The top 5 subscription-free home security cameras, tested and recommended by home tech experts
The top 5 subscription-free home security cameras, tested and recommended by home tech experts

These home security cameras will provide protection and peace of mind without tying you into an extra payment plan for storage and advanced features.

Should I buy a Blink or Ring doorbell this Prime Day? Two big video doorbell brands compared
Should I buy a Blink or Ring doorbell this Prime Day? Two big video doorbell brands compared

Video doorbells are seeing some huge price cuts right now — here’s how to choose the right one for your home.

Which Ring doorbell should I buy? A simple guide to the different options

Not sure whether to go hardwired or battery? Or what difference between Pro and Plus models? Here’s what you need to know before buying a Ring video doorbell.

With the second-gen Ring Battery Video Doorbell Plus, the head-to-toe doorbell finally goes 2K

The latest version of Ring’s wireless video doorbell is a big step up rather than a minor refresh, and a great pick if you’re not put off by the subscription fee.

I installed this brilliant peephole camera in 10 minutes, and it’s a great subscription-free alternative to a video doorbell for renters and apartment-dwellers

If you live in an apartment or rented house, this clever little camera gives you all the best features of a video doorbell without damaging your door.

The Yale Linus Smart Lock L2 Lite is a clever, affordable Matter lock with no subscription fee, but a few rough edges

A renter-friendly smart lock that plays nicely with all the main smart home platforms, once you’ve navigated the instruction manual.

This clever peephole camera is perfect for renters, adding smart home video without wires, drilling, or an expensive subscription

EZVIZ’s new EP4 door camera looks like an excellent alternative to video doorbells, especially for rental properties

Google says Nest cameras can now identify and track your furry friends at home

Google’s Pet Memory lets supported Nest cameras identify pets by name, but Ring’s Search Party backlash shows why AI pet recognition already carries privacy baggage.

With 4G connectivity in addition to the usual Wi-Fi, the IMOU AOV PT is the ideal security camera for large properties

No Wi-Fi signal? No problem — this solid security camera has you covered, with solar charging and optional on-board storage for your videos as well.