PHYLINK PLC-129PW MegaPixel Weatherproof Covert Nanny Network IP Camera, Mini Hidden Spy Camera, Wi-Fi, POE, Built-in Micro SD Card Slot up to 128Gb, Motion Detection, Email Alert, Free Apps for iPhone/iPad/Android/smartphone

I carried out a significant amount of research before purchasing this camera. My key requirements were that it was an ip camera, very small and neat and that it could record based on motion detection. The camera is now covering the front door to my house. It does not have infrared capability, but copes well with just street lights as illumination.The first camera developed a fault after a couple of days (before I fitted it to its final locations). Support was good and it was quickly agreed that it needed to be replaced. Amazon delivered this the next day.The camera is very easy to set up. Because there is a separate box which contains the brains, and most of the connections. Running the cable (which is just some cat 5e cable) to the actual camera is easy. I added a 128gb micro SD card. I spent some time formatting this on my laptop, but of course the camera has the facility to format a card.The camera is viewable from my home network and also outside of the network. It talks to the router and redirects and opens the appropriate ports. The android app just works and allows viewing from anywhere.I would definitely recommend this if you want a modern, ip camera that is very discrete.

There is much to recommend this camera, in terms of setting up and picture quality in daylight conditions. However in poor light conditions it failed to meet my requirements.

Phylink cameras are by far the best if you want to monitor your garden or house. I have 2 of the outdoor ones (IR) and they have performed brilliantly for over a year bow. So when I wanted to install a more covert one to cover an area during the day, I checked out their products. I purchased this one, it arrived on time, with everything you need to install it. I was impressed by the small size of the camera, and the long fly lead, which means the IP unit stays indoors and the camera can be a long way away in a discrete place. So easy to set up, I use a NAS drive rather than the SD card. Set up, as I said, is very simple, the instructions, if you need them? are concise and well put together. The remote monitoring software on my iPhone and iPad means I can log into the cameras and watch them whilst away. The alerts are good to my iPhone, which is great when I am out of the house. The Motion detection has up to for customisable sized windows to cover areas, or block out areas for motion. Also their Customer service is exceptional, they have answered every query I have made with the solution, and even suggestions on making things easier or better. I am not affiliated in anyway with them, but if you want piece of mind and a reliable solution then I cannot recommend Phylink highly enough. Well done to them and all their staff

Good - The unit looks good and the small camera has a very long lead and a small plug so only a small hole to drill for it to pass through. The instructions are very good and written in clear English with useful diagrams. It is fairly quick to set up and the technical support via email is quick and good.Bad - Mine stopped working after literally 5 minutes. A remote check by Phylink showed the small camera bit was defective. Despite the offer of a new bit I decided to give up and return it.Awarding stars was difficult but I settled on 3 because of the quick and helpful support. I was probably just unlucky and if you fancy trying one it could be worth a try as it is a fairly unique design and the Amazon return was easy....and support is good.

Does what it promises. Viewing the output could be made easier.

Camera seems to be good and software is adequate for the job - spend a bit of time configuring how you want it otherwise you will get an email every time a shadow changes.Unfortunately a key component - the power supply - is very shoddy. It is much cheaper and flimiser than the camera and has a less frequently used connector (ie not USB or similar) It failed after only six days of use (whilst we were on holiday) and hence left us without cover. We requested a replacement part the day we got back, but 7 days after our request we still have no replacement power supply rendering the camera useless. Unfortunately the camera has now been out of action for longer than it was in action for this reason, I cant recommend it unless you buy a solid power supplier from elsewhere when you purchase the camera - which is a shame.