Reolink
Video Doorbell WiFi
97/100 guide matchRecords locally without a mandatory plan
Watch: Requires wiring
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Best security cameras for Home Assistant in Australia
Home Assistant support ranges from a polished official integration to community-managed streams and event sensors. A camera appearing in a dashboard does not guarantee reliable local detections, recording or long-term API access.
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- Patryk Lazarz (TechManPat)
Quick recommendations
The shortlist.
Ranked from the current catalogue using this guide's rules.
Reolink
E1 Zoom
88/100 guide matchRecords locally without a mandatory plan
Watch: Indoor only
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Aqara
Doorbell Camera Hub G410
92/100 guide matchRecords locally without a mandatory plan
Watch: Chime/hub is required
View product →Things to consider
What to check before buying.
01Separate video from detection events
A local RTSP stream may provide video while person, vehicle or doorbell events remain cloud-dependent. Check the exact entities the integration exposes.
02Use suitable recording hardware
Continuous cameras need stable power, network capacity and storage. Home Assistant itself is not automatically a full CCTV recorder.
03Plan for vendor changes
Firmware and cloud APIs evolve. Prefer products with local protocols and retain a usable manufacturer app for commissioning and updates.
Product comparison
Compare the guide-qualified products.
The match score measures fit against this guide's published rules. It is not a universal product rating.
| Product | Price | Warranty | Key specifications | Guide match | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ReolinkVideo Doorbell WiFi | $169 | Confirm current Australian consumer warranty |
| 97/100 | View productCompare |
| AqaraDoorbell Camera Hub G410 | $249 | Confirm current Australian consumer warranty |
| 92/100 | View productCompare |
 ReolinkRLK8-810B4-A 4-Camera PoE System | $999 | Confirm current Australian consumer warranty |
| 92/100 | View productCompare |
| ReolinkE1 Zoom | $129 | Confirm current Australian consumer warranty |
| 88/100 | View productCompare |
 ReolinkAltas PT Ultra | $369 | Confirm current Australian consumer warranty |
| 88/100 | View productCompare |
 ReolinkArgus 4 Pro | $329 | Confirm current Australian consumer warranty |
| 76/100 | View productCompare |
 ReolinkArgus Track | $349 | Confirm current Australian consumer warranty |
| 76/100 | View productCompare |
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers before you compare.
Does Home Assistant support every camera?
No. Support quality and available features vary by brand, model and integration.
Is RTSP enough?
It provides a video stream but not necessarily detections, two-way audio or doorbell events.
Can Home Assistant replace an NVR?
It can display and automate cameras, but dedicated recording software or an NVR is often better for continuous footage.
Ready to narrow it down?