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Smart security cameras comparison guide

Whether it's with a video doorbell at your front door or a camera in your living room, Hue Secure lets you choose how to monitor your home in real time – so use this guide to see which camera is best for your space.

A Hue floodlight camera, wired 2K camera, 2K battery camera and Hue Secure video doorbell camera in black.
A Hue Secure video doorbell in black.

Secure your doorstep with light

Introducing the Hue Secure video doorbell – get motion alerts, check who's there with live view and trigger your Philips Hue lights to turn on or flash when someone is at the door.

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Wired camera

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Battery camera

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Floodlight camera

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Wired video doorbell

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2K model available

1080p model available

Image aspect

16:9
16:9
16:9
1:1

Built-in light

Can be used outdoors

Installation mount

Desktop, wall, ceiling mount
Wall, ceiling mount
Wall mount
Wall mount

Power

Plugs in to outlet
Rechargeable battery
Wires into electricity
Wires into electricity

Live view

Night vision

Two-way talk

Sends motion-activated alerts

Works with Hue lights¹

View video history²

Free 24-hour video history

Monitor your home in real time

Monitor your home in real time

Get alerts sent straight to your mobile device. See what's happening — as it's happening — with a crisp, clear live view. Your Secure camera is at home so you don’t have to be.

A man monitors a live view of a backyard on his smartphone using the Hue app.

Complete control of home security and lighting in one app

The Hue app gives you complete control over your smart security and lighting. Manage Hue cameras, video doorbells and sensors, receive instant notifications and trigger automations or alarms – right from your phone. Pair with smart lights to enhance security and customise your setup all in one app.

A man sits working at his laptop and monitors his front door via 2K camera.

Go hands-free with voice control

Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple Home. Just ask to view your camera feed on a smart display – whether motion is detected or you simply want to check in.

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Explore Philips Hue Secure

Explore Philips Hue Secure

Explore the Security Centre

Explore the Security Centre

Get support

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Questions and answers about smart security cameras

How much do smart security cameras usually cost?

Do smart security cameras have audio?

How long do smart security cameras store footage?

Which smart security cameras work with voice control apps such as Alexa, Google Home or Apple HomeKit?

What is the best smart security camera?

What is the best doorbell camera?

¹Requires a Philips Hue Bridge and at least one Philips Hue light (sold separately).

²Requires a Secure plan (sold separately).