Wireless hybrid? Lorex (by Flir) vs. Hikvision

[oneirishpollack 0]

Hey folks,

 

I want a minimum 8 channel system - 4 indoor, 4 outdoor, potentially 16 for stupid ideas.

 

I am looking at a Lorex system - wireless/wired hybrid or a Hikvision package.

 

Question - is there any reason NOT to get a hybrid system? Do the wireless cams from Lorex perform as well as Nest, Arlo, Piper, canary, etc.?

 

Question - if the cost difference is not an issue, is Hikvision more of a cult choice than say Lorex?

 

I do not need anything crazy, just video, storage, and email.

[TheF 0]

There is nothing wrong with hybrid systems.

There is plenty of reasons for them.

 

I have strong opinions against wireless though.

If running a cable is impossible, sure wifi can be an option.

But wireless cause more sources for error than is needed and thta is a trade off I'm not willing to make.

Access point on both end, other wireless traffic can jam it up, noise from equipment can make your wifi life hard.

[oneirishpollack 0]

Thanks for the reply. I would only use wireless as a last resort, but I like the potential in a pinch.

 

How about Hikvision vs. Lorex (Flir), any real advantage of one over the other? I am guessing, maybe wrongly, that Lorex has better post-purchase support.

[oneirishpollack 0]

Also, would Amcrest fall in the same general circle?

[oneirishpollack 0]

I was looking at these particular choices:

 

Lorex:

https://www.lorextechnology.com/hd-ip-security-camera-system/high-definition-security-surveillance-system-with-8-cameras/LN10802-168W-1-p?gclid=CjwKEAjw1a3KBRCY9cfsmdmWgQ0SJAATUZ8bw5jS3IjoKZVPIf70qcvZ6wll3al6_NG-NDUw005tIhoC0mzw_wcB

 

Amcrest:

 

https://amcrest.com/amcrest-4-megapixel-2688-x-1520-8ch-network-poe-video-security-system-nvr-kit-four-4mp-poe-weatherproof-bullet-ip-cameras-164ft-night-vision-pre-installed-2tb-hdd-and-more-black.html

 

 

Hikvision:

 

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[TechDadHere 0]

Hey folks,

 

I want a minimum 8 channel system - 4 indoor, 4 outdoor, potentially 16 for stupid ideas.

 

I am looking at a Lorex system - wireless/wired hybrid or a Hikvision package.

 

Question - is there any reason NOT to get a hybrid system? Do the wireless cams from Lorex perform as well as Nest, Arlo, Piper, canary, etc.?

 

Question - if the cost difference is not an issue, is Hikvision more of a cult choice than say Lorex?

 

I do not need anything crazy, just video, storage, and email.

 

 

Arlo has got a back up option, and agree with TheF too. if u're not into cables, wifi cams are your best option.

[tomcctv 190]

Hey folks,

 

I want a minimum 8 channel system - 4 indoor, 4 outdoor, potentially 16 for stupid ideas.

 

I am looking at a Lorex system - wireless/wired hybrid or a Hikvision package.

 

Question - is there any reason NOT to get a hybrid system? Do the wireless cams from Lorex perform as well as Nest, Arlo, Piper, canary, etc.?

 

Question - if the cost difference is not an issue, is Hikvision more of a cult choice than say Lorex?

 

I do not need anything crazy, just video, storage, and email.

 

 

Arlo has got a back up option, and agree with TheF too. if u're not into cables, wifi cams are your best option.

 

Arlo is over priced .... never own anything ..... ... the lorex system op posted is cheaper and will own it.

[TechDadHere 0]

Hey folks,

 

I want a minimum 8 channel system - 4 indoor, 4 outdoor, potentially 16 for stupid ideas.

 

I am looking at a Lorex system - wireless/wired hybrid or a Hikvision package.

 

Question - is there any reason NOT to get a hybrid system? Do the wireless cams from Lorex perform as well as Nest, Arlo, Piper, canary, etc.?

 

Question - if the cost difference is not an issue, is Hikvision more of a cult choice than say Lorex?

 

I do not need anything crazy, just video, storage, and email.

 

 

Arlo has got a back up option, and agree with TheF too. if u're not into cables, wifi cams are your best option.

 

Arlo is over priced .... never own anything ..... ... the lorex system op posted is cheaper and will own it.

 

Ha! I've also read about that before. I think it's a good option too. Best of luck on your purchaseeee!