Any Indoor Security Camera That Can Run off a Power Bank?

AlienC on 12/07/2025 - 18:17
Last edited 13/07/2025 - 15:38 by 1 other user

Simple request just looking for a single security camera no recordings required just motion detection notification or person notification required to alert for deliveries (grocery, food, Amazon, etc) mainly.

Trying to find one that can run off a 30,000mah power bank so type c or USB a etc most likely the usual heavy duty power bank ports. Looking for the cheapest solution. No fancy features required just I guess motion/people detection and notification to phone and desktop, and I guess night vision minimum. Even if it cannot power off a power bank that's ok I'm also looking for a standard one that can do above without needing a subscription fee and run off normal mains power just notification is required so I can know when my food is ready and dropped off etc or grocery/delivery waiting outside in the rain etc.

Thank you.

I guess it's Amazon prime deal now so hopefully something is out there but can also use eBay or other etc.

So what does everyone use for a simple front door delivery detection camera.

No ring or doorbell like recommendations I suppose forgot to add I have not seen a cheap one at all plus wiring would be a hassle.

Electrical & Electronics Security Camera

Comments

  • kiitos on 12/07/2025 - 18:41

    The eufy 2c we have charges via USB so that may be ok?

    • AlienC on 12/07/2025 - 18:51

      Ah sorry forgot to add this is just a budget purchase so looking for anything not above $50

  • FoxJump on 12/07/2025 - 18:52

    tapo ones you can get a usb to barrel adaptee

    • AlienC on 12/07/2025 - 18:54

      Have you got a link to this I'm not sure what this is also what would be the total cost

  • McMaferMur on 12/07/2025 - 19:22

    Search imou on ebay amazon etc

  • Philippc86 on 12/07/2025 - 19:25
    +1

    tunghey 2Pack DC 5V to DC 9V USB… https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0BWJN4KNW?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_s…

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    TP-Link Tapo Pan/Tilt AI Smart… https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0DHJK1KNK?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_s…

    I got this to use a a baby camera. Works a treat. If the baby's asleep in the car, I can move it there too.

    • AlienC on 13/07/2025 - 17:24

      Looks good that is definitely an option

  • Clear on 12/07/2025 - 20:19

    Imou Cue variants, i.e. Cue 2C are good. I have used them previously indoors.

    • AlienC on 13/07/2025 - 17:24

      Cool will keep it in mind

  • sumyungguy on 12/07/2025 - 21:12

    Wyze Cam v3 $47.99

    • AlienC on 13/07/2025 - 17:27

      Any idea what the power plug looks like or if it can plug into a power bank easily

      • sumyungguy on 13/07/2025 - 18:48

        The cable is micro USB but I'm not sure about the run time on a power bank as it's a mains powered camera; Wyze Battery Cam Pro is somewhat more expensive; I use a Wyze to monitor my frontage as they do an optional window mount

  • pc007 on 12/07/2025 - 23:29
    +1

    This might be good for what you want to achieve

    https://www.amazon.com.au/COCOCAM-Security-Recognition-Detec…

    • AlienC on 13/07/2025 - 17:29
      +1

      This looks pretty good also the video they have on the page looks perfect just need to confirm if they have no subscription or hidden cloud fees or anything

  • piertlethed on 13/07/2025 - 08:33

    https://www.tp-link.com/au/home-networking/cloud-camera/tapo…

    Uses under 2W during the day in normal mode, up to 4W with IR on or recording. No fees for local recording, or for sending alerts. Alerts are text only without subscription and can have the thumbnail included with the subscription. Detects people, pets, movement, crying noises, so can avoid being alerted to just movement. If alerted with just a text, open the Tapo app and then connect to the camera to see the live view and/or view the playback of the alert.

    Uses 2.4GHz WiFi only, not 5GHz or 6GHz.

    • piertlethed on 13/07/2025 - 08:40

      Or if you have a way to put the solar panel so it gets a few hours of sun each day, https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/913541 They come on special from time to time.https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/913541 If the solar panel doesn't work, get one with the internal batteries and just bring it in to charge it when needed, which is what would happen with the power bank anyway.

    • AlienC on 13/07/2025 - 17:30

      Do you know if there is any way to check all that on the PC like a desktop app

      The only thing differentiating the cameras now are if they have desktop PC functionality or not these all look great

    • Xetrok on 13/07/2025 - 19:13

      4W at 5v is what, 0.8A?
      So you would get 24-48 hours of power from a 30000mah powerbank?

  • piertlethed on 18/07/2025 - 17:02

    A Tapo TC82 is marketed as lasting for 6 months on a single charge before you have to bring it back inside to recharge. That's marketing, but even if it were monthly or every few months that isn't hard. https://www.tp-link.com/au/home-networking/cloud-camera/tc82/v1%20(1-pack)/ But of course solar helps avoid that.

    For running 12 hours 2.4W day and 12 hours 4W at night, a 30000mAh power bank should power it for about 30 hours.

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