Swann NVW-470

The Swann NVW-470 All-in-One SwannSecure consists of a rugged 720p outdoor camera and a 7-inch touch-screen monitor that doubles as a video recorder. The camera is a solid performer, but it doesn't work without the monitor, and it's expensive.

Sharp HD video. Good night vision. Durable weatherproof housing. Local recording to SD card.

Expensive. Camera does not work without monitor. No online recording option. Sketchy touch-screen performance.

Conclusion If you're looking for a rugged outdoor security camera that lets you view live and recorded video from your smartphone, the NVW-470 All-in-One SwannSecure will fill the bill, but there are less expensive alternatives out there. Granted, the...