Outdoor WiFi camera, no wires if possible

roytom

I need a WiFi camera to put outside my front door. I need this as I’m deaf. I’ve a Ring doorbell but the online account that saves the recordings is expensive when you have 2 devices or more - $100 per annum, which for me is a lot. Also it’s not good at picking up activity when it’s dark, despite numerous readjustment to its settings. It’s their 1st gen one so possibly I need to get an upgrade, but it still works for door bell pushes etc.

I tried the cheap Clever Dog camera but it was powered by a usb cable and unreliable - even when near the router it kept cutting out and needed to be physically reset, which for me was useless.

Any alternative suggestions?

EssexExile

Look at Amazon's Blink.

neilmcl

Blink XT or Netgear Arlo, both have free cloud storage. Arlo can be expensive.

ballyblack

ARLO

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00TDNYOB6/?coliid=IHSAZ27TSM229&colid=1TZ0IUVM9UVOQ&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

edgex

Of course, if it's wireless it means it uses batteries, so you then have to find out how long they will last, & how they are recharged.

roytom

Thanks for the replies.
This Arlo camera is quite affordable for me and it’s at Curry’s
https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/smart-tech/smart-tech/smart-home/smart-security-and-cctv/arlo-smart-home-security-camera-10127493-pdt.html
ARLO Smart Home Security Camera, Product code: 132680, £79.99

But can I use this on its own or do I have to buy some sort of hub or connection box in order for it to work?
Thanks

EssexExile

roytom wrote: »

But can I use this on its own or do I have to buy some sort of hub or connection box in order for it to work?
Thanks

From the product info on Amazon:

Arlo Smart Home Indoor/Outdoor HD Security - Add-On Camera (base station needed)
No Cords. No Wires. No Worries.
The Arlo camera is completely wireless, with HD smart home security camera you can get exactly the shot you need - inside or out. The Arlo camera is weatherproof and includes motion detection, night vision and apps. It can capture clips and send you alerts whether you’re at home or away for round-the-clock peace of mind.

ballyblack

its on Amazon with the base station which you need + 1 camera for £103

Then you can add on more cameras if needed



https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00TDNYOB6/?coliid=IHSAZ27TSM229&colid=1TZ0IUVM9UVOQ&psc=1&re%20%20f_=lv_ov_lig_dp_itas

neilmcl

roytom wrote: »

Thanks for the replies.
This Arlo camera is quite affordable for me and it’s at Curry’s
https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/smart-tech/smart-tech/smart-home/smart-security-and-cctv/arlo-smart-home-security-camera-10127493-pdt.html
ARLO Smart Home Security Camera, Product code: 132680, £79.99

But can I use this on its own or do I have to buy some sort of hub or connection box in order for it to work?
Thanks

No, this is just an additional camera, you need to purchase the full Arlo system which will include at least one camera and base station - https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/smart-tech/smart-tech/smart-home/smart-security-and-cctv/arlo-vms3130-smart-home-cctv-system-1-camera-10131887-pdt.html or as above, cheaper from Amazon.

Be aware this is the most basic Arlo and only 720p, if you can afford it I'd go for the Arlo Pro or the Blink XT2 system from Amazon.

roytom

Thanks again for all the help.

Yes the Arlo Pro looks good but it’s very expensive. The basic Arlo system with the base station plus one camera is about half the price - I think I’ll have to go with this. The info claims the camera’s battery charge lasts up to 6 months which sounds a little unlikely.

EssexExile

roytom wrote: »

Thanks again for all the help.

Yes the Arlo Pro looks good but it’s very expensive. The basic Arlo system with the base station plus one camera is about half the price - I think I’ll have to go with this. The info claims the camera’s battery charge lasts up to 6 months which sounds a little unlikely.

The Blink says the battery last longer, I'll let you know in a couple of years, & it costs less.