Security Cameras

A wireless security camera gives you the ease and flexibility to place your camera in the best spot without the hassle of hardwiring or having to find a plug. This feature can be essential when you’re thinking about using your camera indoors to monitor your child, pet or home security. Wireless cameras vary widely in quality and functionality so we’ll help you narrow down your best options.

Security cameras can help you stay aware of your home and its surroundings while keeping your family safe. Do wired security cameras provide a more reliable connection than their wireless counterparts? We dive into these questions and more as we explain the ins and outs of wired cameras in easy to understand language. Additionally, our experts have reviewed and ranked the best wired cameras in several categories, and provide features, pricing, pros, cons, and user feedback.

Vacation homes can be an excellent investment. They provide you and your loved ones with a comforting place to get away and can provide additional income as a rental property. However, you need to think about how you’ll protect your vacation home when you’re not there. One of the best ways to do this is by using security cameras, so you can monitor your investment while you’re away.

It can be incredibly frustrating when your security camera isn’t working. And if you aren’t tech-savvy, you might feel overwhelmed trying to get them working again. Well, have no fear. Getting most cameras working again is simpler than you might think. Our experts are here to help you with step-by-step guidance. You’ll be surprised how much time, money, and frustration you can save!

Reolink has an extensive line of stand-alone security cameras, many of which we review on Safe Smart Living. There are lots to choose from, so we compare their best sellers and give you a glimpse into the best (and worst) of Reolink cameras and camera systems.

SimpliSafe, a popular and highly-ranked DIY security system, also carries a video doorbell camera, the SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Pro, that you can use with or without their system. Does this camera live up to the quality and ease of setup you’ll find with SimpliSafe’s other equipment? And how does it stack up against other doorbell cameras?

See who is at your door no matter where you are so you can stop thieves or just check in on the kids when they get off the school bus. All three Ring doorbells offer two-way talk, on-demand video, infrared night vision and motion-activated alerts. But is it worth the extra cost to upgrade to the Ring 4 or Ring Pro?

Installing a Ring Doorbell isn’t as intimidating as it sounds. Whether you already own one or are considering getting one, I hope this my firsthand experience (with the Ring Doorbell 2 in this case, but the setup is more or less the same with other versions) simplifies the installation for you.

Have there been a lot of burglaries in your neighborhood? Perhaps you just had a new baby and are looking for ways to protect your growing family? Protecting your property is essential, but you also want to keep your family safe so a camera may be the perfect solution for your needs. Take a look at our home security camera system reviews to find the best security camera system for your home or business.

Can’t afford a home security system? The Alfred app can take care of that. This wildly popular app can trasform your old smartphones or tablets into home security cameras with live-streaming video that you can view remotely — all for free. Sound too good to be true? Find out what we’ve uncovered in our Alfred home security camera review.