What Foscam does

Foscam, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, manufactures and distributes IP video cameras and network surveillance solutions globally under the registered brand name Foscam (an abbreviation of "Focus Camera"). The company's product portfolio spans indoor cube and pan/tilt cameras, outdoor WiFi/PoE/battery cameras, video doorbells, network video recorders (NVRs), webcams, baby monitors, and complete WiFi and PoE security systems. Technical differentiators include the proprietary Radar Tracking Sense (RTS) technology that fuses millimeter-wave radar with 4K cameras for beyond-line-of-sight motion detection and 360° autonomous tracking, AI-powered human detection to reduce false alarms, H.264+ video compression, mesh-networking across cameras (up to 300m coverage), and dual-band WiFi 6 support. Approximately 100 million units have been sold cumulatively across 60+ countries.

Name

Foscam

Legal name

Foscam Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

Website

https://foscam.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Foscam manufactures IP video cameras and network surveillance equipment for residential and small-business customers, selling more than 100 million units across 60+ countries via e-commerce, distributors, and affiliate channels, with proprietary radar-tracking camera technology.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Consumer Security Cameras

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (3343)

SIC

Household Audio & Video Equipment (3651), Photographic Equipment & Supplies (3861)

akta.pro primary industry

CCTV Camera & NVR/DVR System Installation (HSAHACAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Webcams & Video Capture Peripherals (HDACAFAG)

Keywords

• IP security cameras
• Network video recorders
• Home security systems
• Video surveillance equipment
• Smart video doorbells

Headquarters

HQ city

Houston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Operations

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - IP Cameras and Security Systems: One-time sales of IP cameras, NVRs, baby monitors, video doorbells, webcams, and accessories. Products range from indoor cameras to comprehensive security systems with multiple cameras.
2. Cloud Storage Subscription: Foscam Cloud Service for video recording and storage. Enables motion-triggered video recording with review, save and download capabilities. Commission of 10% for affiliates on subscription sales.
3. Affiliate Program Commissions: Commission-based revenue through ShareASale affiliate network. 10% commission for subscription sales with 30-day cookie tracking period.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Foscam manufactures and sells IP cameras, network video recorders (NVRs), WiFi and PoE security systems, video doorbells, webcams, and baby monitors for home and SMB surveillance applications. The company complements its hardware with the Foscam Cloud Service for motion-triggered video recording, review, and remote storage. Its product portfolio spans indoor cube and PT cameras, outdoor battery/WiFi/PoE cameras, complete multi-camera security systems, and accessories, sold in over 60 countries.

Product overview

Foscam is a provider of IP video cameras and security solutions serving both residential and SMB markets. The product portfolio spans indoor/outdoor cameras, video doorbells, network video recorders (NVRs), webcams, and baby monitors. Core products include indoor cube and PT cameras, outdoor battery/WiFi/PoE cameras, and complete security systems with NVRs. The ecosystem includes the Foscam Cloud Service for cloud video storage and the Foscam App and VMS (Video Management Software) for remote monitoring. Recent innovations include Radar Tracking Sense technology combining millimeter-wave radar with cameras for autonomous 360° tracking, and AI-powered human/pet/vehicle detection features across product lines.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Indoor Camera (Cube and PT Camera) Security cameras designed for indoor use, including cube cameras and pan/tilt (PT) cameras for residential monitoring applications such as home, baby, and pet monitoring.
• Outdoor Camera (Battery, WiFi, and PoE Camera) Weather-resistant security cameras including battery-powered, WiFi, and PoE (Power over Ethernet) models designed for outdoor surveillance of yards, parking lots, warehouses, and other open areas.
• Video Doorbell and Chime Smart video doorbells with integrated camera and two-way audio plus chime accessories, designed for front-door visitor detection and home entry monitoring.
• Network Video Recorder (NVR) Centralized recording systems supporting multiple IP camera channels with local storage and remote viewing capabilities, used for multi-camera home and SMB security deployments.
• WiFi Security System Complete wireless security camera kits with mesh networking for extended WiFi coverage up to 300 meters, designed for DIY residential and SMB deployments.
• PoE Security System Power over Ethernet security camera systems combining network video recording with PoE camera connectivity for professional surveillance installations.
• Webcam Webcams available in 4K 8MP, 2K 4MP, and 1080P 2MP resolutions, used for video conferencing, live streaming, and remote communication.
• Baby Monitor Specialized cameras for infant monitoring featuring temperature and humidity detection, two-way audio, and night vision for parental remote monitoring.
• Foscam Cloud Service Cloud-based video recording and storage service enabling motion-triggered recording, remote review, video save and download for Foscam camera owners.
• Temperature Measurement Solution Temperature monitoring solutions designed for various security and industrial applications using Foscam thermal sensing capabilities.
• G4C WiFi IP Camera 2K Starlight outdoor WiFi camera with color night vision, AI human detection, dual-band WiFi, IP66 weatherproof rating, and up to 512GB SD card storage, integrated with Alexa and Google Assistant.
• V4EC PoE Camera 2K QHD Power over Ethernet camera featuring 4 spotlights, color night vision, 100dB siren alarm, two-way audio, and IP66 waterproof rating for outdoor and indoor security.
• B4 Wire-Free Camera 2K rechargeable wire-free camera with PIR human detection, solar panel support, IP65 weatherproof rating, and up to 512GB local storage for wire-free outdoor installation.
• C5M Indoor Camera 3K resolution indoor camera with 5MP sensor, dual-band WiFi, 360° manual pan/tilt monitoring, pet and human detection, and Bluetooth setup for residential monitoring.
• BP4 Battery Camera Battery-powered outdoor camera with 2K resolution, color night vision, 10000mAh rechargeable battery, solar panel support, and IP66 rating for off-grid outdoor surveillance.
• SD4H Pan Tilt Camera Outdoor PTZ camera with 18X optical zoom, auto-tracking, human/vehicle detection, 200m night vision range, and IP66 weather resistance for large-area outdoor surveillance.
• Foscam Accessories Accessories supporting Foscam cameras and security systems, including mounting, power, and connectivity components for installation and expansion.

Quantifiable outcome

• Market increasing by 400% in past three years
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability5 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ShareASalecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAffiliate marketing partnership through ShareASale network (Merchant ID: 64118). Offers 10% commission on subscription sales with 30-day cookie tracking. Available for US and UK stores. ITP compliant program with dedicated affiliate manager.
• Global Distributor NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partners across 30+ countries including Argentina (ARGSeguridad SRL), Canada (Aartech, Longtech Computer Distribution), Germany (Inkovideo), Italy (DM Solutions ICT), Indonesia (Foscam Indonesia), Malaysia (Fostech Intelligent), Singapore (ACE Peripherals), UK (Ayhi Ltd), and others.
• Amazon AlexacoreTechnology or IntegrationProduct integration with Amazon Alexa voice controls. Users can view live camera streams on Amazon devices using voice commands like 'Alexa, show me the xxx'. Part of smart home ecosystem.
• Google AssistantcoreTechnology or IntegrationProduct integration with Google Assistant for voice-controlled camera streaming on Google smart devices. Enables seamless smart home security monitoring.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• D-Link: D-Link is a long-standing networking and IP camera vendor offering consumer and SMB WiFi cameras, NVRs and home security kits. Highly comparable to Foscam in product category, retail channel exposure and SMB/consumer positioning, and explicitly referenced by Foscam as a pricing comparable.
• Reolink: Reolink is a direct peer in DIY IP cameras and home security NVR systems, offering WiFi, PoE, battery and 4K cameras to consumer and SMB buyers through its own global e-commerce site. Highly comparable to Foscam in target customer, product mix, price band and DIY installation philosophy.
• Amcrest: Amcrest is a US-based direct-to-consumer and SMB IP camera, NVR and security system brand. Closely comparable to Foscam in target buyer, product mix (indoor/outdoor PoE and WiFi cameras, NVRs, video doorbells) and DIY install/easy setup positioning.
• Arlo Technologies: Arlo is a US-listed pure-play consumer home security camera company offering wire-free indoor/outdoor cameras, doorbells and Arlo Secure subscription. Direct comparable to Foscam in product mix and recurring subscription business model, though typically positioned in the premium consumer tier.
• Eufy (Anker Innovations): Eufy is Anker's home security brand with indoor/outdoor cameras, video doorbells, floodlight cameras and HomeBase NVR systems. Directly comparable to Foscam in DIY home and SMB security camera portfolio, with overlapping emphasis on AI human detection and local/optional cloud storage.
• Wyze: Wyze is a US-based direct-to-consumer smart home camera and security brand offering budget indoor/outdoor cameras, video doorbells and a subscription service. Directly comparable to Foscam's DIY home consumer positioning with stronger US brand recognition and a similar mix of camera hardware plus optional cloud subscription.

Broad incumbents

• Google Nest: Google Nest offers Nest Cam indoor/outdoor cameras, video doorbells and Nest Aware subscription, tightly integrated with Google Assistant and Google Home. Direct competitor to Foscam's smart-home-integrated camera line with much larger brand and ecosystem reach.
• Dahua Technology: Dahua is a leading global manufacturer of video surveillance products (IP cameras, NVRs, thermal imaging, AI analytics) with significant consumer and SMB offerings. Highly relevant as a like-for-like comparator in the consumer/SMB IP camera category and a primary scale competitor.
• Hikvision: Hikvision is the world's largest video surveillance equipment manufacturer with broad IP camera, NVR and AI analytics coverage spanning enterprise, SMB and consumer. Comparable to Foscam in core camera and NVR technology but far larger and more enterprise-weighted, plus relevant competitor for any SMB/consumer segment Foscam targets.
• Ring (Amazon): Ring, an Amazon subsidiary, dominates consumer video doorbells and home security cameras with deep Alexa integration and Ring Protect subscription. Direct competitor to Foscam in consumer home security cameras; meaningfully larger and benefiting from Amazon ecosystem reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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