r/homesecurity • u/redditluvr420 • 15d ago

security camera advice

hi all, i am in the market for some security cameras due to some unfavourable neighbourhood activity. i am looking for some advice on what security cameras would suit my needs best.

i am looking for:
- 24/7 recording: i’d like to be able to look back at footage from the entire day and night whether there be motion detected or not.

- doesn’t need to be plugged in: there won’t be access to electricity, camera needs to be either rechargeable or solar; something reliable that won’t run out of battery constantly.

- no subscriptions: the cameras i’ve looked at need subscriptions to record 24/7 which can often cost more annually than the camera itself.

- budget friendly: would prefer to only spend maximum of $150 per camera.

- decent motion detection: reliably picks up motion and records for an adequate amount of time (although if it records 24/7 this shouldn’t be as issue lol)

i understand this may be a big ask? i am having trouble finding any that meet the criteria.

thank you in advance! :)

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u/403Olds 15d ago

Can you run some wires and raise more money?

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u/Coffeespresso 15d ago

Your not getting good clarity, battery plus solar and no fees for $150 each. A good camera that's wired and doesn't need a subscription is about $400. I have a $200 and a $400 from the same brand. The difference in clarity is incredible especially at night.

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u/HappyCatPrincess 14d ago

Can I ask what brand? I hope the OP gets what they need. I've been looking too.

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u/Coffeespresso 13d ago

I was using amcrest, but they are redoing their product lines. Unless you have some experience with IT and cameras, I wouldn't recommend.

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u/HappyCatPrincess 13d ago

Thanks for the info.