ADT Inc (ADT)vsKnightscope Inc (KSCP)
ADT
ADT Inc
$6.61
+1.07%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.36B
KSCP
Knightscope Inc
$5.20
+23.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $61.55M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ADT Inc generates 44074% more annual revenue ($5.13B vs $11.61M). ADT leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs -2.6%. ADT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ADT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
KSCP
Avoid26
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-69.0%
Fair Value
$4.62
Current Price
$6.61
$1.99 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KSCP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
1.2% revenue growth
Earnings declined 17.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -1.6% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADT
The strongest argument for ADT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : KSCP
The strongest argument for KSCP centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ADT
The primary concerns for ADT are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KSCP
The primary concerns for KSCP are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADT profiles as a value stock while KSCP is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KSCP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.71 — expect wider price swings.
KSCP is growing revenue faster at 23.5% — sustainability is the question.
ADT generates stronger free cash flow (235M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 26/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
ADT Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
ADT Inc. provides security, automation and smart home solutions to consumers and business customers in the United States. The company is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.
Knightscope Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
Knightscope, Inc. designs, develops, builds, deploys and supports physical security technologies in the United States. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
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