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ANNKE 5MP Lite Security Camera System Outdoor 8 Channel H 265 DVR and 8X1920TVL IP66 Weatherproof Home CCTV Cameras Smart Playback Instant Email Alert with Images 1TB Hard Drive E200
Last Updated: July 12, 2021 (Refresh Now)
8.3
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
804
Old Reviews
359
Unverified
71
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Full HD 1080p
RESOLUTION
1200 meters
SIZE
1048576 GB
MEMORY
Yes
HDMI
Review Analysis - 374 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Usage
98easy, system, install, setup, set
+91%
-9%
" ... we had a professional install on our apartment building and we really like them. ... "
" ... Other than that seem like a pretty game security camera system ... "
" ... Hardest part of installation was the wiring through the attic. ... "
" ... Easy to install and great video quality for the price ... "
" ... They are prompt within 24-48 hours too! ... "
" ... I purchased this and set it up, extremely easy setup!! ... "
" ... I have installed one in my home, one at my wife’s retail shop and one at my friends home. ... "
" ... The product was easy to install, but getting it to work is a different story. ... "
Camera
78camera, night, vision, system, 8
+90%
-10%
" ... I had researched camera systems for the last year for the outside of my home. ... "
" ... Great cameras waiting for tech support on one issue but overall a good system ... "
" ... The ability to have motion detion and intrusion is great on the same camera is amazing. ... The cameras had pretty good quality. ... "
" ... I will say the camera's have a very good picture but that's about it. ... I tried for over 30 minutes to view one of my cameras last night. ... "
" ... The quality of the cameras images is still the same even after 2 years. ... "
" ... The cameras video/pictures are very sharp and the zoom feature is outstanding. ... "
" ... Cameras and system work great. ... "
" ... Wish it had a remote to operate instead of a mouse but man crystal clear pictures with zoom capability is pretty epic I’m really happy ... "
Usage / Setup
70easy, install, system, setup, installation
+91%
-9%
" ... The phone app itself is easy to navigate and configure. ... "
" ... Very quick setup. ... "
" ... Easy to install and use . ... "
" ... Easy to set up with a simple straight forward interface. ... "
" ... easy to install. ... "
" ... we had a professional install on our apartment building and we really like them. ... "
" ... Set up was pretty easy since we have old wires running through the house,and I did't have a chance to use tech support ... "
" ... The cameras were easy to install we just used a screw driver and tucked the cords up into the trim. ... "
Usage / Ease
65easy, system, set, easy to set, setup
+92%
-8%
" ... Every item was there and very easy instructions. ... "
" ... Easy to navigate the playback function from your cellphone (android). ... The overasll set up is straightforward although a bit confusing if you try to add another phone to the system. ... "
" ... set up was very easy. ... "
" ... It's easier and quicker to have 2 people to install. ... "
" ... Easy to install ... "
" ... Easy to install and use . ... "
" ... The phone app itself is easy to navigate and configure. ... "
" ... Super easy to install great picture ... "
Price
46system, money, worth the money, value, great product
+98%
-2%
" ... So far for the price paid seems like a good value. ... "
" ... Excellent quality video, especially for the price. ... "
" ... Overall good buy for this price. ... "
" ... Greta cameras for the price. ... "
" ... Pretty easy to install and definitely worth the money. ... "
" ... Can’t beat it for the price! ... "
" ... Amazing product for the money. ... "
" ... Great Product great price i would recommend to anyone. ... "
Connectivity
39connect, app, wifi, monitor, connection
+72%
-28%
" ... I've changed power supply/HDMI/monitors even order new camera wire . ... "
" ... My current system was wireless, and it was great at first. ... "
" ... DVR is compact and small with 1TB hard drive which is pretty enough ... "
" ... currently viewing from 4 mobile devices. ... "
" ... I just prefer wired. ... "
" ... I also decided to get a monitor after the fact because I wanted to be able to look at it without tying up a tv or computer. ... Just something you might want to think about when you order: get hard drive and monitor too! ... "
" ... Plug and play. ... "
" ... I am using this system with a cellular wifi hotspot. ... "
Software
38software, view, playback, password, cameras
+76%
-24%
" ... Downloading and setting up the annke app with no hassle and I can get motion detection alerts and view live on my phone from anywhere I go and records perfect. ... "
" ... I was able to download the app and connect it with my system without any trouble. ... "
" ... If you can operate a windows computer you can operate this. ... "
" ... You can also monitor your cameras via your smartphone and the app. ... "
" ... Access from mobile phone has worked every time. ... "
" ... No problems with the app I get alerts fine. ... "
" ... The app is also great. ... "
" ... These are just as good if not better and app is simple easy to use. ... "
Picture
31quality, clear, night vision, cameras, night
+94%
-6%
" ... The picture quality and ease of use is great. ... "
" ... These are excellent cameras with a very clear picture. ... "
" ... At night not much light out but still gets good picture. ... "
" ... The picture is very clear. ... "
" ... I like the quality clear picture and video ... "
" ... Picture quality is very good. ... "
" ... The picture quality is fantastic for both day and night vision. ... "
" ... the picture quality is very good. ... "
Reliability
30working, cameras, month, faulty, ago
+70%
-30%
" ... Not only did they go above and beyond and trying to get the old system to work, but when that failed they sent me a brand new system. ... "
" ... Replaced a system I paid thousands for years ago . ... "
" ... We have had these about a year now and they are great. ... "
" ... I have installed a few ANNKE systems over the past couple of years and have always had good results with them. ... "
" ... So far so good, working great no complaints ... "
" ... We have had no issues. ... "
" ... Finally it worked! ... "
" ... The system itself plugged right up and started doing what it needed to do. ... "
Connectivity / Device Compatibility
27monitor, connect, app, anytime, mobile phone
+70%
-30%
" ... I was able to download the app and connect it with my system without any trouble. ... "
" ... I love the access of the phone app, and the ease of using it. ... "
" ... Was looking for an easy to set up and easy to monitor security solution for our business. ... "
" ... We communicate by phone and email!! ... "
" ... I can check my house on my phone anytime anywhere I go. ... "
" ... BUT an account can be used on multiple mobile phones, and your device can be shared to account. ... "
" ... Annke has been an upgrade from my wireless Bunkerhill system. ... "
" ... You can also monitor your cameras via your smartphone and the app. ... "
Software / Apps
26playback, cameras, view, software, mobile app
+81%
-19%
" ... These are just as good if not better and app is simple easy to use. ... "
" ... The phone app itself is easy to navigate and configure. ... "
" ... On the up side however, I am very pleased with the live view, the app works great and I can view live footage externally on any number of devices. ... "
" ... Great app for remote view. ... "
" ... Set up was easy, but the app takes a little time to figure out. ... "
" ... I love the access of the phone app, and the ease of using it. ... "
" ... Phone app is pretty good, can see all the cameras and even playback recordings. ... "
" ... Easy to navigate the playback function from your cellphone (android). ... "
Body
21cameras, made, cheap, screw, metal
+71%
-29%
" ... It’s very convenient and it might be made of plastic I think it will last,,, fingers crossed don’t feel like changing them too often . ... "
" ... More than enough space with 1TB hardrive. ... "
" ... The cameras are really light weight but made well and easy to mount. ... "
" ... Small lightweight cameras ... "
" ... I may still upgrade to that so I can have two additional cameras facing directly at the back door and front door. ... "
" ... The sign-uo is a pain but worth it. ... "
" ... 4 stars for the quality of the construction. ... "
" ... I put them all around my house and it blends very well since they are all black. ... "
Marketplace
19good, works, thank, thanks, product
+74%
-26%
" ... Works perfect as described ... "
" ... Received everything in good working. ... "
" ... Thank you for your product. ... "
" ... they reply by the next day. ... "
" ... 👍🏼Thank you Sophia! ... "
" ... The old "snow" on the pics was completely gone. ... "
" ... Again, thank you. ... "
" ... Thanks again M.😉 ... "
Cable
18cables, running, system, wiring, cable
+67%
-33%
" ... I got the wired so I did hire a professional to run the wires and stuff but I am confident that most could do the job without a professional! ... "
" ... I should’ve purchased the additional cables (400 feet) as suggested but was able to get some from the mart of walls. ... "
" ... The hardest part was honestly running all the wires. ... "
" ... The cables that come with it for the most part were long enough and I’m sure if we put multiple holes in our attic the cords would have been fine. ... The cables that do come with them are 60ft so they are pretty sufficient. ... "
" ... Esta muy bueno precio bajo y buena calidad de imagen, tiene cables muy largos eso me encanto, exelente producto gracias! ... "
" ... Each camera has 100 ft of dual cable. ... "
" ... What took the longest was running of the wires. ... "
" ... It turns out that the old Q-see cams and cables worked find with this new system. ... The old Q-see cables work fine, so you don't have to crawl around the attic for this new wired system. ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
15works, thank, thanks, product, good
+80%
-20%
" ... The old "snow" on the pics was completely gone. ... "
" ... Again, thank you. ... "
" ... Thanks again M.😉 ... "
" ... Thanks for all the recommendations from here. ... "
" ... Thank you for your product. ... "
" ... they reply by the next day. ... "
" ... 👍🏼Thank you Sophia! ... "
" ... Works perfect as described ... "
Usage / Capacity
12friends, family, system, installed, install
+100%
" ... Peace of mind while I'm away from my house. ... "
" ... I have installed one in my home, one at my wife’s retail shop and one at my friends home. ... "
" ... this one is turned on when i am away from the house. ... "
" ... Bought a second set for my other house ... "
" ... I love the system and I love the fact that I can see my house from everywhere . ... "
" ... Been very happy with our purchase and would definitely recommend it to friends and family ... "
" ... Bought a second system for a family member. ... "
" ... we had a professional install on our apartment building and we really like them. ... "
Resolution
10hd, dvr, 5mp, resolution, annke
+70%
-30%
" ... Even though I have 4K TVs, the 5MP cameras have a great picture. ... Very very happy with my 5MP DVR & 4K H.265+ Hybrid DVR Annke systems. ... Oh I also forgot to mention the price is very reasonable and cheaper than the other 4K NVR & DVR systems that I looked at. ... "
" ... I had an issue with HD and Sophia/ customer service was very prompt at returning my request and very polite! ... "
" ... Video quality much better (previous camera system had lower resolution). ... "
" ... At 1080 the pictures are a lot clearer. ... "
" ... Great high definition video quality as well! ... "
" ... Finally got it all hooked up a couple months after I received, definently not HD. ... "
" ... I suggest clicking the "Basic" icon and then you will have the option to view in HD. ... "
Display
10view, resolution, picture, display, angle
+70%
-30%
" ... Great vision, must have a LED tv ! ... "
" ... It comes with everything needed but a screen, if you want to view from the house. ... "
" ... It has 8 cameras,with bright and high picture resolution ... "
" ... good view of every angle. ... "
" ... These have wide angle view. ... "
" ... I was so happy when I saw the media through the screen! ... "
" ... Clear display and motion activation saves HDD space. ... "
Body / Build Quality
10made, cheap, cameras, metal, made of plastic
+50%
-50%
" ... During the installation I noticed that all the camera housings were made of plastic rather than aluminum . ... I figured since she lives near the beach in Florida that maybe the plastic housings might hold up better in the moist salty environment . ... When you purchase camera systems make sure the camera body has an aluminum housing . ... If they dont tell you in their description that usually means they are made of the cheap plastic. ... "
" ... System feels super cheap too. ... "
" ... So cheap made, camera is made cheap plastic. ... "
Storage
9hard drive, enough, system, storage, record
+100%
" ... DVR is compact and small with 1TB hard drive which is pretty enough ... "
" ... More than enough space with 1TB hardrive. ... "
" ... With the 1TB storage I'm able to record 24/7. ... "
" ... Put my mind at ease about who is around my house during the day.1TB of memory is enough to continuously record for a week of two the system is well worth the money and has great quality. ... "
" ... The system is equipped with a free 1tb hard disk. ... "
" ... 1T storage is good. ... "
" ... we have the camera hooked into our computer and saved the footage on a usb drive. ... "
" ... I gave it a 4 star review because it came without a hard drive. ... "
Usage / For Running
8wires, job, system, professional
+100%
" ... It’s ran great. ... "
" ... Easy to do, even with running all the wires. ... We were up and running over a weekend. ... "
" ... Great, especially running a contacting business from home. ... "
" ... I got the wired so I did hire a professional to run the wires and stuff but I am confident that most could do the job without a professional! ... "
" ... What took the longest was running of the wires. ... "
" ... I haven’t tested it in full operation because setting it up and running the wires is a big job. ... "
" ... Had the system up and running for a week now and so far so good. ... "
" ... The hardest part was honestly running all the wires. ... "
Marketplace / Product As Described
7works, good, better, image, color
+86%
-14%
" ... The old "snow" on the pics was completely gone. ... "
" ... Everything works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works perfect as described ... "
Connectivity / Ports
7internet, ethernet, connection, connect, system
+43%
-57%
" ... I’m trying to figure out how to get internet connection with out having to run cable from one of end of the house to the other into the dvr. ... "
" ... I’ve already spent $30 more dollars getting alternate cables not provided to switch some out because they were possible “faulty”. ... "
Network
6coverage, connection, wired, wifi, internet
+83%
-17%
" ... For the wifi connection. ... "
" ... Additionally, the new cams have a wider field of view, giving us excellent coverage. ... "
" ... We couldn't have wireless because of our rural location and satellite internet, so wired it was! ... "
" ... I also had to order a special router connection since the DVR was placed on the 2nd floor. ... "
Features
6system, see
+100%
" ... and the features . ... "
" ... Annke system exceeds others not only by price but by the features offered. ... "
" ... The seller were very helpful, and the system has lots of great features - that work. ... "
" ... Still learning all the features. ... "
" ... There are many options. ... "
Video
5quality, system, excellent, videos, recorded
+100%
" ... The system has very good video quality. ... "
" ... Overall an excellent product for the money, great video quality. ... "
" ... Very intuitive in terms of setting up, watching live video, and reviewing recorded video both on the system and on my phone. ... "
" ... Great high definition video quality as well! ... "
" ... Excellent and clear videos. ... "
Connectivity / Wifi
5connection, wired, system, box, app
+100%
" ... For the wifi connection. ... "
" ... I just prefer wired. ... "
" ... I am using this system with a cellular wifi hotspot. ... "
" ... The picture quality was great and wifi connectivity is stable. ... "
" ... for your security, an SN can only be added by one account. ... "
Color
4dark, cameras, color, clear, resolution
+100%
" ... I am really pleased with the functionality of the cameras and the clear picture even after dark. ... "
" ... It has 8 cameras,with bright and high picture resolution ... "
" ... When it gets dark the cameras go to black and white from color. ... It can be completely dark, but the pictures on the monitor are just like it was daylight. ... "
Body / Comfort
4last, feel, changing
+100%
" ... back to the issue at hand - I am happy! ... "
" ... The sign-uo is a pain but worth it. ... "
" ... It’s very convenient and it might be made of plastic I think it will last,,, fingers crossed don’t feel like changing them too often . ... "
" ... I would highly recommend this product hands down and two thumbs up ... "
Sound / Sound Quality
3audio, even, camera
+67%
-33%
" ... They work great, kinda wish they had audio but works great! ... "
" ... Great cameras, no sound! ... "
Sound
3audio, even, camera
+67%
-33%
" ... They work great, kinda wish they had audio but works great! ... "
" ... Great cameras, no sound! ... "
Remote
3viewing, previous, unit, system, package
+67%
-33%
" ... remote viewing is great. ... "
" ... Easy to setup and good remote viewing ... "
Power
3system, supply, power supply
+33%
-67%
" ... So I got my volt meter out and seen the power supply was fried. ... "
" ... Have not had this system up for not even 3 months and the power supply has just went out . ... "
Performance
3job, system, fast
+100%
" ... Did it’s job. ... "
" ... My net speed is fast. ... "
" ... This production has a graphic card problem. ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
3working, time, came, box
+100%
" ... Received everything in good working. ... "
" ... The unit came on time. ... "
" ... Good out of the box. ... "
Clarity
3quality
+100%
" ... We have 8 and I’m impressed with the clarity!! ... "
Body / Fit
3plastic, wall, screws, mounting, light
+33%
-67%
" ... Despcriptions mostly does not fit what they want to describe. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 1200 meters
Connectivity
HDMI: Yes
WiFi: Yes
3G: Yes
Memory
Memory: 1048576 GB
Display
Resolution: Full HD 1080p
Full HD 1080p
RESOLUTION
1200 meters
SIZE
1048576 GB
MEMORY
Yes
HDMI