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There are a lot of wireless security cameras on the market. Here are the best indoor, outdoor, budget, and smart lock cameras out there.
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When it comes to exploring options for home security, things can get expensive and complicated pretty quickly. Here is your guide to security camera installation. But wireless security cameras don’t have to be either of these things. They’re super fast to install because they don’t need to be wired into your home’s electrical system, and they easily connect to your home’s internet network through WiFi or Bluetooth.
When you go to buy a wireless security camera, make sure to look for cameras with a wider field of view (how much area the camera can “see” — it typically ranges from a 130 to 180 degrees), night vision and HDR (high dynamic range) capability for the best images possible. After all, there’s no point in having a security camera if you can’t identify what it shows. Also, consider a camera with extra security features like an alarm, floodlight, emergency calling and two-way audio.
The Blink Indoor Home Security Camera rates higher than any other wireless camera meant solely for indoor use. It has several key features including motion detection and a “Live View” streaming option that lets you monitor your home through real-time camera feeds. Do note, though, that because they are Amazon products Blink cameras will work with your Alexa devices but not other home automation systems like Google.
The Wyze Cam is only $26, yet comes with a lot of great features that leave other budget cameras in the dust, and it even works outdoors as well. While many inexpensive cameras just record, Wyze Cam has the capability to broadcast two-way audio. It also comes with free cloud storage and works with both Alexa and Google Assistant.
Hands-down, the best smart lock with an integrated smart security camera is the Lockly Vision. This lock has unparalleled features, including six ways to unlock, fingerprint detection, voice control and innovative security features to keep your home and data safe. The camera on the lock has HD color footage. You can even talk to whoever is at your door while using the camera. And while using the camera, you can talk to whoever is at your door.
The Ring Stick Up Cam has more features and a better app than any other wireless indoor camera on the market— and it can be used outdoors. Top features include two-way audio, Alexa functionality and a 140-degree field of view with clear HD video quality. The Ring Stick Up Cam can either be mounted on a wall or placed on any flat surface.
The best wireless security camera on the market is the Arlo Ultra. With a 180-degree field of view coupled with 4K HDR video quality, this camera will capture a largest area around your home with the highest clarity of any other. It also comes with night vision, a siren, and two-way audio that lets you hear and talk to people in your yard.
The Wansview Waterproof Outdoor Security Camera is much less expensive than other cameras on this list. But it still has a lot of great features and draws 4.3 star rating on Amazon. It connects with Alexa, comes with night vision, and video footage can be reviewed on its app from anywhere in the world.
By far, the best wireless security camera with a floodlight is the Arlo Pro 3. It features a 160-degree field of view, color night vision, an 80-decibel siren and a great app. The main feature, though, is the adjustable 2,000- to 3,000-lumen floodlight — the brightest available in a top-of-the-line security camera — which can light up your entire yard. Overall, no other floodlight camera can beat this one’s light power and features package.
Originally Published: July 08, 2020
