Do home security systems require a subscription? Plans, costs and features explained

Some security systems, like Eufy, don't require a subscription to function. - (Eufy)

Monthly or annual subscriptions are an increasingly common part of owning a home security system.

At their simplest, these fees cover the cost of cloud storage, since some security cameras and video doorbells don’t save their recordings locally. Some security products also bundle extra features with the cloud storage fee, such as AI tools for identifying people, vehicles, animals, and other types of movement.