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Best Home Security Cameras for Apple HomeKit and Siri in 2025

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camera quality

Camera resolution and field of view are critical to getting all the details you need from your security cameras. Higher resolutions like 2K and a field of view of over 130 degrees are the hallmarks of a good home security camera. It would be nice if the camera could pan and tilt to capture additional areas. This goes hand in hand with the quality of the application, enabling simple, highly detailed real-time views on demand.

Design quality

We like the sturdy, compact cam that can be placed or mounted in a variety of positions for quick installation. The design also adds a lot of value to the camera – the ability to turn on a spotlight or sound an alarm is very useful for home security. Likewise, motion detection features should be customizable, including options like motion zones and privacy zones, to reduce false alarms and motion sensitivity. You should be able to adjust the settings until you get the notifications you want.

Wired vs wireless

Wired cameras don’t require charging and tend to be a bit cheaper, but they are more limited in placement and require more outdoor installation work. Wireless cameras are easier to place and avoid the complication of cables, but you have to recharge or replace the batteries, usually every few months or so. We largely prefer wireless cameras if possible, but wired cameras can be a useful option, especially with models like video doorbells that can connect to existing doorbell wiring.

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Smart home security cameras should offer two-way audio for fast communication through the app. Apple’s HomePod range doesn’t have two-way audio capabilities, but they can be used through other apps.

object recognition

Object recognition is the ability to distinguish between objects such as humans, pets, vehicles, and packages, and then send you customized alerts or ignore certain objects. This is a very important feature for modern security cameras, but it’s sometimes locked behind a subscription.

video storage

Video storage is not an absolute requirement, but we strongly recommend that you be able to save, download, and share videos with any camera. Sometimes this feature is locked behind a cloud storage subscription (such as iCloud+), but in other cases you can opt for local storage using a microSD card or similar setup. Local storage is more expensive to set up, but can keep you away from the cloud and avoid subscription fees if you want to avoid it.

Additional smart home support

Our list is guaranteed to support Apple, you may want a camera with additional smart home support, such as working with Alexa or Google Home. If you have an existing security system, look for devices that can be integrated into existing control panels or apps.

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