Your garage can serve as a major entryway into your home or a place to store important items that are within reach when you need them–or both! So, it’s no surprise that consumers often look for the best security solutions for this part of the property.
The following 10 cameras are ideal for garage use, whether you want to monitor your driveway or keep an eye on any valuable items and cars in storage.
Ring Spotlight Cam Battery
For users who prefer the DIY security route and need an outdoor-mounted device, the Ring Spotlight Cam is a quality pick. The camera comes with a rechargeable battery and mounting system, so its setup is simple. Beyond high-quality video, the device has a siren. It also has an intuitive motion sensor that can pick up movement within a 160-degree window, which instantly triggers recordings that are stored in the cloud with an active subscription.
The Ring Spotlight Cam is also compatible with Alexa, IFTTT, and pre-existing Ring Alarm systems, so you can link the device to your smart home ecosystem with ease.
Arlo Pro 4
Previous Arlo users will be happy to know that the newest Arlo Pro 4 does not require an Arlo base station to work, which is ideal if you like the brand but don’t want to commit to a full ecosystem. The camera comes with a 160-degree field of view, with color night vision, advanced object, sound, and motion detection, two-way audio, spotlight, and siren. The device is also water-resistant, making it ideal for outdoor mounting and use.
Eufy Garage-Control Camera Plus with Garage Door Sensor
Relatively new to the market, the Eufy Garage-Control Cam is made specifically for interior garage use. Beyond the main controller that connects to your garage door, the device comes with an angled camera that detects and records motion at 1080p, with a resolution of 2K. The camera will send push notifications to the Eufy security app if you forget to close the garage door, or if the device senses motion in specific zones.
The garage opener can be controlled via voice command or geofencing, adding more convenience to how you access the garage.
Wyze Smart Garage Door Opener with Built-in Video
Wyze is a quality, affordable brand that’s a contender in the smart home security market, so it’s no surprise that they’ve recently come out with their own smart garage door gadget! With 1080p HD video and color night vision, use the device to control when your garage door should open/close and send notifications when motion is detected.
And for homes that don’t have a compatible or automatic garage door opener, the Wyze Cam v3 can be used on its own as a solid alternative for regular monitoring.
Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen) Camera + Floodlight
The Blink Outdoor Camera with Floodlight is another great low-cost option for garages that need more lighting around the exterior.
By default, the light is motion-activated, so it only works when the device detects movement in the area, although you can change this setting in the Blink app so that the lights can be toggled on or off. The camera operates independently of the light, so it can be set up to detect motion as needed.
myQ LiftMaster Smart Garage Camera
If you already own a myQ garage door controller, this smart camera is a compatible option that can be set up with existing gear, though you don’t necessarily have to own the myQ garage door opener for it to work.
The camera is designed specifically for indoor garage use, with an ability to withstand various climates and a magnetic base that makes it easy to mount. It also has solid video quality, with 1080p resolution and night vision included. Other features available include motion detection alerts and two-way audio.
COOAU Security Camera Outdoor
This outdoor security camera is not as well known as the previous options but deserves a spot on this list for its great features for an affordable price. The device is battery-powered and comes with a siren, motion-activated spotlight, 2K resolution plus color night vision view, advanced AI human and object recognition and motion detection, 2-way audio, and cloud storage for recorded footage.
Better yet, this camera has a flexible mount and IP65 rating, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use.
Kamia Smart Garage Camera
The Kamia Smart Garage Camera is another affordable option on this list, ideal for monitoring the garage interior. With the compatible app and 360-degree view, the device can monitor up to two garage doors, notifying you when either is open or recording video when motion has been detected, all without a subscription.
The device is also compatible with Alexa, so you can control when your garage door is open or closed or check on its status at any time.
DEKCO Outdoor Security Camera
The wired DEKCO Outdoor Security Camera also offers 360-degree views, with a pan-tilt camera that can record video with 2K resolution and full-color night vision. It has smart motion tracking, which triggers a recording and notification sent straight to the compatible app on your device. The camera also has a bright floodlight that can activate with movement.
Like other devices on this list, the DEKCO camera also has two-way audio and a weatherproof rating of IP66, perfect for outdoor use.
SimpliSafe SimpliCam
Although the SimpliCam works best as part of SimpliSafe’s home security system, it’s worth noting that this is another viable option for your garage, especially if you don’t have a security ecosystem set up. All you need is SimpliSafe’s Outdoor Kit to ensure that the device is equipped to withstand the conditions of the interior or exterior. Once this is done, you can set up the camera to notify you when motion is detected around the garage.
