I like the idea of having a means of home defense ...
599324
I modified the top shelf of the unit to create space for a 38 Special to sit.  I like the idea of having a means of home defense immediately available in the pace we spend the most time...the family room.  It clock is as to be expected.  My only complaint is that the hinge is adequate but not much more than that.  Aside from that, I'm a happy camper.
3603042
I like the idea, but the little guy just rips them off and hides them around the house. Need a better way to attach them.
1750388
I wouldn't rely on this device to keep my wife safe, but it does have the chance to scare off a would be bad guy with the sound alone. I finally got brave enough after a bit of liquid courage to shock myself, and while it actually left a small burn mark and made me jump, I don't think it would stop me if I really wanted to keep moving.
1908272
Much bigger than I thought it would be (that's a good thing) As long as your door is not cheap I do think this will live out to it's claims, or at the least it will give you time to get your gun.
3414414
I purchased a Vipertek VTS-881 to carry on my person for self defense. In my state there are no laws or permits required to carry a stun gun. I do not have my CWP yet, and my boyfriend was uncomfortable with me not having some sort of protection.

Pros:

The VTS-881is a great size for a self defense weapon that will be carried on a daily basis, such as in a purse. Although small, the built-in flashlight is pretty bright and would definitely hinder an assailants eyesight in dark conditions. I cannot comment on the strength of the device itself as I don't have a willing test dummy. I will say for such a small device, when discharged, it is quite loud and menacing. I'm sure any assailant would think twice before proceeding to attack after a quick discharge from the VTS-881.

Cons:
I have two main complaints with the device. One is the battery. There is no built in shut off, so when charging you must watch the time to make sure you don't fry the battery or destroy your outlet. The second is the location of the switch when in the provided carrying case. The case is soft and snug on the on/off switch and the discharge button is exposed. If thrown into a bag or purse I feel the device could be accidently discharged if moved the wrong way or bumped by something. I feel the switch placements are optimal for actual use but that perhaps a hard shell case should have been provided to prevent accidental discharge.

Overall I am happy with the device and as long as it lasts, I would definitely purchase them for my friends and family as well.

My boyfriend currently has the VTS-195. Overall we have found the Vipertek devices to be great personal defense devices for an affordable price.
112586
Very inexpensive yet provides good protection for my kitchen table. That's where all my weapons maintenence is conducted. I would suggest putting some small magnetic bowls near you  to place darker screws, pins, Springs etc
2332694
This is a great first line of defense opposed to having to use lethal force. I have not used this but by all indications this is going to work well. Seems to be user friendly with the safety lock on the top. This product is well priced considering a self defense product. Thank You
4820582
Will use on my sliding glass door and main door, in hopes of alerting me, so I might prepare a defense.
3729410
This is one of those gimmicky items that you buy, and you're not sure if you'll use it or toss it in a drawer and forget about it. Well, in this case, I have to admit that I do use this device regularly. I really like the settings which allows you to set the device to operate for 4 or 8 hours after dusk. It seems a bit expensive, but still one of the cheaper forms of home protection available.
1657191
Good idea...a nice secure place to store a couple long guns without taking up valuable floor space around the home.  And it's not something that can be picked up out of a garage and hauled away.  The stealthy nature of the product also allowed me to install it in our master bedroon closet with no loss of space and easy access.  Now for the problems.  This product is almost guaranteed to arrive damaged in some way due to the poor nature of the packaging.  This isn't Amazon's fault...Stack On only protected it with 1/2" of styrofoam.  I'm attaching photos to show the damage to my unit.  Functionally it's not a problem, but it's disappointing cosmetically.  Second, this cabinet is small inside...14" wide by 3" deep.  I could fit a Benelli M4 and AR-15 (both with mounted optics) inside, but that's about it.  As other reviewers said, the included shelves will hold a box or two of ammo and that's about it.  Finally, because the unit is 14" wide and most studs are 16"o.c., you should have some pieces of wood handy to shim the open space and create a solid fit.  Finally, you MUST use different screws from the ones included for mounting to the studs.  They will strip out if you so much as look at them.  Use some good 3" DeckMate deck screws instead.  It's a decent buy for the money (got mine for $78) and serves it's stated purpose fine.  For those who case about country of origin, this product is Made in China.
3697263
For such a small and simple device I find it to be very practical and intended to do what is supposed to which is keeping burglars away from the house.
3501091
I wanted to get this for my mother's sake. She is in her eighties and the otherwise very nice area in which she lives, which normally has a very low crime rate, has been hit of late with a number of break ins, even when residents were at home. This arrived and it took me all of a 45 minutes to get everything situated and installed. It was quite amazingly simple. And it is quite actractive. A nice plus is the keychain fob that can be set off easily, a huge plus if you are opening your door and someone tries to muscle their way in. This is not going to be as effective as some systems that link you to a home security service or even contact the police, but I wonder if those are worth the additional cost. Also, local police departments spent an unreasonable amount of time visiting homes where alarms have gone off for no good reason, which I personally find to be a waste of tax payer money. I actually am a huge believer in the efficacy of government, but only when it is truly needed. Most police departments across the country complain about the amount of time they spend answering false alarm calls caused by home security systems, when the police officers could be actively policing neighborhoods instead. So I feel like this a responsible and reasonably priced home alarm choice. If you really feel that this is inaequate, I would recommend dropping more money in the short term and getting a German Shepherd. I get German Shepherds not for home defense reasons, but because I adore the breed (when bred on the German/British/Japanese standard - not so much when bred on the American, big-dumb-fear-biter standard). But a nice bonus for me is that I literally have not had a single night ever when I had the tiniest bit of fear while in my home because the brute fact is that a dog is THE most effective means of home defense. So if you need more than this, get a dog and really be protected.

Also, while many rentor's leases have clauses about installing alarm systems, this one is so minimal that I would have felt comfortable getting one back when I was renting. So if you can't get a dog but rent, you might want to look into this.
1645525
This is a great idea! It is pretty small box that can fit in almost any pack/glovebox. It provides a convenient and handy little location for basic survival supplies. With this kit and a little bit of know how, one could survive pretty decently. Add shelter and decent multitool with a good fixed blade (none of which will fit into the box) and you have a good kit!
1481565
Seems like a good unit so far although I wish the on off function was a little easier to use. I have not shot with the unit mounted so will have a better idea after a couple times at the range
4032306
These 'weapons' are amazing for self defense, but small enough to attatch to a keychain and take with you everywhere. I recently purchased about 7 of them to give to my family for Christmas. I am going into the airforce for sometime, so it's just a little peice of mind knowing that they're a LITTLE bit safer.
2355497
Good topic, many who carry for self-defense think the trouble is over once the threat is stopped, but it can really be just the beginning...
4947989
This is a great idea. If you're renting like me, and can't drill a bunch of holes in your ceilings and walls to mount a true security system, this is a viable option. You can set this camera on a table or a shelf or a window sill and position it to cover your room or doorway or whatever area you deem sensitive.

There are some problems:

1. If it's dark, the picture will not offer much more than vague shapes, so if you're hoping for images to turn over to the police, and it's dark in your house, forget it. Best leave a light on for burglars. Same goes for your baby's bedroom when they're sleeping.
2. The camera is so light, the Ethernet cable and power cord tend to make it difficult to position the camera without the pull of the cables tugging it out of position. You really do have to weight it down. If you don't want to stick it permanently or screw it down into a shelf, you'll have to find some other way of securing it in position.

There is also a browser problem, as I discovered. When I first installed it, it worked fine and I was able to watch on my laptop, using Windows 10 and Chrome browser. But on each subsequent occasion on either Chrome or Edge, I get this error message:

"Um, this browser may not support camera video well

If you couldn't view the camera video, try the tpCamera app or another browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Opera. We will update the software as soon as possible. Sorry for the inconvenience and thanks for your choice."

Wonderful.

I can view it on my phone, fortunately, a Samsung S6, but Microsoft has replaced IE in Windows 10 with Edge. You would think TP-Link would have been prepared for this. It's not like MS surprised anybody with the change. I mean, even us non-software engineers knew it was coming. And Chrome is a pretty popular browser. No support for it? I mean, c'mon!

I am hugely disappointed in TP-LINK.

They also claim, "E-mail or FTP notifications triggered by Motion Detection" but I cannot find a setting anywhere in settings that determines how to make this work. I sure get no email notifications for MY camera. If I sign into TPLINK and go to my SETTINGS I get a choice of deleting my camera or saving. That's it for settings.

Turns out, you have to click on FAQ at the top right of the page and it will explain how to set it up. Unfortunately, it does not tell you how to find and download the Camera Control Tool. The instructions that come with the camera offer no explanation at all. You would think with the information provided that it must all work through some magical process.

And, of course, if it won't work on your browser, none of the information you find on their site is really much use to you anyway...

So yes, it's nice, but there are some "hiccups" to what is otherwise a good idea. Concept good, practical application currently limited. If you buy it, be aware of these flaws. I give it 3 stars, but that's only because they won't let me give it 2.5 stars, which is what it really deserves.