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As someone who uses in-home security cameras to check on my cats while I'm away, I can say with full confidence that it gives me great comfort to see my boys sleeping on their favorite comfy blankets via security cam. Security camera prices can run in the hundreds, and that's before the monthly subscription.
Though Black Friday came and went, you can still save hundreds on a security system for your home with many deals still available right now. Whether it's indoors or outdoors, you can keep your home safe and secure while saving some cash.
Below, we've rounded up the best deals currently available for Black Friday and ahead of Cyber Monday for security cameras. Check them out, and if you see something you like, we recommend adding it to your cart now before any deals expire.
Also: Live blog: The absolute best Black Friday 2022 tech deals in real time
The last time this page received an update, these new deals were added as they became available:
Read on to find the top deals available on security cameras that will help you get the most bang for your buck.
With up to six months of battery life, the Arlo 4 camera offers magnetic mounts to make sure it's easy to install. Compatible with Google, Amazon, and Apple smart home systems, it features real-time alerts when motion or sound is detected. Check on your home with 2K HDR resolution, and a spotlight that can help you see in low light late at night.
Subscriptions for premium features start at $2.99/month for a single camera, or $9.99/month for multiple ones.
You can score an entryway doorbell and save with the Google Nest Cam battery doorbell right now. It's wire free and uses two-step verification and encrypted video to keep your front porch or entry door to your home secure. It records up to three hours of data, and if you want a longer video history of up to 60 days, you can add a Nest Aware Plus subscription plan for $6/month.
This Ring Stick Up Cam is a battery-operated HD security camera that can go anywhere from your living room to your backyard. It features two-way audio and real-time notifications, and pairs beautifully with Alexa, especially with an Echo Show to display the live feed for you.
This is arguably one of my favorite cameras on the market right now. This wired camera is always plugged in and ready to record, and features 2K HD resolution with motion detection and 24/7 mobile alerts. You don't need a hub to control the device, and best of all, no need to pay for a subscription. The back of the camera offers local storage on an SD card (sold separately). Check the 20% off coupon to get the discount.
This upgraded Ring Video Doorbell Pro features two-way talk, quick replies, 1080p HD video all with your home's existing wiring. The fact that this model supports dual-wifi (2.4GHz or 5.0GHz) makes for a more reliable network connection. You can also add a Ring Protect plan to get the most benefits from your video doorbell.
Need an entire home security system? Another great option is the EufyCam 2 wireless home security system. Like the GE Cync indoor camera on this list, it doesn't require a subscription -- the hub stores all your content locally. Featuring 1080p night vision and an IP67 weatherproof rating, it can keep your home safe, rain or shine. The batteries also last up to 365 days.
Never worry about charging your security cameras again with this solar powered camera. Its 600-lumen spotlight switches on as soon as the camera detects motion, and you'll get 2K HD picture with this handy cam. It also doesn't require a subscription to use.
Google's second generation indoor/outdoor camera will give you a 24/7 live feed of your home in 1080p HD footage both day and night. It's battery-powered and completely weatherproof. If you need event video history, it offers snapshots instead of video playback, and it's easy to install.
The Blink Mini is a great indoor camera that features two-way audio, 1080p HD video, and seamless integration with Amazon Alexa. This is my personal pet cam, and I like using it to keep an eye on my puppy's bed. It helps me check to see when he's chilling and when I have to run to take him on his 20th potty break of the day. It's currently on sale for $30 for a pack of two, a total of 54% off.
This plug-and-play security system offers four cameras bundled into some big savings. It can see up to 100 feet away in the dark with 18 infrared lights, and can snap 5MP HD picture. It uses one-way audio recording so you can keep an eye on your home. No subscription required for this set -- it has built-in 2TB HDD storage and can handle up to 12TB.
Though not a home security camera, if you've ever thought of adding a dash cam to your vehicle, this deal features a 32GB Nexar Pro Dual dash cam for only $110. This camera's ready to protect you while you drive and even while your car is parked, detecting collisions and sudden braking to immediately start recording. You can also use an auto start recording feature to capture your movements when you leave the house.
We combed through many different websites, searching through products to bring you the best deals. We checked prices of products across other websites to ensure these are really good deals.
Additionally, we used price trackers to keep track of price movement for these products, removing any items that have been purposely price gouged. Any item, with few exceptions like Apple, needs to be at least 15% off in order to be considered a good deal. We aimed for at least 25% off.
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Black Friday is always the Friday after Thanksgiving. This year, it was on Friday, Nov. 25.
Cyber Monday always falls the following Monday after Thanksgiving and Black Friday. This year, Cyber Monday will be Nov. 28.
ZDNET scoured Black Friday sales to find the best deals this year:
Our experts also split out the best deals by retailer, brand, and category, which you can see below.
Here are some of the cheapest deals we've found so far:
Finally, if you'd like to see the newest Black Friday deals as they drop: