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I've got aqara open/close sensors that I use on 3 windows and 2 doors. I like them. I've had them a couple years without needing to replace the batteries but I have some spare coin cells on hand for when I do.
Specifically these ones: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09TP7VMKB?psc=1
They're not a security system in the sense of "can detect a smashed window" but they're great for window open/close automation in my NYC apartment.
Based on your comment and a few others, I ended up buying two packs of these as a starting point and they seem to work well. One sensor lost connection but I was able to fix it and the mesh is more dense now, so it may not happen again. Thanks for the recommendation.
Glad it is working well for you!