How we test.
How we earn.

Affiliate Disclosure

ShieldScore earns commissions when you click affiliate links to home security products we review. These relationships fund our independent testing lab at no cost to you.

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Our Testing Process

Every product on this site has been installed and tested by our editorial team over multiple weeks. We evaluate:

• Video quality, night vision, and field of view
• Build quality, weather resistance, and durability
• App experience, notification speed, and reliability
• Installation difficulty and setup process
• Smart home integration (Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit)
• Subscription plans, cloud storage, and local backup options
• Security and encryption standards
• Pricing fairness and value for money

Editorial Independence

Brands cannot pay for higher rankings or more favorable reviews. We include both strengths and weaknesses for every product. All recommendations come from our editorial team based on real hands-on testing, not affiliate potential.