The 10 Best Wireless Security Cameras for Outdoors 2020
Whether you are looking for a budget option or a top of the line model, we have compiled the best wireless security cameras on the market. Keep your home safe and monitor your property with these highly-reviewed security cameras.
Best Wireless Security Camera Overall:
Option 1: Arlo Pro 3 – Wire-Free Security 2 Camera System with a Spotlight and Night Vision
Go completely wireless with this cordless security camera. Despite it’s small size and the cool fact that it does not require a wall socket, this little wonder outperforms its higher priced rivals.
We chose this camera because it takes minutes to install! You don’t require an electrical box as this model is battery-powered and completely wireless. Once you adhere it to the wall with the strong double-sided tape, all you need to do is connect it to your Wi-Fi and you are good to go. Features like multiple sensors for movement detection with a 160 degree field of vision make this little wonder an all round champion. The fact that it doesn’t require a subscription to store your videos on the cloud for 30 days is an added bonus.
Best Camera with Floodlights
Option 1: Ring Floodlight Camera Motion-Activated HD Security Cam Two-Way Talk and Siren Alarm
What we like:
- Works with Alexa: “Alexa, show me the front camera”.
- Integrated motion-activated flood lights and siren
- 1080HD video with infrared night vision and Live View
What we don’t like:
- Requires a weatherproof electrical box
- Additional features available through the Ring Protect Plan subscription
This motion-activated camera has two-way talk, bright LED floodlights, and a built-in siren. The camera records in 1080HD and you can stream it live from anywhere in the world. If someone trips the built in sensors you receive an alert on your phone and if it is an intruder you can remotely activate the siren from your phone. If it is a visitor, you have the option to talk to them directly from your phone.
It comes with all the required mounting brackets and screws and can be installed in less than 30 minutes. You can then connect it to your wi-fi to activate the camera. Since it has a 140° horizontal and 78° vertical field of view with an adjustable hinge, you can cover every corner of your front yard. You can control the field of vision on your Ring app. And yes, the floodlights can also be scheduled to light up your yard for a BBQ!
Best Multi-Pack Security Cameras
Option 1: 
Zmodo Outdoor Security Camera (4 Pack)
Look, most of the cameras in this list will give you a wide enough angle to cover the front yard and more. But if you want a full 360 degree view around your house, you will need to install multiple cameras. And ideally you would like to do it without spending hundreds of dollars.
The Zmodo range of security cameras has some excellent options. We picked the best one out of the lot. This pack will give you four wireless HD cameras that feed video directly to your phone, provide cloud storage, adjustable night vision, and they also work with Alexa. You can’t go wrong for $119.99, now can you?
Option 2: Hiseeu Wireless Security Camera System with 1TB Hard Drive
Four cameras with a 1TB of onboard storage. These cameras have a sturdy construction that withstands the elements, and provides HD clarity video even at night. Because of the in-built storage you can store 30 days of footage locally, without depending on cloud storage solutions. But if you do require cloud storage – to access the video feed remotely – you can sign up to the free EseeCloud service and register your devices online.
Like all the other wireless security cameras on this list you can control most of the features directly from your phone. you can also connect it to Alexa to enable voice commands and feed the camera vision directly to the Alexa screen.
Best Wireless Security Cameras under $100
Zumimall Wireless Rechargeable Battery Powered WiFi Camera
For less than $80 you get a completely cordless, rechargeable battery powered, mini wonder that has features to put bigger and more expensive cameras to shame.
It will take you 5 minutes to install this miniature wonder as it does not have any power cords or complicated installation instructions. The high-tech infrared motion sensor identifies moving people from over 30ft away – even when it’s dark. Better still, there is no bulky hard drive storage but it still has the capacity to store footage through the 128GB expandable SD card slot. It has IP65 weather resistance so its perfectly capable of working outdoors but it will also be a good camera for indoor installation. Zumimall also has a compatible solar panel – that you can buy separately for $30.99 – and use it to charge the in-built battery for several months.
Best Wireless Security Cameras under $50
Option 1: Amiccom Outdoor Security Camera with Night Vision and Motion Detection
IP Camera with Two-Way Audio: The HD camera shoots images and videos in high-res 1080p resolution. It packs a 3.6mm wide lens to cover a wide viewing angle and crisp resolution in complete darkness as well because of its superior night vision technology. Plus an IP66 rating means that the weather doesn’t stand a chance against this camera.
The smart motion detection identifies intruders through infrared movements. You can adjust the sensitivity through the Amiccom app which is available on both Android and Apple phones. The app also enables you to receive activity alerts directly on your phone. Once you set the sensitivity of the motion detection, the camera will alert you if an intruder trips the sensor. You can then choose to alert the intruder through the deterrent alarm or enable two-way talk if it is someone you know.
Option 2: Wansview Outdoor Security Camera
Look, if you’re looking for a no-nonsense wireless security camera that will only cost you less than $50, then this is the option that you’re looking for. It’s got everything that you need from a wireless security camera but does not come with that hefty price tag.
You can not only use it outdoors because it’s built with materials that can withstand extreme weathers whether it’s minus 20°c or plus 40°c but you can also use it inside the house as a home surveillance system. The video quality that you get with this camera is high definition 1080HD. It has wireless connectivity so just connect it to your Wi-Fi, download the app, and stream the video directly to your phone. You can also use the app to remotely access the features of the camera so stream the video directly or if you want to change any settings on the camera you can do it from your phone anywhere in the world.
And like the big boys it’s also compatible with Alexa so you can stream your video to your Alexa screen and use voice commands to control your wireless security camera.
Best Solar-Powered Wireless Security Cameras
Option 1: Ring Stick Up Security Camera with Solar Power
This is another gem from the Ring family. It has all the features of the Ring stick up camera so you get two way talk, motion detection, motion detected notifications, video streaming directly to your device or your home assistant, you can control the device from the app or Alexa via voice commands. And you also get unlimited power through the attached solar panel in any weather!
And while this camera can operate without a subscription you can buy one for $3 a month. With this subscription you get plenty of features like see and share videos, access videos that you might have missed etc. because this will store hours worth of video on the cloud. This is a very comprehensive service that provides a lot of cover that you might not otherwise get. And all that for a minuscule amount of money. If you have multiple cameras in your household you can buy a family’s household subscription for 10 USD a month. This subscription will cover all the cameras installed in your home.
Option 2: Reolink Outdoor Security Camera Argus 2 + Solar Panel
This camera is completely wire-free thanks to its solar panel powered battery. The installation is so easy you will be up and running in a few mins! You don’t have to worry about charging or changing the batteries either as the attached solar panel saves enough energy to last the night as long as you have the sun for a few hours a day.
While it has the option for cloud storage it also allows for local SD card storage. It has all the standard features such as two-way talk, customized siren, a 130 degree viewing angle, Alexa and Nest connectivity. The 1080HD recording is crystal clear and so is the superior night vision technology.
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