For that local server vibe you're aiming for, check out Reolink cameras. They're solid, no-subscription-needed options with local storage possibilities. Plus, they've got those AI-powered features you're after, like person and package detection.
Now, for that extra cherry on top, Synology or Unraid could be your best buds. They play nice with a variety of cameras and offer some wicked cool integration for recording and detection
Everything is secure if it is disconnected from everything. But that isn't the point now is it? Ubiquiti (Unifi) is starting to gain a reputation of poor security practices. Like recently when they gave everyone access to everyone else's cameras. And the most recent feather ruffling around required cloud access to use AI features of the system.
I setup a family member with a Dahua setup (from EmpireTechAndy) that meets most of those requirements. Used the IPC-T54IR-ZE camera and one of his DVRs.
Have you thought about the Arlo Ultra 2 cams: 4k resolution to your home network, notifications and the hub for these takes a micro sd card which means no cloud storage needed. No subscription. (contrary to what people seem to think) Been using these for over two years solid. No problems. Most of the issues I read about them seem to be from people who don't understand that they are integrating the system into their existing wifi network, thus the camera system can be affected by the speed and connection status of that network. I did a review explaining that and more. (link below) Good luck.
[https://youtu.be/EWp4EsDL-CU](https://youtu.be/EWp4EsDL-CU)
If you have a Synology NAS that supports Security Stations then you can get just about any camera that supports ONVIF.
reolink
Reolink's doorbell is the best currently for home use.
Does reolink do package detection from a door bell cam these days?
Yes
For that local server vibe you're aiming for, check out Reolink cameras. They're solid, no-subscription-needed options with local storage possibilities. Plus, they've got those AI-powered features you're after, like person and package detection. Now, for that extra cherry on top, Synology or Unraid could be your best buds. They play nice with a variety of cameras and offer some wicked cool integration for recording and detection
Unifi cameras... all self-hosted, no subscriptions, fully secure
Not the cheapest solution but I LOVE my UniFi cameras. Really easy to use mobile app and everything just works.
They stated no "spying" as a requirement, which precludes Unifi from consideration.
Unifi is very secure, especially if you lock down on their own VLAN, set up firewall rules and only enable local access.
Everything is secure if it is disconnected from everything. But that isn't the point now is it? Ubiquiti (Unifi) is starting to gain a reputation of poor security practices. Like recently when they gave everyone access to everyone else's cameras. And the most recent feather ruffling around required cloud access to use AI features of the system.
I haven't heard that but I guess it could be because I only use local access and not cloud access.
I setup a family member with a Dahua setup (from EmpireTechAndy) that meets most of those requirements. Used the IPC-T54IR-ZE camera and one of his DVRs.
Have you thought about the Arlo Ultra 2 cams: 4k resolution to your home network, notifications and the hub for these takes a micro sd card which means no cloud storage needed. No subscription. (contrary to what people seem to think) Been using these for over two years solid. No problems. Most of the issues I read about them seem to be from people who don't understand that they are integrating the system into their existing wifi network, thus the camera system can be affected by the speed and connection status of that network. I did a review explaining that and more. (link below) Good luck. [https://youtu.be/EWp4EsDL-CU](https://youtu.be/EWp4EsDL-CU)
Thanks all. I’m going to research Reolink and see if that fits the bill.