Cheapest Standalone Cameras
- V380 Mini Wifi Camera / A9 Mini Cam: These 1080p wireless cameras cost between KSh 1,100 and KSh 1,500 on online platforms like nairobicctvsolutions They offer basic motion detection and remote smartphone viewing.
- Wi-Fi Light Bulb Cameras: These 360-degree panoramic cameras screw directly into a standard light socket. They cost between KSh 2,500 and KSh 4,000 and eliminate the need for separate power cabling.
- Hikvision 720p Turbo HD Bullet Camera: This budget-friendly wired analog camera from NAIROBICCTVSOLUTIONS is available for roughly KSh 1,900. It requires a DVR system to record and function.
- Dahua 2MP IR Dome HD Camera: A high-speed entry-level dome option available for around KSh 1,800. [
Budget Full Installation Kits
If you need a complete system with storage (DVR/XVR), cabling, and multiple cameras, buying a kit is the most cost-effective path. Tech integrators like nairobicctvsolutions supply these budget baselines:
- 2-Camera Fully Packaged Kit: Starts at approximately KSh 15,000 (includes two 720p/1080p cameras, a 4-channel DVR, power supply, and basic storage).
- 4-Camera Dahua/Hikvision Kit: Ranges from KSh 22,000 to KSh 32,000 depending on the specific hard drive capacity and video resolution.
Hidden System Costs
Keep in mind that standalone wired cameras require additional infrastructure:
- Power Supply Unit (PSU): A basic 5Amp unit costs about KSh 850.
- Installation Labor: Professional technicians in Nairobi charge starting from KSh 2,000 per camera for basic mounting and configuration.
