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The Cync Indoor Smart Camera prioritizes privacy
This affordable security camera includes a manual shutter to block the lens and microphone when you don't want it spying intimate family moments.
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The Eufy Security 4G Starlight Camera isn't limited by Wi-Fi
This camera can reach the internet no matter how far it is from your home’s Wi-Fi network.
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Nooie Cam Doorbell Review: Day or night, this camera shows who’s ringing
A 3-megapixel camera and the ability to tap into 2.4- and 5GHz Wi-Fi add up to a winning combination for the Nooie Cam Doorbell–that is, unless you need HomeKit compatibility.
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TP-Link's Kasa Cam Outdoor KC420WS has a critical flaw
Laggy wireless performance mars an otherwise capable and weatherized security camera.
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The Kasa Smart Doorbell delivers great image quality, 24-hour recording
This 3MP doorbell camera offers a variety of user settings along with local video storage, but sharing clips via the Kasa app costs extra.
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Reolink's Go Plus 2K security cam connects to a cellular network
It’s a solid 2K surveillance option for those who need eyes on remote locations.
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Ring Pan Tilt Mount review: A fab add-on for the Ring Stick Up Cam
This accessory delivers most of the benefits of a purpose-built pan/tilt security camera, something you can’t get in the Ring ecosystem today.
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The Blurams Dome Lite 2 is a versatile pan/tilt security cam
With 2K resolution, person detection, and full-room coverage, this $50 camera is great for most home uses.
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Eufy’s Video Doorbell keeps an eye on your porch and your packages
Eufy's dual-lens video doorbell boasts some clever AI functions, along with a base station that provides local storage.
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Reolink's PoE-enabled home security camera is a great value
Reolink's rugged, powerful 12MP indoor/outdoor camera is a straight-up solid performer and a bargain at just $100.
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Imilab's EC4 outdoor security cam needs some software updates to compete
With a big battery and optional solar panel to keep it topped off, the EC4 is built for all-weather assignments.
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EZVIZ's petite C6 indoor security cam gets 5GHz Wi-Fi support
This incremental update to the Ezviz C6W works well and adds 5GHz W-Fi support, but offers little value over its more affordable predecessor.
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The Ring Glass Break Sensor is an essential add-on
This device can detect intruders in a manner that motion and contact sensors can’t.
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Eufy's Floodlight Cam 2 Pro delivers a 360-degree view with 3,000 lumens of light
This powerful floodlight camera might be pricey, but it doesn’t require a subscription plan.
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Advanced AI sets the SpotCam Pano 2 apart
The SpotCam Pano 2 offers advanced features at an affordable price, making it a great option for most home users.
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SimpliSafe's Indoor Camera delivers the basics
This no-frills option works best when paired with the SimpliSafe ecosystem.
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Wemo Smart Video Doorbell review: Ding-dong, this HomeKit cam shows who’s there
Like the competition in the HomeKit market, this video doorbell depends on low-voltage wiring.
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Annke NightChroma NC800 review: A pro-grade PoE security cam for the NVR set
This high-end security camera will delight advanced users who know how to set it up and get the most out of its features, but it offers very little handholding to mainstream customers.
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The pint-sized Nooie Cam Pro needs an upgrade
A 20-second clip limit and performance shortcomings limit this camera system.
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Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro WiFi review: A smart lock with a healthy facelift
But its biggest upgrade—integrated Wi-Fi—remains half-baked.
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Reolink Duo review: Dual-lens coverage hampered by connectivty issues
This PoE camera uses a pair of 2K lenses to deliver a very wide field of view, but it dropped off our network far too often.
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X-Sense Smart Video Doorbell VD2 review: Mundane looks, solid operation
This video doorbell doesn’t add anything to the category, but X-Sense users might find it a compelling option.
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Hex Home Security Package review: DIY home security at the bleeding edge
This home security system detects motion by measuring disruptions to the waves in a Wi-Fi network.
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Lorex Smart Home Security Center review: Self-monitor your home without all the fees
This affordable camera-based security system features local storage, and it can be expanded with other Lorex components.
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Aqara Camera Hub G3 review: A security camera and Zigbee smart-home hub in one
By combining high quality video with remote operations and artificial intelligence, the Aqara G3 can monitor a room without any subscription fees.
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EZVIZ C1C indoor security camera review: A fabulous value in home security
This $25 cam is designed for easy deployment anywhere in the house.
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SimpliSafe Wireless Outdoor Security Camera review: The winning alarm system gets an outdoor camera
Despite some wireless hiccups, this camera is worth a look if you’re a SimpliSafe user.
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X-Sense Home Security Kit review: Basic security, basic price
This no-frills security system works well enough to support its $130 price tag.
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Canary Pro review: A good security camera with half-baked home security features
Canary’s idea of security amounts to little more than a panic button.
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Nest Cam (indoor, wired) review: This pricey indoor-only camera offers on-device people detection
The indoor wired Nest Cam boasts a feature that most smart security cameras don’t: free people, pet, and vehicle detection—no cloud required.
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Nest Cam with Floodlight review: Google slaps high beams on its winning outdoor camera
Floodlights make Google’s winning Nest Cam even better at keeping an eye on your property.
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Wyze Cam Pan v2 review: Incremental upgrades for $10 extra
The addition of color night vision doesn’t change the game, but it’s a handy upgrade to a winning camera.
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Bosma Ex Pro security camera review: This auto-tracking outdoor cam is a great value
Bosma packs AI detection, color night vision, and other advanced features into its latest security camera.
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SpotCam Video Doorbell 2 review: This isn’t the worst doorbell cam we’ve tested, but it’s far from the best
Local video storage is a great feature, but a poorly designed app and multiple subscription options detract from this doorbell cam’s appeal.
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BodyGuardz 360 Degree Security Camera review: Security you can take with you
This camera provides full-room coverage, but the manufacturer has some issues to iron out.
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Level Lock review: Another brilliant smart lock
Level Home dropped touch operation from its latest smart lock, which costs $80 less than the company’s top-of-the-line model.
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Eufy SoloCam E40 review: Cam security with no subscription required
This wireless home security camera records video footage to onboard storage, so you don't need to pay for a cloud subscription.
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Abode Cam 2 review: This pocket-sized security camera is built for the Abodeverse
This solid camera is ultra-inexpensive, but you’ll need Abode gear to get full value from it.
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X-Sense S21 Outdoor Security Camera review: Outstanding quality for a low price
This unassuming video camera is packed with features, including an LED spotlight for color night vision.
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EZVIZ DB1C video doorbell review: Reliable performance at an attractive price
This simple, but affordable wired doorbell cam performed well for us.
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Ring Video Doorbell 4 review: Great for people deep in the Ring ecosystem; just good for everyone else
You’ll need a subscription to get all the features, but the long list of them justifies that cost.
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Annke W300 wireless outdoor security camera review: Solid infrared performance, but rocky wireless connectivity
A sub-$50 street price makes Annke’s camera seem like a bargain, but be prepared to get what you paid for.
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EZVIZ C6W indoor security camera review: A pan-and-tilt camera for modest budgets
At less than $100, this system is surprisingly solid, but it's hampered by an erratic app.
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Reolink Argus 3 Pro review: An affordable 2K security camera
Excellent image quality, intelligent motion detection, and free storage options are the highlights of this Arlo alternative.
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EZVIZ C8C security camera review: Pan and tilt features on a budget
This inexpensive system is stripped down to the basics, and it suffers from erratic performance.
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Swann Xtreem Wireless security camera review: Free cloud storage, motion detection, and solid hardware
Alas, erratic performance mars a security camera that aims for the top shelf.
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Kami Doorbell Camera review: Flexible and inexpensive porch security
You can operate this doorbell cam with your existing wiring or run it on battery power.
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Arlo Pro 4 security camera review: Wireless, 2K resolution, and a built-in spotlight
The latest Arlo Pro camera leaves the base station behind for truly wire-free connectivity.
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