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Cameras, doorbells, alarm kits, smart locks and sensors, scored and compared on the specs that matter after dark: resolution, night vision, storage, power and how far the alerts really reach.

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Brands tracked: 69
Device categories: 8

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CAM 02 · FRONT DOORUbiquiti UniFi Protect G4 Doorbell

CAM 03 · DRIVEWAYEufy Security Floodlight Cam 2 Pro

CAM 04 · SIDE ENTRYSchlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt

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01 / Zones

Pick the part of the house you're securing

Every device on SentrySill sits in one of 8 categories. Tap a zone to filter the catalog.

78Security CamerasIndoor, outdoor, PoE and battery cams 30Video DoorbellsSee and talk to whoever is at the door 08Floodlight Cams & LightsLight up the yard, record what moves 22Alarm SystemsPanels and kits that arm the whole house 20Smart LocksKeyless deadbolts, keypads and retrofits 21Sensors & DetectorsMotion, contact, glass-break and smoke 14NVR & DVR KitsWired multi-camera recording systems 09Hubs & Add-onsBase stations, keypads, chimes, extenders

02 / Editor's top picks

Four devices we'd put on our own house

The highest-scoring model in each of the four categories most homes start with.

FILE #01

Best security camera

ArloArlo Ultra 2

The Arlo Ultra 2 delivers premium 4K HDR footage, excellent color night vision, and a wide field of view that make it a top-tier choice for…

Resolution4K HDR (2160p)
Field of View180 degrees
Night VisionColor Night Vision with spotlight

4.6Open case file

FILE #02

Best video doorbell

UbiquitiUbiquiti UniFi Protect G4 Doorbell

The UniFi Protect G4 Doorbell is an excellent choice for users already invested in the Ubiquiti ecosystem…

Resolution5MP HDR
Field of View180° vertical / 160° horizontal
PowerPoE (802.3af)

4.5Open case file

FILE #03

Best smart lock

SchlageSchlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt

The Schlage Encode Plus is a top-tier smart deadbolt for homeowners deep in the Apple ecosystem, offering…

ConnectivityBuilt-in WiFi 2.4GHz + Bluetooth
Encryption94-bit AES encryption
Power Source4 AA batteries (up to 6 months)

4.6Open case file

FILE #04

Best alarm system

QolsysQolsys IQ Panel 4

The Qolsys IQ Panel 4 is a premium, feature-rich smart home security hub that balances professional-grade…

Display7-inch LCD touchscreen
ConnectivityWi-Fi, Z-Wave Plus, PowerG, optional LTE
Battery Backup24 hours

4.6Open case file

03 / Lineup

Top 5 cameras, side by side

Our five best-scored cameras with the specs that decide footage quality. Click any row for the full review.

#	Camera	Score	Bench index	Resolution	Field of view	Night vision	Setup	Alert lag	False alerts / wk
01	Arlo Ultra 2Arlo · Cameras	4.6	88	4K HDR (2160p)	180 degrees	Color Night Vision with spotlight	30 min	1.7 s	5
02	Eufy Security eufyCam 2 ProEufy · Cameras	4.6	90	2K (2560x1920)	135 degrees	25 feet	37 min	2.2 s	8
03	Eufy Security eufyCam 3Eufy · Cameras	4.6	89	4K Ultra HD (3840x2160)	135 degrees diagonal	—	41 min	2.7 s	1
04	Eufy Security Floodlight Cam 2 ProEufy · Floodlights	4.6	90	2K (2560x1920)	130° diagonal	—	37 min	1.6 s	3
05	Reolink Duo 2 PoEReolink · Cameras	4.6	87	4K (8MP total, dual 4MP lenses)	180° panoramic	Up to 30m (color)	25 min	2.2 s	6

Bench index, setup time, alert lag and false-alert counts are SentrySill editorial estimates for comparison only; manufacturer specs are quoted as published.

Ring23Arlo12Google Nest12SimpliSafe9Wyze9Eufy8Reolink7Vivint6Abode5Blink5ADT4Honeywell4Lorex4TP-Link4Ubiquiti4Yale4Aqara3August3Canary3Kwikset3Netatmo3Schlage3Swann3Amcrest2Chamberlain2D-Link2Dahua2Ecolink2Foscam2Hikvision2Imou2Lockly2Logitech2Night Owl2Philips Hue2Samsung SmartThings2SkyBell2Ultraloq22GIG1Alder1Annke1Brinks1Cove1Cox1Deep Sentinel1Defender1EZVIZ1Fibaro1First Alert1Frontpoint1GE1Geeni1Guardian Protection1Guardline1Gyration1Kidde1LaView1Link Interactive1Merkury Innovations1Panasonic1Q-See1Qolsys1Resideo1Samsung1X-Sense1Xfinity1Zmodo1Zooz1Zosi1Ring23Arlo12Google Nest12SimpliSafe9Wyze9Eufy8Reolink7Vivint6Abode5Blink5ADT4Honeywell4Lorex4TP-Link4Ubiquiti4Yale4Aqara3August3Canary3Kwikset3Netatmo3Schlage3Swann3Amcrest2Chamberlain2D-Link2Dahua2Ecolink2Foscam2Hikvision2Imou2Lockly2Logitech2Night Owl2Philips Hue2Samsung SmartThings2SkyBell2Ultraloq22GIG1Alder1Annke1Brinks1Cove1Cox1Deep Sentinel1Defender1EZVIZ1Fibaro1First Alert1Frontpoint1GE1Geeni1Guardian Protection1Guardline1Gyration1Kidde1LaView1Link Interactive1Merkury Innovations1Panasonic1Q-See1Qolsys1Resideo1Samsung1X-Sense1Xfinity1Zmodo1Zooz1Zosi1

04 / Catalog

Every device we've reviewed

202 reviews across 8 categories and 69 brands. Filter, sort, or search from the top of the page.

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4.6Cameras

Arlo

Arlo Ultra 2

4K HDR clarity
Color night vision
Wide 180° coverage

Watch every way inbefore you trust what's watching it.

Pick the part of the house you're securing

Four devices we'd put on our own house

ArloArlo Ultra 2

UbiquitiUbiquiti UniFi Protect G4 Doorbell

SchlageSchlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt

QolsysQolsys IQ Panel 4

Top 5 cameras, side by side

Every device we've reviewed

Arlo Ultra 2

Eufy Security eufyCam 2 Pro

Eufy Security eufyCam 3

Eufy Security Floodlight Cam 2 Pro

Google Nest Protect Smoke and CO Alarm

Qolsys IQ Panel 4

Reolink Duo 2 PoE

Ring Floodlight Cam Pro

Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt

Ubiquiti UniFi Protect G4 Pro Camera

Ubiquiti UniFi Protect Network Video Recorder (UNVR)

Arlo Floodlight Camera

Arlo Pro 4

Fibaro Motion Sensor

Reolink RLC-810A

Reolink TrackMix PoE

Resideo Honeywell ProSeries Panel (PROA7PLUS)

Ring Spotlight Cam Pro

Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt

Ubiquiti UniFi Protect G4 Doorbell

Vivint Outdoor Camera Pro

Wyze Cam v3

Yale Assure Lock 2

Abode Smart Security Kit

ADT Command Smart Security Panel

Amcrest 4K PoE Camera (IP8M-2496EB)

Aqara Smart Motion Sensor

Aqara Video Doorbell G4

Arlo Pro 5S

Arlo Smart Home Security Light

Dahua IPC-HDW Series Camera

Deep Sentinel Guard Camera System

Eufy Security HomeBase 3

Eufy Security Indoor Cam 2K

eufy Security SoloCam S340

Eufy Security Video Doorbell Dual

EZVIZ H8 Pro Outdoor Pan & Tilt Camera

Google Nest Cam with Floodlight

Google Nest Hello Video Doorbell

Hikvision DS-2CD2043G2 4MP AcuSense Outdoor Bullet Camera

Honeywell Home Vista 20P

Kidde Smart Smoke Alarm with Wi-Fi

Lorex 4K Ultra HD IP Camera System

Lorex Fusion NVR System

Reolink Argus 3 Pro

Reolink E1 Pro

Ring Alarm Keypad (2nd Gen)

Ring Alarm Pro

Ring Alarm Range Extender

Ring Alarm Security Kit (2nd Gen)

Ring Chime Pro

Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Plus

Ring Spotlight Cam Plus

Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2

Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt

TP-Link Tapo C210

Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro

Vivint Doorbell Camera Pro

Wyze Battery Cam Pro

Wyze Video Doorbell Pro

Yale Assure Lock SL

Abode Door Window Sensor

Wyze Cam v4

2GIG Edge Panel

Abode iota All-In-One Security Kit

ADT Indoor Camera

Amcrest UltraHD Video Doorbell

Annke 4K PoE Camera System

Arlo Baby Smart HD Security Camera

Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera

Arlo Essential Video Doorbell