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Arlo Video Doorbell review: Finally! A doorbell that can tell cats from people
The Arlo Video Doorbell is our new top pick, displacing the Nest Hello in the hardwired category.
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Kami Outdoor Battery Camera review: A wire-free solution for keeping an eye on your property
Simple, flexible installation and intuitive controls make this outdoor camera a winner for most users.
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Wyze Lock review: This ultra-affordable smart deadbolt converter covers the basics well
Convert your dumb deadbolt into a Wi-Fi-connected smart lock for less.
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Maximus Answer DualCam Video Doorbell review: That second camera is for keeping an eye on parcels
This is a good video doorbell, but you’ll need a subscription to get the most value from it.
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EufyCam 2 review: This outdoor security camera promises year-long battery life
And if you in an area subject to extreme weather conditions, this camera is heavily protected.
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Kwikset Halo smart deadbolt review: Wi-Fi in, attractive design out
Kwikset’s smart lock gains in connectivity, but loses out in the looks department.
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EZVIZ C6CN pan-and-tilt security camera review: Motion tracking keeps intruder in this camera’s sights
EZVIZ says a built-in motor helps this baseball-sized home security camera keep intruders in sight.
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Nexx Smart Wi-Fi Garage Door Controller NXG-200 review: Sophisticated, but very expensive
This garage door controller Wi-Fi retrofit kit has some advanced features, but that might not be enough to justify its high price tag.
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August View video doorbell review: Excellent image and audio quality, but missing some advanced features
This doorbell camera is the best choice for pairing with an August smart lock, but it's not the best choice in this category.
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Friday Smart Lock review: After changing hands, Friday is relaunched with one key upgrade
An innovative smart lock re-emerges under new ownership, but some of this revised product's flaws remain in place.
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Defender Guard 2K-resolution Wi-Fi Camera review: No cloud subscription required
With local storage and straightforward surveillance features, Defender Guard makes a great a gateway to DIY home security.
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EZVIZ C3WN outdoor security Camera review: Strong security and a bargain price
EZVIZ's latest weatherproof camera delivers crystal-clear audio and 1080p video for just $50.
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EZVIZ C1C Indoor Wi-Fi Camera review: a full-featured budget security camera
For just $20, you get solid security in a simple package.
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Yale Assure Lever with Connected by August review: Yale lets you ditch its own app for August’s
Alas, Yale’s hardware and August’s wireless technology make for truly unhappy bedfellows.
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U-tec Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro review: A do-it-all lock held back by complex installation
With a crack fingerprint reader and a capable app, this smart lock ultimately overcomes its setup difficulties.
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Netatmo Smart Alarm System with Camera review: This jumble of components won’t work for everyone
Adding the Netatmo Smart Siren and Netatmo Smart Door and Window Sensors to a Netatmo Indoor Camera yields a somewhat simple home security system.
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Sticker-Eye Wire-Free AI Smart Home Camera review: Wire free, subscription free, and hassle free
Sticker Eye eliminates many of the bothersome aspects of camera ownership without sacrificing the security.
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Leeo Smart Alert Nightlight review: $100 is cheap if it saves your house from burning down
It plugs into an AC outlet, alerts you to smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and contacts you via an app with a recording of the sound. A few false alarms aside, this security device is a smart buy for any home.
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EZVIZ DB1 video doorbell review: Local video storage is this wired doorbell’s best feature
But a quirky app, limited chime compatibility, and an expensive cloud-storage plan limit its appeal.
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Arlo Pro 3 review: 2K video, motion tracking, and more highlight the latest Arlo security camera
The third-generation indoor/outdoor leaps forward on the shoulders of the top-of-the-line Arlo Ultra.
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Blurams Dome Pro review: Advanced security features at an affordable price
This pan-and-tilt camera makes facial recognition, motion tracking, and other AI-driven capabilities accessible to modest budgets.
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Eufy Video Doorbell (model T8200) review: Make sure you know what this inexpensive Ring competitor can’t do
This is a very good product, but it relies on your existing doorbell wiring and it lacks any hooks into any broader smart home system.
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Nanit Plus baby-monitoring system review: This pricey tech will soothe anxious parents
Much more than a baby camera, the Nanit Plus and its companion app can actively warn you if anything goes amiss while your baby is in its crib.
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EufyCam E review: Onboard storage sets this familiar-looking security camera apart
The brand behind the RoboVac line of robot vacuums is looking to keep your house safe as well as clean with its EufyCam E indoor/outdoor security camera.
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Kami Indoor Camera review: An affordable, AI-enabled security solution
Packed with features like motion tracking and intelligent activity detection, this home security camera makes advanced features available to folks with modest budgets.
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Smart Beat video baby monitor review: This breath-detecting baby monitor should put parents at ease
This video baby monitor can also track your child's breathing and will alert you if his or her respiration pattern changes.
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Kami Wire-Free Camera Kit review: Inexpensive, but you’ll get what you paid for
This indoor/outdoor camera seems like a good value, but factor in the cost of a cloud storage subscription before you consider buying it.
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Scout Video Doorbell review: More bells and whistles than you might expect for the price
Scout doesn't pack every important feature into its video doorbell, nor would you expect it to for the price, but it does have some nifty features.
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Ring Video Doorbell 2 review: Better features, new frustrations
Despite a frustrating install, Ring Video Doorbell 2 is still a welcome, improved version of the original doorbell-slash-security camera.
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Ring Floodlight Cam review: An excellent choice—if you’re living in Ring’s ecosystem
If you’re already using one of Ring’s doorbell cameras or spotlight cams, this porchlight replacement will be a great addition.
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Lorex 1080p Wire Free Camera System review: Connectivity problems sink this security solution
This wireless security system operates just fine on a local level, but its problematic mobile app can't consistently stream video to your mobile device when you're away from home.
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Blink XT2 review: Second time’s the charm for this indoor/outdoor camera
Two-way talk and enhanced motion detection make this simple security camera a marked improvement over its predecessor.
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EZVIZ CTQ6C pan-and-tilt camera review: Smart motion tracking keeps intruders in sight
This camera locks on to movement while recording to capture more complete evidence of a crime.
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Netvue Belle video doorbell review: Certainly not the belle of the doorbell ball
Netvue makes a big AI promise for its Belle video doorbell, but that feature falls flat.
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Deep Sentinel Home Security review: More than just cameras that document crime, this system actively deters it
Real people monitor these security cameras on your behalf, and they'll let any potential intruder know they're being watched.
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Lockly Secure Pro review: This pricey biometric smart lock joins the Wi-Fi club
Thanks to an external hub, Lockly can now be accessed remotely.
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Samsung SmartThings Cam review: A top-notch security cam particularly suited to SmartThings users
But this pint-sized camera will make a great impression on anyone with basic surveillance needs.
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Reolink E1 Pro review: This indoor home security cam delivers a great picture at great price
This 4MP Super HD pan-and-tilt smart home security camera offers amazing image quality and premium features for less than $100.
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Hive View Outdoor review: The Hive smart home system gets an outdoor camera
Hive users will welcome this solid performer, but its standard features may not be enough to wow the unconverted.
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Ring Floodlight, Battery review: Not enough light and not enough smarts
The Ring Floodlight, Battery is one of the company's new Smart Lighting devices, but it's a little too dim, and a little too simple.
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Reolink Argus Eco review: This Plain Jane wireless outdoor security camera can run on solar power
Reolink delivers a home security camera with all the essential features at an affordable price and gives you the option of recharging the camera's battery with a solar panel.
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Schlage Encode smart deadbolt review: This Wi-Fi entry lock is a good choice for Key by Amazon subscribers
But the Schlage Encode smart deadbolt also exposes some flaws in Amazon’s broader approach to the smart home.
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Ring Smart Lighting Pathlight starter kit review: Security lighting on the cheap—except for all those batteries
The all-plastic construction has us wondering about longevity, but the price (and the hooks into the broader Ring ecosystem) can’t be beat.
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Dragon Touch Babycare Video Monitor review: A high-definition video baby monitor for keeping tabs on your tot
High-quality video, sound detection, temperature monitoring, and activity alerts make this baby monitor one of the better choices for new parents.
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TP-Link Kasa Cam Outdoor KC200 review: an affordable, easy-to-install outdoor security camera
This weather-resistant camera delivers great video and accurate event detection.
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Wyze Sense review: This $20 sensor system is a steal for security DIYers
This starter kit of two contact sensors and one motion sensor extends the capabilities of Wyze's affordable security cameras.
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Remo+ RemoBell W video doorbell review: High-end features, but not best in class
A passive infrared motion sensor and a remote wireless chime are attractive features, but the Remo+ app continues to be an issue.
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Arlo Ultra review: This very expensive security camera delivers super-sharp 4k video
It stumbled out of the gate, but Arlo's high-end, high-res indoor/outdoor security camera is another winner.
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Remo+ RemoBell S video doorbell review: This one’s priced to sell, but the app needs a lot of work
You can buy this modern doorbell cam for the same price as the comparatively ancient original Ring, but should you?
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