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Best Smart Home Security Cameras of 2024 - 2025

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LifeHackster

LifeHackster

Күн бұрын

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@speedyg123.
@speedyg123. 26 күн бұрын
as someone who has logitech circle view cameras, i’ve tested out the CX410w and the color night vision has blown my whole family’s minds. Currently in the process of replacing all my cameras with them almost went with wyze cameras instead but found this channel that steered me the right way. thanks so much.
@ASEAngelica
@ASEAngelica 26 күн бұрын
TRY TP Link Tapo C325wb. In better than Reolink CX410 because if has 4.06Mp not 3.6 like Reolink Cx410.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@VastardokKukiao
@VastardokKukiao 20 күн бұрын
@@ASEAngelica Reolink destroys tapo bro
@ASEAngelica
@ASEAngelica 20 күн бұрын
@@VastardokKukiao Reolink CX410 has 3.68Mp and Tapo C325wb 4.06Mp Tapo C325wb has bigest angle 134 degree at 4.58mm lens. Even near best Hikvision 8Mp DS-2CD2T87G2-LSU/SL is better at night.
@DrunkGrilling
@DrunkGrilling 7 күн бұрын
@@ASEAngelica Tapo C325wb has a 134 degree view diagonal, the cx410 is 89 degrees horizontal. the tapo c325wb is only slightly wider fov. Watch the lifehackster video comparing the two. the cx410 has slightly better night vision and does not have plastic case and mounts that will break over time from sun UV or other damage. The cx410 is also available in POE. The Tapo C325wb can record up to 20fps. The cx410 can record at 30 fps. The Tapo C325wb does have a slightly higher resolution. Both are great cameras. MP resolution is not everything, the higher the resolution the more light needs to be let in to achieve the same brightness level. This is why the reolink cx410 (2k) compared to the reolink cx810 (4k), the cx810 is much darker and has a worse night image.
@Nikki_miku37
@Nikki_miku37 26 күн бұрын
After a security breech at our house, I’ve been following your videos and suggestions!!! Thanks for making such great videos!!!!
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@JSdeen87
@JSdeen87 26 күн бұрын
American living in Saudi Arabia. Just installed a number of Eufy products from doorbell to 360 cameras. This is a champion. All are powered by solar and is working flawlessly. What’s even better there are no service fees
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Glad to hear. Thanks for watching!
@jeangeorges5857
@jeangeorges5857 26 күн бұрын
You are one of the best reviewer out there
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Thank you. I appreciate that.
@CaydenThyGamer
@CaydenThyGamer 26 күн бұрын
I think he is the best. I have not found anyone better and unbiased.
@davec544
@davec544 25 күн бұрын
@@CaydenThyGamerI agree!
@JNatella
@JNatella 26 күн бұрын
Love the Reolink Pre-recording feature but in a colder climate (I'm in MA) it went from 100% charge to 20% charge which disables this feature and it's never been able to recover from that battery drain
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
That's the only thing with anything battery powered and cold weather... you will need something that is wired.
@chrisr6749
@chrisr6749 26 күн бұрын
Your video's have been super helpful building a very advanced and dependable home security ecosystem with Eufy and their home base with an SSD expansion. Really appreciate all your hard work and reliable reviews, thank you! 🙏
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
I'm glad you are finding the videos helpful! Thank you.
@dztrader
@dztrader 21 күн бұрын
can you please review a good security camera which can capture car number plate when its driving pass your home
@MrBucko1990
@MrBucko1990 26 күн бұрын
Surprised the Reolink 81-MA didn’t get a mention with its dual lenses which is still unique. Looking forward to the 2024 Home Tour!
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
I'm actually will be replacing the 81-MA with the CX810. The zoomed lens on the 81MA in my setup I barely use or view because I am not able to set it to the area that I want because adjusting the camera will also change the view of the wide lens.
@MrBucko1990
@MrBucko1990 26 күн бұрын
@ similar issue with my own.
@Donkjnr
@Donkjnr 25 күн бұрын
Thank you for all your hard work, another great year. Merry Christmas to you and your family, wishing you the best for 2025
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
Same to you! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
@topboy4767
@topboy4767 17 күн бұрын
Any all black Reolink cameras?? Why are they making these in white only ? Doesn’t make sense
@Aglai76
@Aglai76 17 сағат бұрын
What's the best wireless battery canera system for an area where one or 2 items have a lot of motion, like a bush or a flag, but will still alert if there's movement outside of those things?
@SLChill79
@SLChill79 2 күн бұрын
would you suggest Aosu or Zosi? seems ok? thank you very much
@pizzadave9812
@pizzadave9812 26 күн бұрын
I love all your videos and appreciate all of them.. for 4 years now I've been using wyze and ring. With no issues at all . I just upgraded all my wyze v3's to v 4s and couldn't be happier I know there's better stuff but this fits my budget.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Wyze V4's are fine. I also use them. Wyze is not on the list is mostly because of the subscription to fully use their cameras.
@carpathus
@carpathus 26 күн бұрын
Installed a few eufy S220s but had trouble connecting. Installed a mesh network with extenders near the cameras now they connect no problem. Cheers!
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Glad to hear it’s working now!
@sullivan3503
@sullivan3503 2 күн бұрын
Do any of these support SRTP and RTSPS? I cannot find anything online about consumer-level SRTP cameras.
@urbanelemental3308
@urbanelemental3308 26 күн бұрын
Sadly, the two different style Eufy cameras I tried both failed to record on motion detection which is simply a deal breaker. Will never buy Eufy after that. And when I say fail, I mean they failed badly. I could walk in front of the camera and it would not trigger.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Sorry to hear that.
@chrislindsay3104
@chrislindsay3104 26 күн бұрын
Thanks, Hackster. Since following you I have bought 14 Blink outdoors and 5 Tapo c120's. I mount the Blinks low to the ground and use just for wildlife tracking: possum, racoon, coyote, and bobcats. The Tapos I use for monitoring human activity: porch pirates, meter readers, and jehovahs witnesses
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
You are welcome. Thanks for watching!
@marin9207
@marin9207 3 күн бұрын
Jehovahs witnesses 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂. I can’t stop laughing.
@CarlosRivera0123
@CarlosRivera0123 21 күн бұрын
Hi, you have to use obligatory the NVR. It cannot be connected to a regular socket.??
@RichardSlater
@RichardSlater Күн бұрын
The questis which system tk buy into. Eufy or reolink? Once committed cant change!
@Kurlzero
@Kurlzero 26 күн бұрын
Always love your content! Keep it up!
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Appreciate it!
@latinreuben
@latinreuben 26 күн бұрын
Good intel. Im waiting to get Verizon FiOS b4 installing Eufy e340 floodlight & s330 cams. Gonna b tricky bec live in corner house with heavy foot traffic. It would be too complicated having Eufy & Reolink setup, correct?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
You can use motion zones to minimize false recordings.
@Dingoblue
@Dingoblue 25 күн бұрын
Hi lifehackster, great year end sum up! Can I request if possible, for the cams u review to indicate if they are ONVIF. Thx! 👍🏻
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
Sure, I'll add it and hoping I'll remember..ONVIF will be mostly on Reolink wired cams. WiFi cameras normally are not ONVIF compatible.
@SibeDad
@SibeDad 20 күн бұрын
Hello and thank you for your informative video. Can you suggest a Wi-Fi camera that has a Windows PC Client, other than Reolink. My experience with Reolink Support with my Altas PT Ultra has been very frustrating and I would like to look into other options. I do not have a smart phone, so I cannot use an App camera.
@vipjeffvegas
@vipjeffvegas 26 күн бұрын
I have been watching your videos for years and appreciate your great details in your reviews! I am curious why you do not recommend the Wyze V4 cameras? Personally I am blown away with the Wyze Cam V4 low light quality and SD card availability and for less than $10 per month full 24/7 and cloud for as many cameras unlimited.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Wyze is not on the list mostly because of the need of the Cam Plus subscription to get the other features of the camera like its Smart detection and notifications. Also, Wyze has always have a delay in notification for me... I do however use the V4, OG and the Pan V3..mostly as a backup recording if needed. It will be in my yearly Smart home tour.
@vipjeffvegas
@vipjeffvegas 26 күн бұрын
@LifeHackster Yes I agree with you I do not like what Wyze has done with their subscription model however I don't mind paying the small fee for many of their cameras for both cloud and micro SD card 24/7 I appreciate that part but good points you make. And for me at least Wyze notifications are very good and immediate.
@BuzzLightGear2112
@BuzzLightGear2112 24 күн бұрын
Appreciate this insightful security channel & Subscribed! Question regarding Eufy S3 Pro. How is this Secure Without Cloud storage when Away from home if the source of stored footage is stored Locally inside the HomeBase 3 unit that the thieves would surely destroy or take with them? Is there a way to download events to phone or better-yet laptop or any Away from home computer?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 24 күн бұрын
I’m not sure if they are going to offer cloud storage option on this model but remember, if thieves are inside your home, that means you should have been notified by the cameras already. Also, you can always keep the homebase somewhere where they cannot find it… if ever they are able to get inside your house without you knowing. The thing on “secure without cloud storage” is more for hackers not able to gain access to your footage if it is stored in the cloud.
@BuzzLightGear2112
@BuzzLightGear2112 23 күн бұрын
@@LifeHackster Appreciate the reply just confused as to how the Home Base 3 could be hidden since it has to be attached via Ethernet cable to router? Also hard to determine if cloud storage is available option for S3 Pro cams. Eufy's page is just not very clear on this or many other things
@chrisj7055
@chrisj7055 19 күн бұрын
This is a major problem I'm battling while researching multiple security set ups. It's the elephant in the room. It doesn't matter how good the cameras are if the home base or NVR can just be easily stolen. Boom, there goes all your 4k footage. The whole system could be rendered useless. The eufy home base is quiet and small, so it won't attract undue attention. Yes it has to be hardwired. If you have data cabling inside your house, you may be able to hide it in some av equipment in an unlikely room. That's about the best I can think of. A hikvision or similar NVR is like a server and is very loud. Attracts a lot of attention. It's also restricted as to where you can put it, at least here in Australia for heat and air circulation reasons. Lastly, I'm looking at a friends eufy set up and you are able to download 'events' from the app to your phone. This is a way you could get footage out of the home base if you had thieves break in. You'd have to be ready though, you wouldn't have long until they found the home base wherever it was. At least I wouldn't count on much time.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 19 күн бұрын
@@BuzzLightGear2112 I’m not sure about your network setup but if you have a network switch which most houses have now, you can route the wiring to the homebase anywhere.. attic, locked room, etc.. creativity is all you need. The main downside of cloud recording is it is easy for big brother to gain access your footage which can be a good or bad thing… it depends on you.
@brettsimmons-z6d
@brettsimmons-z6d 9 күн бұрын
I need a security camera with zoom (that stays zoomed in where I left it), has a direct link so I can constantly view it (ring camera makes you use app which ALWAYS disconnects after 5 minutes)
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 9 күн бұрын
Reolink RLC-823A Review - 4K IP Camera that has Pan, Tilt, Zoom, Spotlights and Motion Tracking kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6O5c61-fdWHf5I
@cazenova
@cazenova 25 күн бұрын
Hey lifehackster, great videos as always. I recently changed my arlo camera to the new Imou cell 3 cameras. i have a 4 cam setups and i must say im really impressed. Would you be able to do a review on it. Your opinion would be appreciated.👍🏻
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
I have to check it out. Thanks.
@tjac4801
@tjac4801 2 күн бұрын
My track mix WiFi solar panel not charging my camera and I have to keep taking it down now to charge it.. any advice .. I’ve went Thur many procedures but no luck
@Martin-Techno-Gadget-Guy
@Martin-Techno-Gadget-Guy 26 күн бұрын
hi LifeHackster, Once again thank you so much for a great review of these cameras. I'm currently a NEST camera guy and I'm baffled by why they have not release any new (badly needed) hardware in 3+ years. So I just purchased the new Eufy S3 Pro w/ S380 Base and also the new REOLINK 4K E1 Outdoor Pro to compare them. I like almost everything about these cameras but I'm running into a problem that I don't understand with their software design. With the NEST it will record all events 24/7 and puts markers on the timeline for a motion event and in what zone it happened.. But one important distinction is that Nest lets you define ALERT zones so I only get an alert for Person or Animal in particular zones. For example a person on my front lawn alerts me but a person in the street does not alert me but it still records them and puts a market on the time line. Eufy and Reolink both have a software flaw (in my opinion) in that if you define a zone it will not record anything outside of that zone. So you miss events that you might want to see later on and just not get an alert for. Does this seem like a big issue to you? Am I missing something?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
That's true. Nest (before it was bought by Google) have a pretty good app. Forcing customers to migrate to Google Home was a bad move. You can set on the Reolink if you have a plug in or wired setup to record continuously and set non detection zones on the areas you don't want to get notified.
@Martin-Techno-Gadget-Guy
@Martin-Techno-Gadget-Guy 26 күн бұрын
@@LifeHackster Thanks for the reply. Yes that is what I did on the reolink but the problem is there is no indication on timeline that an even event happened. So 24/7 recording is essentially useless as no one is going to sit there and sift thru all that footage. I ended up returning them both and I'm just stick with Nest for now.
@Phil_Here
@Phil_Here 13 күн бұрын
Do you know of a checklist that is used to help people identify the most appropriate solution based on what they have listed as‘must have’ vs ‘nice to have’ features? Examples of these features/use case for a system: - what problem is your security system solving? - what is your specific reason for recording in higher and higher resolution - 24/7 vs motion - archive duration - prevent criminal activity, alert in progress criminal activity to ‘white hat’ to intervene real time or identify criminal post event. 1 upfront costs vs recurring costs - local vs cloud I’m sure that there are many more.
@GameHEADtime
@GameHEADtime 26 күн бұрын
Can you tell me what cable you ordered for the flood light camera please?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
Watch this -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpW2coh7g9eKn6s
@GameHEADtime
@GameHEADtime 22 күн бұрын
@ yes thanks
@kevintiemann6875
@kevintiemann6875 26 күн бұрын
Just installs my duo 3v yesterday and love the view. I used toggle bolts to hold it in my aluminum soffit and it’s going nowhere
@donniestoolthoughts9209
@donniestoolthoughts9209 26 күн бұрын
How’s the vertical view? Wondering how Soffit vs wall mounting affects the top of the image and the angle on the extreme left and right edges of the video?
@kevintiemann6875
@kevintiemann6875 26 күн бұрын
@ my driveway is 45ft long. It is mounted on soffit on top right of garage (full yard to right, 95% of garage and smaller yard to the left). It allows me to see neighbor to neighbor next door to me. Vertically I see about 3 ft of garage on bottom right of picture frame but I can see across the street towards neighbors. I have a camera inside garage so seeing downward was not necessary…especially since this camera has zero blind spots to sneak up on it within the 180 degrees. It replaced one of my bullet cameras in the exact spot. I do see soffit on the top of the picture frame across the whole thing (10% or less of total shot). Unlike the bullet camera there is no residual glare of light from IR lights hitting it.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
That's a good idea for the toggle bolts.
@martijn5207
@martijn5207 26 күн бұрын
Nice video! I saw you mounted the reolink 2v (or 3v) on the wall. Reolink says it does not support wall mount i thougth. Can it be used on the wall without any problems?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Yes. You will only have up or down adjustment but because of the wide horizontal FOV, you will still be able to see whatever area you want to monitor.
@latinreuben
@latinreuben 22 күн бұрын
For uninterrupted recording on Eufy e340 floodlight & s330 solar cams, what matters more... Internet speed or Wi-Fi 6e or 7 router? And what upload & download do u recommend?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 21 күн бұрын
It is not the WIFI speed but WIFI signal strength on where you put the camera. It can just be the old WIFI but as long as there is a reliable signal.
@vdespa
@vdespa 20 күн бұрын
You are, hands down, the best KZbinr when it comes to reviewing this type of technology. However, there's one aspect I miss from your videos: evaluating how well these companies maintain their firmware and software updates. Without a subscription model, after the initial sale-especially if they are constantly releasing new models-it seems they might have little incentive to provide ongoing security updates. What was your experience so far? For me, updates and security are key factors, possibly even more important than the continual release of new models. I don't really care if my camera has been released 3 years ago if it still works well and is updated. After all, nobody wants their personal property and family to be exposed on the internet.
@NzTim
@NzTim 26 күн бұрын
So are you just running Eufy homebase and Reolink NVR ? And the apps that come with both or are you running blue iris
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Yes. All my reviews and tests are done with their own apps.
@jking7664
@jking7664 7 күн бұрын
I enjoy watching your videos. I have been using Aosu C7L for about a year now. Good camera. I bought the d1 max solar camera but I was disappointed by the tracking. It did not work as expected. I had to return the camera. So far the brand has been good I have seen some negative reviews about the reolink cameras, (mostly wifi). I am planing to get the The p1 max.
@lengerer
@lengerer 18 күн бұрын
Do any uefys come with solar on a cable so you can locate it away from the camera?
@MainADN
@MainADN 26 күн бұрын
S340 not on the list...kinda surprised. Any specific reason?
@MikeGaming22
@MikeGaming22 26 күн бұрын
It's on there! At 7:10
@MainADN
@MainADN 26 күн бұрын
My bad!
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
It is there...
@MainADN
@MainADN 26 күн бұрын
@@LifeHackster Yep. Saw the video again 👍 Reviews are very informative! Keep it up.
@MrBucko1990
@MrBucko1990 26 күн бұрын
Can’t buy the Reolink WiFi doorbell anymore in Europe. Always out of stock. Is there a new version coming?🤔
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
I haven't heard anything. Hopefully, it will be available soon.
@MrBucko1990
@MrBucko1990 26 күн бұрын
@ CES 2025 🤞
@CodenameK52
@CodenameK52 26 күн бұрын
Hi, I’ve been watching a lot of your videos and I recently purchased some Wyze floodlight cam pros for my house. I did some reading and began getting nervous about how secure wyze cameras are. Is wyze safe in your opinion? And also is there any reason wyze didn’t make it on this list? And then finally, could you please comment on what company you believe shows to have the best security as to prevent any unauthorized access of my cameras? Great content and thanks for doing these reviews!
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Wyze is not on the list mostly for needing a monthly subscription to get the full features of the camera. Wyze have several instances of mostly wyze programmer errors that caused some issues like users seeing other users cameras. These are not hacking events though. If you want the best security camera setup that you are the only one that can access... is to get an NVR system like Reolinks and connect the cameras to it..and importantly, don't connect the NVR to your network. This is the safest and hackproof way..the only downside, you will not get any notifications, and you will not be able to use the app... you have to check your NVR for the recordings.
@CaydenThyGamer
@CaydenThyGamer 26 күн бұрын
Wyze requires a subscription more most features. I would recommend Eufy if you want something similar to Wyze without a subscription.
@stargate25645
@stargate25645 26 күн бұрын
Surprised you didn't mention Reolink E1 Zoom for indoor. Pending your forthcoming Eufy indoor camera review, I still haven't found a better option than the E1 Zoom. Has Eufy improved their compression?
@MintyElder
@MintyElder 26 күн бұрын
Cause its kinda poop video quality. I have one.
@stargate25645
@stargate25645 26 күн бұрын
Well, my video quality is just fine, as was his during the review. And no compression artifacts like Eufy at least used to have. This is why I asked.
@MintyElder
@MintyElder 26 күн бұрын
It is still poop. It has the quality of a 5+ year old Reolink camera model. Your better off just using an outdoor camera in its place.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
I don't think I have reviewed that model.
@MrBucko1990
@MrBucko1990 25 күн бұрын
@LifeHackster a content idea…A quick video on it specifically or include it in one like this or the annual house tour, around the type of SD card you use and types recommended for 24/7 CCTV cameras and other types if there are different card requirements.
@MrBucko1990
@MrBucko1990 25 күн бұрын
Sorry if you already have done this but haven’t seen it in the dozens of reviews I have watched or seen a specific video on the subject to date.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
We will see... I just used regular SD cards and they are fine. Sandisk for a couple of eufy cams that I have that record continuously, and I haven't noticed any issues yet.
@petepalmer6929
@petepalmer6929 26 күн бұрын
Hey Hackster, does the eufy E30 also come with their own junction box? Thanks
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Nope. It has the same mounting bracket like the E340 and which you can screw it in a wall and wire it in using a plug in cable.
@petepalmer6929
@petepalmer6929 26 күн бұрын
@ thanks
@mickm9307
@mickm9307 21 күн бұрын
Hi, have you ever considered reviewing Noorio cameras? Like B200?
@SooksVI
@SooksVI 25 күн бұрын
I find that the tracking on my Reolink E1 Outdoor Pro only pans and doesn't tilt. Is this normal behavior? I see that the CX version in this video tilts.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
Yes, on their website, they stated that iit tracks horizontally only...which is weird. This CX version does tilt in tracking.
@SooksVI
@SooksVI 21 күн бұрын
@@LifeHackster thanks, I see it now on their site. I'm amazed at how little sense this makes, especially since the E1 Outdoor Pro costs more. I feel like they could add that in firmware.
@MichaeldeMain-r9k
@MichaeldeMain-r9k 26 күн бұрын
I bought a Swann doorbell thinking I'd stick with that ecosystem and build onto it. What a mistake. I notice none of their stuff made your list. Even their top of the range max ranger. Go figure. Have been looking to swap to eufy so thanks for this review. Anyone want to buy a Swann doorbell?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
I did review the maxranger -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWmvfXSAo9uEarM and yes, it didn't make it on the list.
@obijuan-
@obijuan- 11 күн бұрын
Well time to fess up. Sir, I have watched you for years. But I didn't listen to you - until recently. I have been using Blink and Wyze cams for years. Have them everywhere. I actually have too many. And neither did what I wanted - as I got smarter and learned what I wanted. I am tired of paying a subscription service for MY video. So, I came back to you, and started listening. And I re-discovered how Eufy does what I want. BUT, it does better than what I wanted. I spent about $1,000 on Eufy cameras on Black Friday so, I can get away from subscriptions. And I have learned it was well worth the better quality and ease of use. So, far I have removed 12 stationary non-tilt Wyze and Blink cams and replaced with 5 Eufys that are far better quality. I could go on and on, but I would repeat what you have told us many times. And I don't do it as wells as you do it, so I shutup and listen better going forward. THANK YOU.
@PatrickCunningham-n7v
@PatrickCunningham-n7v 26 күн бұрын
I was literally sitting here earlier today wishing this video existed. I'm getting ready to move into a new home, investing in my first home monitoring system, and I'm just so wildly overwhelmed by all the options. Our only real priority is getting something that comes with a professional monitoring option and that has reliable motion detection alerts/notifications but it seems like there is no best option without stepping up into something like Simpliesafe or ADT. Ring? Hardware outdated. Eufy? App sucks. Arlo? Possibly both. Wyze? Not reliable. Mind you, this is just general consensus on the internet, but still. My head hurts. Thank you for this video.!
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
For an alarm system, I have been using Ring and have no issues. App is user friendly.
@CaydenThyGamer
@CaydenThyGamer 26 күн бұрын
I agree, Ring has been lacking when it comes to innovation. The Eufy Beta Program does seem like they are doing an app redesign that combines all Eufy apps into one with a refresh coming along with it. Not sure about the timeline on the release.
@PatrickCunningham-n7v
@PatrickCunningham-n7v 26 күн бұрын
@@CaydenThyGamer Eufy seems like it might be the best choice right now. Can add Noonlight for $10 a month and the hardware seems to be generally considered the best/most reliable. I'm keeping an eye on prices between now and the holidays, see if any new deals pop up.
@PatrickCunningham-n7v
@PatrickCunningham-n7v 26 күн бұрын
@@LifeHackster Really? I thought I'd seen a couple of thumbnails or something saying you were done with Ring. What brought you back?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Done with their cameras.. their Alarm is fine. Ring has smoke and CO detectors that others like eufy don’t have.
@ZER0o10
@ZER0o10 26 күн бұрын
I think i shpuld swtich from ring to eufy. I like that continuous recording option.
@frankm2752
@frankm2752 26 күн бұрын
I have the eufy c31 doorbell cam and it stalls and then unable to play events. Using the included 32 gb micro SD. Many similar complaints since 2023 when I Google this encryption issue. Over 2 weeks waiting for eufy customer support to give solution...they say they are working on it. Anyone out there experience this issue and have any recommendations?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
I haven't had issues on mine. What I noticed though and I experienced this on all their cameras is on the events tab, when I initially go on whatever day I want to check, it will first say no events recorded and I have to swipe down to refresh it sometimes several times to make it load.
@pevelyhomeowner327
@pevelyhomeowner327 26 күн бұрын
Thank you! I look forward to your videos.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@Onii-chans-neko
@Onii-chans-neko 26 күн бұрын
I think with Unifi's new "AI Port", most of these camera's can be used in unifi and have the ai features added to them.
@ZaBeast465
@ZaBeast465 21 күн бұрын
Hey lifehackster, can you stream the eufy cameras to your tv using the homebase 3 like you do with the reolink setiup using eithernet behind you (where you can view multiple cameras)
@crazyedd707
@crazyedd707 26 күн бұрын
I like the traxmix for outdoor pan and tilt. The video at night is not great but i love the dual lenses and zoom function of it
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
Watch this video to improve video quality at night -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/anuokqehjK5ng9U
@douggolde7582
@douggolde7582 26 күн бұрын
The Reolink FE-P is a versatile indoor camera.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
I still have to test this model out but installation is not going to be the versatile with this camera.
@ralphstan8279
@ralphstan8279 21 күн бұрын
I have an idea for a video that I would love to see you make. My concern with doorbell cam's are someone could just rip it off the wall. What cam's would make a video that stores the clip when power is yanked out on like a home base or hard drive. Also, what cam's would notify you immediately when this happens. Probably most important to notify but video would also be great. Please🙏
@JohnDiesel-d1o
@JohnDiesel-d1o 26 күн бұрын
Honestly eufy or reolink if u can wire. And afford it. Rest is finding what works for you. Cuz all the budget brands cut something
@martyb3783
@martyb3783 26 күн бұрын
Great video!
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@gbinman
@gbinman 26 күн бұрын
are you aware of a desktop app that works for EUFY like the one Reolink has?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Eufy has a web portal on their website -> support -> security web portal where you can access your cameras. Not the recordings though.
@gbinman
@gbinman 26 күн бұрын
@@LifeHackster thanks, I tried it. It's crap.
@CaydenThyGamer
@CaydenThyGamer 26 күн бұрын
@@LifeHackster Recordings can be accessed from the eufy web portal if you pay for cloud storage.
@at3o
@at3o 26 күн бұрын
The best Eufy and Reolink cams 😅
@tobiasxxx1742
@tobiasxxx1742 14 күн бұрын
what camera would you prefer instead of cx410 for "no-light" situation? I have the cx410 - great camera - but i have to choose smartmode (spots always on in the dark but i dont want that!) or Spots always OFF (and there is no good videoquality in darkness). You said, in that case you would prefer a regular IR-Cam, but which one? (Reolink!)
@katmai7777
@katmai7777 9 күн бұрын
Check RLC 510a (2k+) or 810a (4k). Both with 18 IR diods and 100 feet night view range. You can also stay with CX410, turn off spot lights in settings and buy separate flood light with motion sensor.
@tobiasxxx1742
@tobiasxxx1742 9 күн бұрын
@@katmai7777 thank you!
@Whatsupbuddiebud
@Whatsupbuddiebud 26 күн бұрын
I am overseas and need an indoor security camera that is wireless and no subscription. I also need the videos not to be stolen if they take or destroy the camera. I want to be able to get notifications and to be able to see and speak through the camera if possible. Also if the home internet is disrupted will it conbect automatically when internet is restored? Do these exists?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
If you want the videos not stored on the camera themselves, then you will need a monthly subscription for cloud recording. As far as I know, there are no brands offering free cloud recordings anymore.
@Whatsupbuddiebud
@Whatsupbuddiebud 26 күн бұрын
@LifeHackster thanks...hopefully the other options are available. I am old and not tech savvy. I was checking out FB is on Amazon. 5ghz Indoor Security Camera, Litokam 5MP Cameras for Home Security with 5G/2.4G Dual-Band, Pet Camera with Phone App, AI Motion/Cry Detection, 360 Auto Tracking, Night Vision, Support NVR/Alexa
@BrandonDoyleMN
@BrandonDoyleMN 23 күн бұрын
Great recommendations!
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@Tom-c6x
@Tom-c6x 25 күн бұрын
I noticed you didn't mention the Eufy S340 Video Doorbell in your list, is that because you don't recommend it or because it was release prior to 2025? I watched your review of the doorbell, and purchased it to replace the Ring Pro video I've been using for years so I could do away with the annual subscription fee. The features of the E340 Video Doorbell are great, if you can get them to work like they say they will. First, I'm not using the add-on chime or the Homebase unit like I think you do. I've connected it to my wired doorbell system so it powers the E340 and rings the mechanical doorbell chime inside the house. I followed all of the instructions and I'm get notifications on my phone, but not through all of my Alexa devices. I enabled the Eufy Security skill, enabled Alexa to connect to the doorbell, and selected my Echo devices I want to hear the announcement on. I can tell Alexa to show the 'Doorbell' on either of my Show devices, but when motion is detected by the doorbell, Alexa isn't sending the notifications to all of the Echo devices I selected. Video quality is excellent, and being able to zoom is a big plus. I might invest in the chime for the E340 so I can have additional storage, and keep the data inside my house. Until Eufy (Anker) and Amazon (Alexa) figure out why only some of my Echo devices play the notice, and get them all to work, I'll give the Eufy E340 Video Doorbell a 9 out of 10.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
I think you are referring to the E340 doorbell. It didn't make the list because it cannot record (as far as I know) continuously when wired in..unlike the C31.
@Tom-c6x
@Tom-c6x 22 күн бұрын
@@LifeHackster Sorry, yes, I was referring to the E340. I, like you, currently have all Reolink CAT5 connected security cameras connected to my home network that record 24x7 to the QVR Pro security system that runs on my QNAP NAS. It would have been nice if the E340 could record 24x7, and to my QVR Pro system, but I have a RLC-422W camera that covers the same area. I have four Reolink original E1 Outdoor PTZ cameras around the outside of the house.
@1987whitez
@1987whitez 18 күн бұрын
Advice to anyone the hell with hard wire unless you have a business. I have been looking to update my old camera to some newer and better. thanks for your information I will find something I am sure I don't want to have to pay any company monthly fee for sure, not happening .
@Kaienhere
@Kaienhere 23 күн бұрын
I feel that most American companies stopped innovating because they all have subscription models and see no motivation to improve or create new stuff. Greed kills innovation
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
I agree.
@Ydkoll
@Ydkoll 8 күн бұрын
True, however I will say this, people will get fed up with stupid subscriptions just so these companies can profit and soon enough they'll go back to the drawing board after their sales plunge. It's bad enough to have a thief lurking around your house waiting to break in your home but its even worse when companies wanna take advantage you in any way!
@bladem.d6029
@bladem.d6029 4 күн бұрын
This is faulty logic. Greed motivates innovation, lack of competition kills it. Those 4 makers all have a large portion of market share and aren’t being challenged by the competition…. Yet. Reviews like this force the competition to step up when the consumers get educated about the latest tech on the market and change their buying habits. Keep up the great work, @lifehackster!
@Jjsaba2008
@Jjsaba2008 26 күн бұрын
I would love to switch from my ring system. It’s so old and out Dated. But the problem is, there’s not too many cameras that reach a large portion of the property. I need a Wi-Fi one and I would like to switch to eufy but the majority of them only work off the bay station and the bay station doesn’t reach that far so if anybody knows of any good systems to switch to at least 3 to 4 cameras
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 21 күн бұрын
Actually, the majority of eufy's cameras are not homebase dependent. Just their Eufycam series. All their wired and plug in ones can be set up to directly connect to your WIFI and also their SoloCam series cameras.
@Jjsaba2008
@Jjsaba2008 21 күн бұрын
Just curious if the new 4K ones that work with Apple HomeKit are able to be used on Wi-Fi or just on the bay station
@jeancpt
@jeancpt 25 күн бұрын
This is something I can not understand in American markets. Take drones for example. The Skydio Drone out-classed all other drones including DJI. Sudenly they decided to no longer support the consumer market? Why? Ther Skydeo x2 has now lagged behind all other drones so much that it's not even worth it to buy a second hand one.
@savemefromtears
@savemefromtears 26 күн бұрын
No Ubiquiti POE cameras/system?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
No. Not really. For the price alone, it will not be in this list. Nothing beats Reolink to price to features at this time.
@katmai7777
@katmai7777 9 күн бұрын
​​​@@LifeHacksterAnd what about Hikvision and Dahua? Is Reolink better? I can't find anywhere comparison between these cameras, nvrs, mobile apps and possibilities.
@andreking9267
@andreking9267 18 күн бұрын
Please slow down when you are speaking on your next video. Thank you
@harrytran3061
@harrytran3061 23 күн бұрын
Reolink Augus 4 Pro has their own problem. If you are not setting up next to/very close to your router, it will not work. Their Wifi set up is the worst. Tried 2 products and has same problem.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
Sorry to hear that.
@ronm6585
@ronm6585 26 күн бұрын
Thank you.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@Elecamera21-kh
@Elecamera21-kh 13 күн бұрын
Good job friend
@robnl5301
@robnl5301 26 күн бұрын
How about the Aosu cameras do you like or dislike them
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
They are ok.
@robnl5301
@robnl5301 26 күн бұрын
Thnx love you video’s you got me in to the eufy cameras. But always looking for other options
@phuctran2396
@phuctran2396 26 күн бұрын
Hi Hackster. Do you know Eufy solocam S3 at Costco. Is it the same s340? Thanks
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
It seems like they are the same but there might be minute differences, I'm not sure.
@phuctran2396
@phuctran2396 26 күн бұрын
@@LifeHackster Costco they’re now solocame s3 $109
@TazBo-wd2ig
@TazBo-wd2ig 24 күн бұрын
I have 3 S3 Pro cameras they are simply awful in the UK. They drain every 10 days, even with the external panel and with battery optimised on. I’m constantly up ladders and taking them down to be charged. Eufy support was a joke. We have grey skies no sun.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
They really do need sunlight to charge.
@TazBo-wd2ig
@TazBo-wd2ig 22 күн бұрын
@ a lot of sun, useless in winter.
@LTULOfficial
@LTULOfficial 10 күн бұрын
But why not ubiquity?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 10 күн бұрын
The last time I tested them was a while back but for price to features.. you can get more with other brands.
@DrunkGrilling
@DrunkGrilling 7 күн бұрын
Reolink cx410 is much better then the cx810. I did a direct swap I went form a clean night image with the cx410 to all black in a lot of areas with the cx810
@kazcnepj
@kazcnepj 24 күн бұрын
Which system is the most difficult to hack?
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
Actually, all of them will be difficult to hack. There are more instances that the users themselves will unknowingly give out their access or the brand's programmers make a mistake in their coding.
@setildes
@setildes 26 күн бұрын
Thanks
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching the video!
@setildes
@setildes 26 күн бұрын
@@LifeHackster You are welcome, I find your material very useful and recommend it to my friends who are considering new or improved camera systems.
@Herrhell666
@Herrhell666 16 күн бұрын
I'm still mad at the horrible quality of the recording at night thanks to the ghosting effect on the cx810. No IR lights it's a horrible decision. Ghost effect at night makes useless any security camera
@katmai7777
@katmai7777 9 күн бұрын
Do you have any street or garden lights around? Completely dark at night?
@Herrhell666
@Herrhell666 9 күн бұрын
@katmai7777 I have plenty light at night, the street and street lights are visible but still, searching for footage of the cx810 on KZbin I saw a lot of ghost effect even with nice or acceptable light at night. I really want to buy the cx810 (4k at daylight is awesome!!! 10 of 10 👍 ) but that ghost effect at night even with nice streetlights outside is a horrible downside and the idea of no IR to help with the recording at night was a bad idea (just my personal opinion). I don't want to buy it to return it a few days later thanks to ghost effect :/ I'm trying to search for a solution to that ghost effect so I can convince myself to buy it.
@katmai7777
@katmai7777 9 күн бұрын
@@Herrhell666 Thanks for info. I am now looking for a good night camera. I am between CX810 (4k), CX410 (2k) and Tapo C325WB (2k). Hard choice. My house is completely dark around. I plan to install additional LED lights with motion detection and on/off timer. I am thinking also about IR cameras from Reolink, for example RLC 510A or 810A, there is a 100 feet night view range with 18 IR diodes.
@seelmett
@seelmett 22 күн бұрын
Are all these Cameras manufactured in China only??
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 21 күн бұрын
Yes. Even Ring, Nest and Arlo are overseas made. If you want US made and you have the money to buy, check out Axis and Bosch cameras.
@amcm15
@amcm15 26 күн бұрын
As always great reviews! Thank you!! ❤
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@abc123fhdi
@abc123fhdi 26 күн бұрын
Have the original reolink doorbell you mention in this video. Best doorbell so far.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
I agree. Thanks for watching!
@reggie2803
@reggie2803 26 күн бұрын
Man, who doesn’t know you? If they don’t, they must be living under a rock 😂.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
The topic of the video will eventually ride KZbin's algorithm and will get new views from people not familiar with Smart Home or Security Cameras channels.
@CaydenThyGamer
@CaydenThyGamer 26 күн бұрын
@@LifeHacksterA lot of Wyze, Reddit, and Facebook Forums always say they are going to wait for your review before purchasing a camera.
@ValFolarin
@ValFolarin Күн бұрын
video starts at 5:18
@AlL-fw2cy
@AlL-fw2cy 25 күн бұрын
Starting next year for your reviews, you should start seeing how many megabytes every minute of footage takes up. Because some cameras are HR265 or h.264 and even though the resolution may be higher the compression technique with a Kodak used could result in a smaller file size. So it might influence people to buy higher resolution cameras because they will look better as well as take up less space.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
I will keep that in mind for future reviews. Thanks for the suggestion!
@raylegend808
@raylegend808 26 күн бұрын
Eufy is champ 💪
@kp-dr7tt
@kp-dr7tt 26 күн бұрын
Wyze cam v4 for $35 is best
@tobiasxxx1742
@tobiasxxx1742 26 күн бұрын
Reolink is the pricechampion and as good as Eufy
@JohnDiesel-d1o
@JohnDiesel-d1o 26 күн бұрын
And their prices reflect that lol
@tobiasxxx1742
@tobiasxxx1742 26 күн бұрын
@@JohnDiesel-d1o a little bit better quality for much more money...
@muskistutter
@muskistutter 26 күн бұрын
It’s the reason why I switched!
@diegojuarez23
@diegojuarez23 23 күн бұрын
You sitting in insulation with shorts on scare me 😂
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
True.. itchy for a couple days.
@ASEAngelica
@ASEAngelica 26 күн бұрын
I compare now Tp Link Tapo C325 4Mp lentila 4.58mm 70 euro vs Hikvision DS-2CD2T87G2-LSU/SL de 8 Mp si lentila 2.8mm 300 euro For anyone who want to share Tapo 325 or Hikvision please share you user and I will share my cameras to compare.
@kameronselvey4723
@kameronselvey4723 16 күн бұрын
Wyze cameras look better and cheaper than all of these cameras
@TeXasDadBod
@TeXasDadBod 26 күн бұрын
The amount of holes on your house 😅
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
There's lots of them... lol
@jamesking3330
@jamesking3330 20 күн бұрын
You forgot Eufy S330 Best 4G camera of all time
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 20 күн бұрын
Almost...if they only add animal detection on it.
@Mpostor
@Mpostor 26 күн бұрын
New Ring in 2025 will be easy. More 1080p lol
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 26 күн бұрын
I'm pretty sure... they are way behind.
@donteandre11
@donteandre11 2 күн бұрын
Eufy is the worse there motion detection is really really bad Yessss we save the money on the monthly subscription buttt I rather pay every month then have someone steal my package and can’t get the video because y’all camera didn’t detect
@zuhairhlayel
@zuhairhlayel 26 күн бұрын
💐🌷🌹❤️👍💐
@WayneLiu945
@WayneLiu945 26 күн бұрын
First!
@nanfad
@nanfad 26 күн бұрын
Wyze still has the best app.
@LifeHackster
@LifeHackster 22 күн бұрын
A lot of people will disagree but I'm ok with their app...just the frequent updates...
@koti3109
@koti3109 26 күн бұрын
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