Wyze Cam Vase: Indoor Camera Disguise Guide

By Wyze | Published: 2026-10-31

Category: How-to Guides

Learn how to hide your Wyze Cam inside the Wyze Cam Vase for discreet home monitoring. This guide covers setup, placement tips, and common pitfalls.

Quick answer

The Wyze Cam Vase lets you hide a Wyze Cam (v4, v3, or v3 Pro) inside a stylish ceramic vase. Follow these steps to set it up, position it, and avoid common placement mistakes.

Why use the Wyze Cam Vase for discreet monitoring

The Wyze Cam Vase is designed to blend a security camera into your home decor. It works with Wyze Cam v4, v3, and v3 Pro, and the vase hides the camera body while leaving the lens visible through a small opening. This means you can monitor a room without the camera being obvious.

A common concern is that hiding the camera might block its view or microphone. The vase is shaped to avoid that, but you still need to choose the right spot and angle. Also, the vase is real ceramic, so it adds weight and stability, but it also means the camera can't be adjusted after placing the vase without lifting it.

What you'll need

You need a Wyze Cam Vase and a compatible Wyze Cam (v4, v3, or v3 Pro). The camera fits inside the vase, and the vase has a cutout for the lens. No tools are required, but you might want a microfiber cloth to clean the vase interior before inserting the camera.

Steps to set up your Wyze Cam Vase

Prepare the vase and camera: Wipe the inside of the Wyze Cam Vase with a dry microfiber cloth to remove dust. Remove your Wyze Cam from its stand, but keep the power cable attached. The vase has a slot for the cable to exit through the bottom. Don't forget to clean the vase interior; dust can blur the lens over time.
Insert the camera into the vase: Hold the camera with the lens facing the vase's cutout opening. Gently slide the camera into the vase until it sits flush. The camera's infrared LEDs and microphone should face the same direction as the lens. Do not force the camera; if it doesn't slide in easily, check that the cable isn't pinched. A common mistake is inserting the camera backwards. The lens must align with the cutout for a clear view.
Position the vase for optimal viewing: Place the vase on a stable, level surface at the height you want to monitor. The vase is heavy, so it won't tip easily, but avoid placing it on a narrow ledge. Angle the vase so the cutout faces the area you want to watch. Because the vase is ceramic, you cannot tilt the camera after placement, so adjust the vase's orientation before finalizing. Test the camera's view using the Wyze app before committing to a spot. Adjust the vase's position until the field of view covers what you need.
Route and conceal the power cable: Run the power cable from the vase's bottom slot to the nearest outlet. Use cable clips or tape to secure the cable along baseboards or behind furniture. Avoid leaving a long, loose cable that could be pulled or tripped over. A visible cable can give away the hidden camera. Hide it as much as possible.
Test the camera and adjust settings in the app: Open the Wyze app, select your camera, and check the live view. Make sure the image is clear and the microphone picks up sound. If the view is blocked or blurry, reposition the vase. You can also enable motion detection and set activity zones to avoid false alerts from passing shadows. If the camera's night vision is washed out, the vase might be too close to a wall. Move it a few inches away.

Product facts

Wyze Cam Vase: Combines stunning home decor with practical home security. Pop in your Wyze Cam (v4, v3, or v3 Pro) and effortlessly keep an eye on what matters most without having the camera stick out like a sore thumb. This means you can place a camera in living areas, entryways, or shelves without it looking like a security device, so it blends into your decor while still recording.
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