Best Smart Home Security Cameras of 2023 - 2024
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- Опубліковано 19 тра 2024
- Today will be a wrap up for 2023 and we will find out which are the Best Security Cameras of 2023 going on to 2024. These are the security cameras that I have tested from Eufy, Reolink, Tapo, Wyze and Ring. Other brands like Arlo, Nest, Blink and also Ring haven't really released anything good this year.
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Individual Reviews:
Eufy IndoorCam S350 - • Eufy Indoor Cam S350 -...
Eufy E220 - • Eufy Indoor Camera 2K ...
Wyze Cam Pan V3 - • Wyze Cam Pan V3 Review...
Window Cams Compared - • Window Mounted WIFI Ca...
Eufy C120 - • Simplest & Cheapest Se...
Wyze Cam OG - • Wyze Cam OG Window Mou...
Aosu Doorbell - • Aosu Video Doorbell Re...
Eufy Doorbell E340 - • Eufy Video Doorbell E3...
Reolink Doorbell WIFI - • Reolink WIFI Doorbell ...
Ring Doorbell PRO 2 - • Ring Video Doorbell Pr...
Wyze Doorbell V2 - • Wyze Video Doorbell V2...
Eufy SoloCam S340 - • Eufy SoloCam S340 - Wi...
Eufy Solocam C210 - • Eufy SoloCam C210 Revi...
Eufy SoloCam S220 - • Wireless Security Came...
Tapo ColorPRO - • Better Than A Starligh...
Reolink Trackmix - • Reolink Trackmix Revie...
Eufy Floodlight Cam E340 - • Eufy Floodlight Cam E3...
Wyze Floodlight PRO - • Wyze Cam Floodlight PR...
Reolink CX410 - • It Can SEE at NIGHT! -...
Reolink RLC-81MA - • 4K Dual Lens Security ...
00:00 Introduction
01:12 Indoor Cams
02:41 Video Doorbells
04:16 Outdoor Cams
05:46 Floodlight Cams
06:25 IP/PoE
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Totally agree, no subscription fee and allowing constant record are both extremely important features. Nice work!
Definitely the most honest reviews related to security cameras here. One thing I notice with people who break into my home is they tend to always be moving quite fast. Maybe in your backyard motion tests and look at resolution results move around far more quickly. The thieves seem to know if they are moving quick these security cameras can struggle in a number of ways.
You should have motion activated lights to complement the camera. They work both as a deterrant and support for the camera. Either way - These people will be covered. The camera only notifies you of a break-in. Statistically you should be more concerned about the camera placament, to make sure its not stolen or vandalized that its ability to detect people moving slowly. The tapo at least, can see way beyond what a person can :)
@@carlossilva3122 I've shown video on UA-cam of thieves coming in against multiple security lights coming on and they don't even flinch. In fact once the lights come on they can see what to steal. I honestly think security lights aid the thieves.
How many times you been broken into?!
You have the best reviews for security cameras. Thanks for all you do
Thank you.
@@LifeHacksterHello, thanks for the video… I got a security camera and a doorbell installed through my Phone/Internet company but the problem I have is that my cellphone does not ring when someone rings the doorbell.
The other problem I have is if I’m at work and the security camera catches someone sometimes I don’t get notified right away.
The 3rd problem I have is I can’t go back and see any recordings of anything.
To me that’s the whole point of having a security camera so if something happens you can go back and have video recorded evidence.
Do the Eufy cameras allow you to go back anytime and grab any footage you want for video evidence of say a break in or property theft etc?
Thank you for another great wrap-up review. My go-to setup is still Eufy. I've had the best luck with them and very minor issues. I saw that they recently released a siren and the price doesn't seem too bad. I want to see a review of it before I decide to add it my system, though. I mainly want to see just how loud it really is. The HB3 alarm combined with 5 outdoors cams with alarms isn't loud unless you're within 10ft of my house. My car alarm can easily drown out Eufy's alarms on full volume. Even one smoke detector alarm is louder than Eufy. So I'm hoping Eufy's siren decibels are close to what my smoke detectors are. Will you be doing a review of Eufy's siren anytime soon?
Thank you!
Merry Christmas!
THANK YOU! These reviews are so thorough and well-made! very helpful. my biggest concern is most batteries are not replaceable, and many report barely two years before they die.
Thank. You thank you thank you. Been following you for a bit now and you are by far the best reviewer on here. You’ve helped me with the confidence to go forth and add cameras carefully to my home picking the best devices for me and my family. You’ve never steered me wrong. Thanks again.
I appreciate that!
So true that no single system is best in all things. It really depends on each unique situation. I started with the Ring doorbell and always had issues with it so I didn't go into that ecosystem. I replaced it with the Eufy wired doorbell and was impressed enough that now I have 10 eufy units. Not perfect but plenty good enough for what I need. Thanks for all the info.
Yeah I agreed. I have the ring doorbell and love that as my favorite doorbell the pro two, but then for the spotlight cameras, I got Eufy the S330 and S340 and absolutely love those.
@@artieartyathe only thing I want on my doorbell is for my phone to ring when someone rings my doorbell.
Can you recommend one?
@@apilkey that is a question for the Smart home solver UA-cam channel. I would email him if I were you.
This was such a great review! Would you say you notice any effects to the electric bill for the wired ones?
Thank you , next videos if you can say about the cameras if it has RTSP option or not , that will be helpful
Great stuff, Would you consider reviewing Lorex Dual Lens security camera? Its a newer 4K camera that came out late last year. It would be amazing for you to compare that one to the ones you think are best
Thanks for all of those cameras testing and recommendations. How about doing the same with other brands like Night Owl or Yi. Would appreciate your assessment on these cameras
Thanks to your reviews i went with the Tapo. An amazing camera with a brilliant app. TP Link need to do more cameras
Enjoy your videos. What is your take on the SureVision out side cameras (most in 8 MP) with NVR and POE for home security?
Thank you LifeHackster. The Eufy S340 was my choice for replacement of the old Arlo 1080p cameras. Very happy with the Eufy S340.
@Snookattack...Thanks for watching!
You dont care that all your data is being sent to Chinese servers?
what they gonna do? @@joebaxter6895
@@joebaxter6895what do you think the NSA has been doing for 20+ years
@@joebaxter6895everything you do is being shared no matter what you do.
Great review. Very helpful, thank you
Great information for people that don't know anything about home security cameras. Very helpful
❤Very professional review and sharing, thank you!
Great collection! You do a great and thorough job👌
What I'd love to see, even tho I know it's a huge workload to add to your already great content making, is testing integration with Home automation. Home Assistant is the one I started again with. I am aiming for HA with Frigate local NVR and a Google Coral for good detection performance.
Cheers from Sweden❤
I kinda separate this channel to home automation except for occasional Alexa integration and there are a lot of other creators that talk about that subject. I mainly focus on DIY out of the box use of products using their own app/software but we will see in the future…thanks for watching!
@@LifeHackster I fully understand, but since it's getting close to Christmas, I thought I'd make a wish 😁
Keep it up, Bro. Your channel is still great 👍
Great collection! You do a great and thorough job
What I'd love to see, even tho I know it's a huge workload to add to your already great content making, is testing integration with Home automation. Home Assistant is the one I started again with. I am aiming for HA with Frigate local NVR and a Google Coral for good detection performance.
Cheers from Sweden
Your reviews are awesome! Would you be able to tell me which of the cameras you've reviewed offer person announcements on Alexa? I only know for sure of Wyze and Tapo. Any others?
Dude great review !!!! Most comprehensive thank you 👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼
Thanks for watching!
Really appreciate this video. Just ordered based on your review. Legend
Thanks for watching!
Wish you'd also add a step to your testing to determine which cameras work best with each home assistant. I run everything in my home through Google Home and would have liked to know which of your camera picks work best with that platform.
Been watching your reviews for a few years now and just realised .... ooops , i'm subbed now , sorry. Have you had time to check out the Aosu 3K UHD Security Floodlight Camera, I have just installed it after removing the Eufy E340 due to very bad and many wifi drop outs and connection refusals. The Aosu so far is amazing at almost half the price and image q is superb. However you are the turn to reviewer so hopefully you could do a full spec on it. Thanks for all you do.
Is there a chance that you can review the Reolink RLC-81PA? I am looking to get those for my house and I know your reviews are in the most detail compared to others. It would be amazing if you could, thanks!
Thanks for the video.
Can you guide me into getting a good quality carema which can be used in Senegal, West Africa.
May come with sim and solar power. Thanks
So helpful, thank you!
I have a question. I just bought three PoE cameras, the Reolink Trackmix, Reolink CX410 and Reolink 81MA after view your reviews. My question is if I can buy any Reolink NVR to use those cameras or I need a specific Reolink NVR?Thanks for your videos, are very helpful.
Thanks a lot !!! I will save some money to change into eufy or Aosu in December :D
Very imformative, great video. Thanks
Thanks for the great video. I think it is a good idea to put a reaction time in your video as well. from the time you appear and how long it takes for the camera to notify you, I think the whole reason for having security camera is knowing when someone appears and how long is the notification time, I have Eufy S330 and the reaction time is around 10 sec, if I have a home invasion by the time I get the notification I will be dead.
Please watch my individual reviews of these cameras. I have been doing the notification testing on all my reviews ever since I started reviewing Nest cameras years ago. Also, I have mentioned this before..battery powered cameras will have longer notification time than wired/plug in options of the same brand. Like wired cameras of eufy will have faster notifications than their battery powered ones.
Thank you for all this hard work! Has really helped me make my buying decisions, regardless of what my wallet would say - lolz.
@JeffFlowersgoogle...Thanks for watching!
hi and thank you for your amazing reviews...I am a new homeowner and I can't decide between longer battery life with blink/ring or better quality with Eufy but lower battery life....help!!!
Love your reviews . I really rate the eufy Outdoor cam pro with the wired to a usb charger. Great little WiFi cam
Yes, that's a great little camera... you will be seeing it in my home camera tour.
@@LifeHackster look forward to it. Just bought the new HomeBase 3 and 2 c210WiFi cameras for my house. Great price buying these items separately and for my purpose.
Outstanding reviews….Thanks
I own a townhouse that is in a community that does not have a gate and also the front unit right on a main street. Which camera would you recommend since it's a high traffic area? The only camera we have is our Ring doorbell.
Very detailed review. Any chance you can review the Swann Maxranger 4K. It has a unique feature of 600m range thru wifi.
So for a one company solution, who is the go to and the leader right now (possibly the future as well) for DIY Install and Self Monitoring?
I had the eufy s340 and it wouldn’t detect cars which is a must for me we live in the country with a lot of land. I even changed the settings but it still wouldn’t detect cars only seemed to pick up when people would come up only.
Nice video man ! 🎉thanks
Thank you LifeHackster. I just ordered the Eufy camera, what I plan to set up on my window. I have a Panasonic Homehawk window camera already, which worked for about a year, but recently, it stopped working. I was able to re-set and works again, except the notificiation. No matter what I do, it notifies me about a person only by a pop up, but NO SOUND. Do you know what to do to fix it? I even talked to Panasonic customer service, but they couldn't help. And yes, notification is set for sound, not for silent.
Hi Lifehackster. Thanks for all your videos and honest reporting. Very much appreciated. I purchased five Eufy S340's with a home base.
FYI .... these cameras are working with a distance of 340 meters to the home base !!! They are FANTASTIC cameras in every way. No regrets purchasing. I purchased these as a result of your videos. Thanks for all your efforts. 10 /10. A+++
What would you recommend that is Wireless, Motion Alert/ spotlight with video and night vision, and notifications to my I phone WITHOUT subcription?
On the Wyze Cam Floodlight Pro, be a plug-in 🔌? And you do video on the process? Thank you!
I’m so thankful you released this videos I was just recently been looking into security cameras and was trying to figure out the best outdoor system would be and I got a ring floodlight cam just because everyone had it and it was quick and easy to use I just don’t like the quality on it but now since you said eufy is the better overall brand I’ll be definitely be switching ✊🏽✊🏽
Thanks for watching!
Nice video! Would you recommend the S210 Outdoor Cam Pro from Eufy? It's a wired one. You have a video on it. Is it still a viable option in 2024? It stood out to me because there is NO subscription required at all. Thanks in advance and take care.
@LifeHackster would you recommend Reolink 4k PoE 180' over the Reolink CX410
Looking forward to the annual tour!!
Thanks for watching!
I was looking at the Eufe s340. In front of my house there's a lot of high traffic so I need a hard drive that can hold a lot of footage. I didn't necessarily want to buy another hard drive that I have to expand, but apparently that's what I have to do with it. 8/16 gigs is practically nothing. I'd be okay even if I could stick a 128 gig card in there, but apparently I can't. So what makes up for in size, it loses in storage 🤔
Is there a way to bring all the best devices from different manufacturers together under one home integration so you can pick and choose what you want?? Would that be Home assistant????
As always great video. I’m still kicking myself in the butt for not purchasing the Eufy S340 from Amazon when they were down to one $139.99 cyber Monday. Looking forward to next years line up of videos.
By the way. where can I purchase a cable to power the E340 floodlight cam if I don’t have a junction box? How do i even refer to it when i’m searching in stores for it of online?
I don't think they are selling the plug in kit yet. An outdoor 16GA extension cord will work. You just have to cut the socket part -> ua-cam.com/video/Jx0M5kPzh9w/v-deo.htmlsi=HvzrsK9Q6a0dQPUY
i really like the eufy cam... im looking for a wifi cam wich has at least 1080, nightvision, motion detection, motion tracking and the most important feature i want to controll it through app and computer not just a web interface! also maybe use it as webcam
Nice video. We have an Amazon eco system with amazing Alexa’s and ring cameras and there alarm. The best thing with the alarm is that whenever it goes off, the Alexa’s sound off a loud siren which might be louder than the base station. You should make a video about it.
Cool thanks for sharing it. I have to check it out. Thanks for watching!
Great channel content!
Hi brother ! I want to buy a 4g solar camera to use for my job site . Can you please recommend which camera is best . Thanks heaps
which one would you go for especially for night human detection? Eufy S340 or Tapo C425 (T85)?
what's the best for reading license plates on moving cars in your front yard street?
I got the ring infrastructure, alarm, door locks, cams. I am a bit disappointed with ring. Seems like they stopped on their r&d. I’d like to see ring make a ptz cam similar to the Eufy s340. As they currently don’t. It means I have to now buy another piece of infrastructure to add to it. Ring could also integrate other manufacturers cams into their system.
Can any of these cameras store video both locally and on cloud at same time?
Make sure that you cover each camera with at least one other camera. If people can see that they need to stand in front of another camera to tamper with one it could keep them form messing with any of your cameras. I also like to video every car and person passing by, just in case.
Mr. Hackster: Help.. I have wildlife around my home 24/7, but want an outdoor camera security system. Also, just as important, they will be mounted very high up on my home. Question: Which one would you suggest? (no having a subscription is somewhat important),. and how do I RESET the system when it is so high up ?? Lastly, you have a beautiful and well kept home.... love the flag!
Do you know of any doorbell cameras with voip call support besides Wyze?
When the doorbell is pressed it calls your phone using voip and you can have a two way conversation with the person at the door.
What are your thoughts on the Reolink RLC-811WA?
can anyone help me with the following question? I have several Reolink poe cameras connected to an NVR at home. I have the app which I use to monitor and change settings. All is working well. I’m now planning to set up the same exact system at a different property. The question is, how are these two independent systems going to show up on the app? I have been trying to get an answer but all I find is that all the cameras from both systems will show on the app and there is no way to group them or compartmentalize them. I don’t even know if any setting changes to one NVR will affect the other NVR. Thank you
I'm planning to get a NVR system 12MP but not sure what the best, what do you recommend?
Maybe you can suggest the best 4 k camera to have feed it's live footage to a 55 inch 4k tv. I already have another system as my security set up, good enough to identify thieves, but not 4k. I am looking to add a digital window to a building that has no windows. So I am thinking of a 4 k camera that maybe has the ability to have a HDMI cable to link it to a tv?
Thank you!!! I found this video VERY VERY helpful!!!! I didnt even know window cameras where a THING!!! You are the man!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU
Is it easy to take battery operated door bells? They look easy to take. I had people take my ring cameras, so I am a bit leery with something that is more ground level. They are not cheap either.
Bought the Eufy (Anker) S350!! It will be used as a baby monitor :)
Im looking for one that records 24/7, has night vision, high definition and zoom, can work with or without wifi, and maybe wireless? The Eufy s350 looks good, but i would need to get one for every room and at $130 a piece that means id have to spend $390 😅.
I can’t wait 👏🏾.
what camera would you recommend to capture ufos in the sky on a sdcard? the wyze cam is cheap and will record planes going by but it is not very clear. florida real ufos is using a hunting scope to capture ufos at night. i like sport mode in samsung phones because it can capture clear fast shots.
Hi I am after a intercom system, it does not need video as it is for a launch. Ideally with a 5V power supply or a battery system. I want to be able to communticate with the person down stairs in the boat. It would be good if it was hands free. You have an amazing amount of knowledge and I thought I would reach out to you. Thank you for your time. Martin (Kiwi)
Is ring still a good option for outdoor cameras?
Any suggestions for extreme cold security cameras? Northern Canada easily gets to - 40c even almost hits - 60c
I'm guessing one of those window mounts? Or maybe one with a very small electric heater wire in it?
Anything wired or plug in will work. Just find their operating range to make sure.
Hi Have you try Gyration cameras before? Please have a product review if you try it thank you!
In one of your video you mentioned you are using ring alarm system. I hope you are paying a subscription for the service. If so, why not go with ring cameras so for the same $20 a month you get security alarm covered and camera footages are in cloud. right?
I've bought eufy cam og, does the Echo sound when streaming at a time when there is a passing vehicle include a bug ? Please comment this !
What’s the better door bell Eufy or Blink
Ola LH, is it possible for the Eufy S340 to be set to not record a specific region? Like if I want it on a corner that is close to my neighbour's yard and not want it to look in their direction at all for privacy? Owh and can its storage be expanded by SD card??
HI, I am having issues connecting EufyCam E to HomeBase 3, can you please show me how to connect them. thanks
I'm looking for the best audio, any idea what camera has the clearest audio?
Does EZVIZ have a good Wi-Fi camera with 2 way talk and good night vision??
Is there a camera that alarm could sound off during the day time when someone enters a certain area like your carport?
Hello there’s a new eufy alarm 🚨 I believe 110 db, also a water and freeze sensor and a carbon monoxide /smoke alarm from eufy . I Hope you can show us this items 👍🏻
I’m trying to find the best quality outdoor camera, got to be wireless and can watch the live feed on a tv 24/7. Any help ?
Do the tp link cameras c520ws and c325wb produce Light Polution for another camera? (telescope)
Which battery powered you consider the best?
I want to see a compare of what I can buy at the store. Google, Amazon and other makers
You should look at the Aqara cameras, they can integrate into smart home automations and have very good quality for indoor use.
I have to check it out. Thanks.
@LifeHackster, Eufy S330 are you having any problems with motion? Camera fails to detect motion further than 5ft away, and I've tried different FOV. Eufy have not been able to provide any solutions.
The S340 I has a good detection distance compared to other battery cameras I have used.
Yes, definitely.. it outperforms a lot of other battery cameras...just by its detection range.
The main downside to Ring is the recent removal of the share feature on the app. Ring doesn't want law enforcement to have access to video clips. So much for ring.
Thanks for your video.
I tried the arlo go 2 (4G LTE). Keeps going offline. Can’t connect to live feed on demand. Very unreliable.
I also tried the eufy starlight. Also crap. Sensor was not picking up motion. The speaker on it was crap. My conclusion is that 4G LTE are unreliable. The point is you shouldn’t have to keep resetting the camera. It should be reliable. If mobile phones can be so complicated and yet reliable why don’t these cameras which are simpler work reliably.
Thank you i just bought the Eufy solarcam s340. will let you know how i get on. i hate complicated set ups and am not techy. if it's good, i will get 3 more cameras
Thanks very much - this was awesome. Would be helpful to rank in terms of price too.
Something about RING is that they have a built in backdoor for police to monitor.
The eufy Zoom has one GIANT flaw- you can't aim the zoom camera seperately. So if you need to cover a certain space with the main camera but want to zoom in anywhere else but exactly in the middle of where you set the main camera view, you're out of luck. Would be amazing if you there was a way to slightly aim the zoom off of the center of the main camera.
I haven't seen a dual lens camera yet that you can aim either lenses separately..but that would be a nice feature.
Now the reolink track mix you can zoom in dual screen.
the digital zooming of the trackmix is software/AI based. Physically, it still points on the same position of the wide lens@@chrismadison305
That would increase the price tag pretty substantially I think. But if manufacturers can see a market for it, they will produce.
The Security Cam future is interesting for sure.
Which after market window mount is recommended for eufy c120?