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The 25+ best Prime Day security camera deals
Day 2 of Amazon Prime Day is almost over, but there are still some great chances to score deals on your favorite tech. If you're looking specifically for a smart home security camera, you're in luck because there are plenty of deals to be had on brands like Ring, Blink, Arlo, Wyze, and even Roku.
Also: The best Prime Day deals: Live updates
Some cameras on this list are indoor or outdoor, some are wireless versions powered by a battery, some are plug-in, and some make great pet camera options.
Thanks to Prime Day deals, you can save hundreds of dollars on popular security cameras right now. We'll continue to update this list with new Prime Day security camera deals throughout the rest of the day.
Best security camera deals for Amazon Prime Day 2024
- Blink Whole Home Bundle for $90 (save $110): This Blink bundle includes an Outdoor 4 camera, a Mini 2 camera, and a Video Doorbell system, saving you 55%.
- Blink Outdoor 4 Smart Security Camera 4-pack for $132 (save $207): These outdoor cameras are simple to set up, affordable, and wireless. In her review, ZDNET's Maria Diaz called Blink outdoor cameras "a reliable solution to the problem of the dark side of my yard."
- Arlo Pro 5S 2K outdoor spotlight camera for $120 (save $130): With Enhanced 2K HDR and 12X zoom, this camera will capture every detail. It's designed to be used with part of a larger Arlo security system, but it functions just fine on its own.
- Ring Stick Up Cam Battery with Ring Indoor Cam for $80 (save $80): Cover the inside and outside of your home with these two convenient cameras that let you see, hear, and speak to anyone.
- Blink Outdoor 4 + Blink Mini 2 Security Cameras for $50 (save $90): Get indoor and outdoor coverage in full HD with these cameras with many useful features.
- Arlo Essential 2K Outdoor Security Camera for $69 (Save $30): This indoor or outdoor smart security camera provides 2K resolution so you can see all the important details
- Ring Indoor Cam for $30 (Save $30): If you're looking for an affordable indoor security camera, you won't find a better deal than this $30 device from Ring. It has 1080p HD video, color night vision, two-way talk, and a privacy cover.
- Blink Mini indoor security camera for $15 (save $15): One of the most affordable options available, the Blink Mini indoor camera provides HD video, night vision, two-way audio, and more.
- TP-Link Tapo 1080P Indoor Security Camera for $15 (save $10): This highly rated motion-detecting security camera is great to use as a pet or baby monitor, and it's 40% off for Prime Day.
- Blink Outdoor 4 Security Camera 5-pack for $159 (save $240): If you're looking for total home coverage, this five-pack of Blink cameras should be enough to cover all entrances and then some.
- Kasa Indoor Pan/Tilt Smart Security Camera for $23 (save $7): Another good option for pet or baby monitoring, this Kasa indoor camera gives you a 360-degree view.
- Blink Mini 2 for $20 (save $20): This plug-in smart security camera offers 1080p HD live-view video.
- Current price: $132
- Original price: $340
The Blink Outdoor 4 is one of the most versatile and easy-to-use smart security cameras, and you can save over $200 on this four-pack. These wireless cameras use a simple screw-in mount and promise full HD recordings at any time of day, plus two-way audio, enhanced motion detection, and customizable security zones. Batteries last up to two years, depending on how active your cameras are. You can connect to an Alexa-enabled device to engage live view, arm and disarm your system, and more.
Review: The battery-powered Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera is just what my dark yard needed
- Current price: $80
- Original price: $160
This Ring stick-up camera and indoor camera bundle gives you indoor and outdoor HD coverage at half the retail price. The stick-up camera is a wireless, battery-powered option designed for indoor or outdoor use, while the indoor camera is a wired option for interior use. Live view and two-way talk give you total protection, and customizable privacy zones mean you'll avoid false alerts.
- Current price: $50
- Original price: $140
If you're looking for indoor and outdoor coverage for a small space, you won't find a better deal than the Blink Outdoor 4 plus indoor Mini 2 security cameras. At 64% off, you're saving $90 with this bundle. You get a wireless outdoor camera and a plug-in indoor camera. Both cameras record in HD, store videos in the cloud, allow two-way conversation, and have Alexa support.
- Current price: $69
- Original price: $99
This 2K resolution camera is a fantastic option if you need to watch a broad area or see fine details. It's totally wireless, meaning it can be installed indoors or outdoors. A built-in spotlight helps ward off intruders, and noise-cancelling audio lets you both speak and hear clearly.
- Current price: $30
- Original price: $60
The Ring indoor camera is an affordable option if you're looking for something to keep an eye on your pets or family member, or just need a little extra security. In addition to being 1080p HD, it has color night vision plus two-way talk and more. This camera has a nice feature that records a few extra seconds before every motion event, making sure you capture everything.
More Prime Day 2024 security camera deals
- Eufy Security Floodlight E340 for $150 (save $70): This camera pans 360 degrees horizontally for a complete view, and advanced AI identifies people and tracks their movements.
- Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro for $200 (save $50): This floodlight camera has motion-activated LED floodlights, along with Bird's Eye View to monitor motion events from above.
- Blink Mini 2 for $20 (save $20): This camera records in HD, stores videos in the cloud, allows two-way conversations, and has Alexa support.
- Wyze Cam v3 Indoor/Outdoor Wired for $19 (save $17): This security camera has color night vision, motion sound detection, and two-way audio, so your home is always secure.
- Petcube Cam 360 for $38 (save $15): Keep tabs on your furry friends when they are home alone with this pet camera that has two-way audio, night vision, and AI-powered pet recognition.
- SimpliSafe SimpliCam for $70 (save $30): See what's happening inside your home with a wide, 120-degree field of view camera that has 1080p HD resolution and night vision.
- Lorex4K Security Camera for $97 (save $33): This security camera allows for full-color video in ambient light settings. With IR Night Vision, get crisp black and white video in dark nighttime conditions with infrared LEDs.
- Roku Floodlight Camera for $100 (save $20): This home security camera gives you a 270-degree view of your outdoor area up to 30 feet away in 1080p HD.
- Wyze Cam Pan v3 for $29 (save $11): Pan, tilt, and zoom 180 degrees vertically and 360 degrees rotation with this camera that won't miss anything.
- Roku Smart Home Indoor Camera for $18 (save $17): This indoor camera has automatic motion detection, and you can pull up your camera's feed on your Roku TV or Roku Player.
- Google Nest Cam (2-pack) for $250 (save $80): If your Wi-Fi goes down or there's a power outage, these cameras will store up to an hour of recorded events so you can see what you missed.
- Panasonic HomeHawk Window Home Monitoring Camera for $110 (save $40): This camera mounts to any interior window to capture the outside with 1080p HD video and color night vision.
FAQs
When is Amazon Prime Day 2024?
Amazon's biggest sales event of the year, Prime Day 2024 runs through the end of today, with major discounts across various product categories, including phones, laptops, TVs, audio, and more. While the best deals are available for Prime members only, sellers often mark down products for non-Prime members to take advantage of. The event officially takes place on July 16 and July 17.
Are smart cameras really cheaper on Prime Day?
It is true that prices on most Amazon items fluctuate throughout the year, but thanks to price tracking tools, we're able to see exactly how much. Our research shows that for most of the smart cameras on this list, prices are at their lowest point of the year. So yes, you can really save money on Prime Day.
How did we choose these Prime Day deals?
ZDNET only writes about deals that we would buy for ourselves. We start by choosing reliable, recognized brands with a history of satisfied customers. Brands that don't have a good reputation or ones that inflate prices to create artificial sales won't make our list. Using established price comparison tools and trackers, we try to find deals that are at least 20% off. In many cases, our recommendations come from products that we've tested.
Are there different security camera deals on Prime Day 2?
The answer is yes and no. Deals come and go throughout the two days of Prime Day -- even after the event, you will still see some deals lingering, albeit not as high of a dollar amount in savings. However, we recommend that if you see something on sale during Prime Day you are eyeing, buy it now because you never know when the deal will expire (especially if it's a lightning deal or a deal on a popular brand).
What are the best Prime Day 2024 deals?
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