AngelBox is a small device that connects the network cameras and NVRs/DVRs on your local network to Angelcam. It opens a secure outbound connection to the cloud, so you don't need port forwarding or a public IP address.
AngelBox models
There is one AngelBox model. If you'd rather use your own hardware, you can build a DIY AngelBox on a Raspberry Pi or a similar device.
How many cameras can one AngelBox support?
One AngelBox supports up to 10 cameras with a combined traffic of up to 20 Mbps. The traffic limit counts all connected cameras and NVR/DVR channels together. If you go over it, streams can become unstable or drop.
To fit more cameras under the limit, lower their bitrate. See Recommended streaming setting. For full specifications, see AngelBox technical documentation.
Which cameras work with AngelBox?
Most cameras and NVRs/DVRs that stream H.264 or H.265 over RTSP, or MJPEG, work with AngelBox. See the AngelBox compatibility list, or test your own cameras for free with the AngelBox Compatibility Tester.
When you don't need AngelBox
Angelcam-ready cameras, such as most Axis cameras, connect to Angelcam directly with the built-in Angelcam Connector. See How to make Axis camera Angelcam-powered.
AngelCamera 2 in Gateway Mode works like an AngelBox for up to 10 IP cameras or 20 Mbps on the same local network. See What is Gateway Mode in AngelCamera 2?
Your own hardware. A Raspberry Pi, Orange Pi, Ubiquiti EdgeRouter, OpenWrt router or almost any Linux device can run the AngelBox software. See How to build your own AngelBox.
Port forwarding is possible, but we don't recommend it: it needs extensive network setup and exposes your cameras to the internet. We don't provide support for network issues with port-forwarded cameras. See The best alternatives to port forwarding.
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