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SimpliSafe

SimpliSafe SimpliCam 1080p Wired Indoor Security Camera

  • 1080p HD video with night vision
  • 120 degree field of view
  • Indoor only, corded AC power
  • Wi-Fi connection required
  • Stainless steel privacy shutter over the lens
  • 2-way audio to talk through the camera
  • Gen 3 SimpliSafe system compatible
  • 1 year manufacturer warranty

Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

An indoor camera for owners of a compatible SimpliSafe system who want video and talk-back at home. Alarm-linked extras need a monitoring plan, and the camera cannot go outdoors.

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ASIN: B089PYDDVYModel: SCM200

Overview

A hallway or living room with a lot of foot traffic is the placement the description suggests for this plug-in indoor camera, which has a stainless steel shutter that closes over the lens. Setup runs through the SimpliSafe app.

A physical shutter and a wide view are the reason to buy, since privacy control is part of the hardware itself. The limits are practical: it needs Wi-Fi and wall power, works indoors only, and the faster police response described needs a separate monitoring plan.

Who it's for

Homes already running a SimpliSafe alarm, with an outlet near the spot to watch, match the setup described. Renters without that system, and anyone watching a porch or yard, should choose another camera because this one is indoor only.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Physical privacy shutter
  • Wide field of view
  • Two-way audio built in
  • Night vision for dark rooms
Cons
  • Indoor use only
  • Needs Wi-Fi and AC power
  • Monitoring features need a separate plan
  • Works with one named system

Performance notes

The camera streams to the SimpliSafe app over Wi-Fi, so image quality and alert speed depend on signal strength where it is plugged in. Motion detection triggers the phone alerts, and night vision relies on infrared LEDs that light a limited area in front of the lens. The shutter physically covers the lens when closed.

Specifications

BrandSimpliSafe
ModelSCM200
Dimensions & fit
Item Dimensions2.08 x 2.55 x 4.56 inches
Power & efficiency
Power SourceCorded Electric
Wattage5 watts
Compatibility & installation
Compatible DevicesSmartphone
Connectivity ProtocolWi-Fi
Connectivity TechnologyWired
Installation Typewall_mount
Mount TypeWall Mount
Other details
BuiltIn MediaCamera
Control MethodApp
Controller TypePush Button
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor
Mfr Part NumberSCM200
Night VisionNight Color
Number Of Channels1
Other Special Features Of The Product2-Way Audio, HD Resolution, Motion Sensor, Night Vision
Room TypeBedroom, Classroom, Hallway, Kitchen, Living Room, Office, Study Room
Video Capture FormatMP4
Waterproof RatingIP65

Frequently asked questions

Is the SimpliSafe SimpliCam SCM200 an outdoor camera?

No. The description says indoor use only, and it also requires a Wi-Fi connection and AC power.

Does the SimpliCam work without a SimpliSafe alarm system?

The title and description tie it to the SimpliSafe Gen 3 security system and the SimpliSafe app. The listing does not explain what works without that system.

How does the SimpliCam privacy shutter work?

The description says a stainless steel privacy shutter gives complete control over privacy and only opens with your permission.

Does the SimpliCam get faster police response on its own?

No. The description says that benefit requires a Fast Protect monitoring plan with video verification.