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    Detailed List of the Most Affordable Home Security Cameras

  • 1. Wyze Cam – Most Affordable Cam Overall

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    8.3 /10

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    Wyze is wowing home security shoppers with its choice of security cameras under $50. The cheapest Wyze camera is the Wyze Cam V3 ($29.99 MSRP). The other, Wyze Pan Cam ($33.99 MSRP), is an attractive upgrade with its automatic 360-degree rotation. Both Wyze cameras are plug-in models with power cords. With a few screws they can attach to shelves, walls, ceilings and other flat surfaces.

    For free with Wyze you’ll get motion alerts and sound alerts by smartphone, and you can use Alexa or Google Assistant commands for remote control by voice. Also for free you can see live footage and review clips that your cameras store to the cloud. Wyze cams automatically store brief clips when triggered by motion and/or sound. Continuous recording is available too via a microSD card, although not with cloud storage.

    Wyze Cam and Wyze Cam Pan both come with free cloud storage that stores short clips of motion and sound events. That’s incredibly generous, considering that most cameras don’t include free cloud storage. Another option is to store videos locally via a microSD card that you’ll provide. With a microSD card, you can store continuously rolling videos, but if your card gets full, it will automatically delete the oldest clips.

    Security Camera Features

    Features of both Wyze cameras include:

    • Power cord for AC outlet
    • 110-degree field of view
    • 1080p resolution
    • 8x zoom on livestream
    • Two-way audio
    • Triggered by motion or sound
    • Motion detection zones let you exclude part of the viewing field
    • Smart sound detection indicates if a smoke detector siren or other alarm has sounded
    • 14 days of storage per clip
    • Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant
    • Works with IFTTT
    • MicroSD card slot for continuous recording to local storage

    The extra advantage of the Pan Cam is its 360-degree spin. This camera has the same 110-degree lens as Wyze Cam V2, but it follows a rotation schedule to surveille more territory. You can specify up to four specific stopping points for motion detection and recording.

    Beyond Cameras…

    Wyze cams can help build simple multi-part security systems. For a one-time expense of $25 you can connect a Wyze camera to two entryway sensors and one indoor motion detector. Your camera will automatically record when an external sensor is triggered.

    Smart light bulbs can join your home security system too. You can set your lights to follow schedules, and also control them by voice.

    What’s the Catch?

    Why are Wyze cameras so cheap? Some shortcomings come to mind. Also consider:

    1) There’s no battery backup, so you won’t have video surveillance if mains electricity is lost.

    2) You’ll compromise on night vision with Wyze cams. Other affordable security cameras provide better clarity.

    3) The Alexa voice assistant integration is disappointing to many customers. The best brand for Alexa-friendly security cameras is Ring, as explained in the following review.

    To sum up, Wyze features the cheapest home security cameras overall and the best home security cameras under $50. Camera purchase includes 14 days of rolling cloud storage for motion-triggered and sound-triggered events. For continuous recording you can add a microSD card. Data storage cards with 32G retail for about $10 each.

  • 2. Ring – Best Cam for Alexa

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    9.5 /10

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    Selling for just $59.99, the new Ring Indoor Cam is the most affordable Alexa-friendly security camera. While other home security brands are Alexa compatible, Ring’s integration with Alexa is especially smooth. That’s to be expected, as Ring and Alexa are sister companies both owned by Amazon. The Ring Alexa skill lets you manage Ring indoor and outdoor cameras and other Ring devices: doorbell cameras, smart lights, smart locks and sirens.

    Compared with ultra-cheap Wyze cameras (above), Ring security cameras cost a bit more to maintain. Free do-it-yourself service only includes alerts, not cloud storage – but for $3 per month or less, you can save one camera’s clips to the cloud for up to 60 days each.

    For just $10 a month or less with the annual subscription, you can save clips from all your cameras to the cloud for 60 days. This service also extends your Ring cameras’ warranties. It’s one of the best deals in modern home security.

    Camera Features

    Ring’s Indoor Cam has a simple name and advanced features. Specs include:

    • USB power cord
    • 140° field of view
    • Two-way voice with noise cancellation
    • Motion detection
    • Motion zones
    • Up to 60 days of cloud storage per clip
    • Best Alexa skill
    • Compatible with Google Assistant
    • Works with IFTTT
    • Neighborhood crime alerts available with free Ring Neighbors app

    It’s an impressive set of features for a camera under $60. Are there any “cons” to balance the perks? One possible shortcoming is the lack of backup battery power. Another is the lack of digital zoom. However, with its wide viewing field and crisp resolution 24/7, the Ring Indoor Cam can still capture lots of valuable footage as long as it’s powered. If power is cut, a snapshot of the last view will be sent to your account.

    Paid Plans with Ring

    As mentioned above, you can use Ring security cameras without monthly fees. To get more from the devices though, choose a Protect or Protect Plus plan. These contract-free plans can be month-to-month and are even more affordable when you pay for a year upfront. Each is offered with a free 30-day trial and includes lifetime camera theft protection too.

    Ring Protect – Ring Protect lets you record continuous video, whereas free service only gives motion-triggered clips. With Ring Protect you can save your footage for up to 60 days. The plan costs $3 per camera per month, or $30 when you pay for 12 months together.

    Ring Protect Plus – Ring Protect Plus expands the cloud coverage of Ring Protect from one camera to all cameras installed at the same address. It’s a great deal if you have four or more cameras.

    All in all, Ring is a flexible and affordable solution for DIY or professional camera monitoring. Cloud storage and professional monitoring are contract-free and available without a credit check. Ring home security cameras are under warranty for one year from the date of purchase. Extended warranties are activated with paid service.

  • 3. Nest – Most Affordable Google Security Camera

    Editors Rating:

    9.2 /10

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    The Nest Cam Indoor is the cheapest home security camera ever developed by Google Nest. This $99.99 camera offers reliable video surveillance with the convenience of Google Assistant voice control. Plus, it has built-in artificial intelligence that can distinguish people from pets and vehicles, and provide rich notifications that tell you exactly what the threat is. And for $6 per month, you’ll get cloud storage and facial recognition.

    For another $80, you can upgrade to the Nest Cam Battery. For $179.99, this camera takes the Nest Cam Indoor’s features outdoors. The Nest Cam Battery is weatherproof, plus it’s powered by a battery, so you can use it wire-free.

    Paid cloud storage is optional month-to-month. All Nest cameras send free smartphone alerts when triggered by motion. Also, they save snapshots of the event and send them to the cloud for three hours.

    Google Nest Indoor Cam Features

    • 10-ft USB power cord
    • 130° field of view
    • High-quality night vision with 8 LEDs
    • Two-way audio
    • Motion detection
    • Motion zones
    • Google Assistant integration
    • Up to 30 days of cloud storage per clip
    • Works with IFTTT and Google Home

    Monitoring Plans

    If you need more cloud storage, or to unlock features like facial recognition, you can go for Nest Aware, a $6 monthly cost. This plan provides 30 days of cloud storage for all your Nest cameras. This cloud plan stores videos recorded automatically when the cameras detect motion or loud sound.

    Moreover, you can expand your cameras’ event storage to 60 days, plus get 10 days of continuous recording. This plan, Nest Aware Plus, costs $12 per month or $120 per year.

    • For $5 and up per month, Nest Cam Indoor can save footage to the cloud and record continuously. With summary snapshots, the Nest app makes it easy to sort through lots of footage. The $5 plan lets you save unlimited files for up to five days each. The top-tier $30 plan saves the clips for up to 30 days each. An in-between plan gives two weeks of storage.
    • For $29/month you can get professional monitoring of Google Nest cameras from Brinks, a security company with, especially fast response times.

    Simple DIY Installation

    For easy installation Nest indoor cameras plugin and run over home Wi-Fi. You can simply connect the wireless app, set your camera on a shelf, and consider it installed! For the best security though, take about ten minutes to secure the camera with screws. It can easily attach to a wall, ceiling, or other flat surfaces.

    Nest camera purchase includes a two-year warranty and a 30-day free trial.

  • 4. Arlo – Best Value DIY Security Camera

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    8.8 /10

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    Arlo Technologies is a wireless camera company focused on DIY security. This Silicon Valley brand is very well-established; it’s traded as ARLO on the NYSE and about three million households have registered their cameras. With Arlo, you’ll get the best value DIY security cameras in terms of equipment price, quality, and cost for daily use. The selection is diverse and each cam has an impressive suite of features. You’ll get two-way audio, crisp resolution in any light, activity zones, and many more features. The portable Arlo Baby cam can even play lullabies and monitor air quality.

    Prices for Arlo indoor-only cameras start at $99.99 for the Arlo Essential. Cloud plans start off free, with options to upgrade to up to $14.99 with cloud and artificial intelligence features.

    Free vs Paid Arlo Monitoring

    With free or paid service, Arlo Essential and all other Arlo cameras will send you alerts about sound and motion. Also for free, all motion-triggered and sound-triggered clips will be saved to the cloud for seven days. Unlike with cheaper security cameras from Wyze and Blink, new recordings won’t delete older footage.

    Starting at $2.99 per month, Arlo storage time is expanded to 30 days. Even better, you can record continuously to the cloud for $14.00 a month. Some Arlo cameras connect to a base station for continuous recording as well.

    The top-tier $14.99 Arlo plan activates an e911 button within the Arlo mobile app. This button accompanies smartphone alerts about camera activity and is available when you’re viewing live footage.

    Arlo Q Features

    • 1080p resolution
    • 130° field of view
    • Motion zones (Set up to three)
    • Infrared night vision
    • Two-way audio
    • Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
    • Works with IFTTT
    • Local storage (Data cards sold separately)
    • Free cloud storage

    Installing an Arlo Essential takes about 10 minutes. You’ll connect a mobile app, attach the magnetic camera base to a flat surface, and snap the camera into place.

    Arlo Q cameras carry a one-year warranty and have a money-back guarantee. For $99.99, they’re the best value in DIY home video surveillance.

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