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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best cameras
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Helpful durable and great quality alots of storage with great HD
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Movement actuator is sensitive, no middle ground. Good system, Works all by app even the download then post on Facebook with phone, that took a few minutes to figure
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They work pretty good. Just wish they had a wider viewing area. The light stays on almost all the time on the one in the back of the house. It will turn off for about 5 sec then come right back on. There's nothing showing on the camera whenvI look at it. The cams are very sensitive and if they see vegetation flutter, they record as pixel change or human and again there's nothing on the camera. I had to turn notices off because every few minutes I would receive one. Pictures is clear and they are simple to use. I like that I don't have to pay a fee every month like with my old wireless cams that had to ve constantly taken down and charged.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The quality of the cameras is fine. Setup and installation were straightforward.
Here's the problems:
False alerts - I've had so many false alerts that I turned off notifications (Just turned it off after ten alerts while typing this). I have meticulously updated my activity areas and set sensitivity to the lowest. IT DOESN'T HELP! But without notifications, I could have just bought any other cameras system. It interprets everything as a human or vehicle. Notifications for motion only are tuned off. I understand a few false alerts, especially at night, but these are all day and night and the recordings don't even show any motion, let alone anything resembling a human.
Can't delete or lock videos - storage space is limited but it would be very helpful to be able to lock a video (via the app) so that it couldn't be overwritten. You can download to your local device but it would still be nice lock it in until I can get home to save it eventually. It will overwrite while on a decent length vacation. Also, the only way I've found to delete is to wait for it to overwrite.
Custom tile patterns needed - when viewing cameras via HDMI, it would be convenient to change the display options. You pretty much get four cameras at a time or all twelve, but in 12 view, you can't control which ones are displayed larger. Also, only interface is via a mouse. It will take input from a wireless mouse but still not the greatest.
Speakers could be better - the recordings have good quality audio, so microphones are okay. When talking back to someone through the camera, audio is garbled. The recordings have clear talk back, but when standing near the cameras, it is very difficult to understand what's being said.
Would potentially recommend but depends on needs and expectations.
Hi JPatriot, thank you for the detailed and thoughtful review. We're glad to hear the camera quality and installation met your expectations, but we’re sorry that the false alerts, notification controls, and system limitations have been frustrating. Your feedback about motion detection sensitivity, video management, display customization, and speaker clarity is extremely valuable—and we’ve shared it with our product development team for future improvements.
We’d also be happy to walk through some settings with you that may help reduce false alerts and improve app performance. Please feel free to reach out to our Support Team at 1-866-390-1303 if you’d like to troubleshoot further.
—Night Owl SP Digital Support Team
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
GREAT SECURITY CAMERAS
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
We havent installed these cameras as of yet, but I do have them installed at our business and we love them. Great pictures and videos and no problems at all. That is why we bought them again
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Excellent system very secure. Setting up the account was very easy. The only real issue is running the wires. A very affordable that added security to my home
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I like the Product since
1. Night Owl systems are budget-friendly, making them accessible to a wide range of users.
2. You can start with a basic kit and add more cameras as needed. This scalability is convenient for growing security needs.
3. The Night Owl app allows remote monitoring, playback, and alerts. It's user-friendly and provides peace of mind.
4. Night Owl cameras offer decent night vision capabilities, allowing surveillance even in low-light conditions.
5. The system detects motion and sends alerts, helping you stay informed about any activity around your property.
On the other side I don’t like the following
1. Night Owl systems require wiring, which can be cumbersome during setup. If you're not comfortable with DIY installation, this might be a drawback.
2. It has occasional glitches or software bugs. While updates address these, it's essential to be patient.
3. Depending on the camera model, viewing angles may not cover a wide area. Consider placement carefully.
4. Since Night Owl devices use Bluetooth for setup, there's a potential security risk. Ensure your network is secure to prevent unauthorized access.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
We have just installed the Night Owl cameras. So far we are very pleased with the product. It was an easy installation and the coverage on the property is very good. The night vision is also excellent. Plus we can view activity on more than one device. We are still trying to determine if we can install on smart TV.
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I recently purchased this Night Owl 12-channel security camera system, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Easy setup to great image quality, this camera system is great for home security.
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This is one of the best security systems I've had so far, great picture and sound quality, it picks up audio from far away,the two way communication is a nice option when you have a delivery or someone you don't want on your property.
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A little on the low quality side, however it works great. No subscription needed, so all you really have to pay for is this. No additional fees unless you want more space to keep previous footage on the cloud.