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HiLook vs Hikvision: What's the Difference? Is HiLook Made by Hikvision?

Hikvision vs HiLook explained — HiLook is Hikvision's value brand. Compare features, AI an

HiLook is Hikvision’s value brand — made by Hikvision, sharing the same core technology, but built for budget-conscious projects. The flagship Hikvision range is the full professional line-up. Both are genuine, and we stock both. Here is how to choose. (Shop now: ARC IP Networks is an authorised Hikvision reseller in Australia.)

What is HiLook?

HiLook is Hikvision’s entry-level sub-brand. It is manufactured by Hikvision and delivers dependable cameras and recorders with the essentials — and even some smart features like AcuSense detection and ColorVu full-colour night vision on selected models — at a wallet-friendly price.

Hikvision vs HiLook at a glance

 HikvisionHiLook
PositionFlagship professional brandHikvision’s value brand
Made byHikvisionHikvision
RangeThe complete pro line-upEssentials and select smart models
AI featuresAcuSense, ColorVu, DeepinViewAcuSense / ColorVu on select models
Price tierMid to highBudget-friendly
Best forPerformance and future-proofingCost-effective basic systems
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Authorised HiLook by Hikvision reseller: genuine Australian stock, full warranty, competitive prices and price match available.

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Which should you choose?

  • Choose HiLook for a reliable, affordable system covering the basics — ideal for cost-sensitive homes and small sites. Browse the HiLook range.
  • Choose Hikvision when you want the latest AcuSense and ColorVu, advanced DeepinView analytics, the highest resolutions and the widest choice — the best path if you want to future-proof.

Still deciding on technology? Read ColorVu vs AcuSense and our DeepinView guide.

Ready to buy?

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HiLook at ARC IP Networks

Value-priced cameras and NVRs, made by Hikvision. Genuine Australian stock with the full manufacturer's warranty, competitive prices and price match available.

Frequently asked questions

HiLook is Hikvision’s own value sub-brand — it is made by Hikvision and shares its core technology, but offers a simpler, more budget-focused range. Hikvision is the flagship brand with the full professional line-up.

HiLook covers cost-effective essentials (with some smart features like AcuSense and ColorVu on select models), while the Hikvision brand spans the complete range, including advanced DeepinView AI cameras and the widest choice of models.

Yes. Because HiLook is built by Hikvision, it offers genuine, reliable hardware — it simply targets a more budget-conscious tier than the flagship Hikvision range.

Choose HiLook for a solid, cost-effective basic system, and Hikvision where you want the latest AI, the highest resolutions, advanced analytics and the most options. We stock both.

From ARC IP Networks — an authorised Hikvision reseller in Australia — stocking both the Hikvision and HiLook ranges as genuine Australian stock with Australian warranty.

Who we are

About ARC IP Networks

ARC IP Networks is an Australian supplier of security cameras and CCTV systems, based in Blackburn, Melbourne, Victoria. We work with homeowners, installers, integrators and businesses across Australia, supplying Hikvision, Ubiquiti UniFi Protect, Dahua and Jovision CCTV.

We are an authorised reseller for every brand we sell, and the national distributor of Jovision in Australia, so you get genuine Australian stock with the full manufacturer's warranty, never grey imports, at competitive prices. Our team can help you choose the right equipment, and trade customers get trade accounts and project pricing on larger jobs.

  • Genuine Australian stock with the full manufacturer's warranty
  • Competitive prices, price match available
  • Trade accounts for installers, integrators and MSPs
  • Australia-wide delivery; showroom in Blackburn, Mon–Fri 9–5 (demos by appointment)

Need help choosing?

Tell the ARC IP Networks team what you are trying to achieve and we will recommend the right equipment and quote it as one order.

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