appreciate ya 😎🤙
You need an alarm connected to the van battery. for correct loudness.
I think it’s the better option too…the alarms in this system are the exact same units as the moped alarms on Amazon so are pretty quiet tbh…
Thanks for watching mate! I appreciate it 🤙
Also. Dont fit the siren inside . Fit them inside the gap under or above the rear lights . They are much much louder. The sound then comes out through the gap between the body and door
Thanks for the review. I just started installing mine, waiting for a SIM card so I can setup the "smart alarm" unit. If mine is the same as yours, and triggers only from talking but not from the door alarms, that'll be useless. That's the whole point, that it calls me so I can react immediately if there's anything going on.
Any updates to share 8 months later? Have you gotten a better system?
I can easily agree that it's not as good as a wired in system. But it's also £160 for all 4 doors. While I couldn't find anything less than £600 or more to get a "proper" alarm. Plus, with the better systems, monitoring costs £10 a month or so. I'm hoping that if I can get the alerts to work okay on this thing, then it's a good enough option, along with all the physical security upgrades (hardcore padlocks!) that I put on my sprinter. Was already broken into once, hoping not to repeat that...
Sorry for the delay in responding, but thanks for watching!
After 8 months, nothing has improved. It has been a royal pain in the arse at times too!
I went fishing and wanted to arm the van, but I had no signal so it was useless. Also, it alerts me at ridiculous times in the AM that the battery needs charging. It’s told me the van was 15 miles away when I was stood next to it…
With that said, it’s better than nothing.
I live in my van so I’m with it most of the time, but for those times I need a reliable system, it’s just not hitting the mark.
I think it’s a good idea for a small work van. But a large van with insulation seems to make it less useful..
Thanks again for watching! I appreciate ya! 😎🤙
@@Kernomadz my unit is the same, alerts all the time for random noises. I had a bunch of emails back and forth with support, and they're replacing it, reckon it has a fault with the microphone. They were pretty helpful in my situation because I'm in Germany and need to return it when I'm back in the UK, etc. Hopefully the replacement has better alerting. Might be worth trying support if you haven't already, it sounds like your unit is faulty rather than it being junk. At least, that's what I'm hoping with mine!
@@Kernomadz I got my replacement unit, and it's slightly better, but still creates false alerts, and goes off whenever I move around in the van. So I got to thinking...
What about putting the unit inside a sock? Or something else that would cut down the noise. I learned from the vanolarm folks that it's supposed to trigger an alert at 90db. Below that, there should be no alert. In tests, my first unit triggered at 75db, the second probably at 80db. So if we effectively put "ear plugs" on the unit, then a sound of 90db in the room might appear to the unit like 80db. I haven't tested yet, but I'm optimistic it's possible...
Well, the sock idea doesn't work. My replacement alarm unit doesn't even alert for all my doors, but generates lots of false alerts. They gave me my money back at least, but it's really a piece of junk. :-( If only I'd seen your review before I ordered the damn thing!
@@chmac well at least they refunded I guess. They don’t seem to be very willing to listen to what people are saying about the system. At least it what I’ve said.
Mine doesn’t hear my door alarms at all, yet if I talk, it sets it off?!?
I’m also annoyed that the door alarms can be as cheap as £10 on Amazon.
Thanks for your feedback. I appreciate it.
I’ll probably do a follow up video after a year I think. So far, it’s a bust for me 🤷🏻♂️
Take care mate!
Battery upside down 😂
I know 🤣🤪🤦🏻♂️….if only that was the only problem with it 😬🤣😂
Are you still using it… is it any good
@@Kernomadz oh god what else is wrong I just ordered one
@@rob8758 it might be ok for you mate…mine doesn’t alert me if the door alarms go off, it tells me my van is 30+km away when it’s in the carpark, it goes off when I talk but not when it should and only the door alarm on the door getting messed with goes off, the other ones don’t.
My van is pretty big tho. Like I said, it might be on for you mate. I just haven’t had a good experience with mine
Well done good video, won't be purchasing now 👍
Just saved me from buying, excellent video 😊
isopropyl alcohol clean areas to be adhered to, with sticky pads - methinks
brilliant video
Good vieo mate
Thanks mate! 🤙😎