Best Budget Home Security Cameras

Great home security cameras that deliver solid performance without breaking the bank. Proof that you don't need to overspend to get quality.

Reviewed by Sarah Lin, Family & Home Editor

The best battery life — 2 years on AA batteries with no wiring, no charging, and Alexa integration.

Brand: Blink • Price: $80 • Rating: 4.2/5

Resolution: 1080p Field Of View: 143 Night Vision: Infrared Power: 2x AA batteries (2 years)

The best indoor camera — compact, 2K video, privacy shutter, and Ring's trusted app for $50.

Brand: Ring • Price: $50 • Rating: 4.7/5

Resolution: 2K Field Of View: 140 Night Vision: Infrared Power: Wired (USB-C)

The best value outdoor camera — 2K QHD, starlight sensor, and local storage for $100 with no subscription.

Brand: TP-Link • Price: $100 • Rating: 4.4/5

Resolution: 2K QHD Field Of View: 150 Night Vision: Starlight sensor Power: Rechargeable battery (180 days)

The best budget security camera — 2.5K resolution, color night vision, and local storage for just $36.

Brand: Wyze • Price: $36 • Rating: 4.4/5

Resolution: 2.5K Field Of View: 130 Night Vision: Color (spotlight) Power: Wired (USB)