An Overview of Zmodo Home Security Cameras
Zmodo has been around for a little over a decade. They were founded in China and produce a variety of smart security cameras for both indoor and outdoor. They also offer basic home security essentials including sensors and secure cloud storage. We reviewed the home security company to see if it compares to popular home security companies today.
Zmodo: Our Recommended Pick for Home Surveillance Systems
With Zmodo, you’ll be able to create your own home surveillance system at an affordable price. For $4.99/mo., you’ll have a week’s worth of cloud storage, continuous video recording and more – all without a contract. They also offer up to 12 hours of cloud storage for free. They have a wide collection of cameras to help you pick the perfect one for your budget and security needs.
Zmodo Plans
There are three no-contract cloud storage plans available for your cameras. Without a plan, your clips will automatically be stored for up to 12 hours for free. Here’s a breakdown of each plan.
Basic Plan – Free
- Alert video clips
- Up to 12 hours of video storage
7-Day Plan – $4.99/mo.
- Alert video clips
- 7 days of cloud storage
- 7 days of continuous video recording (CVR)
- Custom motion zones
- Video editing
- Time-lapse clips
30-Day Plan – $9.99/mo.
- Alert video clips
- 30 days of cloud storage
- 30 days of continuous video recording (CVR)
- Custom motion zones
- Video editing
- Time-lapse cli
Zmodo Basic PlanLearn more | Zmodo 7-Day PlanLearn more | Zmodo 30-Day PlanLearn more | |
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Cost | Free | $4.99/mo. | $9.99/mo. |
Alert video clips | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Cloud storage time | 12 hours | 7 days | 30 days |
Continuous recording time | None | 7 days | 30 days |
Custom motion zones | No | Yes | Yes |
Video editing | No | Yes | Yes |
Why We Recommend the 7-Day Plan
Zmodo’s 7-Day Plan is a good fit for its competitive price-point (you’ll typically find providers that offer video recording charge around $4.99/mo. for a single camera). With this plan, you’ll still get alerts to your phone whenever motion is detected by your camera, and you have up to 7 days to review and playback video. Honestly, in the event you notice something suspicious, you’ll likely alert the authorities immediately, and that’s why we think the 7-Day Plan offers enough time for you to store, review, edit, and share recordings. If, however, you would like to store your video for a longer period of time, we’d recommend going with the 30-Day Plan.
Zmodo Recap
Zmodo is great for an affordable smart surveillance system. No matter what camera you choose, you’ll have up to 12 hours of cloud storage for free. We find that Zmodo is good for a variety of cameras and prices to meet your needs.
Zmodo works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for hands-free control. Each camera has top features that are easy to control using the Zmodo app. However, the app has a few glitches according to customer reviews.
You’ll get a 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee, 1-year warranty and free lifetime support to meet your customer satisfaction. But be mindful that customer service doesn’t have the best reviews. On the bright side, Zmodo has affordable equipment and cloud storage plans. The lowest camera starts at $79 and cloud storage starting at $4.99/mo. without a contract.
How We Based Our Provider Ratings
Price & Packages
Each provider’s score is based on the affordability of equipment and professional monitoring services. Providers whose pricing on these two factors are lower received a better score from us. We know a security system is an investment, but it shouldn’t break your budget.Stand-out Features
Each provider’s score is based on the innovative equipment offered like smart home products, smart home integration, security cameras, mobile apps and other features. Providers with more stand-out features receive a higher rating from us as we want you to have the best technology.Equipment
Each provider’s score is based on special qualities of the products offered like cellular monitoring, hazard monitoring as well as smart home products. Providers who offer optional equipment receive a higher score. We believe that holistic safety services are beneficial to our readers.Installation
Each provider’s score is based on clarity of how the home security system can be installed and access to support. Providers receive a higher score if the installation process is clear and customers have access to professional installation services or online guides.Trial Period & Guarantee
Each provider’s score is based on trial period, coverage and ease of service cancellation. Providers who offer a longer trial period, have great coverage terms and an easier cancellation process receive higher scores. Consumers should have enough time to test whether a home security system meets their needs and expectations.Customer Service
Each provider's score is based on the Better Business Bureau rating, mobile app ratings from Apple and Google Play and the overall Trustpilot rating. We also consider individual customer reivews from Trustpilot. Providers with higher ratings and reviews get higher scores. Please note that BBB ratings, plans, pricing, and other details can change without our knowledge. Details accurate as of March 23, 2020.
Warranty
Each provider's score is based on whether or not the provider has a warranty to cover equipment, repairs and replacements. Providers receive a higher score if the warranty covers more and lasts an extended period of time.