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NetCam HD+ vs Logi Circle by Logitech

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When comparing NetCam HD+ vs Logi Circle by Logitech, the Slant community recommends NetCam HD+ for most people. In the question“What are the best home-security cameras?” NetCam HD+ is ranked 8th while Logi Circle by Logitech is ranked 10th. The most important reason people chose NetCam HD+ is:

Instructions can be found in the app, or in the printed manual. The steps are very simple - plug it in, connect it to the internet, and install the app on your phone. After that, you just have to worry about registration and your personal settings.

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Logi Circle by Logitech

Pros

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Very easy setup

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WeMo compatible

WeMo is a home automation system by Belkin. The NetCam HD+ is compatible with this system, which means it can integrate with other WeMo compatible products such as the Belkin Wemo smart bulbs. If you own compatible products, they can interact with each other. For example, you can configure the system so that when the NetCam detects motion, it will turn on the Belkin WeMo lights.

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Multi-platform controls

There are apps for both iOS and Android, as well as a web app for any computer or other operating systems. This allows split households (in terms of operating systems) to control their smart camera with ease.

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Night vision

The NetCam HD+ has infra-red LED lights that provide light that the camera can pick up, however this light is't visible to the human eye.

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Talk and listen

With both a microphone and a speaker, you can have conversations through the NetCam and your phone.

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No cloud-based recording service required

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Wireless

The camera itself contains a battery, and is totally wireless when not charging. It's battery can be charged when placed on the wired charging ring.

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Portable

The Logi Circle is small, and can be taken virtually anywhere. It weighs just 9.6oz, and measures 2.5x3x2.5" (6.5x7.6x6.5cm).

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Speak and listen capable

There is a microphone and speaker built into the camera, allowing for a conversation between yourself and anybody on the other side of the camera.

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Cons

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Subscription required for cloud video storage

The subscription is almost required - without it you won't be able to see recorded video (only a live feed). You will also only receive email alerts without the subscription - it also unlocks app notifications.

The subscription is $10/month (or $100 if billed annually), and it will allow videos to be saved online for 14 days. You can download these clips if you so wish. This subscription also allows push notifications to be sent to your phone so you will be notified of any intruders immediately.

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Low field of view

The NetCam HD+ has a 95 degree vision in front of it. This is more than adequate for monitoring a small corridor or a single doorway, however other options offer a much wider field of view and will be able to see more surroundings.

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No local storage

All videos are uploaded directly to the cloud, and there is no local storage on-board.

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Low resolution video

Video is only captured at 720p, which is sub-par when compared to virtually any other home security camera. A higher resolution would offer more crisp video, and greater clarity so its easier to recognize who is on your property and what they're doing.

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Disappointing battery life

While it's convenient that it can be taken away from the charger, it would be even more convenient if the battery lasted longer than 2 hours. There is a power save feature which can extend the battery to last around 10 hours, but this cripples the resolution.

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Low resolution camera

While 720p is sufficient for most media, a security camera benefits significantly from a higher resolution. More resolution allows for more digital zooming - in the case of an intruder, you can see exactly what they are doing.