Surveillance cameras without electricity - the options are there

Surveillance cameras usually make the most sense at the house entrance and in the garden - especially where there is no power source. Therefore, surveillance cameras that work without electricity are worthwhile. We reveal what you need to pay attention to when buying.

Security camera without electricity

If you want to protect your back yard, cellar entrance or driveway from burglars, but there is no socket nearby, you should use a surveillance camera without electricity. The wording is of course imprecise: the models would of course not work without electricity, so we refer to wireless devices for which you do not need an external power source such as a socket. So-called IP cameras, which offer the following advantages, are particularly recommended.

• A comfortable evaluation of the video material.
• Monitoring your home anywhere on the Internet.
• The opportunity to always keep an eye on your children.
• A convenient installation, without any wiring.

Security cameras with batteries

Battery powered models are one of the best solutions for mobile surveillance cameras. The data transmission is also wireless here without exception - you do not have to lay annoying cables.

• Depending on the model, battery-operated surveillance cameras can do without charging for up to 20 months.
• Since the data connection only works via WiFi, you can access the camera anytime and anywhere with your smartphone. Among other things, most models can stream the live image and call up saved recordings.
• Finally, you don't have to do much installation work. All you have to do is mount the device at the desired location, insert the battery and off you go.
• A recommended model is the Netgear Arlo for around 170 euros. This camera records in Full HD and offers a night vision mode and long battery life. You can find more models in our comparison portal BestCheck.

Alternatively to the battery: surveillance camera with solar panel

If you do not want to change the battery of your surveillance camera regularly, you can ensure the power supply with solar panels. It is important that you need a camera with a rechargeable battery. A model with replacement batteries does not work.

• The advantage: Your camera with battery is permanently charged when the sun shines and you don't have to worry about a thing.
• To do this, attach the solar panel next to your surveillance camera and ensure that the panel captures sufficient sun rays.
• Important: Make sure that your IP camera is designed for use with a solar panel. For many models you will find a corresponding note in the operating instructions and the product description.
• In our comparison portal we present many different solar panels in every price range.

Security cameras are not the only theft protection. On the next page we will tell you more tricks that you can use to protect yourself against burglars.