I am surprised at how convincing these look. I did not buy these to replace real cameras, just to give the look that there are more cameras in the house. These work great for ceiling corners that are in basements facing windows, or any large room where it faces a window. The blinking red light could make them think twice, but I would still recommend having true security measures up first and foremost. Also, they are simple to install. If you are able to tie your own shoes the first try, then you can install theses dummy-cameras yourself.
A year later, these fake security alarm lights, mounted outdoors but protected from weather by a patio roof, still look serious and official. The boyfriend mounted these lights on the side of the air conditioner along with a security alarm sticker and a motion-activated light underneath. At night, the red pulsing light of this fake security camera is visible from the ground floor, and when complemented with the illumination of a motion-activated light, it looks fabulously authentic.
I was reading on website that reviews the effectiveness of dummy security cameras and overall they can be useful but the blinking red light is just a sign to thieves that these are fake as real security cameras don't have them, so I suggested not using it and of course that means no messing with batteries! I do suggest running a wire to the camera to make it look like it is really connected to a monitoring device. You can use a short length of coax cable like that used on cable TV. There are lots of simple ways to make it look real no matter what type of surface you mount it to. I have vertical siding that made it a snap by mounting it camera across the slot in the siding and running the cable in the slot using duct tape to hold it under the camera and wading up a piece to hold it in the slot in the siding on the other side (see photo). I think using the warning stickers that came with it are ok but the camera looks pretty convincing without them.
The ones I received look just like the picture. They still look real and they look good, but just a heads up. Also the backs have screw slots, but I was hoping for a better method of attachment like industrial double sided sticky pads or something. Really don't want to put screws in the vinyl siding for a fake camera. Used a mounting tape. Easy enough. :)
All in all, I'm very pleased with the purchase.
Look legit. Long battery life for the blinking light. Even if you don't put batteries in for the light, it looks legit. Easy to install. Low price compared to everything else listed. You get two! I have installed them indoors. I'm not sure if hey would work the same outside. Note: you need a flat surface to install them, something you can drill screws into (like drywall).
Feature Product
- Features: The inexpensive solution for security theft problems with high resemblance to real cameras and activation light. No motorized pan movement. With elegant and contemporary design, this camera is very popular.
- Design: Made of high quality and durable material. Compact design and easy to install. Appear to work as an actual security camera.
- Installation: Cheap and effective way to deter criminals. Installs quickly and easily to the ceiling or wall using the included screws. No wiring is required. 2 pcs AA batteries operated (NOT included).
- Environment: Protect your homes, shops and business. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor usage. Mix dummy and real cameras to increase your security at a fraction of the cost of real cameras.
- Package Includes: 2 x Wali Dome Simulation Camera (Black), 4 x Screw, 2 X Warning Security Alert Sticker Decal, 2 pcs AA batteries operated (NOT included)
Description
WALI Dummy Fake Security Surveillance Security Dome Camera
- Designed to improve home security with the high resemblance to real cameras and activation light.
- The cheap and effective way to deter criminals.
Product Specification:
- Indoor/Outdoor
- Water Resistant Only, Not Waterproof
- Color: Black
- LED Light: One Blinking LED Light, Blink Every 3 Seconds
- Input: 2 Piece AA Batteries Operated (NOT Included)
- Timer: Brand New Battery Work at Least 6 Months
- Camera Dimension: 4.6" Diameters and 2.95" High
- Warning Sticker Decal Dimension: 3.5 x 2 inches (L x W)
- Mounting: Two Mounting Key Holes
- No Wiring Required
- No on/off Switch
Package Includes:
- WALI Dome Simulation Fake Camera (Black) x 2
- Warning Security Alert Sticker Decal x 2
- Install Guide Templates Card x 1
- User Manual x 1
I installed these as a deterrent for times I have to be out of town for more than a few days. I think they work well when paired with the decal. Shortly after installing them, around 10 PM I was answering some emails before bed so all the lights were off and house was quiet. I heard someone open my front screen door. There was a 10-second pause and then the screen door closed. They didn't knock (like a friend or neighbor would) and I didn't find a business card or brochure like you'd expect from a solicitor. I'm guessing whoever it was saw the decal, looked up and saw the blinking LED, and decided this darkened house wasn't worth whatever it was they planned to do.
Camera: you need a VISUAL deterrent?? this is it, stop looking. This was easily mounted on old siding under the gutters, looking straight out at the driveway, near the floodlight and it looks 100% authentic at that distance (bad pic attached, but you get the idea). Packaged nicely, with a paper guide for the screws and both units look like JUST LIKE cameras that we have at work which my boss constantly views the feeds and it *does* have a light. Put some energizer batteries in and it was off to the races.
Red Light: After reading all the reviews-and I do mean all- I was super concerned about the red blinking lights being a "dead giveaway" to the crims. But here's the thing, during the day you can barely see the red light and it depends on the angle. And if you are that close, it definitely reads as motion. From a distance at night it looks like that little red blink is following you and it blinks on, waits, then off. I personally think this is one of the biggest features that makes it look authentic. My work cameras have green lights so lights are a thing people. I didn't attach any fake cords or stickers, or signs or extras others have mentioned, to me that's overkill but depends on your situation.
Summary: Highly recommend! I did purchase some Wyze cams (love!) and use those in conjunction with these dummycams to feel ultra secure in and around my home. Most criminals are dumb and not Ocean 11 professionals looking to make a big score. They don't know if it's a wireless, wired, infrared, motion, pan, ring, nest, or adt and I doubt they will risk it with these around.
These are perfect. I have a bunch of teenagers that crash my house with my son and one of the brats stole some pills from my bathroom. So I bought 6 of these and put them around the house and in my bathroom, took a picture from my phone standing where I mounted it showing it to them so they think I have full security and its working. I see them waving at it and I have fake wires I even ran from a different camera and literally look like they go through the wall and are legit. I'm in a rental house so didn't want to invest in some gear that would be difficult to remove in 2 years, so these were cheap and perfect. I'm well armed too so the need for cameras is limited- but yes, will be installing the real deal with app to my phone when I move. For now, these work great.
The cameras look very real with the little blinky red light. I work security and it kept my guards on point with none suspecting them to be fake. The kit included 2 surveillance stickers. a template for quick install and the mounting hardware.
I recently took a closer look at the cameras in my local bank and these look extremely similar. These domes look like the real thing. And you can't beat the price. On a side note, because I have new siding and soffits, I was reluctant to puncture holes using the screws that came with the domes. Instead I used Command strips, which seem to work just as good. The type of strips I bought were similar to Velcro (using two strips at a time), which should make it easier to remove the domes to replace the batteries.
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