Home cameras with hub

[Mars]

I am completely frustrated with the cameras I elected to use around my house. The brand is Nooie and when they work, they work really well but if the house loses power (often) or anything upsets the WiFi like my having changed suppliers/router today, then they stop working and won't connect. I believe Nooie knows this because you can't buy them anymore but them being Chinese, you can't get any response out of their support channels anyway.

I work in IT so I know how to set things up - this isn't a user error, they're just st.

Requirements:

1. Wireless only
2. No batteries (I have already implemented mains power to the areas where I'd want to hang the cameras)
3. I would prefer something with it's own WiFi hub (not a full-on NVR) that physically connects into the router because the systems I already have that operate on this model work fine - Sonos and Heatmiser
4. Software for phone and PC if possible although PC isn't a deal breaker as I can always use Bluestacks emulator on the PC
5. Internet viewing
6. Ability to allow my neighbours access to them - so multiple accounts

Any recommendations please?

[arfur]

I use Reolink inside and outside.

They work perfectly. The outdoor ones are bullet solar/battery and the inside ones are ptz mains.

The outdoor ones also have SD cards in them as backup

Desktop and Phone apps with user management.

I have email alerting set up on them with motion zones and times. Again, works flawlessly

hth

[Ham_and_Jam]

On which brands are reliable, I have both Reolink and Foscam linked via wifi and record to a Synology NAS.

They were set up about 3 and 5 years ago. Since installing I have never had to touch them since, ever. Totally rock solid performance and easily accessible via there own apps or using the Synology app.

I’m sure both will have cameras and hardware that easily match your requirements. No hesitation in recommending either brands.

[Mars]

Thanks - I'll check them out.

[biggiles]

I'm not familiar with "Nooie" but a quick google implies they aren't compatible with ONVIF, which reduces the options somewhat.

I'd also suggest Reolink as a reasonable choice for cameras - you can use their Cloud setup (for some cameras) or their own local storage, or connect them up to a full-blown Frigate setup.

[Mars]

Oh I like the Reolink kit. There are some great options and more than one outdoor variant too. Nice.

I really wish I could run some ethernet around to benefit from one of their PoE systems but I really cannot. Still, the normal wireless kit looks great.

Thanks - I'm going to order some and strip out the crappy Nooie stuff.

[MM]

I had a number of Reolink cameras before switching to Unifi protect. I never used the Reolink NVR so can't comment on it but the cameras are good middle of the road units. Just watch with some of their wifi cameras, are not intended to run 24/7 especially if they have a battery in them. I would think about switching to POE, your life will be easier on down the line.

[arfur]

MM said:

I had a number of Reolink cameras before switching to Unifi protect. I never used the Reolink NVR so can't comment on it but the cameras are good middle of the road units. Just watch with some of their wifi cameras, are not intended to run 24/7 especially if they have a battery in them. I would think about switching to POE, your life will be easier on down the line.

I have 6 of the Reolink bullet cameras that are battery/solar powered outside. I honestly don't think I've ever seen the battery level drop further than 60% even in dead of winter. I have them all on motion detection with 30secs record to sd card. If they get motion they send an email. If I need to look at it then the app lets me look at the recording timelines and watch the video in it's glory. Luckily all I ever see on them is the local cats at night !

[Ham_and_Jam]

MM said:

I had a number of Reolink cameras before switching to Unifi protect. I never used the Reolink NVR so can't comment on it but the cameras are good middle of the road units. Just watch with some of their wifi cameras, are not intended to run 24/7 especially if they have a battery in them. I would think about switching to POE, your life will be easier on down the line.

My Reolink wifi camera was connected to wifi about 3 years ago, never touched it since and works perfectly,

[miniman]

I have a couple of Tapo cameras, work well.

[Buzz84]

I have Tapo cameras at home and they work really well. I have mains powered wireless ones and have always just worked.

I also have Reolink cameras that link back to NVR at work and they are really good. (The ones we have are cabled POEcbut I know they do plenty of WiFi and/or battery options)

Probably fine what you want via either manufacturer

[Mars]

Thanks for all the advice. I've been looking more into PoE. I didn't think I'd be able to run cables around the house and grounds originally but the advantages are so great that I'm planning the necessary cable routing along with installing ethernet for my other tech too. Seems the most obvious solution.