Sound the Black Friday Alarm: These Top-Rated Security Cameras and Video Doorbells Are at Least 50% Off

Worried about what’s going on at home when you’re not there? You can set your mind at ease with a home security camera, and right now is a great time to buy one. I manage PCMag’s home security coverage, and I’m sounding the alarm on the best Black Friday deals I’d buy if my place wasn’t already monitored like Fort Knox. It’s my job to help you make an informed purchasing decision, so you can feel confident that the products you buy are actually worth your money, and these deals meet your expectations. My picks cover indoor and outdoor home security cameras and video doorbells from top brands like Arlo, Blink, and Ring—all at least 50% off.

What to Look for in a Home Security Camera

When shopping for a security camera this Black Friday, consider its resolution, video storage options, and power source. We’ve seen 2K-resolution cameras drop to less than $50 and 1080p models for even less. Many security cameras require a cloud plan for access to motion-triggered recordings, but some support local video storage on a microSD card. Amazon-owned Blink offers some of the most affordable cloud storage plans, starting at $3.99 per month, undercutting Arlo and Ring. For power, an affordable plug-in model is ideal for use inside your home, but you may want to spend a bit more on a battery-powered camera for outdoor use, especially if you’re surveilling a remote location. Some security cameras even support solar panels for continuous power when placed in a sunny spot. Video doorbells can be battery-powered for easy installation or hardwired for continuous power.

Arlo Outdoor Camera Deal

Wireless outdoor security cameras are extremely easy to install anywhere you want, as you don’t have to worry about plugging them into an outlet. However, as a drawback, they require occasional charging. That’s much less of a problem with the second-generation Arlo Essential XL, which offers sharp 2K video and up to 16 months of battery life on a single charge, well exceeding the battery life of most other wireless models.

Right now, you can score the Arlo Essential XL on Amazon for just 45.99, or 69% off its list price. That’s the lowest price we’ve seen on this 4-star, Editors’ Choice-winning security camera. I recommend grabbing it now before the deal expires or it sells out.

This camera works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice commands, supporting IFTTT applets that enable integrations with numerous third-party smart home devices. With an optional Arlo Secure plan (starting at $7.99 per month), you receive 60 days of video history, intelligent motion detection (for packages, people, pets, and vehicles), and more. In our testing, it offered clear video, both during the day and at night, and speedy motion alerts. We also appreciate its bright spotlight and loud siren, which served as effective deterrents against raccoons. Less than $50 is a small price to pay for the improved security and peace of mind it offers.

Blink Video Doorbell Deal

Porch pirates are no match for the latest Blink Video Doorbell, which is 57% off at Amazon right now, or just $29.99—its lowest price ever. This smart doorbell camera offers a 1,440-by-1,440-pixel video resolution, providing a head-to-toe view of your doorstep, and the convenience of either battery power or hardwired installation. In our testing, it delivered sharp, colorful video during the day and detailed black-and-white footage at night.

The Blink Video Doorbell doesn’t support Google Home, but it works seamlessly with Amazon Alexa and will even stream video to Amazon Echo Show displays. An optional $3.99 monthly Blink Basic plan unlocks 60 days of unlimited video storage, 90 minutes of extended live viewing (compared with the standard five minutes), live view recording, video sharing, person detection, and photo capture.

It’s a good value even at its $69.99 list price, and right now you can nab it for a fraction of that.

Ring Indoor Camera Deal

Whether you want to monitor a pet or just keep an eye on the inside of your home or garage when you’re out, the best low-cost Ring camera is even more affordable with this Black Friday deal. On sale for $24.99, or 50% off, the second-generation Ring Indoor Camera offers 1080p video with a 143-degree field of view, supports color night vision, offers motion alerts, and works with Alexa voice commands and IFTTT. It comes with a 6.5-foot power cable and can be mounted to the ceiling or wall, or placed on a flat surface.

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It records video when it detects motion and supports Ring’s Pre-Roll feature, which allows you to see what happened in the six seconds preceding the motion trigger. With a Ring Home subscription (starting at $4.99 a month), it offers 180 days of recorded video storage, the ability to download recorded clips, and notifications when a person is in view.

Even at full price, the second-gen Ring Indoor Camera is easy to recommend, especially if you already use other Ring products to protect your home. At half off, it’s a steal for improved home security.

Blink Multi-Cam Bundle Deal

If you need to surveil multiple spots on your property, this is the Black Friday deal for you. The Blink Outdoor 4 is available in a 2-camera kit with an included Sync Module Core Wi-Fi hub for just $51.99, or 60% off its list price. The Blink Outdoor 4 made our list of the best outdoor security cameras for its easy wireless installation, sharp 1080p video, wide 143-degree field of view, and long battery life. If you rely on Amazon’s voice assistant to control your smart home, the affordable Blink Outdoor 4 should fit right into your system.

And for monitoring even more areas, it’s also available in a 3-camera system for $74.99 (61% off), or in a 5-camera system for 119.99 (60% off). At those prices, you can ensure there are absolutely no blind spots around your home.

Lorex Lightbulb Camera Deal

The Lorex 2K Wi-Fi Smart Lightbulb Camera is an interesting product that combines an LED bulb with a high-resolution security camera for discreet surveillance. Right now, it’s available on Amazon at just $29.99, or 57% off its $69.99 list price (which is already $30 less than it was at launch earlier this year). Offering sharp 2K footage with mechanical pan and tilt controls, plus a 400-lumen light, this Editors’ Choice award winner is a fantastic buy for illuminating and monitoring your property. Installing it is as easy as screwing in a light bulb, and it will maintain continuous power as long as the switch remains flipped on. This versatile device earned a place on our list of the best tech products of 2025, and you can score it for less than $30 with this Black Friday deal.

For more, check out our in-depth coverage of all the Black Friday deals, steals, sales, and discounts that we’ve found so far!

FAQs

Are Ring and Blink Cameras Cheaper on Black Friday?

Yes, we’ve seen steep discounts of 30% or more on many Ring and Blink cameras this Black Friday. Both brands are owned by Amazon and offer real-time monitoring capabilities and cloud storage plans for video recordings. Go with Blink if you’re shopping on a budget, while Ring is the better pick if you want professional monitoring or think you might need it in the future. For more, see: Blink vs. Ring: Which Home Security System Is Better?

Do Home Security Systems Go on Sale for Black Friday?

Yes, you can find excellent smart home security system deals for Black Friday. We’ve seen discounts of up to 60% off security systems from highly-rated brands like ADT, Arlo, and SimpliSafe this season. Shopping directly on a manufacturer’s site versus a third-party retailer may offer the most savings, and some brands include freebies like a security camera as part of their promotions.

About Our Expert

Angela Moscaritolo

Managing Editor, Consumer Electronics

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I’m PCMag’s managing editor for consumer electronics, overseeing an experienced team of analysts covering smart home, home entertainment, wearables, fitness and health tech, and various other product categories. I have been with PCMag for more than 10 years, and in that time have written more than 6,000 articles and reviews for the site. I previously served as an analyst focused on smart home and wearable devices, and before that I was a reporter covering consumer tech news. I’m also a yoga instructor, and have been actively teaching group and private classes for nearly a decade. 

Prior to joining PCMag, I was a reporter for SC Magazine, focusing on hackers and computer security. I earned a BS in journalism from West Virginia University, and started my career writing for newspapers in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.

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