Help! What’s the best fully wireless security camera system for a normal house?

I’m looking for a security camera system that’s completely wireless with no cables at all for my suburban house. Any recommendations would be super helpful!

A lot of people don’t realize why wireless cameras can be a bad idea, so let me explain. Battery-powered cameras miss a lot because they rely on low-power processors. Plus, you’ll need to place them in easy-to-reach spots for recharging, which makes them vulnerable to tampering. Wireless signals also get jammed easily, even by kids messing around with cheap jammers. Honestly, if you’re serious about security, running Ethernet cables (Cat5e or Cat6) and using a DVR/NVR system is the way to go. Sure, it’s more work, but you get way better video quality and reliability.

When you say ‘no cables,’ you’re talking about battery-powered cameras, right?

Riley said:
When you say ‘no cables,’ you’re talking about battery-powered cameras, right?

Yep, I’m looking for a fully battery-powered option. Do you have any recommendations?

SavannahCooper said:

Riley said:
When you say ‘no cables,’ you’re talking about battery-powered cameras, right?

Yep, I’m looking for a fully battery-powered option. Do you have any recommendations?

So, what did you end up getting? I tried the Blink video doorbell (battery-powered) but it died every three days. Also, it’s super obvious, which I didn’t love for an apartment door.

I’m really happy with my Blink system. I’ve also got a wired setup as a backup, but Blink has been solid for me so far.

I use the Reolink cameras with solar panels for my house in VA. They’ve been great, and I was able to chat with my neighbor while I was on vacation in Ireland through the app.

Honestly, I wouldn’t recommend going fully wireless. People who’ve tried it will tell you that you’ll end up replacing the cameras or dealing with constant issues. I suggest you look into wired options. If you still want wireless, though, check out the Roku Floodlight Security Camera. It’s got weather resistance, motion sensors, and alarms. In the long run, it’ll save you the trouble of dealing with battery-operated ones.

Wire-free systems just can’t guarantee consistent performance because of battery life and signal interference. I’d recommend a plug-in wifi camera system instead. The Reolink RLK12-800WB4 is a good option and requires less wiring than PoE setups.

I’ve got two Ring cameras at my rental property, and they run on batteries with solar recharging. I have the highest settings for motion and image recording, and they’ve never died on me, even with the Pacific Northwest’s cloudy weather. Going on two years with no problems.

I use Camius wireless cameras. They come with an 8-channel NVR and a hard drive. The cameras are battery-powered, no wires needed. I run it offline, hooked up to my TV, and record 24/7. Plus, the cameras are 4K. I got mine directly from Camius.com.

I recommend the Arlo Pro 5S 2K. It’s completely wireless, with 2K video quality and long battery life. Super easy to install and great for outdoor use without needing cables.

There’s really no such thing as a perfect battery-powered camera. They trade off image quality and reliability for battery life. Wireless cameras are more like toys. I install cameras for people, and I usually end up replacing Arlo, Ring, and Blink systems. I recommend Reolink—they’ve got AI and vehicle detection, and a 4-camera system with a 6TB hard drive will run you about $600. It’s easy to set up too.

@Flint
What’s the security like with Reolink? I have Laview cameras, and some neighbor kids hacked into my system. They keep deleting pictures of themselves. I’ve changed emails and passwords, but they still get in. It’s really frustrating.

@Bailey
I’ve installed Reolink cameras for businesses, and we haven’t had any security issues in the 4+ years I’ve been using them. They seem solid.

Flint said:
@Bailey
I’ve installed Reolink cameras for businesses, and we haven’t had any security issues in the 4+ years I’ve been using them. They seem solid.

Thanks for the info. My issue is that I think they got into my phone or cloned it. Every time I change my info, they get back in. Sometimes I even hear them on the cameras. They’ve been messing with the outside cameras too, moving them. I’ve had to tape them down just to keep them in place. It’s been really frustrating.