Top 10 best monitoring equipment 2018

Finding the best monitoring equipment suitable for your needs isnt easy. With hundreds of choices can distract you. Knowing whats bad and whats good can be something of a minefield. In this article, weve done the hard work for you.

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YI Dome Camera Pan/Tilt/Zoom Wireless IP Indoor Security Surveillance System 720p HD Night Vision, Motion Tracker, Auto-Cruise, Remote Monitor with iOS YI Dome Camera Pan/Tilt/Zoom Wireless IP Indoor Security Surveillance System 720p HD Night Vision, Motion Tracker, Auto-Cruise, Remote Monitor with iOS
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Ring Spotlight Cam Wired: Plugged-in HD security camera with built-in spotlights, two-way talk and a siren alarm, White, Works with Alexa Ring Spotlight Cam Wired: Plugged-in HD security camera with built-in spotlights, two-way talk and a siren alarm, White, Works with Alexa
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Ring Spotlight Cam Mount HD Security Camera, White Ring Spotlight Cam Mount HD Security Camera, White
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Ring Spotlight Cam Battery HD Security Camera with Built Two-Way Talk and a Siren Alarm, White, Works with Alexa Ring Spotlight Cam Battery HD Security Camera with Built Two-Way Talk and a Siren Alarm, White, Works with Alexa
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Ring 8ASPS7-WEN0 Solar Panel Spotlight Cam Battery, White Ring 8ASPS7-WEN0 Solar Panel Spotlight Cam Battery, White
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Arlo Pro Add-on Security Camera - Rechargeable Wire-Free HD Camera with Audio, Indoor/Outdoor [Existing Arlo System required], Works with Alexa (VMC4030) Arlo Pro Add-on Security Camera - Rechargeable Wire-Free HD Camera with Audio, Indoor/Outdoor [Existing Arlo System required], Works with Alexa (VMC4030)
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Ring Spotlight Cam Battery, HD Rechargeable Two Way Security Camera Black Ring Spotlight Cam Battery, HD Rechargeable Two Way Security Camera Black
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Ring Stick up Cam and Solar Panel Bundle (includes 2 cams and 2 solar panels) Ring Stick up Cam and Solar Panel Bundle (includes 2 cams and 2 solar panels)
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TOODOO Power Adapter Compatible Ring Spotlight Cam Battery, Weatherproof 20 ft/ 6 m Cable to Continuously Charge Camera, No Need to Change The Batteries TOODOO Power Adapter Compatible Ring Spotlight Cam Battery, Weatherproof 20 ft/ 6 m Cable to Continuously Charge Camera, No Need to Change The Batteries
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Wansview Wireless 1080P IP Camera, WiFi Home Security Surveillance Camera for Baby/Elder/ Pet/Nanny Monitor, Pan/Tilt, Two-Way Audio & Night Vision Q3-S Wansview Wireless 1080P IP Camera, WiFi Home Security Surveillance Camera for Baby/Elder/ Pet/Nanny Monitor, Pan/Tilt, Two-Way Audio & Night Vision Q3-S
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1. YI Dome Camera Pan/Tilt/Zoom Wireless IP Indoor Security Surveillance System 720p HD Night Vision, Motion Tracker, Auto-Cruise, Remote Monitor with iOS

Feature

720p High-definition, 112 wide-angle advanced glass lens combined with 345 horizontal & 115 vertical rotation range create a complete 360 coverage. Advanced night vision with 8 built-in 940nm infrared LED beads extend the viewing distance to 3 meters in pitch dark with no light pollution, so your baby or pet will not be disturbed by LED glare.
Responsive and advanced microphone with a built-in anti-noise filter for a clear 2-way Audio experience. Intercom Mode: one party to talk and listen at a time or Hands-free Mode: both parties talk and listen freely for maximum flexibility.
Receive real-time Activity Alerts while you're out. 10-sec motion tracking records and centers the moving object. Bookmark your favorite positions (up to 8) and return to them at the tap of a button. Select Auto-Cruise to survey the area 360 horizontally or cruise your bookmarks, suitable for large areas that need a quick scan (and tracks moving objects).
YI Dome integrates with your YI Home family in one simple interface. User-friendly and intuitive app to customize your settings: activity alerts, auto-cruise, bookmarks, camera sharing, customize schedules, and more. Supports connectivity to a large number of devices with the same app/account for maximum convenience. Available for iOS and Android.
Supports YI Cloud to avoid the risk of losing footage from an SD card, ensure all your videos are safe, secure and protected. We provide the most efficient compression and the highest protection of data, so you can be sure that your footage is safe and secure. Reliable Wi-Fi connectivity to access your camera with YI Home App on mobile device, and YI Home App on PC at anytime, anywhere. Built-in support for 802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz (5Ghz currently not supported) Wi-Fi band.
Note: the firmware version must match your camera version. You can flash a Chinese version camera with any other version of firmware and power-on it, but it can never be paired.

Description

360 Complete Coverage Smart Home System

YI Dome Camera is your 360 complete coverage smart home system. With YI you are in touch with your home wherever you are.

Rotation:

Bidirectional rotation supports a 345 horizontal rotation range, and 115 vertical rotation range. With a 112 wide-angle lens, YI Dome Cam captures the full scene with practically zero blindspots. Automatically returns to "Auto-masking" mode for extra sense of security ensuring no recording without your permission.
Store up to 8 positions as bookmarks and easily return to them at a touch of a button. Choose to auto-cruise horizontally 360 or make pit stops at your selected bookmarks.

Protection:

YI Dome Camera keeps you connected with your family always. Check-in with your family through 2-way audio by connecting to live video. Take quick snapshots and easily record videos. With a 360 viewing angle, every spot is covered. Enhanced night vision stays awake while you sleep: With 8 Built-In 940nm (non-invasive) infrared LEDs, YI Dome Cam Night Vision can shoot in the dark for a range up to 3 meters

YI Home App:

Monitor your home with YI Home App. View YI Dome Camera along with your other YI Home Camera family in one integrated app. Our Motion Detection Algorithm is YI Dome Cam's safety hallmark. Movements can be accurately picked up and activity alerts are immediately sent to the App. 10 seconds smart motion tracking keeps up with everything, so you don't have to.

Ease of Use:

Quick and versatile installation. Place YI where it suits you best: Vertical, Wall Mount or Ceiling. Simple and Flexible Storage Options: Local and Cloud (to be available soon)

--Package Include--

1 x YI Dome Camera
1 x Adaptor
1 x USB Cable
1 x Base Tray
2 x Screw
1 x Manual

2. Ring Spotlight Cam Wired: Plugged-in HD security camera with built-in spotlights, two-way talk and a siren alarm, White, Works with Alexa

Feature

Works with Alexa to launch real-time video with your voice
Lets you see, hear and speak to visitors from your phone, tablet and PC
Sends alerts as soon as motion is detected
Plugs into standard power outlets for non-stop power
Monitors your home in 1080HD video with infrared night vision and Live View
Includes built-in LED light strips and a siren
Includes Lifetime Theft Protection: If your Camera gets stolen, we'll replace it for free

Description

Ring Spotlight Cam Wired is the first plug-and-play HD security camera with built-in spotlights, two-way talk and a siren alarm. It lets you watch over your property from your phone, tablet and pc. With Spotlight Cam Wired, you can create customizable motion zones that let you focus on the most important areas of your yard. When anyone enters your motion zones and triggers your motion sensors, youll get an instant alert on your phone, tablet and pc. Answer the alert, and you can see, hear and speak to people on your property from anywhere. Spotlight Cam Wired shines its lights and starts recording video as soon as motion is detected, and you can also use the free Ring app to control the camera, lights and siren right from your phone. It also comes with a free 30-day trial of Ring video recording, so you can review, save and share your videos at anytime with anyone. Spotlight Cam Wired plugs into standard power outlets for non-stop power, so youll never need to charge a battery. It also comes with all the tools you need to get your cam setup in just a few minutes. Ring Spotlight Cam Wired is available in either black or white, so you can pick a finish that matches your home and your style. With a weather-resistant design and infrared night vision, you can monitor your property at any time of the day, with or without the lights on.

3. Ring Spotlight Cam Mount HD Security Camera, White

Feature

Works with Alexa to launch real-time video with your voice
Lets you see, hear and speak to visitors from your phone, tablet and PC
Sends alerts as soon as motion is detected
Requires hardwired installation to weatherproof electrical boxes
Monitors your home in 1080HD video with infrared night vision and Live View
Includes built-in LED light strips and a siren
Includes Lifetime Theft Protection: If your Camera gets stolen, we'll replace it for free

Description

With 1080HD video, two-way talk and a 110-decibel siren, Ring spotlight cam Mount lets you monitor your home from your phone, tablet and pc. As soon as motion is detected at your home, spotlight cam Mount will send you an instant mobile alert. Answer the alert, and you can see, hear and speak to people on your property from anywhere. You can also customize your motion sensors, so you can focus on the most important areas of your yard. Spotlight cam Mount will shine its lights and start recording video whenever your motion sensors are triggered, and you can also control the camera, lights and siren right from the free Ring app. It also comes with a free 30-day trial of Ring protect, which records all your videos and lets you share them with anyone. Spotlight cam Mount includes three flush mounting brackets that connect to standard electrical boxes. And it comes with all the tools you need to easily set up your cam in just a few minutes. Ring spotlight cam Mount is available in either black or White, so you can pick a color that matches your home and your style. With a weather-resistant design and infrared night vision, you can watch over your property around the clock with or without the lights on. Requires Wi-Fi connection. Compatible with iOS, Android, Mac and windows 10 devices. Lifetime purchase protection: if your spotlight cam Mount is stolen, well replace it for free.

4. Ring Spotlight Cam Battery HD Security Camera with Built Two-Way Talk and a Siren Alarm, White, Works with Alexa

Feature

Works with Alexa to launch real-time video with your voice
Lets you see, hear and speak to visitors from your phone, tablet and PC
Sends alerts as soon as motion is detected. Compatible with ios, android, mac and windows 10 devices
Powered by the quick-release rechargeable battery pack
Monitors your home in 1080HD video with infrared night vision and Live View
Includes built-in LED light strips and a siren
Includes Lifetime Theft Protection: If your Camera gets stolen, we'll replace it for free

Description

Ring spotlight cam battery is the first plug-and-play HD security camera with built-in spotlights, two-way talk and a siren alarm. It lets you watch over your property from your phone, tablet and pc. When anyone triggers your motion sensors, youll get an instant alert on your phone, tablet and pc. Answer the alert, and you can see, hear and speak to people on your property from anywhere. Spotlight cam battery shines its lights and starts recording video as soon as motion is detected, and you can also use the free Ring app to control the camera, lights and siren right from your phone. It also comes with a free 30-day trial of Ring video recording, so you can review, save and share your videos at anytime with anyone. Spotlight cam battery comes with all the tools you need to get your cam setup in just a few minutes. Ring spotlight cam battery is available in either black or white, so you can pick a finish that matches your home and your style. With a weather-resistant design and infrared night vision, you can monitor your property at any time of the day, with or without the lights on.

5. Ring 8ASPS7-WEN0 Solar Panel Spotlight Cam Battery, White

Feature

Designed exclusively for charging the Ring spotlight camera battery
With just a few hours of direct sunlight every day, your spotlight camera will stay charged around the clock

Description

Install this Ring solar panel with your Ring spotlight cam battery, enjoy continuous monitoring without having to replace batteries. The compact White panel matches your system or your exterior paint to provide convenient placement that doesn't draw attention. This Ring solar panel powers your security camera setup on just a few hours of sunlight each day.

6. Arlo Pro Add-on Security Camera - Rechargeable Wire-Free HD Camera with Audio, Indoor/Outdoor [Existing Arlo System required], Works with Alexa (VMC4030)

Feature

Works with Alexa for voice control (Alexa device sold separately).
Add-on Camera only - Base Station Required
100% Wire-free and Weather-resistant- Free of power cords hassles to place your camera where you need it indoor or outdoor(IP65)
Rechargeable Batteries - Arlo Pro cameras include rechargeable batteries that support fast charging
2-Way Audio - Built-in mic and speaker enable push-to-talk capability, so you can listen in and talk back
7 Days of Free Cloud Recordings - Arlo Pro comes with rolling 7-day cloud recordings. Live stream or view recorded video and audio for up to 7 days
Works with Amazon Alexa/Echo Show/Fire TV/Google Assistant - View your live video with a simple voice command. Works with IFTTT, Samsung SmartThings, and more
Arlo Smart adds powerful intelligence to your Arlo cameras. Customize alerts to detect people, specific zones, and contact emergency responders right from your smartphone's lock screen (optional service, includes 1-month trial)

Description

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7. Ring Spotlight Cam Battery, HD Rechargeable Two Way Security Camera Black

8. Ring Stick up Cam and Solar Panel Bundle (includes 2 cams and 2 solar panels)

Feature

Weather Resistant HD Cameras with Solar Charging Panels
HD Video Live View with 2-Way Talk
Motion Activated
Night Vision
Battery or Solar-Powered

Description

The Outdoor Security Cam Kit extends the Ring of Security to your entire home, allowing you to watch over any part of your property from your smartphone, tablet, or desktop. Connect Stick Up Cam to the Solar Panel from non-stop power, and you'll never need to charge your Stick Up Cam again. Works with any home with Wi-Fi.

9. TOODOO Power Adapter Compatible Ring Spotlight Cam Battery, Weatherproof 20 ft/ 6 m Cable to Continuously Charge Camera, No Need to Change The Batteries

Feature

No longer change the battery: 5V 1A power adapter with 20 ft/ 6 m cable allows for charging your Ring Spotlight Cam Battery continuously, you do not have to change the battery any more (Note: do not remove the battery from your camera when using this power adapter, otherwise it will not be able to supply power directly to the camera)
Weatherproof design: the DC head is made of soft PVC material that expands slightly when inserted into the camera opening; It fits into the camera very tightly, which is necessary to make it weatherproof
Long and round cable: cable is long (20 ft), allowing you to easily plug it into an electrical outlet inside or outside your house, even if the camera is a little further away; Cable is round with 3.5 mm in diameter, so that you can run it through a window and still close it very well
ETL and FCC certified: the charging adapter adopts good quality fire shell material and built-in safeguards, provides a short-circuit protection and effectively ensures safe charging, against over-current, over-heating, over-voltage
Easy to install: simply connect the power charger to the outlet, run the cable to your camera, it will fit and stay in the camera very well; Just a few minutes to install it

Description


Advantages:
1. No more climbing up/ down on ladder to take down the spotlight cam when power off;
2. It can keep camera charging continuously; Camera will not power off easily.
3. You can watch the live video of the home, provide a layer of home security, enjoy a better life.

Notes:
1. This product is ONLY compatible with Ring Spotlight Cam Battery, NOT suitable for Spotlight Cam Wired, Ring stick up cam, doorbell, Arlo system cam and any other cameras.
2. Ring spotlight cam is not included; The mention of "Ring Spotlight Cam" is just to demonstrate the compatibility of this product.

Package contents:
1 x Power adapter (for spotlight cam)
1 x 6 m/ 20 ft Cable
3 x Screws

10. Wansview Wireless 1080P IP Camera, WiFi Home Security Surveillance Camera for Baby/Elder/ Pet/Nanny Monitor, Pan/Tilt, Two-Way Audio & Night Vision Q3-S

Feature

FULL 1080P HD VIDEO CAMERA: Wansview full HD home camera with 1920*1080P resolution at 25fps,the living stream can be accessed via iOS/Android mobile Phone, Windows PC and Apple Mac Software and http web browsers, you may use it as a baby monitor to view your baby even you are outside home
Reliable2.4G WiFi CONNECTION: Quick WiFi setup via mobile App "Wansview" on iPhone or Android phone(5G is not supported). Wireless security camera supports remote access via mobile App anywhere and anytime. This security camera with Micro SD card slot (max 128GB supported), the videos can be saved and playbacked on Windows and Mac laptop without taking it out of camera. Support Windows and Mac 7/24 videorecording, if camera be stolen, you can check your local computer to see what happened.
SMART PAN/TILT/ZOOM CAMERA: This wifi ip camera provides wider viewing angle with horizontal 350 degree(pan) and vertical 76 degree (tilt) with 4x digital zoom function for complete coverage of your home. There is 8 presets which can be adjusted to some places and zoom to make it bigger to see.
CLEAR TWO-WAY AUDIO& NIGHT VISION: Remotely talk and listen via mobile App even in the dark with the IR LED night vision up to 20 feet.So you can keep in touch with your baby when you miss him and want to talk to him. This home security camera gives you fantastic night experience even in pitch dark and full protection to see the whole room at night - not just a limited spotlight view at anytime of day or night. It also can be used for shops, meeting room, pets,nanny, elder monitor.
NO RISK of PERSONAL INFORMATION: You have the direct connection with the wifi camera, the ip camera's video wont be saved on any servers or forwarded by manufacturer.IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS, PLEASE SEND EMAIL TO [email protected] or CALL +1 6018063192 on 6 PM ~ 3 AM (PST) Monday-Friday. Free return & exchange service within 60 days and free technical assistance. Our friendly and effective after-sale service will put your worries aside.

Description

Are you searching for the camera that would help you monitor what you care? Well, your quest can be acheived with this wireless indoor camera. You've found them already - Our 1080p wireless home security camera with two-way audio and night-vision function.

Viewing your home while away on vacation.
Baby monitor to see when an infant wakes and cry.
Discreet observation of a babysitter or nanny to protect your kids.
Check on your pet and interactive with your dog or cats.
Assist an elderly relative when they need help from you.
Monitor an area in your workplace, such as a waiting room , cafeteria and meeting room.

Why you should trust our 1080p Pan/Tilt Wireless IP Camera:

  • Stunning HD 1080P (1920*1080) video at 30fps. Videos and photos can be recorded and playback via local micro SD card( storage up to 128GB ,usually for continuously about 6 days recording) as well as your mobile phone
  • 3 Dbi Antenna for extremely reliable Wifi connection
  • Smart pan tilt and 4x digital zoom with wide-angle for complete coverage
  • Remarkable two-way audio, talk and listen via mobile App is convenient
  • Night vision up to 20 feet distance, living stream can be seen even in the dark
  • Supports viewing on web browsers (IE, Firefox, Chrome),phone and tablet.
  • Supports ONVIF 2.0 to 2.5 and compatible with Blue iris or iSpy etc


  • Package list:

    Wansview Camera
    Power adapter( 10 feet power cable )
    Antenna
    Ethernet cable
    Mounting bracket and accessories
    Quick installation guide

    Conclusion

    By our suggestions above, we hope that you can found the best monitoring equipment for you. Please don't forget to share your experience by comment in this post. Thank you!

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