Five best android home security apps

Home security is no 1 priority, but it is expensive. You have to buy cameras, monitors and other equipments. With many components the management of security systems can become  headache for many. So we have to look for easier, and effective security systems. Now there are many such systems available which ask you to buy hardwares that alone costs you money. But by this method You can literally take care of your home security with little or no cost. Let us see how,

You may have that old smartphone gifted by your loved ones. You dont want to throw it away so you keep it as a souvenir. Now is the right time to dust off that phone. Lets reuse. We will show you how to use that phone. Also with an old android phone lying around you security costs should never become an issue. We can convert your old android phone as a security system by installing these apps. These apps are designed to convert your old phone as a cctv camera.We know that there are hundreds of apps in playstore for this purpose but we Hand picked these apps by keeping in mind about safety and privacy of the user. Believe me they are easy to use. Also these apps require little or no management in terms of recording and storing of videos so you dont need to be an expert. 

Here is the list of the five best home security apps

1. Wardencam

2. Athome

3. Security camera CZ

4. Alfred video home surveilence camera

5. IP webcam home security camera

1. Wardencam

Price: free/5.99 dollors

This is one of the best security camera apps in terms of UI. Because the UI looks so simple and decent. When we look at the connectivity of the app, it Works perfect on all networks like 3G, 4G, and  WI-FI. So there is no need to worry about the connectivity.If we look at the main  Feautures like  live streaming, motion detection and alert (best one!!) It stands out best. The best thing is  You can talk and listen through app. But You have to pay for 24/7 streaming as one time fee, which doesnot seem reasonable. Also The recordings can be replayed and they can be stored in  your google drive or Dropbox. Which is good as you can go through them from whenever you need them.

2. AtHome

Price: free/in app purchases

This best security camera app has two applications one for camera and other for streaming. Which makes this app a stable one. Now with new update they have fixed many issues regarding motion sensing and UI. The best part is you can stream from multiple cameras through this app. If you are the person who values time then there is a time lapse option which makes it easier to go through whole days activity. This app also comes with safe cloud storage mode. If you are willing to spend money they havegot  hardwares which are compatible with the apps. We dont think thats all necessary.

3. Security Camera CZ

Price: free/ upto 550 rupees

 If you want to analyse the recordings as images then this app is for you. This app records the video as continuous images.which you can view afterwards. Motion detection is what makes this app stand away from others. Becuse you can choose zones from which motions has to detected, This feature is known as motion detection zones. With the freedom of choosing motion detection zones it may provide you with more control over what you see and record. Other features include night vision which facilitates watching  night time videos.If you want high definition recording then the feature of HD streaming may help you a lot. .

4. Alfred video home surveillance camera

Price: free/ $3.99 per month / $29.99 per year

If you want to take control over people who visit your house and who not, then this app is best option. It gives you a choice to setup a trust circle. Which can be recognised by the app as trusted person or thing. It is helpful in times when a known person comes to your house. And the alarm should not bother you then. In a way you can prevent false alarms.This is also one of the app which contains a clean interface. And almost all the feautures like,livestream,cloud storage are free but if you want HD streaming then you have to pay as monthly subscription or yearly subscription. 

5. IP webcam

Price:free

One of the simplest apps from the list. It may not have that many features. But If you want a simple app then this is the one. Many want to catch about their homes in office or work where If you  want to view your streaming from browser then you can consider this one.Also It lets you capture images remotely. Many cctv streams are not clear. Also you cannot change their brightness But here You can change the brightness of streaming.This app is flexible in terms of settings so when you want to shift from live streaming to night vision it transforms easily. Overall a good app. We think they are still in developing mode so many features are missing. But their feautures seem perfect for simple user.

It is important that one has to take special care when using these home security apps. Because many of them may not comply with standard privacy and security policies. This bonus app has got it all, not only security, it has automation systems if you are dreaming to make your homes smart.

At last

As we have tried All these apps they have pros and cons. But here we have choosen them in such a way that the pros outweigh cons. If we look at the safety and privacy of the user all the apps are safe. Our advice is to try all the apps and choose the best suitable one for you. 

The best part about these apps is you are saving money as well as protecting the environment by reusing your old android phones. I think you ll look more smarter now.