# Low-Cost Security Sensors The Wyze Sense Acts as an Upstream Security Solution By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-03-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-sense References: [slashgear](https://www.slashgear.com/wyze-sense-is-the-companys-newest-20-home-security-product-27571196/) & [wyze](https://www.wyze.com) The Wyze Sense home security sensor has been announced by the company as a solution for consumers who are looking to DIY their own security setup without breaking the bank. Priced at just $20 each, the security sensors can be affixed onto your choice of windows and doors to instantly integrate them with your [existing Wyze security setup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-descriptive-alerts). This will prompt the [connected security camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-security-camera-series-2) to start recording if it's triggered or even let the homeowner know if they have left the door ajar when leaving for added everyday convenience. The Wyze Sense home security sensor is also programmed to limit the number of unnecessary notifications they receive by monitoring how long the unit experiences activity. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY Security Systems:** Opportunities to develop a system that can be easily installed and managed by consumers at a lower cost. - **Affordable Security Sensors:** Opportunities to manufacture low-cost sensors that integrate with existing security systems. - **Activity Monitoring Sensors:** Opportunities to develop sensors that can differentiate and monitor relevant activity and adjust accordingly. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Security Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunities for companies to develop cost-effective security solutions. - **Smart Home Industry:** Opportunities to integrate affordable and DIY security sensors into the smart home ecosystem. - **Internet of Things (iot) Industry:** Opportunities to expand the use of sensors in IoT applications to enhance security and convenience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifunctional Home Security Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arlo-sensor.md) - [Mobile-Enabled Smart Home Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onvis-door-sensor.md) - [Low-Cost Home Monitoring Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roku-home-monitoring-system-se.md) - [Accessible Smart Home Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-smart-home-sensors.md) - [Window-Mounted Security Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/window-cam.md) - [Motion-Sensing Thermostat Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-room-sensor.md) - [Low-Cost Smart Light Switches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-switch.md) - [Connected Home Security Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-security-sensor.md) - [Low-Cost Solar-Powered Security Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-solar-cam-pan.md)