Video doorbells, security cameras, smart displays and plugs, with the subscription costs and privacy settings spelled out.
14 reviews
Manufacturer product image · ReolinkA clear head-to-toe picture, alerts that arrive like a phone call and recording without a monthly fee. We lived with it for six weeks to see how it copes with real deliveries, visitors and a busy family driveway.
Manufacturer product image · eufyA low-cost battery security camera with a 130-degree view and flexible storage choices, so you can avoid a monthly subscription if you want to. It suits people who care about privacy and running costs.
Manufacturer product image · eufyThe Eufy SoloCam S340 is a wire-free outdoor security camera with two lenses, a solar panel and 8GB of built-in storage, for people who want fewer cables and no compulsory monthly fee.
Amazon product listing imageA battery-powered video doorbell with a 1536p camera and a 150-degree view. The subscription for saved recordings is part of the real cost on top of the £129.99 price.
Manufacturer product image · RingA plug-in 1080p indoor camera that is easiest to recommend if you already use Ring. Video storage in the cloud needs a Ring Protect subscription.
Manufacturer product image · RingA battery-powered Ring outdoor camera with sharp 2K video, colour night vision and a wide view. It is easy to place anywhere, but recording video needs a Ring subscription.
Manufacturer product image · TP-LinkThe Tapo C200 is a low-cost indoor camera for checking on a room from your phone. It shows a 1080p picture, turns and tilts from the app, and can save recordings to a microSD card instead of a paid cloud plan.
Manufacturer product image · TP-LinkA black indoor camera with 1080p video, a view you can turn from the app, two-way audio and microSD recording, for simple room check-ins at a low price.
Manufacturer product image · TP-LinkA mains-powered outdoor camera that pans 360 degrees and tilts 130, so one camera can cover several blind spots. It costs £37.99.
Manufacturer product image · TP-LinkA 3MP outdoor camera with a solar panel, for spots where running a power cable is awkward. Recordings can go to a microSD card, so a subscription is not required.
Manufacturer product image · TP-LinkA battery-powered video doorbell with 2K video, two-way talk and a chime in the box. You can record to a microSD card instead of paying for cloud storage.
Amazon product listing imageAn 8-inch Alexa screen for timers, video calls, music and smart-home controls in a shared room. Amazon's suggestions and optional subscriptions stop it feeling completely fuss-free.
