Where Can I Buy a Spy Camera?


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Buying from a store that’s already built a name for themselves and is selling reliable, high-quality equipment is equally as important as the product specifics, if not even more so. So, where can I buy a spy camera and other spy equipment? We’re glad you asked.

There are many online marketplaces that tout quality and reliability, but we at SpyGuy make it our priority to put a product in your hands that will fulfill your needs to the utmost extent, no matter how niche. With over 6 years in the business and over 50,000 satisfied customers, we’ve made a point out of helping you make sense of the spy industry, which can no doubt be shady and confusing. 

If you’re wondering where you can buy a spy camera or other spy equipment, SpyGuy is your go-to place.

Buying a Spy Camera Online vs. Brick and Mortar Shop

We get it, buying spy gear can be daunting. From choosing a product, up to the eventual purchase, the process might seem riddled with questions on legality and discretion issues. You can’t possibly walk into a spy equipment store and just choose your product as you would with any other purchase, without conducting research beforehand. Well, while you’re at it, why not buy online? Simply put, it’s much more practical and we guide you each step of the way.

SpyGuy has fully committed to operating through a well-stocked online store with our key principles in tow: 

  • selling tried and tested products that we, the experienced professionals, like; 
  • helping you fulfill your needs by helping you find the most relevant and reliable solution, be it a spy camera or any other spy gadget
  • being as discreet as possible. 

Moreover, we offer free ground shipping, lifetime tech support, and a warranty on all products. Buying online has never been easier, as long as you do it at SpyGuy.

Why Do I Need a Spy Camera?

Now that we’ve sorted out where you can buy a spy camera, we’ll give you some pointers on how best to utilize it. The upsides of owning a spy camera are manifold, and here are the major benefits.

An Additional Layer of Home Security

Even though regular CCTV cams can serve as a reliable deterrent against burglary, most of the time they’re out in the open and prone to be tampered with. Having a concealed spy camera within your home can provide you with video evidence that the regular security cameras won’t always be able to obtain.

Keep Tabs on the Nanny or Other Hired Help

Sometimes you just can’t be too careful when you’re letting caretakers in your home. After all, they’re just another stranger and no amount of reviews will give you the peace of mind to let them roam about in your house. A spy camera will give you the respite that you sorely need, knowing that you’re able to take a look at what’s going on when the nanny is present. Just make sure you notify them when doing so.

Monitor Your Children or Elders

We know first-hand how unruly adolescents can be. Whenever you leave the house, they tend to have a field day with everything you specifically told them not to do. On the other hand, elders also need your constant watchful eye, and in some cases, they can be equally mischievous. That’s where a spy camera comes in and provides you with an overview to restore order and discipline.

Keep an Eye on Your Employees

Spy cameras are not limited to your household by any stretch of the imagination. In fact, they’re frequently utilized in workplaces as well. A strategically placed hidden camera in the office can help you make sure the employees are productive, resolve conflicts between them, catch malicious behavior, etc.

Types of Spy Cameras

There’s a multitude of spy cameras out there and the innovation doesn’t look like it will stop any time soon, but as of now, we can discern different types of spy cameras by some of their distinctive features regarding their mode of operation, shape, size, and additional nice-to-haves. A spy camera with a certain “configuration” of features will be better for some situations and worse for others.

Please note that these aren’t separate categories since most of the cameras will have some or all of the mentioned characteristics.

  • Body-worn
  • Stationary
  • Motion-activated or Continuous (or both)
  • Internet-Connected Cameras
  • Cameras with Night Vision
  • Outdoor or Indoor

If you’d like to learn everything you need to know about spy cameras, head over to our extensive guide.

Recommendations

Depending on your needs, there’s a wide variety of spy cameras to choose from. The only thing that you have to decide is what you’ll use them for. Here are some of our bestsellers. 

Weather Thermostat Hidden Camera

  • Records at a resolution of 1280x720 px (720p)
  • Motion-activated
  • 9 days of battery life

iPhone Charging Dock Hidden Camera

  • Records at a resolution of 1920x1080 px (full HD; 1080p)
  • Motion-activated
  • Wi-fi connected, stream footage wherever you are

HD Keychain Camera

  • Records at a resolution of 1920x1080 px (full HD; 1080p)
  • Audio recording
  • 90 minutes of battery life
  • Night vision

HD Spy Pen Plus

  • Records at a resolution of 1260x960 px @ 30 FPS
  • 8 GB internal battery
  • 1 hour of battery life
  • Audio recording

Should you want more detailed suggestions though, we advise you to check our extensive buying guides. 

If you’re looking for the best motion-activated cameras that money can buy, we’ve compiled them in this extensive guide. 

If you’re looking for the tiny body-worn spy cameras, you ought to be able to make your pick from these options.

On the other hand, if audio recording is what you’re after, along with super-crisp video, you might be able to find your ideal gadget among these products.

Legal Issues You Should Be Aware Of

When using hidden cameras at your home, it’s important to note that it’s generally legal to record in all areas except in rooms where a reasonable expectation of privacy is presumed, such as a bathroom.

If the purpose of recording via hidden cameras is  it is also illegal to do so.

The federal and state government has no clear laws in regards to recording via hidden cameras at a workplace, but employers generally are expected to ask for consent before conducting such monitoring.

If you have more questions regarding the detailed legal nuances about hidden motion-activated cameras, head over to our legal guide.

Don’t Go Yet!

Other than spy cameras, we offer a multitude of products in our extensive audio recording, GPS tracking, and counter-surveillance collections. When it comes to phone monitoring, we’ve witnessed first-hand how many subpar products there are on the market, so we decided to put out products that we’ve tested ourselves and are 100% reliable - this goes for our whole stock and all the other collections.

We hope that we made your pick as a designated spy store! We always put the customer first, offer discretion, and dependability. Should you have any more questions, you can get a hold of us straight away!

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