Alternative to Ring/Skybell without monthly service

[Bboy486]

As the topic says I am looking for an alternative to the door bells on the market. I am running blue Iris and can replicate most of the functions except for the two way video chat which is ok.

What I want is a dropcam style camera that I can put on my door window sill facing out to my front porch.

I think this because the camera is behind glass and not as easy to unplug or break.

I saw the Foscam C1 but it has horrible reviews so I am looking to you guys for advise. TIA


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[fenderman]

As the topic says I am looking for an alternative to the door bells on the market. I am running blue Iris and can replicate most of the functions except for the two way video chat which is ok.

What I want is a dropcam style camera that I can put on my door window sill facing out to my front porch.

I think this because the camera is behind glass and not as easy to unplug or break.

I saw the Foscam C1 but it has horrible reviews so I am looking to you guys for advise. TIA


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Look at the hikvision cubes http://www.nellyssecurity.com/cameras/hi-def-cameras/ip-cameras/1-mp/hikvision-2cd2410f-iw-1-mp-indoor-ir-wifi-cube-camera-4mm.html

 

[Bboy486]

Looks like Hikvision is really popular on these forums.


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[fenderman]

Looks like Hikvision is really popular on these forums.


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Yes, they are a great value and solid cameras...Dahua is another good brand.

 

[Bboy486]

I'm sure they work with BI no problem?


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[fenderman]

I'm sure they work with BI no problem?


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Yes..