About HomeSecurityAtlas

HomeSecurityAtlas exists to centralize information about popular DIY home security products and provide practical, decision-making insights that would otherwise take hours to gather. We focus on products that prioritize local storage, open protocols, and privacy—helping you avoid cloud subscriptions and vendor lock-in.

Instead of wading through scattered specs, forum threads, and marketing pages, you can filter by what actually matters: power type, connectivity, storage options, protocol support, and Home Assistant compatibility. Every product includes a Local-First Score and Reality Notes backed by sources, so you can make confident decisions quickly.

HomeSecurityAtlas was born from a personal need. As a first-time homebuyer, I wanted to secure my home for my family without adding another monthly subscription or exposing my cameras to the cloud. The problem? Finding the right setup took way too long.

I spent countless hours sifting through product specs, researching ecosystems, reading about privacy incidents, and figuring out which cameras would actually work with local NVRs or Home Assistant. Every decision felt like a research project. I kept thinking: "There has to be a better way to do this."

So I built HomeSecurityAtlas to help others do this faster. Whether you're setting up your first camera or building out a full NVR-based system, this site is here to help you kickstart your journey to securing your home and loved ones with confidence.

We try our best to provide accurate and up-to-date information. Product specs, compatibility details, and reality notes are researched carefully and sourced where possible. That said, manufacturers update firmware, change policies, and discontinue features—sometimes without notice.

We strongly encourage you to verify key details with the manufacturer before making a purchase. If you spot something that looks off—whether it's a spec, an image, or a compatibility note—please let us know via the contact form. Your feedback helps us keep this resource accurate for everyone.