Short answer
For local camera automation, prioritize event access and stream access over camera specs. Home Assistant users should check RTSP/ONVIF, vendor integration quality, Frigate/NVR fit, person detection exposure, and subscription risk before buying.
Check before buying
- RTSP or ONVIF availability
- Local events exposed to Home Assistant
- Frigate or NVR compatibility
- Person, vehicle, or package detection exposure
- PoE switch or Wi-Fi reliability
- Cloud subscription dependency
Good local-first paths
- Reolink-style local camera path
- UniFi Protect-style NVR path
- Generic ONVIF / RTSP profile
- Frigate object detection path
- Home Assistant automation from local events
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