I was seeking a new security camera system, and searched for MONTHS here on Amazon, as well as elsewhere throughout the internet. I weighed the pros and cons of each device, but had specific things that were MUSTS, including: MUST be able to work OUTSIDE, Connect with Amazon Echo - Alexa Show Devices/Fire TV, Wireless IP with remote access ability, Clear and High Quality Video and an AFFORDABLE Cloud Storage Service Plan. With all that in mind, this camera hit all points... but at variable degrees, and this is the reason I am giving it only 4 out of 5 stars. The outside operation is flawless and even during heavy rain I can still view the camera no problem. It easily syncs with Alexa and I love being able to say "Alexa, show me the front yard" and it will come up either on my Fire TV Cube, FireTV Stick, Show 8 and Show 5! The wireless connection took me a while and I struggled/got a little frustrated with the setup process. Everyone made it sound so simple... follow instructions and then when QR Code shows, put in view of the camera. For whatever reason, my camera would not recognize the QR code when on my iPhone 11 Pro Max. (I think it may have possibly been due to the tempered glass screen protector that I have on my phone... but pretty much everyone has that on their phone, as well...) The only way I was successful in setting up that first camera with the QR was by logging into the application through my iPad (no glass screen protector). That said, it is GENIUS that you only need to setup/activate ONE camera. I got the 4 pack, so all I had to do was ensure ALL cameras were plugged into power... then once that first camera recognized the QR code, all cameras then became active and come online without having to do anything further! GREAT FEATURE! It also allows to set up an individual password for each device, which is very important to prevent unauthorized access. The second thing I was seeking was a high quality image and though this is not the best you can get, for the price...its phenomenal! I didn't realize at first that you have to press a small button towards the bottom left of the live view and then it switches from SD (with a better refresh rate and smoother picture) to HD (which slightly reduces the refresh and occasionally gets 'jumpy'). But the quality is significantly better and I was able to view features on a face without a problem, day or night! *The night vision is VERY strong.* My third aspect I was looking for was the Cloud Storage... unfortunately, I think Zmodo could do better. It can get pretty costly, because it is a per camera pricing. Yes, every second camera added to storage is given at a 50% discount... but still, I think that they should develop different price points and levels, with the highest level being unlimited cameras. Instead you have to decide how long you want the video clips available and decide how many cameras you want included on that. I chose the Premium Cloud for all 4 of my cameras for $12.49 a month and I can access the video for the past 7 days. I think for that price I should have at least 30 day access and if they want a level above that it should be a higher price for unlimited. That all said, I do love these cameras and for the most part they met all of my expectations. Things to keep in mind... it does NOT have a mic or speaker, so no two-way audio, nor does it have a removable storage (micro SD) slot. All in all, excellent camera and 10 out of 10 would recommend and purchase again, as well as other devices from Zmodo! Great customer service, also!!