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Introducing Batten, a simpler way to purchase cyber, home and emergency security products
At Batten, we help people protect their families at home, online and in emergencies. We build personalized solutions to guide confident security choices with actionable recommendations that empower you to make your home stronger, and your family safer.
Cybersecurity
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May 5th, 2023

How to Avoid Financial Fraud

Financial fraud can be devastating to deal with. It can be easier than you think to be drawn into it, and people have seen their livelihoods ruined because of it. It can take many different...
April 30th, 2023

Blink By Chubb® Review: Cyber Insurance

In a world where the risks posed every time you log on increase by the day, cyber insurance should certainly be on your radar. It can be a challenge to know what services to use...
April 29th, 2023

Identity Guard vs IdentityForce 

Identity theft is not something that you would ever want to experience. Your identity and information can be stolen and used in so many ways, and it can mean that you need to constantly monitor...
April 25th, 2023

Parents, You CAN Protect Your Kids Online

ContentsThe Importance of Communication Between Parents and ChildrenHow to Talk to Your Kids About Internet SafetySetting Screen Time LimitationsHow to Protect Your Kids Online with Parental Control AppsOur Expert Recommended Parental Control AppsCreate Your Family’s...
March 22nd, 2023

Is Identity Guard Legit?

The internet has become an essential resource we use in our everyday lives. We use it for everything from our livelihoods and daily communication to watching our favorite entertainment. This connectivity has changed everything about...
March 21st, 2023

Best Secure Wireless Router for Home

The internet has become a modern necessity that most people use in some way, shape, or form every day. Since its humble beginnings, the internet has become something it’s hard to imagine living without. Unfortunately,...
Home Security
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May 1st, 2023

Anker 778 Thunderbolt Docking Station Review

New devices seem to come out daily, and it can be easy to start getting overwhelmed. Before you know it, you can have a laptop, smartphone, tablet, handheld gaming device, smartwatch, and anything else you...
April 28th, 2023

Best Solar Home Security Camera System

When it comes to home security, you can never have enough of it. A home invasion can be a costly and terrifying occurrence, and the more you can do to prevent or deal with them,...
April 27th, 2023

S330 Eufycam Review

[content-egg module=Impactradius template=item limit=1 offset=3] Home security is something that everyone has to take seriously, no matter how safe the area you live in may be! Invasions of our privacy are always a major violation,...
March 31st, 2023

Eufy Video Smart Lock Review

We have been relying on traditional locks and keys for centuries, and they have proven to be rather reliable. However, ‘smart’ gadgets have shown us that even the simplest tools we use every day can...
March 30th, 2023

4 Ways to Improve Your Home Security in 2023

If your New Year’s resolution is to protect your home and family, Batten has 5 ways to improve your home security in 2023.
March 25th, 2023

Arlo Essential Video Doorbell Review

Doorbells used to be simple, merely a way to know when someone was at your door. They have become a lot more complicated in recent years, however. These days, they can often include cameras and...
Emergency Prep
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April 29th, 2023

HomePower PRO: Backup Battery Power Station Review

Every day, we all need electricity to power our homes and charge the devices we rely on. Ideally, we can rely on our power suppliers to grant us this electricity, but there are times when...
April 28th, 2023

Jackery Solar Generator 1500 Pro Review

In a perfect world, we all have access to constant, reliable electricity. In reality, even the most developed parts of the world have been subject to power outages and shortages. These can be caused by...
April 26th, 2023

Survival Frog Tact Bivvy Review

If you’re out in the wilderness, whether it’s a survival situation or a camping trip, you will find that you need to be hyper-aware of what your body needs. When you’re sitting comfortably at home,...
April 15th, 2023

Best Civilian MRE Brand

When members of the military are out on deployment, having access to healthy food or water may be limited, and so one of the solutions comes in the form of the MRE. This stands for...
April 15th, 2023

Epic Water Filter Review

The water filter industry progressively presents newer and more-effective products and features for cleaner and safer water. While water filtration companies like PUR, ZeroWater, and Brita continue providing incredible water filtration solutions for your home,...
April 14th, 2023

Geneverse Vs Jackery

These days, reliable power isn’t as sure a thing as it used to be. Power outages can happen all over the world, and they seem to happen more often than ever. That’s why many people...
Podcast
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Batten Down Dialogues — Our podcast on keeping you and your family safe

From the perspective of technology CTO's and Navy SEALs to everyday families, Batten Down Dialogues covers a wide range of security topics that are informative, eye-opening, and applicable to everyone.

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Product Reviews
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Schlage BE365 Review

The Schlage BE365 is a top-notch keypad lock worth considering if you are serious about improving your home’s security. It is Schlage’s best-selling keypad lock for a reason: it is also the most reliable and...

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NordVPN Review 2022

ContentsQuick Hits: NordVPN Review 2022What We Like About NordVPNWhat We Don’t Like About NordVPNUnique Features of NordVPNNordVPN FeaturesGetting the Most Out of NordVPNGetting Started with NordVPNPlans & PricingFinal Thoughts for our NordVPN 2022 Review Quick...

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Abode iota All-In-One Security Kit Review 2022

Since the beginning, the Abode iota All-in-One Security Kit has been one of our favorite home security systems. And for a good reason, too: It's one of the only home security systems on the market that offers three types of monitoring: self-monitoring, professional monitoring, and on-demand monitoring.

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1Password Password Manager Review 2022

1Password is another expert-recommended, user-vetted password manager available on the Batten Marketplace. It has all the features you'd want in a password manager at a great price.

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Dashlane Password Manager Review 2022

Dashlane is Batten’s top password manager for several reasons: It’s easy to set up, easy to use, and offers the most bang for your buck.

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Frontpoint Safehouse System Review 2022

The other home security system that we love over here at Batten is the Frontpoint Safehouse System. At just $99, the base cost of this system is relatively low for everything that comes in the bundle. However, users make up for it in the monthly monitoring fee—it’s about $50 per month, but you get your home professionally monitored.

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