Ajax Alarm Installation covers supplying, pairing and setting up an Ajax hub, detectors and app. Ajax is an app-based wireless system, so it suits finished homes, rentals and businesses that want quick installation and smartphone control.
- Say how many rooms, doors and outdoor areas need detectors.
- Say whether you have fibre, Wi-Fi or only cellular signal.
- Say whether you want photo verification.
Describe your property once and compare Ajax installation quotes.
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Ajax is a wireless-first system built around a hub and the Ajax app. Detectors communicate with the hub over Ajax's Jeweller radio, which the manufacturer rates at up to 2,000 m in open space. Ajax also has a wired line, Fibra, for installers who prefer cabling.
| Option | Suits |
|---|---|
| Hub 2 Plus | Homes and businesses wanting Ethernet, Wi-Fi and two SIM cards |
| Hub 2 (4G) | Smaller properties that need cellular connectivity |
| MotionCam detectors | Photo verification of alarms |
| Outdoor detectors | MotionProtect Outdoor and DualCurtain Outdoor for gardens and facades |
| Fibra wired devices | New builds or sites where wired devices are preferred |
Installation Considerations
- Real range is shorter than open-space figures. Walls, slabs and metal reduce it, so ask for a signal test.
- Detectors run on batteries. Ajax quotes long battery life, but busy and outdoor detectors drain faster.
- Some outdoor detectors only work with certain hubs. Check compatibility before buying.
- Plan hub position for power, internet and SIM signal.
App and Photo Verification
Users and installers manage the system in the Ajax app, with arming, notifications and user permissions. MotionCam detectors take photos when triggered, which helps you or a control room check an alarm. Monitoring fees are set by the security company you use, not by Ajax.
Expansion and Support
- Hubs support many devices and users. Hub 2 Plus is rated for up to 200 devices.
- Range extenders cover larger sites.
- Devices pair to the hub without rewiring.
- Ask installers about warranty handling and local stock of replacement devices.
Ajax Installation Prices
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Ajax Hub 4G starter kit, equipment only | About R6,840 |
| Ajax Hub 2 or Hub 2 Plus, hub only | R5,385 - R6,570 |
| Ajax wireless indoor motion detector | R895 - R1,356 |
| Wireless panic button, equipment only | R485 - R650 |
| Wireless alarm system, installed | R6,000 - R13,000 |
Ballpark figures, not quotations. Compiled from prices published by South African suppliers, retailers, installers and security companies, checked October 2026 and rounded. They are not our prices and no provider is bound by them. Equipment-only prices exclude installation. Some guide figures come from installer marketing pages and are less reliable than retailer prices. Confirm whether VAT is included on every quote.
Sources:
- PriceCheck retailer listings for IDS, Hikvision AX PRO, Ajax, Optex and battery products (listings seen September - October 2026, VAT not stated)
- Alarmtec online store, alarm kits, detectors, beams, batteries and Ajax ranges, prices including VAT (checked October 2026)
- Procompare, home alarm system, outdoor beams and security company price guides (2026, VAT not stated)
- JK Armed Response, home security cost and monthly monitoring fee guides (January - February 2026, VAT not stated)
What Affects the Cost
- Hub model and connectivity.
- Number and type of detectors.
- MotionCam and outdoor detectors, which cost more.
- Range extenders.
- Monitoring fees from your security company.
Compare with other brands on the alarm system prices guide.
What to Include in Your Request
- Town or suburb and property type.
- Number of storeys and wall construction, which affect wireless range.
- Internet type and SIM signal at the hub position.
- Interest in MotionCam or outdoor detectors.
- Monitoring company, and whether it receives Ajax signals.
- Never send alarm codes, app passwords or master PINs in a quote request. A provider will set or change these with you on site.
How the Enquiry Works
- Outline. Rooms, layout and connectivity.
- Match. Independent installers that may serve your area can respond.
- Signal test. Range is checked at each detector position.
- Compare. Hub model, detector mix and running costs.
- Pair and hand over. Users are set up in the app with you.
Request quotes from providers serving your area. Availability depends on your location and service requirements.
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Ajax Alarm FAQs
Is Ajax only wireless?
Mostly wireless, but Ajax also offers the Fibra wired range for cabled installations.
How far does the Ajax signal reach?
Ajax rates Jeweller at up to 2,000 m in open space. Inside buildings it is much less, so installers should test signal at each detector position.
Do Ajax detectors need new batteries?
Yes, eventually. Battery life depends on the detector and how often it triggers. The app reports low batteries.
Can Ajax be monitored by my armed response company?
Many control rooms can receive Ajax signals, but not all. Ask your provider before buying.
Are the installers Ajax-authorised?
Providers responding through this site are independent. Ask each about their Ajax experience and training.
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Alarm Systems South Africa is a free quote-comparison service. Alarms are supplied, installed, repaired, monitored and responded to by independent providers, and your agreement is with the provider you appoint. Before you pay, ask each one for a written quote listing equipment, labour, warranty and any contract or cancellation terms. This page is written independently. Alarm Systems South Africa is not affiliated with, authorised by or endorsed by Ajax, and the providers who respond are independent businesses. Ask each installer about their experience with Ajax equipment and any training they hold.
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