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Making informed decisions about DIY vs professional installation
We love DIY solutions! They're perfect for small homes, temporary monitoring, or learning about security systems.
Professional CCTV systems provide enterprise-grade reliability, proper network optimization, and long-term cost savings.
Ring cameras are great for DIY but lack enterprise features like proper network optimization, integration capabilities, and compliance-ready storage.
WiFi cameras still need proper network design, bandwidth allocation, and interference management for reliable performance.
Cloud storage costs can escalate quickly with multiple cameras and longer retention periods. Local storage often provides better long-term value.
We recommend Dahua for most installations due to excellent value, reliability, and feature set. Here's how the major brands compare:
Feature | Hikvision | Dahua | Bosch |
---|---|---|---|
4K Resolution | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Night Vision | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
AI Analytics | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Price Point | $$$ | $$ | $$$$ |
Reliability | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Ease of Use | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Integration | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Support | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Innovation | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Market Share | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Value for Money | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ |
Our Recommendation | Great | Best Choice | Premium |
We lean towards Dahua as our favorite for most installations due to their excellent balance of features, reliability, and value. Hikvision is also excellent, while Bosch offers premium quality at a higher price point.
Starting from KES 200,000 / for 8-camera system
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