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Blink Outdoor 4 (4th Gen) — Wire-free smart security camera, two-year battery life, two-way audio, HD live view, enhanced motion detection, Works with Alexa – 1 camera system
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- Outdoor 4 is our fourth generation wire-free smart security camera that helps you protect your home inside and out right from your smartphone.
- See and speak from the Blink app — Experience 1080p HD live view, infrared night vision, and crisp two-way audio.
- Two-year battery life — Set up yourself in minutes and get up to two years of power with the included AA lithium batteries.
- Enhanced motion detection — Be alerted to motion faster from your smartphone with dual-zone, enhanced motion detection.
- Person detection — Get alerts when a person is detected with embedded computer vision (CV) as part of an optional Blink Subscription Plan (sold separately).
- Save and share clips — Choose to store events in the cloud with a free 30-day trial of the Blink Subscription Plan or locally with the Sync Module 2 (included) plus a USB drive (sold separately).
- Works with Alexa — Connect to an Alexa-enabled device to engage live view, arm and disarm your system, and more using your voice.
- Includes one Outdoor 4 camera, one Sync Module 2, two AA lithium metal batteries, one mounting kit, one USB cable, and one power adapter.
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To save and share clips, choose from an optional Blink Subscription Plan (sold separately) or store locally with a Blink Sync Module (included) and USB flash drive (sold separately).
Outdoor 4 is not compatible with accessories designed for Outdoor 3rd Gen including Blink Floodlight Mount and Blink Solar Panel Charging Mount.
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Here’s what customers are saying
A stellar investment for anyone seeking a top-tier home security solution. Its easy setup, high-quality video, durability, and extended battery life set it apart from the competition. A solid five-star rating for the peace of mind and advanced features.
– Julian
Best security camera system I've had in my house in all the years of home ownership. Easy to install, no wiring is a great plus, also do not need to pay those expensive prices to a technician to install.
– Steve G
This camera is amazing. Crystal clear picture. Very wide angle. I could not believe how easy it was to install. Genius product… just buy it!
– Vic
Be there from anywhere
Help protect what matters most - better than ever - with Blink’s fourth generation of wire-free
Outdoor smart security cameras. Outdoor 4 is innovative yet easy to use with up to two years of
powerful battery life. Affordable peace of mind starts here.
Outdoor 4 puts home in your hands
Stay close to home from anywhere. See what’s happening with HD live view and infrared night vision.
Speak to people and pets with crisp two-way audio – it’s like being home even when you’re not.
Control all your Blink devices in the Blink app with ease.
*Available with Blink Subscription Plan (sold separately)
Powerful battery life
Go where wires can't to help protect your home. With Blink's proprietary chip technology,
Outdoor 4 runs on two AA batteries that last up to two years with regular use.
Be alerted in real-time
Catch events quickly with dual-zone motion
detection alerts. Create customized activity zones
so you only see the movement you care about.
See who’s there
Receive an alert when a person is detected with
embedded computer vision (CV) as part of an
optional Blink Subscription Plan (sold separately).
Know the difference between people versus an
object or animal for added peace of mind. CV is
processed securely on your device.
Set up with ease
Install in minutes inside or out! No messy wires or searching for outlets. No professional installation required.
Outdoor 4’s wire-free design means you can place, stand, or mount your cameras anywhere in minutes.
Works with Alexa
Go hands-free with a compatible Alexa device! Stream live video,
arm and disarm your camera, set helpful Alexa Routines, and more.
“Alexa, show my cameras.”
Record, save, and share your clips
Experience the convenience and added benefits of the Blink Subscription Plan with your included 30-day free trial. Then, choose to subscribe for just $3 per month per device or $10 per month for unlimited Blink devices on an account.
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Local Storage: Sync Module 2
Save your clips locally with the Sync Module 2 via a USB flash drive (sold separately).
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Getting started is easy
Step 1
Sign in to or create an account
in the Blink app.
Step 2
Plug in the Sync Module and
connect to wifi.
Step 3
Insert the included batteries,
add your camera(s) to the app,
and follow the instructions.
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Ratings | 4.2 out of 5 stars (18,900) | 4.3 out of 5 stars (2,517) | 4.3 out of 5 stars (7,943) | 4.3 out of 5 stars (1,567) |
Power source | 2 AA lithium batteries | Battery-Powered | Hardwired | Plug-In |
Battery life | 2 years | 2 years | N/A | N/A |
Weather resistant | Available with Blink Weather Resistant Power Adapter (sold separately) | |||
Field of view | 143° diagonal | 143° diagonal | 143° diagonal | 143° diagonal |
Motion-activated alerts | ||||
Enhanced motion detection | ||||
Person detection | Available with Blink Subscription Plan (sold separately) | Available with Blink Subscription Plan (sold separately) | Available with Blink Subscription Plan (sold separately) | Available with Blink Subscription Plan (sold separately) |
On-demand video (live view) | ||||
Video resolution | Up to 1080p | Up to 1080p | Up to 1080p | Up to 1080p |
Two-way audio | ||||
Works with Alexa |
Blink Outdoor 4 Technical Details
Field of view |
143° diagonal |
Camera resolution |
1080p HD video |
Photo resolution |
View captured images in 640 x 360 |
Camera frame rate |
Up to 30 fps |
Size |
2.8 x 2.8 x 1.6 inches (70 x 70 x 41 mm) |
Unit weight |
5.0 oz (141 g) |
Power |
Outdoor 4 battery: 2 AA 1.5V lithium metal batteries (non-rechargeable) Sync Module 2 power: 100-220V AC to 5V DC converter included. Battery life of up to two years, based on default settings. Battery life will vary based on device settings, use, and environmental factors. |
Wifi connectivity |
High-speed internet connection (such as broadband, fiber, or DSL). Wi-Fi network: 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n. |
Sync module compatibility |
Camera compatible with all Blink Sync Modules. |
Available colors |
Black |
Minimum smartphone requirements |
iOS 15.0, Android 9.0, or Fire 9.0 |
Blink app |
Blink Home Monitor |
Included in the box |
Includes one Outdoor 4 camera, one Sync Module 2, two AA lithium metal batteries, one mounting kit, one USB cable, and one power adapter. |
Audio |
2-way audio |
Warranty and service |
1-year limited warranty. Purchase and use of Blink cameras is subject to the terms found here. |
Support |
Visit the Blink Support page for more information. |
Generation |
4th generation – 2023 release |
Operating temperature |
-4 to 113° F |
Software security updates |
This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. |
Cloud video storage |
To keep videos beyond your trial, subscribe to a Blink Subscription Plan which allows videos to be stored in the cloud for up to 60 days. See Blink Subscription Plans for more information about your plan’s retention period. To keep important videos beyond this period, download them to your mobile device. |
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Customers like the ease of setup of the video doorbell. They say it's simple to set up and intuitive. They also like the image quality. However, some customers have reported issues with the battery life. They mention that the battery died not even a month in. Customers also dislike connectivity. Opinions are mixed on value, motion detection, performance, and quality.
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Customers find the setup of the vdo devices to be simple and intuitive. They say the system is incredibly easy to set up and maintain, with no complicated wiring. Customers also mention that the camera system offers a balanced blend of ease-of-use, reliable performance, and no complicated wires. They appreciate the variety of options to configure and customize the cameras.
"...Set up was a breeze—no complicated wiring and easy to sync with the Blink app on your phone or iPad...." Read more
"...for managing the cameras/sync module is very nice and has plenty of options to configure/customize the cameras..." Read more
"...couple work arounds to make it perfect, this is a pretty low cost, easy to use and effective product if you’re in need of a wireless camera." Read more
"...Intuitive setup. If not there, you could go continuous. Alerts are saved automatically for review later. Default deletion is after 2 months...." Read more
Customers like the image quality of the vdo devices. They mention that it has a nice field of view, and the HD video captures crisp, clear images both day and night. Some say that the app and picture are great, and that the graphics improved.
"...operated cameras, and I’ve got to say, these little gadgets are seriously impressive!..." Read more
"...can download on your phone for managing the cameras/sync module is very nice and has plenty of options to configure/customize the cameras..." Read more
"...Taking a photo every hour is nice I suppose but nothing that would ever get me to spend a monthly fee on, and the one thing I do think is useful..." Read more
"This is a great product! Easy to install, looks nice and clean outside, audio and visuals are excellent!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the outdoor 4 camera systems. Some mention that they work very well, are effective, versatile, and affordable, while others say that they fail and have to be reset every couple of months.
"...If you’re in the market for home security that’s effective, versatile, and affordable without being a hassle these Blink Outdoor cameras are a solid..." Read more
"...The system is too unreliable. The only thing it really has going for it is that it is simple to setup and self contained...." Read more
"...The closer they are, the better of course, but it's very good. The speaker volume for the cameras is very good as well...." Read more
"...take it at face value that when set to Person Detection, it will ONLY detect persons, you don’t get the best of both worlds unless selecting All..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the vdo devices. Some mention that the camera is good quality, reliable, and built tough. However, others say that it feels cheap and is flaky. Some customers also mention that there is some haziness or fuzzy video.
"...These cameras are built tough and they’re weather-resistant, so rain or shine, they keep working...." Read more
"...has a weaker infrared (IR) light than the Outdoor 4 cameras and lesser quality video than the Outdoor 4 cameras, but overall, it’s good..." Read more
"...Not 100% reliable but it does give us more confidence and peace of mind. Hopefully a deterrent for trouble if anything...." Read more
"...App Experience and Limitations:While the camera hardware excels, the accompanying Blink app falls slightly short in terms of functionality...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the vdo devices. Some mention that it has good value, with many good features and good resolution for the price. Others say that it makes no sense to spend money on it, it's expensive, and the maintenance cost is too high. Some customers also mention that the product is a total waste of money.
"...’re in the market for home security that’s effective, versatile, and affordable without being a hassle these Blink Outdoor cameras are a solid choice." Read more
"...to the spotty live view and motion detection, it simply makes no sense to spend money on this. The system is too unreliable...." Read more
"...systems like Ring, Nest and Skybell and at this time, the price difference is significant, in my opinion...." Read more
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Customers are mixed about the motion detection of the vdo device. Some mention that it's good and flawlessly picks up movement, while others say that it is inconsistent and doesn't recognize movements. The detection range is still very short, and the camera doesn't work on the smaller boxes.
"...missing the first couple seconds of an event, to the spotty live view and motion detection, it simply makes no sense to spend money on this...." Read more
"...features, like extended battery life and HD live view, provide comprehensive surveillance without the hassle of wires or frequent maintenance...." Read more
"...about the range detection, as I do notice some times it will not catch movement, especially if I’m moving slowly or based on camera positioning, but..." Read more
"...-by the time you get notified, motion is often over and not recorded. I consider these minor things that don’t matter...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the vdo device. They mention that it dies quickly, the system works great, but eats up a lot of battery power, and the battery monitoring is not accurate. Some say that the lithium batteries were bad.
"...Third, the battery life is horrific if you have the motion detection on or if you look at the live feed too often throughout the day...." Read more
"...Poor indication of battery life. “Ok” is not enough information.- Spotty motion detection...." Read more
"...-batterylife monitoring not accurate? All came new supposedly but as soon as you get all setup, they only say “okay” battery life?..." Read more
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Customers are dissatisfied with the connectivity of the vdo devices. They mention that there are connectivity issues and that the cameras stopped connecting. Some customers also report that the internet connection is bad and that their cameras disassociate from the sync module.
"...I also noticed there were connectivity issues during that time that left a large gap in my list of recordings...." Read more
"...A few of the cameras show very poor network strength, but perfect (4 bar) connection to the sync module...." Read more
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"...The app is ok, unfortunately there is no account access for others without giving them your login and full account access, meaning there isn’t a..." Read more
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Set up was a breeze—no complicated wiring and easy to sync with the Blink app on your phone or iPad. We had them up and running in a matter of minutes, which was a big win in my book. The video quality is crystal clear, even at night and the best part? You can access live view anytime through the app, so you always know what’s happening around your home. We especially love the two-way audio feature which is perfect for interacting with someone unknown on your porch without having to open your front door—adding a whole new level of security. And for messing with your dogs when they're in the backyard…that's always a good time.
These cameras are built tough and they’re weather-resistant, so rain or shine, they keep working. Whether you’re keeping an eye on your front door, backyard, or just want to check in on things, these cameras deliver. We just bought a pair for my brother and so far he's impressed as well. If you’re in the market for home security that’s effective, versatile, and affordable without being a hassle these Blink Outdoor cameras are a solid choice.
Viewing/Storing Your Videos: During the trial subscription period when I could view my motion-triggered saved videos in the cloud, I noticed the videos load/play quicker than if you’re accessing the videos stored on the USB flash drive in the Sync Module 2. Anyway, not a big deal, but it’s a difference. You need to provide a USB flash drive to plug in to the Sync Module, but those are very cheap these days and a 128GB drive will give you TONS of storage for videos since the file size of the videos is not very big. Also, with the cloud subscription there’s a thumbnail for each video saved, which can be helpful in finding important videos if you’re trying to find one with people in it, rather than a video triggered by a dog. Without a subscription, there’s no thumbnail on the saved videos which you view in your app, and it takes several seconds for them to load/play in your app, but it’s bearable. The nice thing is, if you don’t have a subscription, the videos save to your flash drive/memory stick in the Sync Module 2 immediately after the recording is finished. If you have a subscription, the videos only download to your Sync Module’s USB flash drive once per day, at night (as I understand it).
Sync Module 2 & Wireless Signals to Wi-Fi & Cameras: The Sync Module is required for the cameras, but you get one of those if you buy a package, like I did. I bought the bundle that included two Outdoor 4 cameras, one video doorbell and the Sync Module 2. It’s important to know the Sync Module and the cameras have TWO wireless signals. One that needs to connect to your home (or business) 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network and one that is only for use by the Sync Module and cameras and that signal is a ‘Low-Frequency Radio’ (LFR) signal. It does not have 5GHz, but you don’t want that anyway because the 5GHz signal is weaker than 2.4GHz signal. The Sync Module is where you connect a USB flash drive (memory stick) to save your videos if you’re not paying for a subscription (and also for once-daily backups of your videos if you ARE paying for a subscription). PLACEMENT OF THE SYNC MODULE IS IMPORTANT! Remember, it has TWO signals. It needs to be placed in an area that has a good signal to your home/business Wi-Fi AND so that it also has a good signal to all your cameras (if you have them spread out in different areas around your home or outside your home). To give you some perspective, my house is a single-story ranch style house (around 1,700 sq ft) and I have a camera outside on each wall (each wall is brick). I was able to place the Sync Module and my Wi-Fi access point in the center of my house. Even in this central location, I have one camera (the video doorbell, about 38’ away from sync module and Wi-Fi access point) that has only 2 to 3 bars (out of 4) for the Wi-Fi connection but usually 4 bars for the Sync Module connection. Long story short, make sure you place the sync module, your Wi-Fi access point and the cameras so they all connect to each other with as strong a signal as possible for best performance/reliability. It worked out well for my house, especially since I have flexibility on where I can place my sync module and home Wi-Fi access point and the technical knowledge and tools to move it wherever I needed it.
Outdoor 4 Camera: The image quality/exposure for these cameras is very good. The nighttime IR (infrared) view is very good also (it will appear like black and white footage). The coverage of the IR light when it’s dark is also very good and has better coverage than I would have expected. I have motion-triggered flood lights outside my house anyway, so if my lights are triggered, the camera may not use IR because it sees enough light (at that point it will record normal video in color just like it does during daylight). I bought 25 ft long third-party USB-C cords with a power supply to use as the power source for my Outdoor 4 cameras so I never have to replace batteries and so I can view live video from the cameras as much as I want and also have the infrared light set to High without impacting battery life, because there are no batteries to worry about :-). I don’t know if it’s different WITH a subscription, but the longest period you can record when the camera is triggered by motion is 60 seconds. For the video doorbell the max record time per motion trigger is 30 seconds, just so you know. Regarding the power, I drilled a hole in the bricks of my house (in the mortar actually) to feed power to my Outdoor 4 cameras. One camera is directly under a soffit, so there’s no danger of rain getting in there where the power cord connects (but the cord I bought is weather sealed anyway, not a normal USB-C cord). The other camera is mounted under a third-party security camera cover to keep the sun from beating down on it all summer (it’s on a south wall) and to keep rain off it, just in case…because again, I decided to power this one by a cord that plugs into the back of the camera instead of using the batteries). The included mount is very nice and flexible. If you mount an Outdoor 4 camera under a white security camera cover like I did, you may need to paint the underside of that cover with flat black paint because at night (in my case) the infrared light reflected off the underside of the cover/shield I’m using over my outdoor 4 camera and that made the video made difficult to see clearly. Daylight videos were unaffected, it was just at night in low light when the IR light was active for video recording that was a problem with that aftermarket cover I bought.
Doorbell Camera: For the video doorbell the max record time per motion trigger is 30 seconds. Why, I don’t know. Technical limitations? The Outdoor 4 cameras can record 60 seconds of motion triggered video. The wireless signals for the doorbell camera seem to be a little weaker than the outdoor 4 cameras. One big disappointment is that the video doorbell camera can NOT be powered by your existing doorbell power wire. My old Skybell brand video doorbell CAN be powered by the doorbell wires, so it’s a bummer that Blink can’t do the same. You can connect your existing doorbell wires to trigger your indoor doorbell, so that’s good…but like I said, you can’t use that wire to power the video doorbell. I confirmed this with Blink tech support. I hope they have a new version in the future that is able to be powered solely by the doorbell power wires, but for now, I have to keep batteries in it. The video doorbell device has a weaker infrared (IR) light than the Outdoor 4 cameras and lesser quality video than the Outdoor 4 cameras, but overall, it’s good (especially during daylight hours). The included mount is very nice and easy to install.
Motion Triggering of Videos + Privacy: The settings/customization for when motion triggers video recording is very good. You have the option to block out as much of the scene as you need to to prevent unwanted triggering of video recordings, such an area of the scene where tree limbs often blow around or something like that. For privacy, you have the option to block out 2 custom size areas in the scene you select for privacy reasons so that area in the video is grayed out. The selected privacy area does not trigger when motion happens in that privacy section and also, when other sections in the scene that you allow to be seen trigger video, the video that's recorded has a gray box in the privacy section (all you see is a gray box). That's pretty powerful and useful, if you need it. Regarding motion triggered video recording in general, I've noticed the cameras can accidentally trigger (record) when it's really misty/foggy outside. If there's a lot of mist in the air floating by the motion sensor, it can trigger a recording. Just something to keep in mind because you may need to adjust the motion sensitivity and/or 'disarm' the cameras for a while until the mist clears because you may be getting lots of unwanted/accidental recordings. I have mine adjusted to the point where the cameras almost never accidentally record unless it's very misty outside, which isn't too often where I am.
Audio Quality: The microphones on the Outdoor 4 and video doorbell camera pick up sound very well. I can clearly hear anyone speaking. The closer they are, the better of course, but it's very good. The speaker volume for the cameras is very good as well. It's plenty loud and if anyone is nearby when you activate the camera and start speaking, they'll hear it clearly :-)
Blink App for Phone: The app you can download on your phone for managing the cameras/sync module is very nice and has plenty of options to configure/customize the cameras (motion settings, video quality, audio settings, check status, etc). The app is where you view your videos, but of course if you’re storing videos on the flash drive connected to the sync module, you can remove that flash drive and plug it in to your computer to see the video files there or make copies of the files for long-term storage…but of course you can also use the app to save a video file to your phone if you want to keep a copy of share it with someone, like the cops :-). I wish they had an app for Windows so I could view the cameras live and see saved videos on the sync module’s flash drive right from my computer, but at this point there’s no PC app. I think there used to be one?...but if there was, there isn’t one now (Feb 2024).
Price: I compared the price of this system and what it can do with other systems like Ring, Nest and Skybell and at this time, the price difference is significant, in my opinion. The Blink system (and what it offers even without a subscription) is better than the other systems I checked out.
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2024
Viewing/Storing Your Videos: During the trial subscription period when I could view my motion-triggered saved videos in the cloud, I noticed the videos load/play quicker than if you’re accessing the videos stored on the USB flash drive in the Sync Module 2. Anyway, not a big deal, but it’s a difference. You need to provide a USB flash drive to plug in to the Sync Module, but those are very cheap these days and a 128GB drive will give you TONS of storage for videos since the file size of the videos is not very big. Also, with the cloud subscription there’s a thumbnail for each video saved, which can be helpful in finding important videos if you’re trying to find one with people in it, rather than a video triggered by a dog. Without a subscription, there’s no thumbnail on the saved videos which you view in your app, and it takes several seconds for them to load/play in your app, but it’s bearable. The nice thing is, if you don’t have a subscription, the videos save to your flash drive/memory stick in the Sync Module 2 immediately after the recording is finished. If you have a subscription, the videos only download to your Sync Module’s USB flash drive once per day, at night (as I understand it).
Sync Module 2 & Wireless Signals to Wi-Fi & Cameras: The Sync Module is required for the cameras, but you get one of those if you buy a package, like I did. I bought the bundle that included two Outdoor 4 cameras, one video doorbell and the Sync Module 2. It’s important to know the Sync Module and the cameras have TWO wireless signals. One that needs to connect to your home (or business) 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network and one that is only for use by the Sync Module and cameras and that signal is a ‘Low-Frequency Radio’ (LFR) signal. It does not have 5GHz, but you don’t want that anyway because the 5GHz signal is weaker than 2.4GHz signal. The Sync Module is where you connect a USB flash drive (memory stick) to save your videos if you’re not paying for a subscription (and also for once-daily backups of your videos if you ARE paying for a subscription). PLACEMENT OF THE SYNC MODULE IS IMPORTANT! Remember, it has TWO signals. It needs to be placed in an area that has a good signal to your home/business Wi-Fi AND so that it also has a good signal to all your cameras (if you have them spread out in different areas around your home or outside your home). To give you some perspective, my house is a single-story ranch style house (around 1,700 sq ft) and I have a camera outside on each wall (each wall is brick). I was able to place the Sync Module and my Wi-Fi access point in the center of my house. Even in this central location, I have one camera (the video doorbell, about 38’ away from sync module and Wi-Fi access point) that has only 2 to 3 bars (out of 4) for the Wi-Fi connection but usually 4 bars for the Sync Module connection. Long story short, make sure you place the sync module, your Wi-Fi access point and the cameras so they all connect to each other with as strong a signal as possible for best performance/reliability. It worked out well for my house, especially since I have flexibility on where I can place my sync module and home Wi-Fi access point and the technical knowledge and tools to move it wherever I needed it.
Outdoor 4 Camera: The image quality/exposure for these cameras is very good. The nighttime IR (infrared) view is very good also (it will appear like black and white footage). The coverage of the IR light when it’s dark is also very good and has better coverage than I would have expected. I have motion-triggered flood lights outside my house anyway, so if my lights are triggered, the camera may not use IR because it sees enough light (at that point it will record normal video in color just like it does during daylight). I bought 25 ft long third-party USB-C cords with a power supply to use as the power source for my Outdoor 4 cameras so I never have to replace batteries and so I can view live video from the cameras as much as I want and also have the infrared light set to High without impacting battery life, because there are no batteries to worry about :-). I don’t know if it’s different WITH a subscription, but the longest period you can record when the camera is triggered by motion is 60 seconds. For the video doorbell the max record time per motion trigger is 30 seconds, just so you know. Regarding the power, I drilled a hole in the bricks of my house (in the mortar actually) to feed power to my Outdoor 4 cameras. One camera is directly under a soffit, so there’s no danger of rain getting in there where the power cord connects (but the cord I bought is weather sealed anyway, not a normal USB-C cord). The other camera is mounted under a third-party security camera cover to keep the sun from beating down on it all summer (it’s on a south wall) and to keep rain off it, just in case…because again, I decided to power this one by a cord that plugs into the back of the camera instead of using the batteries). The included mount is very nice and flexible. If you mount an Outdoor 4 camera under a white security camera cover like I did, you may need to paint the underside of that cover with flat black paint because at night (in my case) the infrared light reflected off the underside of the cover/shield I’m using over my outdoor 4 camera and that made the video made difficult to see clearly. Daylight videos were unaffected, it was just at night in low light when the IR light was active for video recording that was a problem with that aftermarket cover I bought.
Doorbell Camera: For the video doorbell the max record time per motion trigger is 30 seconds. Why, I don’t know. Technical limitations? The Outdoor 4 cameras can record 60 seconds of motion triggered video. The wireless signals for the doorbell camera seem to be a little weaker than the outdoor 4 cameras. One big disappointment is that the video doorbell camera can NOT be powered by your existing doorbell power wire. My old Skybell brand video doorbell CAN be powered by the doorbell wires, so it’s a bummer that Blink can’t do the same. You can connect your existing doorbell wires to trigger your indoor doorbell, so that’s good…but like I said, you can’t use that wire to power the video doorbell. I confirmed this with Blink tech support. I hope they have a new version in the future that is able to be powered solely by the doorbell power wires, but for now, I have to keep batteries in it. The video doorbell device has a weaker infrared (IR) light than the Outdoor 4 cameras and lesser quality video than the Outdoor 4 cameras, but overall, it’s good (especially during daylight hours). The included mount is very nice and easy to install.
Motion Triggering of Videos + Privacy: The settings/customization for when motion triggers video recording is very good. You have the option to block out as much of the scene as you need to to prevent unwanted triggering of video recordings, such an area of the scene where tree limbs often blow around or something like that. For privacy, you have the option to block out 2 custom size areas in the scene you select for privacy reasons so that area in the video is grayed out. The selected privacy area does not trigger when motion happens in that privacy section and also, when other sections in the scene that you allow to be seen trigger video, the video that's recorded has a gray box in the privacy section (all you see is a gray box). That's pretty powerful and useful, if you need it. Regarding motion triggered video recording in general, I've noticed the cameras can accidentally trigger (record) when it's really misty/foggy outside. If there's a lot of mist in the air floating by the motion sensor, it can trigger a recording. Just something to keep in mind because you may need to adjust the motion sensitivity and/or 'disarm' the cameras for a while until the mist clears because you may be getting lots of unwanted/accidental recordings. I have mine adjusted to the point where the cameras almost never accidentally record unless it's very misty outside, which isn't too often where I am.
Audio Quality: The microphones on the Outdoor 4 and video doorbell camera pick up sound very well. I can clearly hear anyone speaking. The closer they are, the better of course, but it's very good. The speaker volume for the cameras is very good as well. It's plenty loud and if anyone is nearby when you activate the camera and start speaking, they'll hear it clearly :-)
Blink App for Phone: The app you can download on your phone for managing the cameras/sync module is very nice and has plenty of options to configure/customize the cameras (motion settings, video quality, audio settings, check status, etc). The app is where you view your videos, but of course if you’re storing videos on the flash drive connected to the sync module, you can remove that flash drive and plug it in to your computer to see the video files there or make copies of the files for long-term storage…but of course you can also use the app to save a video file to your phone if you want to keep a copy of share it with someone, like the cops :-). I wish they had an app for Windows so I could view the cameras live and see saved videos on the sync module’s flash drive right from my computer, but at this point there’s no PC app. I think there used to be one?...but if there was, there isn’t one now (Feb 2024).
Price: I compared the price of this system and what it can do with other systems like Ring, Nest and Skybell and at this time, the price difference is significant, in my opinion. The Blink system (and what it offers even without a subscription) is better than the other systems I checked out.
There are really only three cons that I’ve found since setting it up. One is that it is indeed a couple seconds delayed as others have mentioned, but that hasn’t caused any problems whatsoever, just something I noticed. Second is the “person detection” feature is not accurate at all. When I have it turned on it triggers notifications every time my dog moves or a bird flys into the kennel, so if you’re going to put it in an area where that’s going to cause problems just be warned. Third, the battery life is horrific if you have the motion detection on or if you look at the live feed too often throughout the day. This is a problem that’s easily solved by getting a solar panel for it, I’ve been using it with the solar panel for about three months with no issues and no low battery notifications, but without the solar panel I was changing the batteries every 1.5-2 weeks which is not fun.
In all, even though there are a couple work arounds to make it perfect, this is a pretty low cost, easy to use and effective product if you’re in need of a wireless camera.
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2024
There are really only three cons that I’ve found since setting it up. One is that it is indeed a couple seconds delayed as others have mentioned, but that hasn’t caused any problems whatsoever, just something I noticed. Second is the “person detection” feature is not accurate at all. When I have it turned on it triggers notifications every time my dog moves or a bird flys into the kennel, so if you’re going to put it in an area where that’s going to cause problems just be warned. Third, the battery life is horrific if you have the motion detection on or if you look at the live feed too often throughout the day. This is a problem that’s easily solved by getting a solar panel for it, I’ve been using it with the solar panel for about three months with no issues and no low battery notifications, but without the solar panel I was changing the batteries every 1.5-2 weeks which is not fun.
In all, even though there are a couple work arounds to make it perfect, this is a pretty low cost, easy to use and effective product if you’re in need of a wireless camera.