Question

Is anyone happy with their cctv system? I've had amcrest and NightOwl and the software always seems to be crap. I already have cameras installed, I just need a new DVR with decent software.  

Answer 1

28 POE cameras running on a dedicated Blue Iris machine. Absolutely no complaints.  

Answer 2

I’ve had both and they are trash I upgraded to POE and it’s flawless

Answer 3

I’m a dealer if you want to convert

Answer 4

I build cctv control room and remote alarm handling software as a day job - so I'm all good, no issues here  

Answer 5

I'll second blue iris. I've installed in 4 different configurations, even virtualized with hyper-v, with good success.  

Answer 6

What POE systems do you Recommend?  

Answer 7

I use a Gen4 Technologies NVR with PoE and I'm very happy with it.  

Answer 8

Blue Iris POE system sounds like your answer!  

Answer 9

Another vote for blue iris

Answer 10

I installed a ZMODO system at my parents, it’s ok but when I go to do my own I’ll be running Blue Iris but it’s way more expensive and just not worth it for them.  

Answer 11

Are your camera’s manageable? Can you change the IP address? If so I would go with a Synology server. The DVR app is outstanding. The only cost is the server and a camera licenses. Plus you get all the other luxuries of a Synology server.