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Need security camera system for exterior of home
Posted by slapahoe on 8/21/18 at 3:59 pm40
I like the ARLO because the ease of setup but battery life is a concern.
Opinions?
Opinions?
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.
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.
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.
re: Need security camera system for exterior of homePosted by FearTheFish 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.
re: Need security camera system for exterior of homePosted by slapahoe 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
re: Need security camera system for exterior of homePosted by mr. penguin 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.
re: Need security camera system for exterior of homePosted by LSU-MNCBABY on 8/21/18 at 9:53 pm to slapahoe
I’ve got a Lux system and have never had any issues
re: Need security camera system for exterior of homePosted by kfizzle85 on 8/21/18 at 11:15 pm to LSU-MNCBABY
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This post was edited on 8/30 at 5:15 pm
re: Need security camera system for exterior of homePosted by RocketTiger on 8/22/18 at 2:03 pm to slapahoe
Just installed Nest and love it. Don't have any experience with other brands.
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re: Need security camera system for exterior of homePosted by TheWiz 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 at 2:59 pm
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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 at 8:53 am
re: Need security camera system for exterior of homePosted by TechDadHere 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.
This post was edited on 10/28 at 1:56 am
re: Need security camera system for exterior of homePosted by whodatdude 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.
re: Need security camera system for exterior of homePosted by kfizzle85 on 10/28/18 at 11:29 am to whodatdude
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This post was edited on 8/30 at 5:21 pm
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