I’ve been really curious about expanding my home security setup with some new cameras, but I’m running into a bit of a puzzle. I noticed that the SmartThings app primarily integrates with Arlo and Ring cameras, which is great, but I’m wondering if there are other brands out there that can work seamlessly with SmartThings. I came across the deprecated Blink XT integration, which is a bit frustrating, and I’m really hoping there are other manufacturers that offer compatible solutions.
I’ve heard some users mention cameras from brands like Reolink and Amcrest, but I’m not entirely sure how well they integrate with SmartThings. Have any of you had success with these brands? I’d love to hear about your experiences and any tips you might have for ensuring a smooth setup. Maybe there are some hidden gems out there that I haven’t discovered yet!
One thing I’m particularly interested in is how these cameras handle motion detection and notifications within the SmartThings ecosystem. I’ve set up some routines that trigger lights or send alerts based on motion, and it would be fantastic if the cameras could enhance this functionality without any hiccups. I’m also curious about the app’s ability to handle multiple cameras from different brands—does it maintain consistent performance, or are there noticeable differences in reliability?
If anyone has managed to integrate a non-traditional camera brand with SmartThings, I’d love to know your setup and any challenges you faced. Maybe we can compile a list of compatible cameras and share our findings with the community. Let’s explore this together and see how we can make our smart homes even smarter!