The Cleaning InstituteThe ability to check-in on your home provides an added layer of security and peace of mind while you’re away. For this reason, among others, indoor security cameras are a worthwhile investment for anyone that wants to keep an eye on things at home.
We looked at the most important qualities when evaluating the best indoor security cameras: convenience, feature functionality, and cost.
Convenience – Defined by the simple set-up, ease of use, and device compatibility.
Feature functionality – We looked at a variety of features and the utility of those features.
Investment – The value of the product in comparison to the price.
The Amazon Cloud Cam Security Camera is compatible with many of Amazon’s popular smart-home products. Making it a great option if you are looking for a simple set up.
Most notable upside: We were so impressed with the Cloud Cam, it has it all and is compatible with Alexa enabled devices. The Cloud Cam allows for motion detection and intelligent alerts and even safety notifications like those for fire and carbon monoxide alarms. It has night-vision capabilities, two-way audio and is extremely easy to set-up and use. The only con for us was the price was on the higher end. That said, the functionality of the features, simple set-up and device compatibility makes the Cloud Cam well worth it.
Biggest downsides: The only con for us was the price was on the higher end. That said, the functionality of the features, simple set-up and device compatibility makes the Cloud Cam well worth it.
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Most notable upside: We liked how the low cost allowed us to purchase several cameras for placement in multiple rooms. Features include night-vision, two-way audio, motion detection alerts, and Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility. The camera is also able to notify you of fire and carbon monoxide emergencies and the set-up is very easy! For this camera, the accompanying app is not always reliable. In addition, the video quality is acceptable but can be difficult to use at times.
Biggest downsides: We found the accompanying app is not always reliable. In addition, the video quality is acceptable but can be difficult to use at times.
Come home to safety. The YI 1080p Indoor Home Camera offers crystal clear images with an enhanced night vision feature for added security.
Most notable upside: The camera has several useful features like two-way audio, night vision, and sound and motion detection alerts. In addition, the low cost also allowed us to purchase multiple cameras. We did have some challenges during setup, however.
Biggest downsides: The app is not super user-friendly and the picture quality is not as clear as other cameras. This camera also has limited cloud storage in comparison to the other cameras but it may just be right for your usage.
For safety and peace of mind, nothing beats knowing that you have installed outdoor security cameras around your home. However, most people overlook the need to install an indoor security camera as well.
There are several reasons why you might want to consider installing an indoor security camera. You might have pets, small children, or elderly family members that you want to keep an eye on, or you simply want to be able to check your home even when you are away. When it comes to providing peace of mind and security, an indoor camera will help you keep your home secure.
There are undeniable benefits to having an indoor security camera installed in your home; however, here are some things to consider before you spend hundreds of dollars to install an indoor security system:
When you first install your indoor camera, you will also set alerts that are triggered by either sound or motion. If you have pets in your home, you might get almost constant alerts! Eventually, it will be all that you will think about, and you won’t be able to enjoy your day without worrying whether that next alert would be something that should cause concern.
These days, most indoor security camera systems have the capability to connect to your home’s WiFi system so that you can check into the system anywhere and anytime, as long as you are also connected to the Internet. However, the biggest drawback is that most home WiFi systems are not secured, which leads to security problems with the camera system as well. Hackers can actually penetrate your system and connect, and they will be able to see everything that you see! If you are considering using a WiFi-capable indoor security camera, invest in higher-end cameras that have built-in security protocols that prevent external hacker attacks. Generic indoor security cameras are easy to hack.
Another way to prevent hacker attacks is to make sure to change the default login details when you are installing the camera system.
Here are some of the types of indoor security cameras commonly found on the market:
This type of indoor security camera sends and receives images via data cables. It is composed of three components: the recorder (records the video), the data cables (transmits data), and the monitor (in order to see the recorded video). Many businesses use this type of indoor security camera because the system is closed, and thus cannot be hacked by external attacks. If you have many valuables in your home or you want to ensure privacy, you should install this type of camera. However, you will need to get the data cables installed professionally.
Wireless surveillance cameras will transmit data through high-speed wireless internet by creating and encoding digital packets. The main benefit of this type of camera is that you can cover a large area without having to deal with data cables, as long as the area is covered by the WiFi. However, as mentioned above, you must ensure that you have a secure WiFi system so that hackers will not be able to enter your system.
This type of camera uses a LAN network to transmit video in a digitized form. Since it uses a LAN network, the data transmission is generally safe and secure. In order to increase security, you can use various encryption methods such as AES, WPA, and TKIP. One of the biggest benefits of using this type of camera is that it is able to operate without the need to be connected to a power supply because it draws energy of the Ethernet protocol technology. If you have a secured WiFi network, you can also connect your gadgets, such as mobile phones and tablets, to this camera system.
The Arlo Pro comes with 100% wireless operation and a highly-sensitive motion detector. It also comes with 7 days free rolling cloud storage, so you can check long periods of stored footage. One drawback is that you will be required to install the base station, which can increase the upfront costs of purchasing and setting up this camera system.
If you’re not a “techie” person and you just want a simple camera that offers an easy setup process, the Vimtag P1 HD is a great choice. It can connect to any WiFi system, and you simply plug-and-play the camera to get it going. It’s also cheap and easy to operate. However, it cannot integrate with smart home systems.
For clear images and crisp sounds, the Nest Cam IQ Indoor is unbeatable. In fact, you might even feel like you’re actually at home. It comes with a built-in Google Assistant, and can be integrated with a smart home setup. However, the camera system itself is quite expensive and it requires a monthly subscription if you want to enjoy all the features.
