Defender PhoenixM2 Non Wi-Fi. Plug-in Power. Security Camera System with 7" Display Monitor and 4 Long-Range Night Vision Cameras, 32GB SD Card Recording, Plug & Play

If you have ever owned a Nighthawk or a Swann, the overall clarity, especially the night vision, on this camera system is going to be disappointing. That being said, the system does exactly what I had hoped it would, which is detect motion on the property and be able to record it and store it for later viewing. It does that marvelously and it is very simple to set up. I like the push to talk feature and the sound bites that it captures outside, too. In a perfect set up, it would be really nice if you didn't have to be anchored to a plug in, but the cords are long enough to get the cameras up out of easy reach, especially if you use an extension cord made for outside use. I added surge protectors, just in case there is lightening. I do wish that the monitor screen was larger, but it is not a deal breaker having it on the smaller side. For those who need a system that can operate and record without internet, this is a good system. Not great clarity but good and good overall. I wanted to have my four cameras guarding each other against someone trying to steal the cameras themselves, as well as guard the property. So, I have the cameras pointing at each other. Doing this makes a small blob of light where the one camera sees the other camera, due to the night vision. It does not do that during the day. I have friends who use ring cameras and this one is similar, in terms of recording audio with the camera footage. I like that feature a lot. And this one doesn't need internet at all, which is nice if you live in an area where the WIFI is sketchy or non-existent. Besides adding outdoor extension cords and surge protectors, I also plan to add a larger capacity memory card in the near future. The one that comes with it is fine, as long as you are at home a lot and able to review footage and clean it up on a regular basis. On a final note, I was surprised at the light weight of these cameras. My Nighthawk cameras weigh A Lot more, but they have a more sturdy feel to them that these Defender cameras. I have been using and testing this Defender system for about two weeks now and so far, I am satisfied with the purchase. Whether you are or not is going to depend on your needs and your pre-existing expectations, especially if you are someone used to crystal clear night vision.

It's biggest plus is the simple plug and play setup. But the trade off is giving up many benefits of a more complex system. Camera resolution is fairly low although color quality is decent. The control / display is smaller than it looks in the photo. You can only view the cameras from the base display, no app or second display option.

Was told I would receive this order originally on the 12-Jan and set up an installer for the 13th. Then updated to yesterday, the 8th and move the installer for today, the 9th. Still have not received my order.

I have had defender for 13 years the first one I still use today bought the Phoenix m2 but I like the first one better just wish they would make a 10 or lager monitor

I like discussing all the problems with him.

got them fast good cameras works great

Great security system, the monitor is great

Exactly what I was looking for at a very reasonable price.