Fed up with Somfy?
A different kind of security
Their cameras are an afterthought. scOS is security-first with AI that prevents crime.
Video doorbell
Someone approaches your home
Camera records what happens
You get a notification (maybe)
Crime already happened. You have footage.
Makes criminals vulnerable
Someone approaches your home
AI analyses their behaviour in real-time
Suspicious? System intervenes automatically
They leave. Crime prevented.
Somfy stores clips in the cloud only - your free plan deletes footage after 24 hours, and finding the moment you need means scrubbing through endless recordings. scOS watches for you, flagging suspicious moments so you only see what matters - not hours of empty driveways.
Somfy
Somfy cloud storage is limited and reviewing footage is time-consuming
scOS
Intelligent footage indexing
We're not saying Somfy is bad.
It just wasn't built to prevent crime.
It was built to see who’s at your door.
| Somfy | scOS | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Business | Motorisation (blinds, gates, etc.) | Security-first AI platform |
| Camera Storage | Cloud-only, 24-hour free limit | Cloud with local fallback |
| Motion Detection Range | 5 metres (limited) | Full-property AI analysis |
| Two-Way Communication | Press-and-hold only (poor UX) | Clear two-way voice |
| Response Type | Records after the fact | Prevents before it happens |
| Mobile App | Clunky, frequent crashes | Reliable and intuitive |
| Support Quality | 20-30 minute waits, slow resolution | Dedicated scOS Architect |
| Local Storage | None (no SD card slot) | Cloud storage with local fallback |
| Smart Home Integration | Limited (no video viewing on Alexa/Google) | Full ecosystem compatibility |
| Installation | DIY | Professional included |
| Somfy | scOS | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Business | Motorisation (blinds, gates, etc.) | Security-first AI platform |
| Camera Storage | Cloud-only, 24-hour free limit | Cloud with local fallback |
| Motion Detection Range | 5 metres (limited) | Full-property AI analysis |
| Two-Way Communication | Press-and-hold only (poor UX) | Clear two-way voice |
| Response Type | Records after the fact | Prevents before it happens |
| Mobile App | Clunky, frequent crashes | Reliable and intuitive |
| Support Quality | 20-30 minute waits, slow resolution | Dedicated scOS Architect |
| Local Storage | None (no SD card slot) | Cloud storage with local fallback |
| Smart Home Integration | Limited (no video viewing on Alexa/Google) | Full ecosystem compatibility |
| Installation | DIY | Professional included |
If you're considering Somfy for home security, you're looking at a company that made its name in automation. Somfy revolutionised smart blinds and gate motors. Security cameras? Those came later—and it shows.
Somfy's cameras are a legitimate add-on to their ecosystem, but they're engineered with automation in mind, not security-first thinking. That fundamental difference affects everything from cloud storage limitations to app reliability.
The most common frustrations that send people searching for a Somfy alternative:
Somfy is fine if you want a security camera that integrates with your motorised blinds. The hardware is solid - crisp video, good motion detection (within that 5-metre range), and nice alarm integration.
But if you're asking "is Somfy worth it for actual crime prevention?" - that's a different question entirely.
Somfy sends you a cloud clip after someone's already on your property. You have footage for the police, but your package is still gone. The app might crash while you're watching. Good luck reaching support.
Here's what we believe: Your security system should work like a person watching your cameras. Not a motion sensor. Not a recording device. A person.
That means it focuses on detecting suspicious activity. Not every leaf that blows past. Not your cat crossing the garden. Suspicious activity.
It only alerts you when needed. Just like a person would tap you on the shoulder and say, "You should see this." No notification storms. No crying wolf.
It's designed to be left alone. You shouldn't have to configure it. Tune it. Train it. Babysit it. Install it and forget it exists until it matters.
Every feature is included. No tiers. No upsells. No "upgrade to unlock detection zones." Everything, from day one.
And it works with any wired camera brand. Because you shouldn't be locked into proprietary hardware just to get intelligent security.
No pressure. See what a scOS system would look like for your home. Your dedicated scOS Architect will handle the rest.
From £19/mo · Professional installation included · No contract