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Ring Spotlight Cam Pro
Best wireless outdoor security cam
Pros LED spotlight design for effective lighting Battery power Two-way audio Extra features like a siren and Bird's Eye view Cons Really needs the Ring Protect plan Amazon’s update to the is an excellent option for those who don’t want a full floodlight camera, but would still like lots of illumination for their porch, patio, or driveway. The surprisingly bright LED lights on either side of the cam can be set to light up along with the motion detection features. There’s a little bit of everything packed into the Spotlight Cam Pro’s design, including basics like 1080p video, night vision, and two-way audio.
But Ring also has some extras, like a siren you can sound, advanced 3D motion detection, and a “Bird’s Eye” view option that gives you a model for where a subject may have gone. We also like that its battery-powered with an option to plug into an outlet. As with all Ring cams, you will really want a Ring Protect plan to enable video storage and video sharing, but otherwise this is the most comprehensive wireless security cam we’ve seen to date.
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Natalie Lopez 36 minutes ago
We also love that it’s one of the few cams that offers free online video storage – three hours w...
Ring Spotlight Cam Pro Best wireless outdoor security cam
Google Nest Cam 2nd-gen battery
Best value security camera kit
Pros AI-powered object recognition Excellent battery design A full set of abilities including night vision, zoom, and two-way audio Free hours of video storage Works with Google Home and Alexa Cons Still significantly more expensive than our budget picks Google’s Nest Cam benefits greatly from Google’s AI technology that can recognize people from cars, identify packages, and (with a subscription) do much more. While there is a wired version of this cam, we like the battery option for its versatility.
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We also love that it’s one of the few cams that offers free online video storage – three hours w...
We also love that it’s one of the few cams that offers free online video storage – three hours worth – for free, although a Nest Aware subscription does add other benefits. Nest works with both Google Assistant and Alexa these days, so you don’t have to worry as much about which voice assistant you use. The cam itself is highly capable, with 1080p HDR video, night vision, zoom, two-way audio, and a variety of intelligent alerts.
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Noah Davis 20 minutes ago
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Chloe Santos 21 minutes ago
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The snap-on mount is also a great way to make installation easy, no matter where you’re putting it. There’s even a feature to keep recording when power goes down and save an hour of footage into local memory for review. If the battery option isn’t really your thing, you do can purchase a weatherproof outdoor cable and wire the cam into place as well.
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Lucas Martinez 65 minutes ago
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Luna Park 47 minutes ago
It’s also a good idea to cover other entry points, like back windows, that are hidden away where s...
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Where do I place outdoor security cameras? that most (around 55%) home intruders try to get into homes through either the front or back door. So, you may want to have your security camera scoping out your doors.
It’s also a good idea to cover other entry points, like back windows, that are hidden away where someone could break in without being seen. Where exactly to mount your outdoor cameras, however, depends on your property and your individual needs. You may have a shed in the back that contains expensive lawn equipment, for instance, and you might want to place more focus on that area.
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Sophie Martin 39 minutes ago
Perhaps your neighborhood has experienced a few break-ins recently, and the intruders typically ente...
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David Cohen 38 minutes ago
Typically, having at least two outdoor cameras is ideal, not including your video doorbell. If you h...
Perhaps your neighborhood has experienced a few break-ins recently, and the intruders typically enter through the garage, so you want to cover your garage area. How many security cameras do I need?
Typically, having at least two outdoor cameras is ideal, not including your video doorbell. If you have a video doorbell to watch your porch, combined with an outdoor security camera covering the front and back areas of your home, this should be sufficient. However, if you have a large property, live in an area where there’s a lot of property crime, or if you have vehicles or valuables stored on your property, you may want to add in an extra camera or two.
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Ethan Thomas 25 minutes ago
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Can you use an indoor security camera outdoors? No.
An indoor camera does not have the necessary protection from the elements, so it won’t hold up outside. Some cameras are rated for indoor or outdoor use, and you can use those cameras outside. If you want to point your indoor camera out a window to watch the outdoors, you technically can do so.
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Emma Wilson 7 minutes ago
However, the camera’s features probably won’t work as well, and you’re better off just buying ...
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Emma Wilson 75 minutes ago
Yes, although it’s not usually recommended because the cameras designed for outdoor use may not wo...
However, the camera’s features probably won’t work as well, and you’re better off just buying a cheap outdoor camera. Can outdoor security cameras be used indoors?
Yes, although it’s not usually recommended because the cameras designed for outdoor use may not work optimally indoors. Again, you can opt for a camera that’s rated for both indoors and outdoors, like a dome camera. Do all outdoor security cameras have two-way audio?
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Harper Kim 84 minutes ago
The short answer is no. Many wired outdoor cameras feature two-way audio, which allows you to speak ...
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Aria Nguyen 60 minutes ago
Not all two-way audio is created equal — some companies do it well, while others do not. Keep in m...
The short answer is no. Many wired outdoor cameras feature two-way audio, which allows you to speak back and forth with someone through the camera via an app on your phone, but not all outdoor cameras have this feature. If two-way audio is something you’re interested in, consider doing research on which cameras have it, and of the ones that do, read up on which are better.
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Oliver Taylor 47 minutes ago
Not all two-way audio is created equal — some companies do it well, while others do not. Keep in m...
Not all two-way audio is created equal — some companies do it well, while others do not. Keep in mind that cameras with two-way audio might cost a bit more than those that don’t feature the technology.
How well does night vision work on an outdoor security camera? Night vision on cameras typically uses infrared light to illuminate dark images at night. Essentially, cameras with night vision use this technology to backlight images to help you see what’s happening in the field of view.
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Audrey Mueller 58 minutes ago
Most outdoor security cameras feature night vision, but the quality varies from model to model. If y...
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Mason Rodriguez 6 minutes ago
Motion sensitivity in outdoor security cameras varies widely, but generally, the technology works we...
Most outdoor security cameras feature night vision, but the quality varies from model to model. If you’re looking for superior night vision, go for the Arlo camera listed above, or research night vision quality before making a purchase. How well do outdoor security cameras detect motion?
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Oliver Taylor 130 minutes ago
Motion sensitivity in outdoor security cameras varies widely, but generally, the technology works we...
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Aria Nguyen 132 minutes ago
Most people find that motion settings on cameras are too sensitive, meaning that things like rain, b...
Motion sensitivity in outdoor security cameras varies widely, but generally, the technology works well regardless of the model you choose. Most cameras, even inexpensive ones, do an excellent job of detecting motion, and, if the camera is connected to an app, it will send a motion alert to your phone.
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Natalie Lopez 72 minutes ago
Most people find that motion settings on cameras are too sensitive, meaning that things like rain, b...
Most people find that motion settings on cameras are too sensitive, meaning that things like rain, bugs, or even bright sunlight can trigger an alert. If you’re concerned about motion alerts, consider buying a camera that not only sends you motion alerts so you can monitor what’s happening on your property but also allows you to adjust the motion sensitivity so that small things aren’t triggering it all the time.
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Ava White 73 minutes ago
Can outdoor security cameras survive severe weather? Most outdoor cameras have a rating of IP65 or h...
Can outdoor security cameras survive severe weather? Most outdoor cameras have a rating of IP65 or higher, which means they are waterproof and can withstand someone spraying a hose on them. That usually (but not always) means that a camera with that rating can withstand extreme temperatures ranging from -40 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit or similar.
Cameras vary slightly in terms of survival in extreme weather, but anything with a rating of IP65 or higher will be fine for most climates. If you live in an extremely hot or extremely cold climate, you might want to consider a camera with a rating of IP66 or higher. Do I have to pay for storage for an outdoor camera?
This depends a lot on the brand and the model. Generally, if a security cam has a memory card slot, you can use native storage without paying anything — it’s just a little trickier to manage.
If you want video footage to be uploaded to the cloud for easier viewing and saving, you’ll often have to pay for it. Brands like Arlo and Ring only allow for free livestreaming video and require a plan if you want to save video for any length of time. Google is one of the best options here because its Nest cam offers a certain amount of free online storage without needing a subscription.
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Madison Singh 18 minutes ago
Is an outdoor security camera ever illegal? It can be, although privacy laws haven’t entirely caug...
Is an outdoor security camera ever illegal? It can be, although privacy laws haven’t entirely caught up with home security cams yet.
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Sofia Garcia 157 minutes ago
Generally speaking, you can’t point a camera where people have the expectation of privacy. Pointin...
Generally speaking, you can’t point a camera where people have the expectation of privacy. Pointing a cam at your porch and the street in front? Totally fine, it’s considered a public area.
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Julia Zhang 150 minutes ago
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Pointing a camera so that it captures footage of your neighbor’s backyard or looks into their windows? Illegal, and you could get successfully sued for it.
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