r/homesecurity

112k members
r/homesecurity is a subreddit with 112k members. The most common kinds of discussions are solution requests and pain & anger, and the community frequently discusses camera, security, security cameras, doorbell, and security camera, and they frequently recommend/review camera system, security system, and home security system.
We're a place to get help with and discuss all topics relating to home security. All topics from beginner questions to help with your esoteric GE panel from 1989 are welcome! Are you looking for advice on cameras or security systems? Try using the search bar! NOTE: We require a minimum of 50 karma to post.

Popular Themes in r/homesecurity

#1
Solution Requests
: "Recommendations for security cameras (PoE)"
7 posts
#2
Pain & Anger
: "The camera caught everything but stopped nothing. What actually makes someone leave?"
5 posts
#3
Advice Requests
: "The verge covered the new baseus u2 pro. Would a tracking spotlight be more effective than a regular motion light?"
4 posts

Popular Topics in r/homesecurity

#1

Camera

32 posts
#2

Security

20 posts
#3

Security Cameras

11 posts
#4

Doorbell

10 posts
#5

Security Camera

9 posts
#6

Cameras

7 posts
#7

System

7 posts
#8

Nvr

6 posts
#9

Indoor

6 posts
#10

Alarm System

6 posts

Products Discussed in r/homesecurity

Camera System

79 reviews
#1
Reolink
4.1★ from 27 reviews
#2
Dahua
4.2★ from 5 reviews
#3
Arlo
3.7★ from 3 reviews

Security System

62 reviews
#1
Reolink
4.4★ from 7 reviews
#2
DSC
4.5★ from 6 reviews
#3
Ring
4.3★ from 4 reviews
#1
Ring
4.2★ from 9 reviews
#2
Qolsys
4.7★ from 6 reviews
#3
Reolink
4.4★ from 5 reviews

Member Growth in r/homesecurity

Yearly
+17k members(17.4%)

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Last updated: November 7, 2026