D-Link DCS-2630L

Home Security Cameras / Indoor-Outdoor Security Cameras

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D-Link has announced that it will end support for this camera on August 7, 2020. If you purchase this camera, it will stop receiving software updates and security patches after that date. We advise you to consider other models. If you own this camera and would like to contact D-Link, email support@dlink.com or visit support.dlink.com.

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CR's Expert Take

How did it perform in our expert lab testing?

Overall Score

The Overall Score for this model is derived from our expert lab test results.

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Current Range of Tested Home Security Cameras

What goes into the Overall Score?

Video quality (daytime)

/ 5

Video quality (nighttime)

/ 5

Data security

/ 5

Data privacy

/ 5

Response time

/ 5

Smart features

/ 5

WiFi setup

/ 5

Smart IQ

/ 5

Video quality

/ 5

Color

/ 5

About

The D-Link DCS-2630L is part of the Home Security Cameras test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Home Security Camera models like the DCS-2630L are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Video quality (daytime): A high score means clear, detailed video with accurate colors in daytime lighting conditions. Top-scoring models make it easier to recognize faces and objects in the scene.

Video quality (nighttime): A high score means clear, detailed video in nighttime lighting conditions. Top-scoring models make it easier to recognize faces and objects in the scene.

Data security: A high score means better protection for your data. Top models use strong encryption, secure updates, and safeguards against known vulnerabilities.

Features & Specs

Features

Two factor authentication

Automatic firmware updates

Uses complex passwords

Geofencing

Schedules

Yes

Activity zones

2-way audio

Yes

Person detection

Sound detection

Vehicle detection

Animal detection

Package detection

e911

Emergency monitoring service

Works with Amazon Alexa

Works with Apple HomeKit

Works with Apple Home

Works with Google Assistant

Works with Google Home

Works with other security sensors

Voice control

None

Internet browser

Yes

Monitoring zones

Yes

Facial recognition

Color night vision

Person alerts

Specs

Indoor/outdoor

IP rating

IP comment

Resolution class

Claimed resolution

1080p

Field of view

180° Angle

Aspect ratio

Magnetic mount

Siren

Floodlight

Floodlight claimed brightness

Spotlight

Supported WiFi frequencies

Rechargeable batteries

Power source

Base station requires Ethernet connection to router

Local free storage

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D-Link DCS-2630L

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Overall Score

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