Finding the BEST 4K Security Camera NVR Package (Reolink vs Amcrest vs Swann)

I tested 3 of the most popular 4K security camera packages on Amazon to see if you get more by paying more. Reolink did it again making the highest quality product for the lowest price... with a few caveats.

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Amcrest 4k NVR Bundle: https://amzn.to/32QC3QM

Swann 4k NVR Bundle (don't buy this): https://amzn.to/31FNWaS

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Jay Ayala : I love that you let us know your pick at the beginning and then explain why. Most people make you skip through the video to find the pick. I actually watched your entire video for the pro/cons. Thank you.
Mr LW : Awesome video Rob! Always some of the best and precise reviews on YouTube. Very well compared and thought out. Keep it up!

As a rough question though on the three systems how much in terms of days/hours of recording would you be able to store in continual playback mode? I'm mostly interested in the reolink and wonder how much recording you'll get out of the standard 2tb drive?

Also I guess it auto loops recording over the oldest footage?
Cam : Really wish you could combine Reolink cameras with an Amcrest NVR. I already have a Reolink PoE system installed, but I like the features of the Amcrest NVR more.
Calamity Andy : Great video! One thing you didn't test that I've seen problems with: Some of these DVRs have serious problems when all 8 channels are used, which of course depends on how many MP each camera is. Would love to see this test in the future.
David Ruff : I like the lorex easy integration with Alexa so I can view the cameras on the echo show or on the google assistant devices. I haven't been able to find any good reviews of the lorex system. These reviews are very thorough and well done so I'm hoping you have another video that includes lorex since I haven't found it yet. Thanks!

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How can you rest on the plane assuring your expensive stuffs won’t get lost?
For me checked bag must only contain what I call “totally-fine-if-it-gets-lost” stuffs in it.
And yeah I’m aware that by size and weight it cannot be carried on.

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