Don't wait for Black Friday! Pre-Black Friday sales are already in full swing, and you can find deals on everything from home goods to home security systems.
Maybe it's because people are becoming more privacy-conscious these days, but everyone seems to be doubling down on surveillance systems for their homes andvehicles. If you haven’t seen that dash cam video of the staged car crash scam, you really should — it's definitely a wake-up call for the need to document everything.
SEE ALSO: I'm a tech editor, and these are the early Black Friday deals threatening my walletThese gadgets also make great gifts for the security-conscious folks in your life. A couple of years ago, I bought my parents a video doorbell, and they love checking to see if someone’s turning around in their drive and the animals scurrying through their yard whenever they’re out of town. (I named their local raccoon Little King Trashmouth, IYKYK.)
Now, Amazon has deals with top brands like Blink, Arlo, Google Nest, and TP-Link Tapo.
Here are a few to keep an eye on:
If you’re looking for a home security camera that offers great image quality, motion detection, and a budget-friendly price, the Blink Outdoor 4 [Newest Model] is a solid choice.
Right now, you can get this wireless outdoor/indoor home security camera system (it comes with three cameras) for just $99.99 — that’s 62% off the list price and the lowest price we’ve seen on this camera to date.
This home security system lets you see every camera from your phone in 1080p HD live view. It also has night vision and two-way audio to talk to visitors or scare off would-be burglars. It also has a two-year battery life and can be set up in minutes without the help of a professional. With the included 30-day trial of a Blink Subscription, you can record, save, and share your video clips.
Bonus: If you have an Alexa-enabled device, you can use voice commands to access your live camera feed.
Roku Outdoor Camera — $19.99 $43.03(save $23.04)
Blink Mini 2 — $34.99 $69.99(save $35)
Arlo Pro 3 Wireless LED Floodlight Security Camera — $154.99 $249.99(save $95)
SimpliSafe 7-Piece Wireless Outdoor Camera Home Security System — $224.99 $449.99(save $225)
ecobee Total Security Bundle (Smart Doorbell, SmartSensor, Smart Thermostat) — $369.97 $489.97(save $120)
The Arlo Essential Wired Video Doorbell (AVD1001B) is only $29.97 at Amazon. That’s a 77% discount and a record-low price for this model.
This HD video doorbell is wired, so installation will require existing electrical wiring with a voltage between 16V AC and 24V AC to power it. But for under $30, it’s definitely worth considering as an option over the more expensive smart home gadgets out there.
The Arlo Essential Wired Video Doorbell (AVD1001B) features two-way audio, smart alerts, night vision, and the ability to see visitors from your phone wherever you are. It also works with compatible smart devices like Alexa and Google Assistant.
With more than 19K Amazon reviews and a 4-star average rating, it's a popular choice for shoppers looking for an affordable, feature-packed video doorbell.
Kasa Smart Video Doorbell (KD110) — $37.99 $59.99(save $22)
Tapo TP-Link Smart Video Doorbell Camera (D230S1) — $79.99 $119.99(save $40)
Arlo Video Doorbell (AVDK4001-100CNS) — $89.99 $149.99(save $60)
Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen) — $98 $179.99(save $81.99)
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