I’ve been following Logitech’s security cameras since the beginning, starting with the original Logitech Circle in 2015, followed by its successor with the Logitech Circle 2 in 2017. I enjoyed the wealth of accessories that enabled the Circle 2 to operate as an indoor or outdoor security camera, as well as the ‘day brief’ mode that stitched together clips for a time-lapse overview. With the company’s introduction of its third-generation model, the Logitech Circle View, those features have been disbanded. Instead, there’s a huge focus on privacy. The camera is even exclusive to Apple’s HomeKit smart home platform. Now more than ever, privacy is a hot topic among security cameras. Does Logitech’s new camera do enough? What immediately stood out to me when setting up the Circle View was that there’s no additional app to download. Everything is done through the iOS Home app, so there’s no need to register a new account or download an app — much like you would need to do on any other camera...
Doesn't require additional app download; Electronic shutter helps with privacy; Designed to work indoors & outdoors; Straightforward setup;
Requires paid iCloud subscription to save videos; Pricey cost for basic security features;