Car alarm systems are used as anti-theft devices meaning, their main purpose is to prevent forcible entry by persons with malicious intent into your vehicle.
However, due to technology advancement car alarm systems offers secondary features such as remote door lock and unlock, car location search, alert if a door is left open, among other features.
In Kenya, there are many car alarm systems in the market today and therefore choosing the best one can be a nightmare. The good news is, you can put your worries aside, as we have done the legwork for you and compiled a list of the best car alarm systems in Kenya today.
5 Best Car Alarm Systems in Kenya
The following is a list of 5 best car alarm systems in Kenya today
- Afritec Plus car alarm
- Royal Bemaz car alarm
- Prestige Web car alarm
- Autowatch car alarm
- Fortune car alarm
Next, let’s uncover what each one of these alarm systems has to offer.
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Afritec Plus Car Alarm
The Afritec Plus car alarm is a high-quality universal alarm system that can be used in all vehicle models in Kenya.
The device measures 77mm long, 27mm wide, and 12mm in height. It’s fairly small and fits well in the car once installed.
Afritech Plus Car Alarm Features
- Remote control switch lock – These feature allows you to lock and unlock your car doors using the car alarm remote fob.
- Warning of abnormal situations – If any vibration is detected the car alarm siren will go off and attract attention to the car. Any slight vibration like someone trying to pull the car door handles or remove a car part will trigger the siren.
- Auto door lock – When you start driving the alarm will automatically lock all door.
- Open door alert – If you leave a door open the siren will sound alerting you to close the door.
- Car location search – This feature allows you to turn on the siren at will, you can therefore find your car with ease in a crowded parking lot.
- Anti-hijack inbuilt immobilizer – This feature allows the vehicle to turn on but will switch off after a while if the anti-hijack button is not pressed, for security reasons the button is usually hidden and only known by the vehicle owner.
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Royal Bemaz Car Alarm
The royal bemaz is a quality car alarm system made in china.
The device measures 80mm long 28mm wide and 14mm in height. The alarm system is also compatible with many vehicle models in Kenya i.e. Toyota, Subaru, Honda, Mazda etc.
Royal Bemaz Car Alarm Features
- Arm and disarm – This feature allows you to arm and disarm the the alarm remotely using the alarm remote fob.
- Shock sensor – The car alarm will detect any vibration on the car and alert by sounding the siren and flashing the turn signals.
- Automatic central locking – The alarm will lock the car doors immediately you start driving.
- Reminder of unlocked doors – If any doors are left unlocked the alarm will alert by sounding the alarm and flashing the turn signals.
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Prestige Web Car Alarm
The Prestige Web car alarm system is a high-grade car alarm system available in Kenya. The system is compatible with many vehicle models.
The device measures 85mm in length, 25.5mm in width, and 16mm in height.
Prestige Web Car Alarm Features
- Smart LED indicator – This is a small light that is placed on the dashboard that lights up when the alarm is armed.
- Shock sensor – The siren will sound and the turn signals will flash if any vibration is detected, thereby preventing unauthorized entry as well as car parts removal.
- Automatic central locking – All doors will automatically close when the car starts driving.
- Open door warning – The turn signals will flash if there’s any open door.
Autowatch Car Alarm
The autowatch car alarm is a high quality alarm system made in Durban, South Africa. The device is compatible with many vehicle models in Kenya.
In addition, the autowatch car alarm system has a unique anti-hijack feature where the car turns on but will switch off if the anti-hijack button is not pressed within a few seconds.
Autowatch Car Alarm Features
- Anti-hijack inbuilt immobilizer – The vehicle turns on but will switch off after a while if the anti-hijack button is not pressed, for security reasons the button is usually hidden and only known by the vehicle owner.
- Automatic central locking – All doors are closed automatically the vehicle starts moving.
- Shock sensor – The siren will sound and the turn signals will flash when vibration is detected.
- Override switch – This switch allows you to disable the alarm at will. You might want to disable the alarm when taking the car to the car wash or the garage this is so as not to give away the location of the anti-hijack button.
Fortune Car Alarm
The fortune car alarm system is a modern alarm system in Kenya. The device is also compatible with most of the vehicles we have here.
The device measures 88mm in length, 25mm in width, and 16mm in height.
Fortune Car Alarm Features
- Shock sensor – The siren will sound and the turn signals will flash when vibration is detected.
- Automatic central locking – The alarm system will lock all doors immediately after you start driving.
- Open door alert – The turn signals will flash and the siren will sound alerting of a door that is not closed.
- LED indicator – The alarm system has a light that is usually installed on the dashboard, this light illuminates signifying that the alarm is armed. This is usually a warning to anyone with malicious intent that if they touch the car the alarm will sound.
Car Alarm System Price in Kenya
Now that we have gone through the 5 best car alarm systems in Kenya and analyzed their features, the next ideal question would be what’s the car alarm system price in Kenya?
We called a few companies to enquire about the price and the following are the car alarm system prices in Kenya as of 2024. Note that prices may change over time.
- The Afritec Plus car alarm system costs around Ksh 5,000 to Ksh 6,500.
- The royal Bemaz car alarm ranges from Ksh 5,500 to Ksh 6,500.
- Prestige Web car alarm goes for Ksh 6,000 to Ksh 7,000.
- Autowatch car alarm system costs around Ksh 8,000 to Ksh 12,000.
- Fortune car alarm ranges between Ksh 5,000 to Ksh 6,500
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How To Choose The Best Car Alarm System for Your Car
When choosing an alarm system for your car there are 3 main factors that you should consider, that is:
- The Purchase Price
- The Installation cost
- Type of vehicle
The Purchase Price
The majority of the above-mentioned car alarm systems are available in many car accessories shops around Kenya.
The car alarm system price in Kenya will vary based on where the product was sourced from, quality as well as other operational costs that vary from one retailer to the other.
Companies like Scepture Empire have made it easy for anyone in Kenya to acquire a car alarm system. They run an e-commerce shop from where you can place an order for a car alarm system and have it delivered to you for free countrywide.
The Installation Cost
The installation cost will vary based on location, for example, in Nairobi, a technician will charge you between Ksh 1,000 to Ksh 1,500. This is because there are many qualified technicians in the city and therefore the labor supply is usually high.
However, as you move further and further away from the city the cost may go up slightly as the labor supply diminishes, you should therefore expect to pay something between Ksh 1,500 to Ksh 2,500 in other towns in the outskirts of Nairobi.
Type Of Vehicle
All car alarm systems that we have discussed above are compatible with most vehicle models available in Kenya.
However, there are certain vehicle models that experts do not recommend installing a car alarm on. This is because these vehicles have very sensitive computers and if tampered with the vehicle might develop some problems. Secondly, the vehicles are already equipped with most of the features that a car alarm offers. Some of these vehicle brands include Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, Audi, Volvo, etc.
Verdict
As you can see, all these car alarm systems basically have the same functionality. Their major difference is the brand and country of origin.
Generally, and considering the Kenyan state of security and buyer preference, the Afritec Plus car alarm system is a common favorite for many car owners.
That said, people have different needs and preferences, and based on your own unique needs our experts can advise you on which system would work best for you. Talk to us today for a free consultation with our in-house experts.
Nice article and which alarm would you recommend me to buy?
Thank you Harry for the kind words.
If you’re on a tight budget go for the Afritec Plus, if money is not an issue you can go with the Autowatch.