Does the Wyze Bulb Cam need a subscription?

No. Live view and microSD recording work without one. Cloud event storage is optional through Cam Plus.

Yes, with a microSD card installed. Without a card it records only motion events.

Will it work in a fixture on a wall switch?

Only if the switch stays on. Cutting power turns the camera off, so use a fixture that is always powered.

What socket does it fit?

A standard E26 socket on 120V 60Hz. It is not made for 220V or non-US fittings.

Does it work with Alexa and Google?

Yes, and with IFTTT and Wyze Rules. You can view the feed on compatible smart displays.

Is the camera motorized?

No. You pan and tilt it by hand and extend the internal rod to aim it.

Where is the WYZE Bulb Cam Security Camera cheapest?

At The Home Depot, for $34.98, 61% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the WYZE Bulb Cam Security Camera?

Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 403 ratings.

Where can I buy the WYZE Bulb Cam Security Camera?

12 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, cloudshiftsol, buynbuy store, doorup shop, routeshop shop.

WYZE Bulb Cam Security Camera

Best price now

$34.98at The Home DepotChecked 9 h ago

61% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 12 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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What reviewers say

3.9 / 5403 ratings

Owners generally like how quickly the Bulb Cam installs and the convenience of a light and camera in one fixture. Complaints center on the app, false or missed motion alerts and units that stop working.

What people mention

SetupMixedMany find Bluetooth pairing quick, but some hit app and connection snags.
PicturePraisedOwners call the 2K image and color night vision clear.
Motion alertsCriticisedReviewers report false triggers and missed events.
Light outputPraisedThe dimmable 800-lumen bulb is bright enough for a porch.
ReliabilityCriticisedSome units stop working or drop off Wi-Fi after a while.
AimingMixedThe wide view helps, but manual pan and tilt take trial and error.

About the WYZE Bulb Cam Security Camera

• Smart Lighting and Wide 160° View Security Camera - A motion-activated light and security camera are conveniently powered by any light fixture for effortless outdoor protection and automation. Sees more with a 160° wide-view bulb camera for enhanced protection.

• Telescoping Internal Rod and Manual Adjustable Pan &Tilt, Easy Bluetooth Setup - Extend the camera up to 1.2inch, pan 360° and tilt up to 90° to find just the right angle. This light bulb camera applicable to E26 socket (120v 60hz input) and enables Bluetooth setup (No need to scan QR codes.) and works with Alexa/Google Assistant/IFTTT and Wyze Rules for smart home automation.

• Clear 2K HD Resolution with WDR and Color Night Vision - Protect double the area in greater detail with high-definition clarity. WDR evens out darker and lighter spots in the same scene for a more even picture.

• Dimmable 800 Lumen LED Bulb - Customize the brightness on these long-lasting LED bulbs to achieve the perfect lighting.

• 24/7 Local Recording with MicroSD Card* - Don’t miss a thing with continuous local recording to a microSD card up to 256 GB. No subscription required. (*MicroSD cards sold separately. )

• Two-Way Audio & Free detection alerts - Speak to people and pets from anywhere right from your smartphone. Get notified on your smartphone when motion and sound are detected.

• AI Notifications and Descriptive Alerts – With Cam Unlimited Pro (subscription required), customize detection and alerts for People, Pets, Packages, and Vehicles, and receive detailed descriptions of detected events.

• Group Light Control with Wyze Accessory Bulbs - Pair up to 5 Accessory Bulbs for full coverage smart lighting. NOTE: This bulb cam is only compatible with Wyze Bulb Cam Accessory Bulb (Accessory Bulb sold separately).