HiWatch — budget video surveillance systems from Hikvision

HiWatch — a budget line of video surveillance systems from Hikvision, the world's largest manufacturer of video surveillance equipment. The brand specializes in affordable solutions for home and small business while maintaining Hikvision build quality and key features. HiWatch was created as a budget alternative to the main Hikvision brand. It features a simpler package and a lower price but retains build quality and key features: PoE power, IR illumination, cloud access via the app.

Official website: hikvision.com

About the HiWatch Brand

HiWatch is a sub-brand of Hikvision created for the budget segment of the video surveillance market. HiWatch products are manufactured at the same plants as the main Hikvision products but with a simplified package and a more affordable price. At the same time, key features — image quality, reliability, compatibility with cloud services — remain at a high level.

HiWatch IP Cameras

HiWatch offers a wide range of IP cameras for various operating conditions — from indoor premises to outdoor installations.

Indoor Cameras

• HiWatch IPC-T120: 2 MP indoor IP camera. Built-in speaker and microphone for two-way audio, motion detector with phone notifications. Wi-Fi support, memory card up to 256 GB.
• HiWatch IPC-T140: 4 MP indoor IP camera with higher resolution. IR illumination up to 30 m, motion detector.

Outdoor Cameras

• HiWatch IPC-B120: 2 MP outdoor IP camera. IP67 protection, IR illumination for night video up to 30 m, PoE power. Metal housing, overheat protection.
• HiWatch IPC-B140: 4 MP outdoor IP camera with higher resolution. IP67 protection, IR illumination up to 40 m, PoE.

Cameras with Pan-Tilt Mechanism

• HiWatch IPC-P120: PTZ camera with 360° pan and 90° tilt. 2 MP resolution, Wi-Fi, two-way audio, IR illumination up to 15 m.

HiWatch Video Recorders

DVR — Digital Video Recorders for Analog Cameras

• HiWatch DVR-T104: 4-channel digital video recorder. HDD support up to 8 TB, H.265+ codec (2x disk space savings compared to H.264). Cloud storage up to 7 days free.
• HiWatch DVR-T108: 8-channel video recorder. HDD support up to 10 TB, H.265+, cloud storage.

NVR — Network Video Recorders for IP Cameras

• HiWatch HW-N208: 8-channel NVR for IP cameras. PoE support (cameras connect with a single cable). Up to 8 TB HDD, H.265+, remote access.
• HiWatch HW-N216: 16-channel NVR for IP cameras. PoE support, up to 16 TB HDD, remote access via the app.

Ready-Made HiWatch Kits

HiWatch kits are ready-made solutions for quickly deploying a video surveillance system. Everything needed in one box.

HiWatch HW-K414S Kit

A kit of 4 cameras 2 MP + 4-channel DVR + 1 TB HDD. A ready-made solution for a small shop or office — everything in one box.

HiWatch HW-K818S Kit

A kit of 8 cameras 2 MP + 8-channel DVR + 2 TB HDD. For medium-sized offices, shops and warehouses.

HiWatch Series

• Value Series: budget HD-TVI cameras and recorders that use coaxial cable for signal transmission (convenient when upgrading outdated analog systems).
• Pro Series: IP solutions with support of the P2P protocol and a mobile app for remote access.

HiWatch Cloud Services

All HiWatch servers are located in Russia, which ensures stable operation of cloud services in accordance with the requirements of Russian legislation. Cloud storage up to 7 days free. Camera access via the HiWatch mobile app for iOS and Android.

Warranty Terms

HiWatch equipment comes with a manufacturer's warranty of up to 3 years. Support and firmware updates continue for 5 or more years. Service centers are located throughout Russia.