Swann is best known for its professional, wired security systems, but lately it's been muscling its way into more consumer-friendly categories, like this straightforward offering. Of late, Swann has continued to move upmarket, and its latest home security camera, the Xtreem wireless, is designed to compete with some of the higher-end home systems available, such as Arlo. The hardware is compact and substantial (at 12 ounces, sans base), an all-white device that's weatherized for outdoor use. The small base can be attached to the wall via included screws; the camera snaps securely into place magnetically and allows for easy positioning. As the name implies, the camera is completely wireless.

The Blurams Smart Doorbell is the latest home security product in the company's lineup to impress us with good quality at a reasonable price. The video doorbell continues this trend with great video, several advanced features, and a generous three-day library of video storage in the cloud at no additional cost. Buyers should be aware, however, that this video doorbell's $79 price tag is tied to a crowd-funding campaign--the final product is not expected to ship until December. Our rule for crowd-funding campaigns is that we'll cover them only if the product is very close to shipping, and the manufacturer is able to provide a sample that will be reviewed as a shipping retail product. When this device ships, Bluram expects it will fetch $149.

If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a small share of the revenue. Our picks and opinions are independent from USA TODAY's newsroom and any business incentives. Over the past few years, security cameras have come a long way from their direct-to-VHS origins. Today's security cameras are smarter, using motion detection to tell when something unusual is happening and WiFi connections to send you phone alerts. Many also back up clips to the cloud, so even if a thief steals your camera, you still have the evidence you need.