Kangaroo Security Reviews

Kangaroo offers security cameras for indoor or outdoor use, video doorbells and sensors. You can have up to five cameras on the free Basic Plan, with 24 hours of cloud recording storage. If you’d like to keep certain recordings, you can download them to any device.

Paid plans add features like extended cloud storage, theft and damage reimbursement. Professional monitoring is optional.

The Kangaroo security equipment lineup includes app-controlled cameras, video doorbells and sensors. Here’s a more detailed breakdown of its equipment offerings:

• Indoor + Outdoor Cam: Kangaroo offers a 1080p camera with color and night vision, sophisticated features like person detection, sound detection and motion detection that can lock in on unusual happenings. These cameras are weatherproof, allowing them to be placed indoors or outdoors.
• Doorbell Camera + Chime: This low-cost video doorbell lets you monitor your main entrance and notifies you when visitors arrive. It includes a plug-in wireless chime that acts as a doorbell.
• Water + Climate Sensor: You can detect water and sudden changes in humidity or temperature with this finger-sized sensor. You can mount or place it in basements, under the sink or in other humidity-prone areas.
• Motion + Entry Sensor: This small sensor, which you can place on doors or windows, sends a notification whenever someone enters your home.
• Siren + Keypad and Roo Tags: This keypad with an integrated 85-decibel siren provides you with an alarm system that you can turn on or off. Roo Tags are miniature keychain devices that family members can scan on the keypad to instantly enable or disable the alarm system.
• Kangaroo: Simple Home Security app: This free Kangaroo mobile app allows you to monitor, control and view the statuses of all your Kangaroo devices. Here, you can watch live streams from your cameras or download footage to your device. You can also customize your notifications by choosing which types of events ping your phone.

The nice thing about Kangaroo security systems is that you don’t need to purchase a base station or central unit. All you need to operate your cameras and sensors is a Wi-Fi connection and the Kangaroo mobile app.

All devices stream video live to your app. You can download footage as needed.

You can purchase a single device or add multiple devices to your system, with up to five cameras covered by the free Basic Plan. All Kangaroo security devices integrate with smart home technology like Alexa and Google Home, allowing you to remotely arm and disarm sensors.

Kangaroo security cameras start at $49.99. Bundles range from $179 to $279 at the time of publishing. The company sells cameras, doorbells and sensors individually or in bundles and offers free shipping on all orders.

All devices include access to Kangaroo’s free Basic plan, which supports up to five cameras and includes 24 hours of cloud storage. Kangaroo also offers Cam Protect and Complete Protect subscription plans, which include expanded cloud storage and reimbursement for theft or damage.

Kangaroo security cameras, sensors and keypads are lightweight, small and can be mounted to a wall or a flat surface. Cameras and doorbells include wall mounting plates and screws, leaving only a small pair of holes in the wall for each device. The sensors and doorbell run on AA batteries, but the camera plugs into a standard outlet and must be within six feet of one.

The Kangaroo app provides step-by-step instructions for linking your devices to Wi-Fi and your mobile dashboard. The entire setup process — mounting and registering — takes just a minute or two per device.

Kangaroo’s website doesn’t mention any warranty or money-back guarantee on the products themselves, but the company does offer a 30-day money-back guarantee for the Cam Protect and Complete Protect subscription plans.

Kangaroo’s theft and damage reimbursement offering is unique among home security systems. If your Kangaroo surveillance catches damage to your property, you can submit a claim, and Kangaroo will reimburse you for up to $1,000 a year, depending on your subscription plan.

If you’re seeking a simple, affordable way to monitor your home in real-time, then, yes, a Kangaroo security system is worth it. Kangaroo works well for homeowners seeking to balance cost-effectiveness with detailed video monitoring.

While Kangaroo's 1080p video quality and features aren’t as extensive as some alternatives, they’re more than sufficient for most home-surveillance needs. Kangaroo is also more affordable than many competitors and offers easier setup and maintenance. Plus, the fact that you don’t need a subscription or base station makes Kangaroo a convenient and low-risk investment.