Hi, I don’t know if this is possible or if I’m dreaming of something here. I need a home CCTV system where I can integrate with HA but the wife can use the manufactures app. I need 24/7 recording, rich notifications and NO monthly cost. Integration with HA is a must and Blue Iris is an added benef…

[image] the1robbo: Not all cameras integrate with HA. Such as Eufy and Aosu. Or so I believe. Ok let me rephrase that: Connecting any camera that is possible to connect to HA, will not preclude you from using the manufacturer’s app.

[image] the1robbo: Such as Eufy There is a custom Integration to allow Eufy into HA.

Dahua cameras and doorbells integrate with HA quite well, original app also exists. NVR device itself is cheap (100€ range) for 4-channel nvr without HDD. Cameras are from 35-40€ upwards.

I just switched my Dahua NVR (7 cameras) from the 3rd party integration to Onvif as development seems to have stalled. It cut my start-up time in half (60+ sec to ~30 sec). The only thing I lose is the ability to tell if it was a vehicle or a human that triggered the smart movement, and I don’t do a…

[image] Protoncek: Dahua Ah okay thanks. I’ll see if I can find it

I’d go with Dahua instead of Eufy though. But if want Eufy. [image] GitHub - fuatakgun/eufy_security: Home Assistant integration to manage Eufy... Home Assistant integration to manage Eufy Security devices as cameras, home base stations, doorbells, motion and contact sensors. - fuatakg…

[image] Protoncek: Dahua I cannot seem to find a Dahua doorbell available in the UK though. It also seems that are more aimed at businesses rather than residential and I’d need WiFi cameras too.

[image] Dahua 2MP IP Video Intercom Wifi Slim Villa Door Station, IC Card Reader,... Ultra slim design PC and ABS material make it ideal for indoor and outdoor use 1/2.8" 2-MP HD CMOS camera Offers two–way video call with indoor monitors Video and voice messages from visitors can be …

Hi. I’m using for my home security the motion eye add on. I’m saving the recorded video an pictures on the ssd of HA. Works very well. Camera I always buy from aliexxpress. Very cheap an the qualtity is ok. To integrate the cameras I prefer cameras with onvif and rtsp stream. My last oneI bought c…

Well, i can give you link from our local (Slovenian) web shop, you can get at least model numbers (an prices for comparison) from there and do a search on amazon. Outdoor units: link → you can translate via google . This web shop is known to have very decent prices in our region, i buy all stuff f…

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sparkydave (🇦🇺 Dave) April 15, 2024, 8:07am 12

I’d go with Dahua instead of Eufy though.

But if want Eufy.