Wired systems are more reliable than the wireless. They are usually installed in buildings with yet unplastered interiors or when the users agree to wall chases or baseboards for cable management. As compared with wireless systems, material costs are lower, whereas labour costs are higher.

Wireless systems are usually installed in fully completed buildings in order to avoid wall chases or baseboards for cable management. As compared with wired systems, material costs are higher, whereas labour costs are lower.