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Best Security Screws for Camera Housings to Stop Tampering and Theft
Security screws for camera housings are the small, cheap part that decides whether a doorbell or outdoor cam stays on the wall. This guide covers five tamper-resistant screw sets: two doorbell-specific replacement packs, two large Torx assortment kits and one metric-size set. It suits homeowners replacing stripped or missing factory screws, installers who keep a kit on the van, and anyone mounting cameras in reachable spots. The overview table below shows each pick at a glance; full reviews and a buying checklist follow.
The Picks at a Glance
| Product | Key Spec | Best Use | Price Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| CTYUKHS 5Set Security Screws with Video Doorbell 2/3/4/Pro 2 | 20-piece, five zinc-plated screw styles | Direct doorbell replacement | Budget |
| Hilitchi 210 Pcs #8 Stainless Button Head Torx Kit | #8 sizes, T20 bit included | General camera and bracket work | Mid |
| 214Pcs 304 Stainless Button Head Torx Set | #10 sizes, T25 bit included | Heavier housings and mounts | Mid |
| Hilitchi 110Pcs M5 Button Head Torx Set | M5 metric sizes, T25 bit included | Metric-thread camera hardware | Mid |
| Doorbell Screws Replacement, 32pcs Copper | 32-piece copper set | Spare doorbell screws | Budget |
1. CTYUKHS 5Set Security Screws with Video Doorbell 2/3/4/Pro 2
Type: Doorbell replacement screw set
Pieces: 20
Styles: Five screw styles
Finish: Zinc-plated
Compatibility: Video Doorbell 2, 3, 4 and Pro 2
This is the narrowest pick in the group, and that is the point. The set is built around one job: putting a Ring-style video doorbell back on its mount with the right security screws. Five separate screw styles are bundled so the buyer does not have to guess which head the housing needs. Zinc plating keeps the cost down and gives reasonable day-to-day corrosion protection for a covered porch.
It suits the homeowner who lost the original doorbell screws during a move or a battery swap and wants a direct replacement without buying a 200-piece kit. The trade-off is that a 20-piece set with five styles leaves only a few spares per type, so it is a repair pack rather than a stock kit. Buyers mounting several cameras should look at the larger assortments instead.
2. Hilitchi 210 Pcs #8 Stainless Steel Button Head Torx Sheet Metal Screws
Type: Tamper-proof Torx assortment
Pieces: 210
Size: #8, 1/2" to 1-1/2"
Head: Button head
Material: Stainless steel
Included: T20 screwdriver bit
This is the volume pick. Two hundred and ten stainless steel screws in a single #8 size range cover most camera brackets, junction boxes and housing plates that take a sheet-metal screw. Button heads sit fairly flush and leave less for a tool to grab than a pan head. Stainless steel is the right call for outdoor housings, where zinc-plated hardware tends to rust first.
It suits installers and DIYers who work on several cameras a year and want one box that covers the common sizes. Torx security heads need the matching bit, and the included T20 is the one to keep in the toolbox. The trade-off is that a single screw size and one bit type will not fit every housing, so metric or larger-thread mounts need a different kit.
3. 214Pcs 304 Stainless Steel Button Head Torx Security Screws Set
Type: Tamper-proof Torx assortment
Pieces: 214
Size: #10, 1/2" to 1-1/2"
Head: Button head
Material: 304 stainless steel
Included: T25 screwdriver bit
This set is the heavier sibling of the #8 kit. It uses #10 screws in the same stainless steel, with a larger T25 bit for the bigger head. The thicker screw suits camera housings, mount arms and weatherproof boxes where a thin sheet-metal screw would strip or pull out under load. Six lengths in the range give room to match the depth of the material.
It suits buyers with heavier housings or mounts that need more bite than a #8 screw provides. The 304 stainless grade is a sensible choice for coastal or wet climates. The trade-off is that #10 screws are too large for small doorbell backplates and thin plastic housings, so this is a camera-and-bracket kit, not a universal one.
4. Hilitchi 110Pcs M5 Button Head Torx Security Screws
Type: Metric tamper-proof Torx set
Pieces: 110
Size: M5, eight lengths
Head: Button head
Material: Stainless steel
Included: T25 screwdriver bit
Metric hardware is the gap in most US buyers’ screw drawers, and this set fills it. It offers M5 screws across eight lengths, all stainless, all with a button-head Torx security drive. M5 is a common thread for camera brackets, pole mounts and imported housing hardware, so it covers gear that the #8 and #10 kits miss.
It suits buyers whose camera or mount uses metric threads — often imported housings — and who want a tidy range of lengths in one box. The included T25 bit matches the head size. The trade-off is that 110 pieces spread across eight lengths means fewer of each, so a buyer who needs one specific length in bulk may run short.
5. Doorbell Screws Replacement, 32pcs Copper Material
Type: Doorbell replacement screw set
Pieces: 32
Material: Copper
Compatibility: Video Doorbell 2, Pro, Video Doorbell 3 and Pro
This is the spare-parts pick for doorbell owners. Thirty-two copper screws cover the common Ring-compatible doorbell models, so a buyer can replace lost or stripped screws and still have spares left over. Copper is a softer metal than stainless, which makes it less likely to gall in a plastic or aluminum housing, though it is less hard-wearing on repeated removal.
It suits the homeowner who wants a small stock of doorbell screws on hand rather than a one-time repair. The larger piece count compared with the CTYUKHS set makes it the better choice for multi-doorbell households. The trade-off is that copper is not the most corrosion-resistant choice for a fully exposed porch, so a coastal install may prefer stainless.
Before You Buy
- Material: Stainless steel is the safest choice for outdoor camera housings; zinc-plated and copper sets suit covered or indoor installs.
- Size: Match the thread to the housing — #8 and #10 for US sheet-metal mounts, M5 for metric hardware.
- Compatibility: Doorbell-specific sets list the models they fit; check the model before ordering.
- Included accessories: A set without the matching Torx bit is a set that cannot be installed on arrival.
- Care: A dab of anti-seize on stainless threads stops galling when screws are removed for battery swaps.
- Storage: Assortment kits are best kept in a divided case so lengths stay sorted.
- Spares: A repair pack with few pieces per style is not a stock kit; buy volume if several cameras are in play.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What drive type is best for camera housing screws? Torx security, usually T20 or T25, is the standard tamper-resistant drive and needs a matching bit that most kits include.
- Will these fit a Ring doorbell? The doorbell-specific sets list the models they are compatible with, so check the model number against the product name before buying.
- Stainless or zinc-plated? Stainless steel resists rust better outdoors; zinc plating is cheaper and fine for covered porches.
- Can a security screw be removed? Yes, with the correct Torx security bit — the tamper resistance is about deterring casual removal, not making the screw permanent.
- How many screws does a typical install need? A single doorbell or camera housing usually takes a small handful, so a repair pack is enough for one device and an assortment kit is better for several.
Bottom Line
For most buyers, the Hilitchi 210-piece #8 stainless Torx kit is the best security screws for camera housings value — it covers the common bracket size, includes the bit, and the stainless steel holds up outdoors. Doorbell owners who want a direct fit should start with the CTYUKHS five-style set, and anyone with heavier or metric housings should step up to the #10 or M5 kits.
