By the SightShield team · · 3 min read
Three brands, all made in India
After India’s security certification rules for network cameras, many buyers narrowed their shortlist to brands that manufacture in India and have certified IP models. CP Plus, PRAMA and Honeywell are three of the most common. All three offer IP cameras and NVRs for homes and businesses; they differ in range breadth, positioning, software and how they are sold.
At a glance
| Factor | CP Plus | PRAMA | Honeywell |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | Aditya Infotech plant at Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh | Prama India plant at Vasai, near Mumbai | 50 Series made in India with VVDN |
| Market presence | Largest CCTV brand in India, about 48% share (Counterpoint, May 2025) | Widely sold through distributors and installers | Strong in corporate and project sales |
| Range | Very broad — consumer Wi-Fi to enterprise | Broad IP range for homes to businesses | Business-focused IP range |
| Typical buyer | Homes, shops, SMEs, large projects | Homes, offices, apartments, projects | Offices, corporates, institutions |
Choose by need
| If you want | Consider |
|---|---|
| The widest choice and easy availability everywhere | CP Plus |
| A made-in-India IP range familiar to many installers | PRAMA |
| A corporate-style brand for offices and institutions | Honeywell |
| Consumer Wi-Fi cameras alongside wired systems | CP Plus (EzyKam range) |
| The best match for a specific feature | Compare exact models — all three update ranges regularly |
Features to compare model by model
- Image sensor and resolution, and performance at night.
- True WDR rating for backlit entrances.
- AI: human and vehicle detection, line crossing, face features, and whether they run on the camera or NVR.
- NVR channels, incoming bandwidth, disk bays and outputs.
- App quality: live view, playback, alerts and multi-user access.
- Certification of the exact model, warranty and local service.
Support and warranty
All three brands are sold through distributors and authorised partners in Bangalore. Warranty periods vary by series and model, so get them in writing per item. What matters day to day is how quickly your installer can replace a failed unit; ask about spare stock and response times as well as the brand’s terms.
CCTV warranty explained →Mixing brands
Cameras and NVRs of the same brand work best together, with full AI events and one app. Mixing is possible through ONVIF, but advanced analytics and some settings may not carry across. If you are expanding an existing system, staying with the same brand is usually simplest.
Where Hikvision fits in
Hikvision remains widely installed in India, and SightShield supports it. For new IP purchases, certification is model by model, and press reports in April 2026 said Chinese makers’ network cameras were not receiving certification in practice — one reason many buyers are choosing among these three.
Hikvision vs CP Plus →An example decision
A chain of three clinics in Bangalore compared quotes from all three brands for 12 cameras per clinic. The chosen system was decided less by brand than by specifics: the cameras with the best true WDR at glass entrances, an NVR with enough disk bays for 45 days, and a single app that the clinic manager found easiest. Certification for each model was confirmed in writing before purchase.
Our recommendation
SightShield installs CP Plus, PRAMA, Honeywell and Hikvision. We compare specific models for your site, confirm certification, and recommend the best fit rather than a fixed brand.
CCTV installation →Quick answers
Which is better, CP Plus or PRAMA?+
Both make capable IP cameras in India. Compare specific models on image quality, AI features, app and certification.
Is Honeywell CCTV made in India?+
Honeywell’s 50 Series cameras are made in India with VVDN.
Which brand has the biggest market share in India?+
CP Plus, with about 48% according to Counterpoint (reported May 2025).
Can I mix CP Plus cameras with a PRAMA NVR?+
Often through ONVIF, but AI features may not work across brands.
Do all three have mobile apps?+
Yes. Each brand has its own app for live view, playback and alerts; try the app before you decide if many people will use it.
Which brand is best for offices?+
All three have suitable ranges; choose on specific models, WDR, AI and support.