Have you ever wondered what happens when you leave the pets alone at home? Or whether your nanny is taking good care of your baby? Or whether your office is secure when you are not around? Is someone vandalising your property? If so, you should be interested in wireless spy cameras.
Wireless spy cameras come in two forms:
- A single integrated unit that combines the camera lens and the wireless transmitter into one package. Often disguised as an everyday household object such as a clock, light bulb, speakers etc.
- Separate lens and wireless transmitter parts connected by a wire. Meant for installation in tight spaces and where the observed parties may suspect that a hidden camera is present in the room.
The Best-selling Wireless Spy Cameras
Relohas 1080p Covert IP Camera
The Relohas covert camera is a small wonder. It is an IP camera that packs 1080p FullHD resolution, WiFi, and a microSD card slot. The camera sensor is separated from the rest of the camera which allows you to easily position the sensor unit in the desired position. Thanks to Wi-Fi, you can access the video stream or recorded clips without physically accessing it.
There are four different recording modes:
- Full-Time Recording Mode: Just insert the microSD card, and the mini cam will go into 24-hour loop recording, Wi-Fi is not needed for this mode
- Timed Recording Mode: The camera records for a specified time period.
- Motion detection Mode: The camera records clips only when it detects motion
- Phone Recording: On-demand recording using the smartphone app
The spy camera also sports InfraRed lamps so that you get crystal clear night vision. An 800mAh built-in rechargeable battery powers the camera through even when there’s no power.
Full specs:
– 1080P HD video, H.264
– Free Apps for iOS and Android, view and hear remotely from anywhere
– Quick setup within minutes, no complicated settings needed
– MicroSD DVR supports cards up to 128GB (SD Card not included)
– Motion record/alerts via Push Notifications/Email/FTP
– Fully compatible connectivity, works over Wi-Fi
HZTCAM Mini Portable Wifi Hidden Camera
This IP spy camera is one of the smallest we have seen. Yet, it has all the features of a good wireless spy camera. The camera base has a strong magnet which you can use to attach to any metallic surface. PLug in the USB cable for power and twist the camera into position. That’s it you are set!
The 1080p sensor, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, IR night vision range of 6 metres, built-in battery, 128GB microSD card support and push notifications alerts make this spy camera a solid performer.
Main specs:
– Flexible base for aiming camera
– Android/iOS apps available
– 1080p 30FPS with audio recording
– 150° wide-angle lens, 16 feet IR night vision range
– Motion detection, loop recording
– Record while charging
– Built-in 350mAh battery
– Power supply:Input 100-240V, Output DC 5V 1A
– Up to 128GB micro SD Card (class 10 above suggested for smoother video)
Wireless Nanny Cam Clock With Superb IR Night Vision
Want to keep an eye on your nanny as she keeps an eye on your kid? This clock is a well disguised nanny camera that you can connect to over Wi-Fi and check in on. View live streaming video on the smartphone app. You won’t miss anything when you are not looking because the spy camera can take a microSD card to capture motion detection clips. 24/7 recording is possible with AC power. But even a power failure won’t stop this thing, it has a 5 hour battery built-in. And yes insert an AA battery for the clock to work!
Main specs:
– Video resolution: 1080p FullHD
– WiFi details: 2.4 GHz 802.11n WiFi
– Supports up to 32GB SD card (Memory card not included)
– 10 powerful IR LEDs
– iOS & Android supported
– Charging voltage:DC-5V
– Battery life:2-5 hours
– Mini 5Pin USB
1080p FullHD Wireless Hidden Nanny Charger Spy Camera
This USB charger looks normal enough, but underneath lurks a monster of a spy camera. It is essentially an IP camera that packs 1080p FullHD resolution, WiFi, and a microSD card slot. Yes you can charge two USB devices while the spy camera is recording motion detection based video. The wide-angle lens can capture everything in a 90° field of view. When the SD card gets full, it will overwrite the oldest footage and keep going.
Main specs:
– Image Sensor Dimensions Φ 0.74 x 1 in
– Main Unit Dimensions(W x D x H mm) 3.7 x 2.87 x 0.94 in
– High-Resolution 1080p HD video streaming, H.264, MPEG4, MJPEG configurable stream.
– 3-D Digital Noise Reduction (3-D DNR), Get exceptional image quality and video with less noise.
– Loop recording, motion detection recording, continuous recording
– Push notifications
– Works over Wi-Fi b/g/n.
– MicroSD card slot up to 128GB, playback via our app or software.
– Free app for iOS & Android smartphones/tablets.
1080p Full HD Spy Cam Mini Wireless
This tiny cube packs a powerful punch for something that’s the same size as an Apple Watch! Measuring just 1.65 inches across, you can use this as a wearable spy cam, a drone camera or pretty much anywhere you can think of. The 380mAh built-in rechargeable battery makes this possible. Add a 64GB SD card and you have a 24/7 continuous recording wireless spy camera.
Main specs:
– Real-time Video Recording Video Resolution 1080P/720P/640P/480P
– Size: 1.65×1.65×0.45 inch
– Video coding :H.264+
– Night resolution: 720P
– Infrared night vision: 18ft night vision infrared light
– Battery type: Built-in 380mAh rechargeable lithium battery
– Storage card: support up to 64GB Micro SD card TF card
– Motion detection or continuous recording
– Net weight: 18g
– Interface Micro USB: 5V 1A
– Free app for iOS & Android smartphones/tablets.
USB Charging Station Wireless Spy Camera
This innocuous looking 5-port USB charging tower conceals a powerful 1080p camera that you can wirelessly access from a smartphone. A standout feature is the ability to define activity zones for motion detection just like more expensive IP cameras like a Reolink RLC-410.
Main specs:
– Real-time Video Recording Video Resolution 1080P/720P/640P/480P
– Discrete Hidden Spy Camera with 1080P HD Clarity
– Adaptive 5-Port USB Charging Hub
– Motion Detection with push-alert message
– Overcharge and Over-Surge Protection
– Wireless 2.4 GHz Support
– Wide-Angle Viewing and Recording Lens
– Free app for iOS & Android smartphones/tablets
FUVISION Motion Activated Smoke Detector Nanny Spy Camera
A dummy smoke detector that houses a 1080p Full HD camera and can run on battery power for 180 days? Sounds great, right? A concealed 125 degree fish-eye camera lens gives a full view of the room and the no-glow IR LEDs give superior night vision. The 6000mAh battery takes only 5 hours to charge up.
Main specs:
– Real-time Video Recording Video Resolution 1080P/720P/640P/480P
– Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to control, view, and stream video from smartphone anywhere in the world
– It has a concealed 125 degree bottom viewing angle camera lens
– PIR Motion captured video records when you need it most
– Battery operates for up to 180 days(Standby time)
– Instant alerts to iOS and Android devices
– Built-in “No Glow” night vision LEDs inside for seeing up to 30 feet in darkness
– 1080P HD live view mode with push alarm notification
– Data and Time Stamping
– Free app for iOS & Android smartphones/tablets.
Toughsty Mini Portable P2P Wifi IP Camera
The Toughsty portable WiFi camera also supports both connecting to a WiFi network or directly to a mobile device using a P2P WiFi connection. IT however supports only a maximum 32 GB SD card.
Main specifications:
– Video Resolution: 640×480 @ 25/30fps, Video Format: AVI
– Real-time Audio & Video Recording, Microphone Built-in
– IR Night Vision
– Supports Wifi Wireless Network Connection
– Supports iPhone, iPad or Android Tablet/Smartphone, P2P Live View
– Supports Tablet/Smartphone Remote Recording
– Min. illumination:2 Lux
– Max. 32GB SD Card supported
– Rechargeable Battery Built-in, Supports recording and charging at the same time, works off external power supply also
– Operating Back-up Battery Life Time: 45 minutes
– Charging Time for Back-up Battery: 1.5 hours
– Back-up Battery Capacity: 2600mAh, Outlet Power Supply: DC 5V 500mA
– Power Consumption:<10W, Working Temperature:0°C to 40°C
Eyerayo P2P WiFi Wall Clock Hidden Spy Camera
This wall clock is a perfect cover for keeping an eye on the nanny or for general security purposes in your home or office.
Main specifications:
– Discreet appearance
– Made of high quality, durable materials
– 720p Video Resolution, AVI & JPG format support
– Audio recording supported, WAV format
– Wireless Distance: <50m
– Interface Type: Mini USB
– External micro-SD/TF card supported
– Power Source: DC 5V / 300~500mA
– Android, iOS smartphones supported
– Dimensions: ( 4.5 x 30)cm / ( 1.77 x 11.81 )” (H x Dia)
Taozhi Wifi Spy Camera
This device is another ingenious way of concealing a spy camera. The lens is separated from the main body of the camera, making the lens incredibly small. The bulk of the camera is in the connected body which houses the built-in 600mAh battery, the microSD card, the USB port, the reset button and action LEDs.
Main specifications:
– Records video with audio and can take snapshots.
– Supports WiFi for wireless connectivity.
– Wi-Fi effective radius: 30M
– Record on motion detection supported, range 6 metres.
– Ultra clear hidden lens OV9712.
– H.264 encoding feature that allows more storage space.
– All day recording possible.
– Supports remotely video playback with an internal Battery Capacity of 2400mAh.
– Max. 32GB SD Card supported.
– Image Sensor:5.0 mega pixels CMOS.
– 720p resolution, video format: ASF/AVI, compression codec H.264.
– Wide-angle 90° coverage.
– Mobile phone operation systems supported: Android/iOS.
– Video coding: H.264 resolution: 1920*1080P/1080*720/640*480
– Video frame Rate: 15-30fps
– Storage: Micro SD card, up to 128g（not included）
– Operating system: Windows/Mac OS X/Android/iOS
– Recording time: 140 minutes
– Battery charging time: 2.5 hours (with a 2A plug)
EsiCam Cute Panda 1080p HD Pan-Tilt Wireless Remote Hidden Surveillance IP Camera
The EsiCam Panda Camera is perfect for using in the nursery thanks to its cute appearance. Whether you want to use it as a baby monitor, or a spy camera, the 1080p resolution and the built-in IR LEDs make it the perfect fit. The presence of a real IR cut filter sets it apart from other cheap IP spy cameras. This means you get a true colour image during daytime and a high quality night vision video in the dark.
Main specifications:
– Cute Panda design, easy to hide in the home, office or other places.
– Easy Install anywhere with bracket, table mount, ceiling mount, wall mount
– 2.0 Megapixel 1080p HD clear image; Standard H.264 video compression. Supports WPS function.
– Micro SD card recording enabled – support max. 32GB SD card.
– 112° viewing angle (horizontal); 4x Digital zoom.
– Supports WiFi (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n) and QR code login.
– Two-Way audio; Built-in Microphone and speaker.
– Motion detection supported.
– Remote live video streaming with pan (345°), tilt (65º)
– P2P technology, plug and play, no configuration required.
– App push notifications.
– Remote firmware upgrade.
– 6 pcs infrared LEDs, night vision distance: 10 meters, 24 hours day and night monitoring, IR-CUT switch.
– Supports IE, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera, etc.
– Support Android /iOS system mobile devices; remote real-time monitoring (25 fps, 720P HD images)
P2P Wifi Pinhole Hidden Alarm Clock Camera
This alarm clock spy camera has several unique features – the 1080p sensor producing excellent quality video and images, the immense 150 degree wide-angle lens, and the ability to send email alerts on motion detection.
Main Specifications:
– New and improved hardware – 1080p HD video, smoother video quality, excellent low-light view
– 150° wide-angle lens, IR Night Vision, Wifi wireless connectivity
– Supports iPhone, Android phones
– Motion detection with email alerts
– 2200mAh Rechargeable Battery Built-in, supports recording and charging at the same time
– Video compression format: H.264
Wireless Spy Camera in PIR Motion Detector (WF-450)
The mini HD wireless spy camera is a 2MP 1080p spy camera camouflaged inside a rather innocuous looking home PIR sensor. The type of device that most people wouldn’t give a second thought to. It supports WiFi, and an effective wireless radius of 49ft. What is really interesting though is that it supports both ONVIF and RTSP protocols along with an Ethernet port. This lets you use it with a standard NVR or BlueIris software. It has a 3.7mm pinhole lens, and the features are all reflective of a much more expensive device.
Main specifications:
– Image sensor: IMX323 Sony Chip
– Lens: HD professional 3.7mm pinhole lens
– Video compression: H.264 High profile, JPEG capture
– Bit rate: 32Kbps~8Mbps
– Image resolution: 1080p
– Frame rate : 25fps, 30fps
– 940nm InfraRed LEDs night vision
OLTEC P2P Wifi 1080p IP Camera Bulb Hidden Camera
This well-reviewed IP camera is hidden inside a bulb, yes a real bulb that will light up albeit only from the mobile app. It is an IP camera and supports WiFi. The 360 degree fish eye lens gives you a surround view of the room.
It has built-in IR LEDs for night vision and supports motion detection alerts. It also has a remote that you can use to activate recording manually. It also supports a maximum 64GB SD card which provides a local recording option. You can connect to the bulb and watch realtime video or make it record motion detection clips onto the SD card. It can also send push notifications to the smartphone app.
Main specifications:
– E27 bulb base
– Supports both Access Point(AP) mode and WiFi mode.
– Remote access by SmartPhones(Android)/ iPhone/ iPad/ Notepads/ Notebooks/ PC/ Mac.
– Uses industrial grade processor, TI-DM365.
– 2 megapixel image sensor, H.264 compression, HD960P resolution, 3.6mm Len installed, 90 degree viewing angle.
– Fast WiFi, IEEE 802.11b/g/n.
– 36pcs IR LEDs (940nm wavelength), night vision distance 10 meters, Motion Dection (distance 5 meters).
– Supports both email alerts and mobile push alerts.
– Micro-SD card of up to 64GB supported, a 32GB card can store 12 days worth of video files.
Wireless Spy Camera with WiFi in Computer Speakers
This IP spy camera comes in the form of standard PC speakers. The 1.3 MP, 720P camera supports fast wireless-N speeds. The IR cut filter enables proper night vision.
Spy camera Applications
Home Security
- Is someone in the home stealing things? It’s difficult to accuse family members without proof.
- Do you suspect someone of vandalising your car or property? Maybe there are some unruly kids in the neighbourhood but their parents just won’t take your word for it.
- In the case of a robbery or break-in, video footage can be instrumental in the police catching the bad guys.
Child Safety
- Keep an eye on the babysitter or nanny.
- Use your camera as a baby monitor.
Pet Safety
- Are you worried about leaving your pets alone at home?
- Do you suspect your pets are hurting themselves while you are away?
Office Security
- Have things gone missing from your desk?
- Are employees helping themselves to things they shouldn’t?
Remember that you should not use hidden cameras for any illegal purpose. Generally the law permits their use within your home or your office if you are an employer. But you should not point them at neighbours’ properties or use it in areas where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy such as changing areas or bathrooms. In the UK, the Data protection Act and the Human Rights Act may govern the usage of such devices. For more information refer to the UK Government’s guide to using domestic CCTV.
What to look for in a Hidden Camera
Which hidden camera should you purchase? This depends on where you intend to place the hidden camera. There are certain features you should look for in a wireless spy camera based on the application:
- Hidden cameras for the home: Home video surveillance is very popular these days with advanced cameras being so affordable. Analyse the room you want to place the camera in and make sure you get a good view. Cameras with wide-angle lens are preferable so that you can cover as wide an area as possible. You should go for the cameras that are disguised as everyday objects – the Panda cam for a nursery, a Wall Clock camera, a Desk Clock camera or Computer Speakers Camera for the home office. Motion detection email alerts are essential so that the camera records only when required. Battery powered cameras will suffice for motion detection but it is best to get one that can work of a wall power outlet. This will give you the option of 24/7 recording as well.
- Nanny cams: These cameras need to be either everyday objects or have separate lens units that you can hide along with other objects,say, on a shelf. Extended recording capability and battery capacity are desirable. Motion detection is less important here.
- Night vision cameras: If you know the surveillance area will have low light, you need to look for night vision capability. Infrared (IR) LEDs that produce light waves that the eye cannot see are used for this purpose. Standard ring LEDs are okay but EXIR LEDs are better as they produce more light than standard SMD LEDs. Night vision cameras that have a real IR filter are desirable as this will produce truer colours during daytime.
- Micro cameras: These are also called pinhole cameras. They are extremely small and hence will not have very high resolutions or fancy features. You will probably find that these have separate lens and wireless transmitter units. The transmitter units will be much larger than the camera part due to the built-in batteries and the transmitter components.
We have not mentioned the prices of the cameras in this article. This is because the selling price varies day-to-day and also depends on the deals available. You can click on the ‘View on Amazon’ link to see the current offer price and check out detailed user reviews.
Conclusion
These were the best-selling wireless spy cameras based on sales data from Amazon USA. We found a wide range of spy cameras in the top-sellers list, from micro cameras to those disguised as everyday items. If you found this list useful, please let us know by leaving a comment below.
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Is there any battery powered camera that support RTSP or MJPEG streaming like any normal IP cam?
I really don’t want to use those vendor specific apps and cloud services.
I haven’t come across a decent one with RTSP or MJPEG yet. There maybe some no-name brand cameras on Amazon and eBay that can do MJPEG though.
Your wireless spy cameras looking unique specification which makes these cameras different from others. I have been using TT520PW HD Wireless micro spy cameras of “Titathink Technology” and it’s really effective to use as it has some splendid resolution which gives me a perfect visual of the recording. Now I am very happy with this spy camera.
Hi there
are you based in London?
I am looking for a wireless covert pinhole cam ( penny size) with night vision and especially with continuous recording of up to 24hrs. for my room.
I have bought three different mini wireless cam and had to return them due to their complicated functionality and are so obvious to notice. so, I am looking for something like ‘push and record’ no wires or complicated wires. and more importantly covert wireless tiny pinhole cam
my budget is no more than £60
Hello,
Yes we are based in the UK. Have you seen this camera?
http://amzn.to/293gyk5
Daniel