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Need security camera system for exterior of home
Posted on 8/21/18 at 3:59 pm
Posted on 8/21/18 at 3:59 pm
I like the ARLO because the ease of setup but battery life is a concern.
Opinions?
Opinions?
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Posted on 8/21/18 at 4:01 pm to slapahoe
Ring, Nest, POE Cam, and numerous other security cam setups.
I'm a fan of Ring and POE, Ring is easy, POE is a bit more complicated but not bad. POE benefits from not having to pay for cloud storage, but I got that covered by the Ring Alarm now.
I'm a fan of Ring and POE, Ring is easy, POE is a bit more complicated but not bad. POE benefits from not having to pay for cloud storage, but I got that covered by the Ring Alarm now.
Posted on 8/21/18 at 4:29 pm to slapahoe
I've got two Arlo. I like them but changing the batteries is a bit annoying. You can save the battery a good bit by lowering the video quality and making sure it's not going to be picking up cars constantly.
I believe the newer Pros allow for wired power if that's an option.
I believe the newer Pros allow for wired power if that's an option.
Posted on 8/21/18 at 4:56 pm to slapahoe
I bought an extra battery to charge once I get the low battery message.
There is enough warning to put off changing the battery for a day, possibly 2 - don't remember exactly.
I have 5 cameras in a single story house.
There is enough warning to put off changing the battery for a day, possibly 2 - don't remember exactly.
I have 5 cameras in a single story house.
Posted on 8/21/18 at 6:40 pm to slapahoe
I bought two Arlo Pro 2s for the house; leave them plugged in 24/7, so I can't speak as to the battery issues.
The quality is amazing. Installation and setting up is a breeze. Would definitely recommend.
IMO, Net is great quality, but severely overpriced.
The quality is amazing. Installation and setting up is a breeze. Would definitely recommend.
IMO, Net is great quality, but severely overpriced.
Posted on 8/21/18 at 7:52 pm to FearTheFish
Only reason I would get the Arlon pro 2 over say night owl would be ease of installation. If I run a power cord for the Arlon pro I’ll just go with night owl or Swann because they require running wire
Posted on 8/21/18 at 9:33 pm to slapahoe
I’ve got the Arlo pro 2 system and HIGHLY recommend it, and that’s coming from someone who used to have a house with a hard wired system.
You won’t regret the Arlo.
You won’t regret the Arlo.
Posted on 8/21/18 at 9:53 pm to slapahoe
I’ve got a Lux system and have never had any issues
Posted on 8/21/18 at 11:15 pm to LSU-MNCBABY
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Posted on 8/22/18 at 2:03 pm to slapahoe
Just installed Nest and love it. Don't have any experience with other brands.
Posted on 8/22/18 at 2:58 pm to RocketTiger
I have been a long time Nest user. I originally only had one camera to watch the dog area. A few weeks ago I decided to give Wyze a try. The camera quality was great, but the app absolutely sucked. It would only work when I was at home and on my own Wi-Fi network. That really defeats the point. Also with Wyze, I couldn't connect the upstairs cameras to my Orbi satellite because I assume it was only broadcasting 5ghz even though it should broadcast both. May have been Wyze not able to search past the 5ghz for the 2.4ghz.
I am now back with Nest totally and have four cameras installed inside with plans to get a doorbell and an outdoor camera for the back. I also have the thermostat, so it is nice to have everything in one app. They have reasonably priced 5-day cloud storage now and discounts for additional cameras.
ETA: I bought a 3-pack at Home Depot for $397. Pretty good deal.
I am now back with Nest totally and have four cameras installed inside with plans to get a doorbell and an outdoor camera for the back. I also have the thermostat, so it is nice to have everything in one app. They have reasonably priced 5-day cloud storage now and discounts for additional cameras.
ETA: I bought a 3-pack at Home Depot for $397. Pretty good deal.
This post was edited on 8/22/18 at 2:59 pm
Posted on 8/22/18 at 8:57 pm to TheWiz
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Posted on 8/22/18 at 9:25 pm to slapahoe
Battery life is aweosme.
Lasts 4-5 months
Lasts 4-5 months
Posted on 8/23/18 at 8:52 am to kfizzle85
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You got 4 cameras inside filming inside or are they facing out of the windows or something?
Oh, shite. I completely missed the exterior portion of this thread
. Yes, the four I have are inside as "Nanny" cameras. I guess I'm trying to say that Nest is overall great quality and really easy to set up. FWIW, I plan to buy 1-2 outdoor nest cameras soon and likely their doorbell. This post was edited on 8/23/18 at 8:53 am
Posted on 8/24/18 at 11:12 pm to TheWiz
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Posted on 8/26/18 at 10:34 pm to slapahoe
Lorex/Flir have great cams, but their HDD can be LOUD and their customer suppose sucks.
But for the quality of video and POE price, they are worth looking at.
But for the quality of video and POE price, they are worth looking at.
Posted on 10/27/18 at 11:02 am to slapahoe
I agree on the Arlo pro. The surveillance, notification, the quality of the videos are great. But if you place it in a busy location, battery change is going to be a bit of a hassle. Not to mention their cloud subscription. I hope this can help. If you're so much into arlo but worried about the battery, arlo pro 2 is your next best option, it can be set up wired.
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Posted on 10/27/18 at 11:10 am to slapahoe
Go with Arlo.
We have four. Three regulars and a Pro 2.
Batteries last forever. By the time you need to recharge you’ve forgotten you would find it annoying.
We have four. Three regulars and a Pro 2.
Batteries last forever. By the time you need to recharge you’ve forgotten you would find it annoying.
Posted on 10/27/18 at 5:12 pm to kfizzle85
I have blink and I really like them. Good quality and reasonable price. Free cloud storage.
Posted on 10/28/18 at 11:29 am to whodatdude
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