Wyze Cam v3Budget Pick

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Wyze Cam v3

A $34 security camera that has no business being this good

4.3 (43,000 reviews)

$34

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Subscription: $1.99/mo for Person detection & cloud recording

Make it easy: Plug it in, point it where you want, and get motion alerts on your phone. It records to a memory card for free.

What we like

  • Color night vision at $34 is genuinely hard to believe until you see it
  • IP65 rated, so it works indoors or outdoors without worry
  • Records to a microSD card for free (no subscription needed for basic use)
  • Two-way audio lets you talk through the camera from your phone

What could be better

  • Person detection and cloud playback need a Cam Plus subscription ($1.99/mo)
  • Requires a power outlet (no battery), so placement depends on nearby plugs
  • The app pushes upsells for other Wyze products, which gets old

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Our verdict

At $34, the Wyze Cam v3 delivers video quality, night vision, and weather resistance that compete with cameras three times its price. The catch is that the smarter features (person detection, cloud recording) cost extra. But even with just a microSD card and the free tier, you get a genuinely useful security camera. With 43,000+ Amazon reviews, this thing has been put through its paces.

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