4 Channel DVR Recorders for 4-Camera CCTV Systems
9 products in our Recorders range — trade-grade UK stock from CCTV Master.
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A 4-channel DVR or NVR is the right size for covering a small home or shop front: four cameras, one recorder. This range includes both DVR models (work with traditional analogue/HD-TVI/AHD cameras, some with PoC for power-over-coax) and NVR models (work with IP/PoE cameras, powering them over the same network cable).
How to choose
- PoE vs non-PoE: Several units here (the Hikvision K Series NVRs, HiLook NVR-104H-D/4P, Prolux PXN-2104HS-4P/4K, Tiandy TC-R3104) have built-in PoE ports, so compatible IP cameras get power and data through one cable — check your cameras support PoE before relying on this.
- Resolution ceiling: Options range from 4MP (HiLook NVR, Prolux PXD-8204-HYK4MP) up to 8MP/4K (Hikvision H.265 DVRs, ANNKE D941BB, Prolux PXN-2104HS-4P/4K). Match this to your cameras' actual output, since a recorder can't exceed its own rated resolution.
- Hybrid flexibility: The Prolux PXD-8204-HYK4MP is a hybrid DVR, meaning it can typically accept more than one camera type on the same unit.
- Storage: The HIKVISION 8MP eSSD model uses solid-state storage rather than a conventional hard drive bay — worth noting if you plan to add your own drive.
- AI features: Several models are labelled AcuSense or WizSense, Hikvision's and Dahua's terms for smarter motion filtering that aims to reduce false alerts from non-human/vehicle movement.
Check camera compatibility (analogue vs IP) before ordering, since DVRs and NVRs are not interchangeable.
4CH — frequently asked questions
What's the difference between a 4CH DVR and a 4CH NVR?
A DVR connects to analogue, HD-TVI, AHD or PoC cameras over coax, while an NVR connects to IP cameras over a network cable, often with PoE to also supply power.
Can I use PoE cameras with any recorder in this range?
Only with the NVR models that have built-in PoE ports, such as the Hikvision K Series NVRs, HiLook NVR-104H-D/4P, Prolux PXN-2104HS-4P/4K or Tiandy TC-R3104; always confirm your cameras support PoE.
