Best DIY Home Security Camera Systems

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Security cameras can help ease the unknown when you are not around or just not aware. For those of you who like to Do It Yourself, here are some easy to install security cameras. Most are using Wi-Fi and batteries for power.


Arlo

Arlo is a top choice for home security cameras. They are one of the easiest cameras to install and come packed with features. The downside to these is cost.

Arlo Ultra 2

Resolution
4K

Field of View
180°

Power Source
Rechargeable Battery

Additional Features
2-way Audio
Built-in Siren
Weather Resistant
Color Night Vision

Arlo Pro 4

Resolution
2K

Field of View
160°

Power Source
Rechargeable Battery

Additional Features
2-way Audio
Built-in Siren
Weather Resistant
Color Night Vision

Arlo Essential

Resolution
1080p

Field of View
120°

Power Source
Rechargeable Battery

Additional Features
2-way Audio
Built-in Siren
Weather Resistant
Color Night Vision


Nest Cam

Nest Cams are part of the Google family of products. Feature-rich, but about ready to get a refresh in models.

Nest Cam IQ Outdoor

Out of Stock

Resolution
Camera (4K)
Video (1080p, HDR)

Field of View
130°

Power Source
AC Power Adapter

Additional Features
Speaker
Microphone
LED Light Ring
12x Digital Zoom
IP66 Rating
Night Vision

Nest Cam Outdoor

Resolution
Camera (1080p)
Video (1080p)

Field of View
130°

Power Source
AC Power Adapter

Additional Features
Speaker
Microphone
RGB LED
IP65 Rating
Night Vision

Nest Cam IQ Indoor

Out of Stock

Resolution
Camera (4K)
Video (1080p, HDR)

Field of View
130°

Power Source
AC Power Adapter

Additional Features
Speaker
Microphone
LED Light Ring
12x Digital Zoom
Night Vision

Nest Cam Indoor

Resolution
Camera (1080p)
Video (1080p)

Field of View
130°

Power Source
AC Power Adapter

Additional Features
Speaker
Microphone
RGB LED
Night Vision


Ring

Ring is owned by Amazon and has been top ranked for home security cameras for a while.

Indoor Cam

Resolution
1080p

Field of View
115°

Power Source
AC Power Adapter

Connectivity
Wi-Fi

Additional Features
Two way Audio
Night Vision

Stick Up Cam Plug-In

Resolution
1080p

Field of View
110°

Power Source
AC Power Adapter

Connectivity
Wi-Fi

Additional Features
Two way Audio
Night Vision

Spotlight Cam Battery

Resolution
1080p

Field of View
140°

Power Source
Rechargeable Battery

Connectivity
Wi-Fi

Additional Features
Siren
Two way Audio
Night Vision

Floodlight Cam Wired Pro

Resolution
1080p, HDR

Field of View
140°

Power Source
Hardwired (100-240V)

Connectivity
Wi-Fi

Additional Features
Siren
Two way Audio
Night Vision
Two 3000° K 2000 Lumen Floodlights


Reolink makes many lines of cameras, the Argus line competes with the other brands in this list.

Argus 3

Resolution
1080p

Field of View
120° diagonal

Power Source
Rechargeable Battery
Optional Solar Panel

Connectivity
Wi-Fi

Additional Features
Two way Audio
IP65 Certified
Color Night Vision

Argus 3 Pro

Resolution
2K

Field of View
120° diagonal

Power Source
Rechargeable Battery
Optional Solar Panel

Connectivity
Wi-Fi

Additional Features
Two way Audio
IP65 Certified
Color Night Vision
Siren

Argus 2

Resolution
1080p

Field of View
130° diagonal

Power Source
Rechargeable Battery
Optional Solar Panel

Connectivity
Wi-Fi

Additional Features
Two way Audio
IP65 Certified
Night Vision

Argus Pro

Resolution
1080p

Field of View
130° diagonal

Power Source
Rechargeable Battery
Optional Solar Panel

Connectivity
Wi-Fi

Additional Features
Two way Audio
IP65 Certified
Night Vision


Wyze

Wyze offers a competitive specs with a very inexpensive price. Can’t go wrong with these prices.

Wyze Cam v2

Resolution
1080p

Field of View
110°

Power Source
AC Adapter / USB

Connectivity
Wi-Fi

Additional Features
Built-in Speaker and Microphone
Night Vision

Wyze Cam v3

Resolution
1080p

Field of View
130°

Power Source
AC Adapter / USB

Connectivity
Wi-Fi

Additional Features
Built-in Speaker and Microphone
IP65 Certified
Color Night Vision
Siren

Wyze Cam Outdoor

Resolution
1080p

Field of View
110°

Power Source
Rechargeable Battery

Connectivity
Wi-Fi / Fast Ethernet

Additional Features
Built-in Speaker and Microphone
IP65 Certified
Night Vision
Base Station

Wyze Cam Pan

Resolution
1080p

Field of View
120°

Power Source
AC Adapter / USB

Connectivity
Wi-Fi

Additional Features
Built-in Speaker and Microphone
Night Vision


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