DeepStack
Self-hosted AI server for object and face detection
DeepStack is a self-hosted AI server providing object detection, face recognition, and scene analysis through a simple REST API. It is widely used to add AI detection to surveillance tools like Blue Iris and Home Assistant.
Key features
- Object and face detection
- Scene recognition
- Simple REST API
- GPU acceleration support
Pros & cons
Strengths
- Easy AI integration
- Works with many NVRs
Trade-offs
- Detection only, not an NVR
- Heavier with GPU models
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