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6 min readThe EZViz camera line-up includes indoor and outdoor security cameras, floodlight cameras, and a video doorbell. We like pan-and-tilt C6CN and C8C best. Other camera brands are more affordable in terms of up-front costs, but EZViz cams offer some unique features:
The only hidden fee is the cloud subscription cost, which is totally optional.
Local storage options
Good night vision
Two-way talk
Free mobile app
Works with IFTTT 
Expensive cloud storage
Wi-Fi connectivity an ongoing issue
Ethernet port on specific models only Product | Best for | Price | Max. resolution | Smart home compatibility | Max. local storage | Learn more | Read review |
| Best indoor camera | $57.99 | 1080p | IFTTT Alexa Google Assistant | 256 GB | View on Amazon | Read review | |
| Best for budgets | $39.99 | 1080p | IFTTT Alexa Google Assistant | 256 GB | View on Amazon | Read review | |
| Best outdoor camera | $109.99 | 1080p | IFTTT Alexa Google Assistant | 256 GB | View on Amazon | Read review | |
| Best doorbell camera | $117.99 | 1536p | IFTTT | 128 GB | View on Amazon | Read review |
*Amazon.com price as of post date. Read full disclaimer.
EZViz cameras shine in these circumstances:
EZViz cameras also have good picture quality in all light conditions thanks to infrared night vision and digital noise reduction (DNR). Most retail for under $100 and can be used without a monthly subscription plan.
You’ll need to subscribe to the CloudPlay standard plan ($3.99 a month) or premium plan ($5.99 a month) to get cloud storage, but that’s totally optional thanks to microSD card slot on each camera. You can also store data on an NVR or DVR.
All EZViz cameras work with 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. A 2 Mbps uploading speed is recommended. You can choose to use an Ethernet cable with some models, like the C6CN or C8C, if your Wi-Fi signal is weak or spotty.
Other than that, you’ll need a wall outlet to plug in the power adapter, which is included with each camera. You may also need a screwdriver to mount the cameras to a wall. The mounting hardware is included in the box.
You’ll also need an Android or iOS device so you can download the EZViz app to your mobile device for remote control or to check the live view. We were happy to see that the app was highly rated in both the Apple App Store and Google Play store.
The EZViz C6CN is a pan-and-tilt indoor camera that rotates 340° horizontally and tilts 105° up and 15° down. When you view the live footage, you can control the rotation and tilt to see a complete view of the room.
As a motion sensor camera, the C6CN will also start recording when it detects movement, and it pans or tilts to track that movement around the room.
We like that the C6CN sits on a table or mounts to a wall or ceiling. We’re also fans of the C6CN’s privacy shutter, which lets you cover the lens and make sure no one peeks in through the app. It’s a nice feature for families who share app access.
The EZViz C6CN’s closest competitor is the Wyze Cam Pan. It retails for around the same price but offers a free cloud storage package.
The Reolink E1 Zoom is also a pan-and-tilt camera, but it records at a higher frames-per-second rate than the EZViz C6CN, so footage looks smoother.
The C1C is an affordable (around $40) indoor camera that securely mounts to any shelf via a magnet or clamp. Just make sure it’s about 10 feet away from a plug, since that’s the length of the USB cord/power adapter that’s included in the box.
A new 1080p version replaces the old 720p model. The 1080p C1C boasts a wider viewing angle (130°) and records in 20 fps. You can set up activity zones so that the camera only starts recording when movement is detected in a specific location, such as near a toy box or doggy door.
We read multiple reviews mentioning difficulty in setting up the C1C’s Wi-Fi connection. Restarting the camera and/or router may help.
Unfortunately, if you can’t get this camera to connect to Wi-Fi, there’s no Ethernet port to use as a Plan B. You might have to call customer service and cross your fingers for an easy fix.
Check out our selection of the best cheap security cameras under $50 to learn about EZViz C1C’s closest competitors.
EZViz offers several outdoor security cameras, but we like the new C8C best because it includes two spotlights and records at 30 fps for smoother footage.
And who doesn’t love pan-and-tilt technology for full coverage? The lens rotates 95° vertically and 352° horizontally.
The C8C also comes with an L-shaped mounting bracket for wall or ceiling installation. It's also a weather-resistant camera that can withstand temperatures from -20°F to 140°F.
The C8C also offers these features:
The C8C’s closest competitor is the Ring Spotlight Cam. C8C is the more affordable option in this case. Read our full Ring Spotlight Cam review to learn more.
The DB1 EZViz video doorbell includes a microSD slot for local storage—a rare feature among doorbell cameras. You can also access clips on the cloud for free within three hours of the recording. If you want to store clips on the cloud for longer periods of time (which is helpful if anything occurs while you’re asleep, for example), you’ll need to pay a monthly fee.
The DB1 has a 180° vertical field of view that allows you to see people from head to toe, even if they stand close to the door. But this wide angle distorts the image slightly. Its horizontal field of view is 105°.
Like other EZViz cameras, the DB1 video doorbell has a very sensitive motion sensor. Reviewers have noted that insects may trigger false alarms.
Other features include two-way talk and night vision that illuminates activity up to 16 feet away.
We like that the DB1 comes with white, black, and brown faceplates to help it blend in with your door trim, plus flat and angled mounting brackets so you can get the best view possible. You’ll also unpack wiring components, mounting screws, and a quick start guide to help with installation.
The DB1 is one of the cheapest doorbell cameras on the market. Check out the competition on our video doorbell roundup.
Product | Price | Type | Max. resolution | Max. local storage | Learn more |
| $107.49 | Outdoor camera | 1080p | 256 GB | View on Amazon | |
| $34.99 | Indoor camera | 1080p | 256 GB | View on Amazon | |
| $184.99 | Outdoor camera | 1080p | 256 GB | View on Amazon | |
| $106.99 | Doorbell camera | 1536p | 256 GB | View on Amazon |
*Amazon.com price as of post date. Read full disclaimer.
EZViz cameras balance quality and affordability, but many users reported issues connecting to Wi-Fi. We strongly recommend choosing the Ethernet-compatible models if you know you have a spotty Wi-Fi connection.
We think the following models are the best that EZViz has to offer:
The EZViz brand is owned by Hikvision.
Yes, you can use EZViz without cloud storage. You can save videos to local storage (microSD cards sold separately), DVR, or NVR instead.
Yes, you can use EZViz without a subscription. A subscription is only required if you want cloud storage.
Yes, you can use EZViz without Wi-Fi if the camera includes an Ethernet port, such as the C6CN or C8C.
To review EZViz cameras, we read hundreds of customer reviews, watched user-generated footage recorded with these cameras, and compared each camera’s specs to the competition. You can read more about our process on our in-depth methodology page.
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