GoKawiilAbode launches garage tilt and outdoor contact sensors for hard-to-cover spots
Abode has released two new security sensors in 2026: a $35 garage door tilt sensor and a $50 outdoor contact sensor built for gates, sheds and barns. A CNET reviewer tested both alongside an Abode starter kit and found them accurate, fast to set up, and well integrated with Abode's hub and app.
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Most home security sensors are designed for doors and windows, leaving garages and outdoor structures poorly monitored. By targeting these overlooked areas, Abode is expanding what a smart security system can realistically cover without requiring a fully custom setup.
- Abode released a $35 garage tilt sensor and a $50 outdoor contact sensor.
- Both sensors integrate automatically with Abode's existing hub for easy setup.
- The standard hub still requires a permanent Ethernet connection, a notable limitation.
Abode Garage Tilt Sensor — This is one of the exact sensors featured in the article, designed to monitor garage door access with speedy, accurate detection. It integrates seamlessly with Abode's hub and app, letting you extend home security to spots traditional systems miss. A great pick if you want smarter coverage for your garage.
See Abode Garage Tilt Sensor on Amazon → Affiliate link — we may earn a commission on purchases, at no extra cost to you. Product picked by AI based on this article; it is not a tested recommendation.Source: cnet.com — Tyler Lacoma, 2026-09-21
Published there as: “I Tried Two Extraordinary Security Gadgets Made for Spots Other Tech Can’t Reach”
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