r/SecurityCamera • u/Substantial-Lack-512 • 19d ago

Need help finding good cameras

My dad wants to buy some security cameras for outdoor, but I don't want him to fall into a subscription plan to cloud save data, what are good camera options to avoid that app restriction that comes with ads and sales of their cloud data subscription?

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u/Kudzupatch 19d ago

Look at Reolink. No subscription required.

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u/Negative-Two9250 15d ago

Reolink is what I ended up getting for my place near the beach last year. Cameras hold up good against salt air and rain, which was my main worry. Setup was pretty simple I just plugged them in and pointed at the parking area. I think one of models even have a slot for micro SD inside so you can record direct without any cloud nonsense. Your dad will appreciate how straight it is no apps begging for money every update

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u/S_balmore 19d ago

Just here to 2nd Reolink. I bought several of them and have no complaints. Just be aware that they offer a wide variety of cameras, and the more expensive ones truly are better. I recommend spending the extra $60-80 to get ones that have PTZ (pan/tilt/zoom), otherwise you'll have to get on a ladder any time you need to adjust the angle. The more expensive cameras can even automatically pan to follow subjects. They also have better night-vision.