The Best Home Security Cameras of 2024 (2024)

Our team of experts spent the first months of 2024 testing and ranking security cameras from the current top brands, and SimpliSafe secured the top spot. We found SimpliSafe’s indoor and outdoor cameras to be extremely well-rounded compared to options from other brands. It also offers affordable live camera monitoring – a feature unique only to SimpliSafe and one other brand we tested.

Of course, SimpliSafe might not fit your particular needs. So while you’ll find a complete rundown of SimpliSafe’s most important features below, you’ll also find information about some of the other home security cameras that made an impression on us. With that, let’s jump right in!

The Best Home Security Cameras of 2024

• SimpliSafe - The Best Home Security Camera Overall
• Lorex - The Best Security Cameras Without a Subscription
• Ring - The Best DIY Home Security Cameras

The Best Home Security Cameras We Tested

• 1. SimpliSafe - The Best Home Security Camera Overall

  

  SecureScore™

  9.3

  

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  Customer Service

  9.4

  Value

  9.2

  Equipment

  9.1

  Features & Technology

  9.0

  Ease Of Use

  9.7

  SecureScore™

  9.3

  How We Review

  Overview:

  SimpliSafe currently offers three security cameras, the Wired Indoor Camera (previously known as the SimpliCam), the new Wireless Indoor camera, and the Wireless Outdoor Camera. All three impressed us. What we love most about SimpliSafe cameras, though, is that they are part of a complete DIY security system.

  Pros & Cons:

  Pros:

  • Easy installation and everyday use
  • Optional professional monitoring for Smart Alarm and Outdoor Camera Pro
  • Smart motion detection
  • 60-day money-back guarantee
  • Three-year equipment warranty
  • Cloud video storage available

  Cons:

  • No built-in video storage
  • Doesn’t record without a cloud subscription
  • Limited camera options

  Our Experience:

  Our Experience with SimpliSafe Security Cameras

  Camera Options

  SimpliSafe doesn’t offer dozens of options like our 2nd (Lorex) and 3rd (Ring) picks do. But with a choice of both wired and wireless cameras indoor and outdoor cameras, we had enough choices to outfit our home. Inside, you can go with either a wired camera or the new wireless model. Out-of-doors, the SimpliSafe wireless outdoor camera runs on a rechargeable battery, so you never have to worry about tracking down an outside outlet or running an extension cord from inside. There’s no question though that what really sets SimpliSafe cameras apart is the fact that they’re connected to the complete SimpliSafe system. That includes SimpliSafe’s new Smart Alarm monitoring plan. Because no matter how good a camera might be, a camera that’s being monitored 24/7 by professionals is always going to be better.

  

  A SimpliSafe indoor SimpliCam

  And don’t let the simplicity of SimpliSafe’s approach fool you. SimpliSafe cameras do an impressive job of protecting against burglars. The Smart Alarm and the outdoor camera work with the Live Guard Protection feature from SimpliSafe’s Fast Protect plan ($29.99 per month) to provide total security. Here’s how that feature worked in our testing:

  1. The camera detected movement
  2. It used A.I. to verify it was human movement
  3. The camera alerted SimpliSafe and opened a live video and two-way audio link
  4. A security professional assessed the situation (and would use two-way talk to attempt to scare away a burglar if there were a break-in in progress)
  5. The agent can also report the incident to law enforcement, providing all relevant information

  The only other brand we tested that offered live monitoring was Ring. The SimpliSafe Fast Protect plan costs around $10 per month more than Ring’s monitoring plan, but SimpliSafe’s professional monitors can actually see what’s happening in your home and respond to it. We’d say that’s well worth $10 more each month. LiveGuard uses video verification to ensure emergency personnel are on site fast, and monitoring personnel are specially trained to try and drive burglars away themselves in the meantime.

  You do need one of the new Wireless Indoor Cams to take advantage of all LiveGuard features. The SimpliCam allows for professional live video monitoring, including video verification, but it doesn’t include an audio link.

  >> Read More: SimpliCam Hands-On Test and Review

  Equipment and Subscription Costs

  SimpliSafe’s cameras strike a near perfect balance between functionality and affordability. They don’t offer a lot of bells and whistles, but they cost a lot less than the feature-rich but pricey Arlo cameras we tested.

  Take a look at how each SimpliSafe camera measures up against each other.

  Features and Price	SimpliCam	Smart Alarm	Outdoor Camera Pro
  Type	Indoor camera	Indoor camera	Indoor camera
  Resolution	1080p	1536p	1080p
  Night vision	IR	IR	IR and spotlight
  Field of view	120-degrees	125-degrees	120-degrees
  Two-way audio	Yes	Yes	Yes
  Smart alerts	Yes	Yes	Yes
  Power source	Plugged in	Battery or plugged in	Battery
  Price	$99.99	$139.99	$189.99

  

  SimpliSafe Outdoor Camera on Garage

  One of SimpliSafe’s downsides is that it doesn’t record without a cloud subscription. We had to sign up for a cloud plan for five cameras ($9.99 per month) but later realized we could do much better with the Fast Protect plan. Sure, it cost us three times as much, but it unlocked Live Guard Protection and video verification. Here’s a quick comparison of SimpliSafe’s security camera subscriptions:

  SimpliSafe Subscriptions	Cloud Recording Plan	Fast Protect Plan
  Monthly cost	$4.99 (1 camera) to $9.99 (5 cameras)	$29.99
  Max no. of cameras	1 to 5	10
  Cloud storage	30 days	30 days
  Live Guard Protection	No	Yes
  Video verification	No	Yes
  Professional security system monitoring	No	Yes

  Home Security Compatibility

  We were intrigued by the fact that SimpliSafe cameras come from a well-established security system brand, unlike options like Lorex and Swann that solely offer security cameras. But that aspect proved to be a double-edged sword.

  There are serious advantages to using a camera as part of a home security system, and SimpliSafe isn’t just any system. It’s one of our top-rated security systems. That means we didn’t just have video feeds. We had a network of sensors and detectors that created a net of security around our home. Components worked in sync to keep us more protected than cameras alone.

  

  SimpliSafe’s Outdoor Camera video on the app

  On the other hand, you can certainly save money with systems that let you buy cameras and don’t require you buy sensors and hubs. We should point out that you can use the SimpliCam as a standalone system with SimpliSafe’s Smart Alarm service. If you’re interested in an outdoor camera, though, you’re sort of locked into Live Guard Protection and that means you have to buy an entire system.

  Still, it was well worth it. SimpliSafe’s security system is a great pick for home security. When you supplement it with SimpliSafe cameras – our top picks overall – you get a pretty impressive security outfit for your home.

  FYI: The Fast Protect plan is a monitoring subscription for the SimpliSafe security system. As such, it requires a working SimpliSafe system.

  Product Specs:

  Connectivity	Wi-Fi
  Power	Wired and Wireless
  Field of View	Up to 125°
  Resolution	Up to 1536p
  Storage	Cloud
  Smart Platform Compatibility	SimpliSafe security system, Alexa, Google Assistant

• 2. Lorex - The Best Security Cameras Without a Subscription

  

  SecureScore™

  9.2

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  Customer Service

  8.8

  Value

  8.9

  Equipment

  9.6

  Features & Technology

  9.7

  Ease Of Use

  8.9

  SecureScore™

  9.2

  How We Review

  Overview:

  Lorex got its start by providing security cameras for businesses, so its cameras are more sophisticated than SimpliSafe. We’re talking about cameras with up to 4K resolution and night vision that can reach hundreds of feet. Lorex’s other selling point is that the company charges no monthly fees. Once you’ve purchased equipment, you’re done. Of course, there’s a downside to that. You can’t get professional monitoring of any kind from Lorex. You do get a choice of local storage options, though, so you can record footage for free.

  Pros & Cons:

  Pros:

  • Up to 4K resolution
  • Long-range color and Infrared night vision
  • Lots of equipment options
  • Free local recording with up to 2 TB internal storage space
  • Smooth app experience
  • Strong reputation in security camera manufacturing

  Cons:

  • Overwhelming amount of options
  • No professional monitoring for cameras
  • Occasional false alarms
  • Wired cameras can be tedious to install

  Our Experience:

  Our Experience with Lorex Security Cameras

  Camera Options

  Picking your security cameras from Lorex isn’t going to be easy. This brand offers several dozen cameras and over two dozen more DVRs and NVRs. We loved the variety of options, but choosing just one camera can feel like drinking from a firehose.

  

  Lorex cameras

  We chose from Lorex’s Fusion Collection, and we weren’t disappointed. The available NVR system from that line works with both wired and wireless cameras, which gave us more versatility in how we set up our system. We chose one wireless outdoor camera and one wireless indoor camera, but the Fusion line has lots of additional options. You can read more about our experience in our Lorex review, but here’s a quick specs highlight:

  Specs	Lorex Smart Wi-Fi Camera	Lorex Outdoor Wi-Fi Camera
  Resolution	1080p HD	1080p HD
  Field of view	115-degrees	129-degrees
  Two-way audio	Yes	Yes
  Connectivity	Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi
  Power source	Outlet (10-foot cable included)	Outlet (20-foot cable included)
  Recording options	Local and cloud	Local and cloud

  Later on, we also purchased two Lorex 4K outdoor cameras. Those made our list of the best 4K cameras because they came with a unique feature called Smart Deterrence, which highlights Lorex’s ability to deter burglars. Here’s how it worked:

  1. Motion detection and person detection combined to detect human movement
  2. Once the camera verified there was someone approaching, it turned on its built-in spotlights to warn the intruder
  3. The camera sent an alert to our phone
  4. When we opened the Lorex app, we had the option to trigger the built-in siren. We could also customize the siren’s volume, intensity, and tone depending on the situation.

  You’ll still need to trigger the siren manually. That’s why we think Lorex’s Smart Deterrence isn’t as great as SimpliSafe’s Live Guard Protection. It’s just not as proactive at deterring crime as SimpliSafe. But if you’re looking for security cameras that can deter criminals, Lorex is definitely a better pick than most other camera options.

  

  Motion Events on the Lorex app

  Equipment and Subscription Cost

  Lorex has a lot of crowd-pleasing aspects, one of which is the affordable price of its cameras. It typically ranges between $80 to $150. We’ve even seen options under $50, like the $39.99 Smart Wi-Fi Indoor Camera we brought home. That’s right down there with the affordable Blink Mini we tested ($35) and most of Wyze’s low-cost cameras ($20-$30).

  We recommend buying a Lorex package instead of going a la carte. Package deals are cheaper. They include an NVR and at least two cameras, usually starting at around $300. Here are a couple of examples:

  Lorex Fusion Collection Packages	Lorex Wireless Fusion	Lorex Fusion 4K	Lorex Fusion Indoor/Outdoor
  Price	$399.99	$589.99	$705.99
  NVR	16-channel w/ 2 TB storage	16-channel w/ 2 TB storage	16-channel w/ 2 TB storage
  Indoor cameras	4 (all 4K)	0	2 (both 2K)
  Outdoor cameras	0	2 (both 4K w/ PTZ)	4 (all 4K)

  Lorex is a money-saver for another respect as well: you don’t have to pay for a subscription service. The company does offer cloud storage for as little as $3 a month. You don’t need it, though, because you can get local storage options for absolutely nothing. Depending on the cameras you choose, you get either on-board micro-SD card storage or DVR/ NVR storage. That way you can review footage on your schedule and you have hard evidence to turn over to police should you need it. One thing you won’t get from Lorex is 24/7 professional monitoring. The company doesn’t offer this in any form. If you’re looking for low-maintenance security cameras you can monitor yourself, though, Lorex is the most affordable option out there.

  Pro Tip: We recommend combining local storage with cloud backup. Some Lorex NVRs allow you to backup videos to a personal cloud drive. Others are compatible with Lorex’s optional cloud subscriptions. Take that into consideration when picking your Lorex NVR.

  Home Security Compatibility

  Unlike SimpliSafe and Ring that both offer security systems, Lorex is solely focused on cameras. But that doesn’t mean you can’t integrate it with other security equipment you own. Some Lorex NVRs – particularly those under the Fusion Collection – are compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant. That means you’ll be able to control them with your voice.

  Fortunately, our NVR was compatible with Alexa, so we got to test it with our Echo Show 8. Here’s a list of commands we tested:

  • “Talk to the front porch”: Initiated a two-way audio link between our Echo Show 8 and the wireless outdoor camera.
  • “Turn off front porch light”: Turned off the spotlight after Smart Deterrence was triggered.
  • “Show me the backyard”: Streamed live footage from the 4K camera in our backyard on our Echo Show 8’s screen. (The video quality was fuzzy due to our Echo Show 8’s screen resolution – 1280*800 pixels.)

  We’d like to note that while those voice commands worked the majority of the time, they didn’t always fire up instantaneously. There was about a five- to 10-second delay between us giving the command and Alexa responding. So while we’re thrilled that Lorex works with smart home platforms, we’re not big fans of how well those integrations work.

  Product Specs:

  Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or PoE
  Power	Wired, battery, or PoE
  Field of View	Up to 180°
  Resolution	Up to 4K
  Storage	Free local, optional cloud
  Smart Platform Compatibility	Alexa and Google Home

• 3. Ring - The Best DIY Home Security Cameras

  

  SecureScore™

  9.2

  View on Amazon

  Customer Service

  8.0

  Value

  9.3

  Equipment

  9.9

  Features & Technology

  9.3

  Ease Of Use

  9.5

  SecureScore™

  9.2

  How We Review

  Overview:

  You might know Ring for its impressive line of video doorbells, but what are video doorbells? Security cameras you put on your front door. Ring has taken its video doorbell expertise to create versatile, easy-to-use cameras in the form of the Ring Indoor Cam, Stick Up Cam, Spotlight Cam, and Floodlight Cam. We personally tested all of these cameras.

  Pros & Cons:

  Pros:

  • Easy DIY installation with minimal wiring
  • At least 1080p HD video resolution on all models
  • Designed for indoor and outdoor use
  • Choose how you want to power your cameras (battery, wired, plugged in, solar)
  • Enhanced audio for clearer two-way talk
  • Built-in motion-activated lights on some models

  Cons:

  • No 2K or 4K camera options
  • Some models cost at least $200 per camera
  • History of privacy issues and hacking (now resolved)
  • Design aesthetics could be improved

  Our Experience:

  Our Experience with Ring Security Cameras

  Camera Options

  

  Ring’s Spotlight Cam, Stick Up Cam, and Indoor Cam

  In contrast to Lorex cameras, the Ring security cameras we tested were a cinch to set up and even easier to use. All of them connected via Wi-Fi and except the Indoor Cam, all came with different power options.

  Ring Power Options	Ring Stick Up Cam	Ring Spotlight Cam	Ring Floodlight Cam
  Plugged-in	Yes	Yes	Yes
  Battery	Yes	Yes	No
  Solar	Yes	Yes	No
  Hardwired	No	No	Yes

  Pro Tip: You can make battery-powered Stick Up Cams and Spotlight Cams solar-powered by buying a compatible solar panel from Ring. That’s one reason that Ring made our roundup of the best wireless cameras.

  

  Ring doesn’t offer 2K and 4K cameras like Lorex does, but it doesn’t really need to. The 1080p HD resolution coupled with HDR processing to remove glare was enough, in our opinion. We didn’t have much problem capturing small details like license plate numbers with our Ring Spotlight Cam.

  The real highlight, though, is the audio. Each of those four Ring cameras has a built-in siren you can trigger manually via the app. The ones on the Stick Up Cam and Indoor Cam weren’t very loud, but the siren on our Spotlight Cam was loud enough to be heard from down the street.

  

  Ring Spotlight Cam Video Quality

  Did You Know? Ring’s cameras come with enhanced noise cancellation, which worked really well during our tests. Even as a garbage truck passed our house, we were able to chat with the mailman outside our door with ease.

  Compared to SimpliSafe’s Live Guard Protection feature, though, Ring isn’t as proactive in deterring crime. The Spotlight Cam and Floodlight Cam have motion-activated lights, but none of Ring’s cameras trigger the available siren. The only way to do that is to pull up the Ring app on your mobile device and activate it manually. That’s maybe not the best setup in a crisis.

  Equipment and Subscription Cost

  When it comes to cost, Ring’s cameras are squarely in the middle of the industry, not cheap but not overly pricey either. Take a look at our full guide to Ring’s pricing, and see the roundup below:

  Ring Security Cameras	Pricing
  Ring Indoor Cam	$59.99
  Ring Stick Up Cam	$99.99 to $209.99
  Ring Spotlight Cam	$169.99 to $249.99
  Ring Floodlight Cam	$199.99 to $269.99

  

  Ring Floodlight

  Note that there’s a range of prices due to the different versions for each model (battery, solar, wired, etc.). Some beat comparable products from other companies, some are priced a bit higher. Overall, though, Ring’s camera pricing is right in the middle of the pack.

  Even Ring’s long-term usage cost is low, thanks to its affordable cloud plans. Much like SimpliSafe, Ring cameras can only use cloud storage. Ring doesn’t offer free cloud storage, but you can get a lot with just $10 per month. For context, let’s compare Ring’s cloud plan with that of SimpliSafe.

  Features and Price	Ring Protect Plus Plan	SimpliSafe Camera Recording Plan
  Price per month	$10	$9.99
  Max no. of cameras	Unlimited	5
  Video history	180 days	30 days

  Home Security Compatibility

  You should know, though, that Ring’s basic professional monitoring plan doesn’t include video verification the way SimpliSafe’s Live Guard Protection does. Monitors don’t have eyes on your property under this plan. That means the system is prone to more false alerts. At the same time, it can take longer to get emergency personnel to your home since Ring calls you to verify there’s a true emergency.

  If you want video monitoring with Ring, you have to sign up for an additional subscription to Virtual Security Guard. Be prepared for sticker shock, though. That service costs $99 a month, some three times what SimpliSafe charges.

  And you can’t just buy a camera and sign up. Here’s what you need to activate the plan:

  • A Ring Alarm or Ring Alarm Pro security system
  • At least one compatible Ring security camera (most are compatible)
  • A Ring Protect Pro professional monitoring subscription ($20 per month)
  • A Virtual Security Guard subscription ($99 per month)

  That’s a lot of moving parts and a lot of money. Suffice to say that if you’re in the market for live professional camera monitoring, SimpliSafe is definitely the better option. If you don’t mind monitoring your own cameras, though, or you’re interested in professional monitoring that doesn’t rely on video feeds, Ring makes for an excellent option.

  Product Specs:

  Connectivity	Wi-fi, ethernet
  Power	Wired, battery, PoE
  Field of View	Up to 140°
  Resolution	Up to 1080p
  Storage	Cloud
  Smart Platform Compatibility	Alexa and Google Home

How We Tested Home Security Cameras

Our home security camera recommendations come from thousands of hours of research and rigorous hands-on testing. These are products we have used ourselves, following our editorial guidelines to maintain objectivity, integrity, and accuracy.

For this specific guide, here’s what our security camera testing looked like:

• Our industry experts thoroughly researched the market to find out the top security camera brands of today.
• After narrowing down the pool, we selected security cameras to test from each company. We made sure to hand-pick options that would represent the brands well.
• We purchased, installed, and set up the selected security cameras. This phase gave us insight on the setup process and overall usability of each option.
• We lived with each security camera system for at least 2-3 weeks, taking on the mindset of a homeowner looking to protect their home and family (because we have homes and families, too!).

  

  Installing the Ring Floodlight Cam

This whole process took us nearly six months, and after that, we compared notes and ranked our top picks. And as you can see, SimpliSafe, Lorex, and Ring topped the rankings.

How We Picked The Best Security Cameras for Home Use

Delving deeper into our testing process, we didn’t just blindly compare security cameras. We picked three main factors we firmly believe are most important to home security camera shoppers.

Wired vs. Wireless Security Cameras

The first factor is the ease of installation, influenced greatly by whether a camera is wired or wireless.

Wired security cameras need to be plugged into a wall outlet for power and/or to a DVR for recording. They are reliable since they don’t face issues such as signal and battery power loss, but they are usually more challenging to install. On the other hand, wireless security cameras are Wi-Fi ready. Some of them are also completely wire-free since they use batteries for power.

We don’t have a preference between the two. In fact, we recommend installing a combination, and you’ll notice that all three of our entries on this list offer both types. Wireless cameras, of course, are generally easy to install and easy to maintain. Because you don’t have to worry over connecting them to your central hub, you have more flexibility in terms of where you install them. This can help with coverage. You need some wired cameras as well, particularly in outdoor areas around your house. Your Wi-Fi will be weakest in these spots, and you want to be sure you always have visual coverage on your perimeter.

>> Further Reading: Where to Place Your Security Cameras

Upfront Costs and Monthly Subscription Fees

The second factor is cost – both the upfront cost for the hardware and the on-going cost for cloud storage.

Security camera pricing varies widely depending on hardware specs and features, but we find that the typical price range is $80 to $120 for indoor cameras and $150 to $200 for outdoor cameras. The most affordable security cameras you’ll find in the market are within those price ranges. You might be able to find even cheaper options, but often at the expense of features and technology.

As for the monthly cost, expect to pay $5 to $12 per month for cloud storage. This depends on how many cameras you own and the features that come with the subscription. However, there are security cameras that work without subscriptions. Lorex and Swann are excellent examples.

Smart Home Security Compatibility

Security cameras are an important piece of the home security puzzle, but they’re just that – a piece. You still need other security products if you want well-rounded home protection. Fortunately, current smart home technology has enabled security cameras to integrate with smart security systems.

There are two types of integrations we want to see from security cameras: Compatibility with home security systems and with smart platforms like Alexa and Google Assistant. The former enables seamless meshing with security-focused products like motion and entry sensors. The latter enables cameras to interact with automation-focused devices, allowing for improved user experience.

Other Security Camera Features We Evaluated

Besides those factors, we want to make sure our recommendations have most, if not all, of the necessary security camera features.

Fast Motion Activation

Most security cameras can detect movement, but you want them to be able to alert you quickly, too. That way, you can open up the live view in real-time and not after the subject has moved out of frame.

Intuitive Smartphone App

A functional, well-designed app is also important as it will allow you to monitor your security cameras in real-time. An intuitive smartphone app will put your home security at your fingertips whether you’re lounging on your couch or traveling halfway across the globe.

Flexible Video Resolution

Clear video is important. 4K is the gold standard and 1080p HD is the minimum we recommend. We prefer security cameras with flexible video resolution because they can adjust to the network speed when streaming or recording to keep videos flowing steadily.

Night Vision

A camera’s ability to see at night is just as important as its video resolution. Most cameras use Infrared night vision that turns videos black-and-white, but we’ve been seeing a lot of outdoor cameras with color night vision thanks to their built-in lights.

Two-Way Audio

Few things are as scary to burglars as hearing the homeowner’s voice say the police are on the way. Two-way audio is a vital burglar-deterring feature and every indoor and outdoor camera must have it.

Video Storage

If a camera doesn’t deter a criminal, the next best thing it can do is gather evidence. Most cameras today use cloud video storage, but we prefer those that can store videos locally but still offer cloud backup.

AI Facial Recognition

Facial recognition isn’t absolutely necessary, but it helps the camera provide more insight (i.e. tell you when the movement it detected is of someone the camera recognizes). It also helps cameras avoid false alarms by ignoring non-human movements.

Other Security Cameras Worth Mentioning

While SimpliSafe, Lorex, and Ring best met our criteria, they weren’t the only good options we tested. Here are 10 other security camera brands to consider if you want to expand your search horizon.

• ADT – ADT’s security cameras from Google Nest tie in nicely with the ADT security system and offer advanced features like video verification and facial recognition.
• Wyze – Wyze security cameras start at $20-$35, but they offer person detection, advanced motion tracking, and free cloud and local storage.
• Canary – Canary’s trio of cameras protects homes from inside out and offers useful extras like temperature sensing and air quality monitoring.
• Google Nest – Armed with advanced facial recognition, person detection, and other AI features, Google Nest Cams offer smart security that ties in nicely with the Google Home platform.
• Arlo – Arlo specializes in battery-powered indoor/outdoor cameras, with video resolution ranging from 1080p HD to 4K.
• Blink – Owned by Amazon and a sister company of Ring, Blink cameras are simple and affordable, but it doesn’t offer as many options as its sister brand.
• Kuna – Kuna cameras double as light fixtures, providing both video monitoring and smart security lighting without sacrificing style.
• Zmodo – Zmodo is a good alternative to Lorex with its no-subscription approach, but most of its cameras have a narrow field of view.
• Night Owl – If you can look past the buggy mobile app, Night Owl is another affordable option you can use without a subscription.
• Reolink – Reolink is an innovative brand that offers a wide range of security cameras and is a good option for those looking for a cheaper alternative to Arlo.

Best Home Security Camera Brands

System	SimpliSafe	Lorex	Ring
Ranking	1st View Packages	2nd View Packages	3rd View on Amazon
SecureScore™	9.3	9.2	9.2
Best Accolade	Best Security Cameras Overall	Best Without Subscriptions	Best DIY Security Cameras
Equipment Cost	Starting at $99	Starting at $40	Starting at $59
Monthly Cost	Starting at $10	N/A	Starting at $3.00
Resolution	1080p to 1536p	1080p to 4K	1080p with HDR
Night Vision	Yes	Yes	Yes
Installation	Wired or wireless	Wired or wireless with NVR	Wired or wireless
Security System Compatibility	SimpliSafe security system	N/A	Ring Alarm and Ring Alarm Pro
Smart Home Compatibility	Alexa and Google Assistant	Alexa and Google Assistant	Alexa and Google Assistant
Video Storage	Cloud	Local and cloud	Cloud