So many things require a subscription these days. You can probably rattle off at least five services pulling cash from your bank account every month. Security cameras might be on that list already—but they don't have to be. I researched security camera companies that don't make you pay a monthly subscription fee to use their cameras.
What is the best home security camera without a monthly fee? I chose the Reolink E1 Zoom, but any Reolink camera is worth a look. The brand makes high-quality cameras with local storage. My other picks cover a range of needs, including a video doorbell and a great subscription-free security camera for those on a budget.