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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 346 reviews

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Customers value the superior camera quality and ease of use of the 8-Channel, 8-Camera Indoor/Outdoor DVR Surveillance System. Many also appreciate the system's affordability and effective night vision capabilities. However, some customers have noted that the DVR can be quite loud. Overall, the positive feedback on image clarity and user-friendliness outweighs the negative comments regarding the DVR's noise level.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good system clear picture

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    so far got 3 out of 8 installed, works great so far. got it connected to the internet so can see it from my desktop or smartphone now. still tweaking the motion sensor setting on each camera since you can set to cover/ignore certain areas in the field of view vs all or nothing. everyone was suggesting to get wireless, but you would still need to run power cables to a common point unless you are lucky enough to have outlets next to the mounting location. that or worry about batteries to change. recommend going to local hard ware store and getting outdoor weather proof wiring boxes that you can get a cover w/a 1/2" hole, like the ones you get for outdoor lighting. take the mounting base off the camera and it threads onto the cover plate, the box gives extra room to stash the cable connection. only down side so far is one of the camera's during testing would only show black and white not color so will have to exchange that when i get some free time.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great system

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got this system on recommendation from my son-in-law who installs security systems professionally. I am very happy with results using this system in my home.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Cable length

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Cams

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I did my due diligence and these cameras are a wonderful deal. I only wish the cords were longer. 100’ doesn’t quite reach every where in my ranch style home.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Night vision

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice clear picture

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pictures are amazing clear in daytime. Ok after dark.have not connected network,so no information there. Running wires take some time. Overall very pleased with this system.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy to set up

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my second Swann system. The other system was 10 years old and I needed a system I could access from the internet. This was the perfect system to go with. Easy to install and use their apps for internet access. Their technical support was great for any questions I had.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Night vision, Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    it works very well. We are very happy with it

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Do not be intimidated by the fact that you're going to connect 8 cameras on your house. All you have to do is run all of the wires drill the holes, screw them into the wall and connect the wires too the storage device. The definition and color is very good and the night vision is very very good, it states you can see up to a hundred feet but actually you can see much farther.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Picture quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Camera picture is great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The product itself is great, easy to install Picture quality is awesome. The directions on playback etc though were not included. Had to do it through the app which is not good. Took a while with help from tech support but have it going and no problems.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love The Camera System!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this system because I saw it at my sister's home. I have a Drop Cam and At&T Digital Life cameras. When the WiFi goes out, that is the end of the recording. I travel for weeks at a time and I want to feel more secure regarding my home's coverage. I love the system for it has high definition quality pictures on the monitor. Ability to install was easy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Cable length

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great system for the price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    They havent upgraded the software much since I bought tis system 5 years ago at old house but picture quality has much improved. I wish they provided longer cables but they are the same length as other systems in this price range.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great purchase

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this for our business. It was a very simple install anyone can do it. The video quality in HD is amazing. The Internet connection was a little tricky I did have to call customer service and after about a 15 minute wait and they got it up and running. I downloaded the mobile app to my iPhone and iPad so that I can check in on the warehouse during the weekend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great security cameras

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Installing cameras was pretty easy. Great video picture.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice picture quality

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought these cameras 6 months ago and since then I have not had any problem at all. They work perfectly!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Setup

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Home security camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Basic setup, takes time to hook up wireless feature.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Noise level

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great system

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very happy with this product. Crystal clear video, and set up was a breeze. Can remote view from all of my smart devices. Only downside is that the DVR is a little loud.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great cameras and operation system.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to install and good to use. The tablet app is good. watch for low permission email site.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality, Setup

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera system

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Installation of the cameras and the wires were easy. Initial set up of the functions were simple by just following the onscreen menus. Picture quality was great just what I was looking for at a great price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Swann 8 Camera DVR Surveillance System

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I just set mine up the other day. So far so good. The only thing I would complain about if I had to complain about somthing would be the fan noise from the DVR. Its a bit loud. I much rather deal with the noise than the DVR over heating because of it running nonstop.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Camera System at this Price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased the same Swann unit several years ago. It stopped working and I called their overseas service hotline. Got limited help and the call was very exhausting to say the least. Since I already had my Swann camera's installed, I bought this whole unit and just replaced the DVR which took less than 30 minutes. HOPE this one last a little longer or will switch brand and camera's next time.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality, Setup

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great quality easy set up

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The set up could not have been easier. This is a plug and play kind of easy. The video quality is good enough for my purposes. And playback is easy on the monitor or on my phone app. Very pleased with this system and would recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Setup

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great system

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to set up with a great picture even holds up well in restaurant use

    I would recommend this to a friend
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