Swann Camera Review | Read 2024 Swann Reviews & Ratings - Security.org

What We Like

• No monthly fees: With self-monitoring, we didn't have to pay a penny after purchasing the Swann equipment.
• Google Assistant integration: We used our Google Assistant to speak through two-way audio and show our footage on our Nest Hub, among other features.
• Weatherproof cameras: Swann's thermal-sensing camera is totally protected from solids and can even be sprayed with water-jets while still working correctly.

What We Don't Like

• No professional monitoring options: We were 100% responsible for our home's security, even while traveling or otherwise indisposed.
• No cellular backup: Our system didn't work in a power outage, as all of the components were plug-in and there was no cellular backup option.
• No Alexa integration: We couldn't use Alexa to control our Swann system, unfortunately.

Bottom Line

Looking to avoid monthly fees for your home security? We didn't pay a dime after our initial equipment costs for Swann, and the weatherproof cameras we tested were definitely worth the money.