The Microsoft LifeCam Studio is a 360-degree rotating webcam with a wideband microphone for crystal clear sound. You can record in 1080p or live stream in 720p, making it suitable for conferences and business meetings.

The wide field of view is perfect for corporate presentations and boasts Microsoft's TrueColor system to ensure the lighting is just right. Although this is the most expensive webcam in the selection, it does carry some outstanding features.

For the home or small office, this may be too much for casual video calling. However, if you need a high-performance peripheral, this will certainly tick the boxes.

The Logitech HD Webcam C310 is a budget webcam solution for Skype or Zoom calls and home office needs. For the price, you'll get a surprisingly decent image quality with a resolution of 720p.

For individuals who struggle to get a reliable internet connection, the 720p resolution is ideal. Although this may not be an issue for most, it's a bonus if you need to take it out to work in a coffee shop or other remote location.

The Logitech HD Webcam C310 only comes with essential features. For instance, there are no rotation options, and the field of view is small. All-in-all, it's excellent for essential use and those on a budget.

The Depstech 2K QHD Webcam may not look as stylish as other budget webcams, but it doesn't cut corners on image quality and sound.

The stereo microphones produce decent sound quality, alongside the 2K QHD resolution. The 360-degree rotation means this webcam is suitable for home or office environments.

The real letdown of the Depstech 2K QHD Webcam is the lack of a tripod mount. The monitor clip is extremely basic, so you may find it harder to find a suitable placement for it.

The Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000 is a great budget webcam for those who want to focus on casual video calling. The noise cancellation makes it perfect for the home or office, where background noise can be a distraction.

If you're looking for a cheap and cheerful starter webcam, you can't go too far wrong with the Microsoft LifeCam HD-3000. Although it only offers 720p resolution, it does provide color correction, so other participants won't know it's a budget camera.

The ability to mount it means you can use this webcam on multiple devices rather than balance it to get the best image.

The NexiGo Streaming Webcam is perfect for video calls and live streaming. The dual stereo microphones are neatly hidden at the back, and the webcam offers ring lighting for optimal conditions.

The auto-focus feature means you're always in the picture. In addition to the dimmable lights with touch control, this budget webcam provides decent image quality.

For the price, it's disappointing that the NexiGo Streaming Webcam doesn't offer a better sounding audio recording, especially considering there's two of them. However, it's not a deal-breaker given the other features on offer.

Overall, the NexiGo Streaming Webcam looks good and is easy to mount on a wide range of monitors. The tripod screw mount means you have more options whether you're at home or in the office.

The Jelly Comb Webcam is a stylish budget webcam with a sleek design that can record in 1080p. The monitor clip is similar to the NexiGo, allowing you to mount the webcam onto different monitors.

With plug-and-play technology, you can connect this webcam to any USB device to start recording or live streaming. The wide-angle lens makes this budget webcam ideal for office or conference environments.

Despite being able to record in 1080p, the Jelly Comb Webcam's image quality is pretty mediocre. Conversely, the pinhole microphone offers some of the best sounds from a budget webcam.

The Firsting Webcam is well-designed, even if it looks aesthetically similar to a more well-known brand's offering. The webcam runs at 1080p at 30FPS and features a two-megapixel sensor.

The capabilities and features of the Firsting Webcam make this budget option an ideal choice for online education, home office work, gaming, and video streaming.

However, unless the camera fits your existing monitor neatly, you may have trouble getting the perfect fit. Due to the small monitor clip and flimsy built, the optimal positioning is hard to achieve.