Who could ever think that light bulb cameras could be used as security solutions for homes? Developers have crafted one of the most common household items to offer a solution for one of the main causes of headaches in many homes: security. Light bulb cameras are specifically designed for covert recordings. The similarity between the bulb and the normal ones is impressive and it can fit into normal sockets perfectly. Once you have fixed the camera you can view the feed from wherever you are as long as you have a Wi-Fi connection. You can use the light bulb camera as a nanny camera and for general home security.

Let’ s look at some of the best light bulb cameras the market has to offer.

Tupeya Bulb Camera – Our Pick

The Tupeya Bulb Camera is a 1080p full HD camera that is as easy to use as screwing in a normal bulb. It provides a display with its full HD day and night vision. Now you don’t have to leave your porch lights open at all times because it’s night vision allows for visualization of up to 32 feet in the pitch dark. The image is both remarkable and clear without any pixelation because of the darkness.

Features

• 1080p Full HD display with day and night vision
• Motion detection and Alarm
• Micro SD Card Storage and playback
• Remote Control
• Works with iPhone
• 360 picture of the room

Motion Detection and Alarm

The motion detection and Alarm is a function that really adds to the value of this bulb camera. It will alert you to any movement near your house or in your room, this helps to keep your home safe, both when you’re home or outside. It also comes with an alarm function that alerts you to any suspicious movement that may trigger the motion detector. The sensitivity of the motion detector is also adjustable with the choice of 5 sensitivity settings.

View Anywhere

This is a camera that connects easily to your home WiFi. This means that wherever you are, you can easily keep an eye on your home and make sure that it’s safe. You can get a direct live stream to your iPhone or any android device. The fact that it gives a perfect image in the dark and that you can view the feed anywhere means that you can use it as a nanny cam to keep an eye on your baby.

Storage and Playback

Not only does the Tupeya Bulb Camera allow you to have access to the full HD live feed of your home at all times, but it also provides you with the ability to record this footage. All you have to do is insert an SD card and it will record all the footage so that you can view it at your own convenience.

Pros

• It provides perfect video both day and night
• Provides protection due to its motion detection feature
• You can record a video for later viewing
• It allows you to stream footage on any device
• User-friendly
• Works both with iOS and Android

Cons

• The connection sometimes gives trouble

Jbonest Panoramic Bulb camera

Key product features

• 360 degrees panoramic view
• Real-time payback for videos
• Two-way audio
• Multi-device viewing
• Adjustable brightness

Product design and features

Once you are connected to Wi-Fi and have downloaded the 360 eyes app, the setup process for the camera becomes very easy. You will be able to view quality images in a panoramic view wherever the camera is placed. With the two-way communication feature, you can also communicate with people at home.

Pros

• Quality images
• Two-way communication feature
• Easy setup process

Cons

• Cannot connect to 5GHz

Ferbon Panoramic Bulb

The Ferbon 1080 Panoramic bulb is a Rotatable WiFi camera. It provides you with the clearest HD image. It also gives a panoramic view of the area without any blind spots. The camera is of 2.0MP and provides you with a clear and crisp fish-eye view

Features

• 360° Panoramic Camera
• LED bulb
• Two-way audio
• Share to multiple users and night vision
• Wi-fi connection

LED Bulb

Not only does it look like an LED bulb, it even functions as one. This is a bulb that can be easily controlled with your phone. You can adjust its brightness as you need. And because it works like a normal bulb it limits suspicion and thus provides you with greater safety. The fact that it is shaped like a bulb gives it a clever disguise that may easily fool any burglar or outsider.

Share with multiple users and night vision

The cameras night vision feature makes it a great addition to the security of any home or workplace. It helps to keep your place safe without arousing any suspicion. Its panoramic view also makes sure that there are no blind spots. This helps to keep you safer in your home. You can even share the feed with multiple people. Like a spouse, sibling or a roommate.

Two-way Audio

The two-way audio makes it both a great way of communication and even better, it can freak the hell out of an intruder. Imagine how great it would be to prank a friend this way (pun intended). But all in all, what makes it a great feature is that it allows for communication between the viewer and the intruder.

Pros

• Its panoramic view doesn’t allow for any blind spots
• A great device and helps to reinforce your personal security
• Built-in mic and speaker
• Easy to setup
• Can be shared with multiple people for added security
• Bulb Shape

Cons

• Doesn’t support 5g network
• It has two lights that remain on even when the bulb is off.
• The image blurs when you zoom in.

Meisort VR13E Light Bulb cameras

Key product features

• • 360 degrees field of view
  • Night vision feature
  • HD resolution

• Smart App

Product description

Light bulb cameras have become a common favorite for most homes. Choosing the best light bulb camera that can achieve what you intended it to in the first place is priceless. Meisort VR13E is one of the light bulb cameras available in the market with vast features to choose from. At first glance, someone will think it’s a normal lighting bulb but it is not just a bulb, it is a light bulb with a covert camera for security solutions. You would not need any expertise to install the camera disguised as a bulb in your home. It functions just like a normal bulb and the setup is easy as 1 2 3. Let have a look at these features in detail. The camera comes with a free 32 GB MicroSD card; the camera can store up to 64 GB of information.

Product design and features

Smart App

Meisort VR13E light bulb cameras come with a downloadable free App for your smartphone. It is compatible with Android and IOS and available on both the Apple store and Google play store. Once you download the app to your phone, you can access the live stream from the camera from wherever you are. The number of viewers is not limited, you can add as many users as possible using the App and you can always be confident that someone is checking on your home when you are not.

Whether you are using your mobile data bundle or you are connected to Wi-Fi, you get to view the feed from the light bulb camera at your convenience. Snapshots are sent to your phone immediately motion is detected. Real-time viewing allows you to log in to your app to view the feed so you do not miss a thing on what is happening back at home.

Wide field of view

Meisort VR13E cameras do not limit the extent of the view in your property. Fitted with an inbuilt 1.3 megapixels fish-eyed lens for the camera, Meisort VR13E ensures that you can see all images and videos recorded by the camera in crystal clear capabilities. The light bulb camera also has a 360 degrees field of view with zero blind spots to enable the camera to capture extensive areas around where the camera is placed.

HD Resolution

Cheap light bulb cameras in the market offer poor quality imaging and therefore, you cannot get much from the feeds in case you are doing an investigation and using the feed as evidence. Meisort VR13E comes with a resolution of 960p providing you with high-quality images and videos. Blurry images and videos will be a thing of the past if you settle for these light bulb cameras.

Night vision capabilities

Security in the home should be all round the clock and therefore, a camera that offers you this possibility is definitely a must-have. The light bulb camera is fitted with infrared LED technology that supports night vision. The IR LED lights are automatic: once it is dark, the sensors adjust to night mode. During the day, the lights on the bulb automatically switch off to save on power. You can also turn the lights off in case the light is a distraction for example when the light bulb camera is placed in the bedroom. This feature can be controlled from your smart App

Easy setup and after-purchase use

Once you buy the light bulb camera, you do not have to worry about the installation process. Just like a normal lighting bulb, plug it into your lighting socket and you are good to go. Ensure that you have downloaded the App to link it to the light bulb camera so that you can remotely view the feed. As long as the camera is plugged into the socket, you do not have to keep on fiddling with the camera

Pros

• Wide field of vision
• Motion detection
• Night vision features
• Easy setup procedure
• Access feed remotely using your smartphone linked to the camera

Cons

• The light bulb camera does not function on 5G Wi-Fi

AX Security Camera Bulb

Key product features

• Wide field of view
• Motion detection
• HD resolution
• Night vision features

Product design and features

Easy setup procedure

AX security camera bulbs do not have complicated installation procedures. A quick look at the packaging you will see the product’s QR scan code. You will need to scan the code using your phone and you will be automatically redirected to the company’s YouTube channel. The learning video can be downloaded to your smartphone and it gives you a guideline on how to set up the light bulb camera.

After you have downloaded the video, you will be instructed to plug in the bulb into a light bulb socket. Once you have scanned the QR code again, you can be able to download the smart App. Then follow this procedure to link the camera to your smartphone:

• Click on the phone’s settings and connect MV + ID hotspot Wi-Fi
• Open the installed App
• Click on the + button located at the right corner on the upper side
• Click on Add Networked Device
• Scan the QR code on the packaging using your smartphone. You can also click on the LAN search
• Click the settings option and link the two devices that are the light bulb and your smartphone

The procedure might seem a bit technical but once you get to it you will realize it is easy.

Night vision features

Monitor your property day or night with the AX security light bulb camera. The camera is fitted with IR LED that is automated. Once it gets dark, the lights turn on.

Motion detection

Immediately motion is detected in the room, the camera sends notifications straight to your phone either as snapshots or emails. If it is at night, the lights on the light bulb camera will come on to capture the images in the room.

High resolution with quality images and viewing modes

Light bulb Valera with high definition features enables you to see images and the videos more clearly, this is what the AX has to offer. You can, therefore, monitor your home without missing a thing. You can adjust through 5 viewing modes according to your preference. AX security light bulb offers you round, roller, bowl, and runway along with a four-screen mode. The modes can be controlled straight from your phone and you can also view several cameras feeds from one phone.

Similar to the VR13E camera, the AX also boasts of a 360-degree view and a fish-eye lens that effortlessly captures wide areas of your home specifically where you have placed it.

Two-way communication channel

Wherever you are, you cannot only monitor your home but also communicate with the people at home. Give a command to your pets, talk to your nanny and children and watch live them from this camera. If you are looking for one camera that also serves the functions of a nanny camera, the AX will come in handy.

Pros

• Easy installation procedure
• Motion detection feature
• Wide viewing angles
• Two-way communication feature

Cons

• The microSD card for storage is not included in the package
• Does not support 5 GHz Wi-Fi

Graneywell Wi-Fi Light Bulb Camera

Key product features

• 1080p High Definition vision
• Night vision
• Two-way audio communication
• Motion detection

Product design and features

Wide field of view

Graneywell Wi-Fi light bulb camera offers you up to 360 degrees of viewing angle commonly referred to as the panoramic view. You can watch almost every corner of the area where the camera is placed say for example in the nursery area. The camera cannot capture all the rooms in the house and you will need to set up several at each location. Images are crystal clear regardless of the height where the light bulb camera is placed.

Smart App

Control the light bulb camera from your smartphone using the App available for Android and IOS. All the hassle that comes with the old models for the light bulb cameras has been phased out by the Graneywell wireless light bulb camera. The camera supports both AP Hotspot mode and Wi-Fi smart links; this means that the camera can use both Wi-Fi router networks and non-Wi-Fi router networks.

Two-way audio communication

From wherever you are, the security of your home is always with you. You will be able to see any happenings, monitor your pets, children as well as babysitters conveniently. The camera is highly configured to support the audio communication system that is two-way meaning you can talk or listen in.

Motion detection

Immediately motion is detected within the surroundings of the camera, a push alarm is sent to your phone. Everything will be recorded and saved to a microSD card: the light bulb camera supports up to 128GB external storage.

Installation procedure

Nobody loves gadgets with complicated setup procedures that will require you to research or even consult an expert. The installation of the Graneywell is pretty easy and direct requiring you to plug it into your spiral bulb socket. In case you do not have this, the company provides a lamp holder that you can use.  You will be required to download the camera App referred to as VR Cam, register an account and then configure the camera to a wireless network. Add the camera to your App and link the two via the instructions on the App and start monitoring your home.

Pros

• Easy installation procedure
• Motion detection push alarms
• Two-way audio communication

Cons

• Requires a separate microSD card

SDETER IP Light Bulb Camera

Key product features

• Wi-Fi enabled
• Wide viewing angle
• Two-way audio communication

Products design and features

Once you download the App to your smartphone, setting up the Sdeter light bulb camera is quick and very straightforward. All the instructions for the installation procedure are available on the light bulb camera app. The light bulb camera also comes with a mounting bracket from the manufacturer allowing you to mount it very easily on the ceiling in your house.

Similar to the AX and the VR13E, the camera has a wide field of view. Large viewing angles ensure that you see almost everything in the camera’s sight without having to adjust its position. Other cameras require you to adjust them anytime you want to view a particular part of the room where you have placed the light bulb camera.

More to this, the camera also offers high-resolution images giving you crystal clear pictures and videos of your home. You can easily pick out on the smallest of things with this camera as the camera is also fitted with motion sensors that send alerts once motion is detected. In case you want to retrieve old footage, you will need to buy a separate microSD card for the light bulb camera. Sdeter camera supports up to 132GB of memory card space. Last but not least, Sdeter offers you after-sales customer service if by any chance you face any challenges on the installation and performance of the light bulb camera.

Pros

• Motion detection
• High-quality images and videos
• Excellent customer service after the purchase

Cons

• Does not support 5GHz Wi-Fi

UC bulb Wi-Fi Light Bulb Camera

Key product features

• 1080p High definition camera
• A 2-way audio communication system
• Wide field of view

Product features and details

Light bulb cameras are diversifying the features they have to offer their customers. Manufacturers are on the run to develop brands that offer home security solutions and that is what the developers of UCbulb light bulb cameras have done.

With this light bulb, you can communicate with people back home from wherever you are. This feature is supported by the two-way communication feature which helps you talk to people at home either your children, your nanny or even give commands to your in-house pet as long as you are connected to Wi-Fi. The application available for your smartphone allows you to set up a link between the camera and the phone so you can access all the features of the camera including the two-way audio. The application is supported by Android, iPhone and your tablet.

View all happenings and activities at home in quality images and videos thanks to the high definition camera along with a fish-eye lens and 5 view modes. The camera offers a loop recording option that runs up to 24 hours.

The light bulb camera supports 16 GB microSD slots that come with the camera upon purchase.

Pros

• High-quality images
• No blind spots in the images and video feeds
• Two-way communication
• Instant alerts to your phone

Cons

• Limited storage options, you will need to keep buying memory cards for the light bulb camera

MECO Wi-Fi Bulb Security camera

Key product features

• Motion detection feature
• Two-way communication
• Panoramic view

 

Product features and details

Monitor the security of your home from wherever you are from the smart App from Meco who are the manufacturers of the Meco Wi-Fi bulb security camera. As long as you have a wireless connection from your phone, you will be able to view all the camera captures that are videos and images. Images and videos are clear as the camera has an HD resolution of up to 960 HD with a wide viewing angle. The 360 degrees angle of view allows you to see the happenings of were the camera is located and to view around the cameras on both left and right sides, slightly pinch the camera on both sides.

To obtain finer details of the feed, you can zoom the camera up to 4 times by simply double-tapping on the screen of your phone while logged on to the App. Communicate through the camera using your phone since the camera has an inbuilt two-way audio feature. Wad off intruders, command your pets and talk to your nanny and children freely and efficiently.

With the simple 1- step process, you can guarantee security to your home and peace of mind for yourself. You will only need to install the app over Wi-Fi and link it to your camera and that is it. You can proceed to mount it to the ceiling like a normal lighting bulb. The connection through the app also helps you receive notifications and alerts to your phone in case the camera detects any motion.

Pros

• Motion detection
• Easy setup
• Quality images and videos

Cons

• Only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connection

Antaivision Wireless Bulb Security Camera

Key product features

• 960p High Definition camera
• Two-way audio
• Motion detection
• Wi-Fi enabled

Product features and details

To get started with the Antaivision light bulb camera, you will first need to install the CoolCam mobile application from Google play store or Apple store. The mobile app is compatible with any smartphone you may have. The whole installation process takes less than a minute and only requires you have Wi-Fi and your phone. Once a link is created between the phone and the camera, you can control all functions from the comfort of your phone. Antaivision light bulb cameras do not come with mounting brackets and therefore you will have to use the bulb sockets available at home. Installing light bulb cameras is very cheap and hassle-free.

Once the light bulb camera, is installed and set up, you can enjoy 360 degrees field of view with absolutely no blind spots. Simply put, everything is within your sight and there are zero chances you will miss a thing. This is also supported by the motion detection alerts on the phone which upon detecting any movement in the room, sends alerts to your smartphone. You can also communicate and listen in as you watch over your property and your family.

Pros

• Have 8 LED lights to help you see in the dark.

Cons

• Cannot work without the microSD card
• No night vision abilities
• No motion detection alerts

Clearon Wi-Fi light bulb camera

Key product features

• Smart App
• 360 Degrees panoramic view
• Night vision

Product design and features

Clearon light bulb camera offers you a wide field of view with excellent images from the high definition camera. The camera provides you with a zoom option of up to 4X. You can also communicate with anyone at home as the camera has both microphone and speaker allowing you to not only monitor activities but also listen in both day and night.

Clearon light bulb cameras have IR LED that allows you to view up to 32 feet away from the camera in a well-lit room courtesy of the 3 LED lights.  Push notifications will be sent to your phone immediately motion is detected and you can retrieve them from the SD card as well.

The setup process for the camera is pretty simple. Once you have connected the light bulb camera to the socket and connected it to Wi-Fi, you will need to link it with the App on your phone before you start using and controlling the camera.

Pros

• Night vision
• Motion detection alerts
• Two-way audio communication

Cons

• Picks up false alarm easily

Bellcam lightbulb security camera

Key product features

• Panoramic view
• HD resolution
• Wi-Fi enabled

Products design and features

Bellcam light bulb security camera allows you to view clear quality images and videos from the mobile application courtesy of 360 degrees viewing angle and a 165-fisheye lens. Regardless of whether is day or night, you can monitor your home: the camera has an inbuilt infrared LED that ensures images are visible even when its dark. As soon as motion is detected, notifications are sent to your phone.

Pros

• Motion detection technology
• Easy setup and use
• Two-way communication

Cons

• Does not support 5GHz Wi-Fi

Conclusion

Several light bulb camera brands are available in the market each with its design and specifications. However, from the review, we can see that most cameras have standard features that cut across all the brands. Tupeya Light Bulb camera seems to stand out from the rest as it as some unique features that we have discussed in detail. It is important that when you go shopping for a light bulb camera, you work within your budget and chose one that has a lot to offer for less.

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