Imou
Imou cameras and security devices
Cameras · Security
Partly worksCloud
1 report: 1 says it partly works.
Reported with 1 integration: Imou Life Official.
What people report
| Integration | In Home Assistant | In Apple Home | What they said | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imou Life Official | Partly works Cloud | Cloud API only; multi-lens cameras supported, local LAN access not plannedSaved copyHello, First of all, thank you for providing a module to integrate IMOU cameras with Home Assistant. However, I noticed that the current implementation requires using IMOU’s cloud API, which comes with additional costs. Many IMOU cameras are already connected to the local network (LAN), and it would be much more efficient and cost-effective to allow direct local access instead of relying on the cloud. This would provide several benefits: - Lower latency: Faster access to video streams and controls. - Better privacy & security: No need to expose camera data to external servers. - No extra … Excerpt saved from GitHub on 2026-10-23. | Issue #29 · 2025-04 |
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In ReReHome
Once Home Assistant’s HomeKit Bridge shares it, this device reaches Apple Home as a HomeKit accessory behind your Home Assistant bridge, so ReReHome shows and controls it like any other.
Identifiers
| Brand | Imou |
|---|---|
| Category | Cameras |