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When it comes to choosing the best home security camera, the Arlo Pro 5S 2K Spotlight camera stands out as the top choice. It offers a comprehensive range of features including two-way audio and robust smart home integration, making it a premium option for those seeking high-end performance.
However, the Arlo Pro 5S is on the pricier side, and there are plenty of other excellent cameras available. Brands like Google Nest, Eufy, Ring, Lorex, and Tapo provide various alternatives. Whether you’re looking for cameras with no subscription fees, budget-friendly options, or models with impressive local storage capabilities, these brands have something to suit every need and budget.
![A hand reaches to adjust the Arlo Pro 5S 2K camera on white trim on the outside of the house.](https://www.cnet.com/a/img/resize/a289bfb60055263ddf86896c22f384c75a751a12/hub/2024/01/30/53592a6d-02c9-4f8d-97c3-ac699c6fc7af/arlo-pro-5s-2k-installation1.jpg?auto=webp&fit=crop&height=144&width=144)
Best overall home security camera
Arlo Pro 5S 2K Spotlight Camera
![Reolink Duo 3](https://www.cnet.com/a/img/resize/2cfcdf4420754558caa80c1c95a028e05fea205e/hub/2024/06/27/5b64e5a0-0fb3-4b8d-b7a8-4ed9235d2fbc/duo-3.png?auto=webp&fit=crop&height=144&width=144)
16MP camera with 180-degree panoramic view
![nest-cam-indoor-outdoor-1](https://www.cnet.com/a/img/resize/d87ec020d09ab52be9996f1dc7fb3917d328400d/hub/2021/08/23/723bdc07-2640-49ff-953c-404b6c1144bb/nest-cam-indoor-outdoor-1.jpg?auto=webp&fit=crop&height=144&width=144)
Best versatile home security camera
Google Nest Indoor/Outdoor Cam (2nd-gen)
![A Ring Stick Up Cam Pro on a wooden table with its charging table.](https://www.cnet.com/a/img/resize/784a11f11e2197108d49fecd586590c3f47be580/hub/2024/03/06/aa7129e3-7219-4ddb-aa3a-005fd1a4a19b/ring-stick-up-pro-hero.jpg?auto=webp&fit=crop&height=144&width=144)
Best portable home security camera
Ring Indoor/Outdoor Stick Up Cam Pro
![The Eufy SoloCam S230 mounted to a white brick wall against blue sky.](https://www.cnet.com/a/img/resize/de752cf31212199105b15ebe6f0a6b18f9be80c8/hub/2024/04/19/ebf0c4f5-a519-4978-96d5-394d0f869d2a/eufy-solocam-s230.jpg?auto=webp&fit=crop&height=144&width=144)
Best cellular/LTE home security camera
Eufy 4G “Starlight” Camera S230
![Lorex Spotlight cam mounted on a white house.](https://www.cnet.com/a/img/resize/e04f0b2f5c75630b21cb0a22bdbd4d17e5525936/hub/2024/07/11/e81417ae-0379-4822-bce2-7bb7a184d34b/lorex-2k-spotlight.jpg?auto=webp&fit=crop&height=144&width=144)
Best local storage home security camera
Lorex 4K Spotlight Indoor/Outdoor Security Camera
![Nest doorbell](https://www.cnet.com/a/img/resize/8253ea71f55b22894702a6955254a09358697bc6/hub/2022/10/26/cb24b00e-05f5-4c8f-af0e-1328624ca008/nest-doorbell.png?auto=webp&fit=crop&height=144&width=144)
Best video doorbell camera
Google Nest Doorbell 2nd-gen (battery)
![A Tapo pan/tilt cam sits on a dark end table beside a lamp, next to a brown leather couch.](https://www.cnet.com/a/img/resize/819816a5d932251ddf4fb01d99a0567c10b3c65e/hub/2024/05/14/ed31c666-0f8f-478d-b68a-fe734acfdf10/tp-link-tapo-2k-pan-tilt-security-camera.jpg?auto=webp&fit=crop&height=144&width=144)
Best budget home security camera