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REOLINK Indoor Security Camera, 5MP Super HD Plug-in WiFi Camera with PTZ, Auto Tracking, Human/Pet AI, Ideal for Baby Monitor/Pet Camera/Home Security, Dual Band WiFi, Local Storage, E1 Zoom

Price: ~~$99.99~~ - $6.79

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Customers like the image quality of the security camera. They say the 5MP video clarity is excellent and amazing. They are also satisfied with value. However, some customers have reported connectivity issues and problems keeping a consistent connection to WiFi. Customers also are disappointed with sound quality. Opinions are mixed on quality, performance, ease of installation, and motion detection.

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212 customers mention182 positive30 negative

Customers like the image quality of the security camera. For example, they mention the picture quality is excellent, the 5MP video clarity is awesome, and the three levels of video quality transmission are impressive. Some customers also mention that the setup is easy and the video recordings are easy to playback or download to their phone.

"…yet, but I am initially optimistic, This camera has three levels of video quality transmission and has maintained signal integrity better than most…" –

"…Still, they are decent enough to capture faces and vehicles clearly…." –

"…The rest of the setup went fine, and we got a great video on the client both in the light and at night…." –

"…The clarity of this combination is very good and I am able to either see if his eyes are open from a cell phone or a reasonably sized window on my…" –

78 customers mention75 positive3 negative

Customers like the value of the security camera. They mention that it's worth the price for peace of mind, has a decent camera resolution for the price, and does not charge a monthly fee to function correctly.

"…In summation, they are simple to program and set up, reasonably priced and durable. I highly recommend them." –

"…There is a playback feature that works great. No subscription required. Just need a SD card for it…." –

"…Is works flawlessy. The clarity of it is amazing. Well worth the money. The app for these cameras work as well as the camera itself…." –

"Ok! SO – This Reolink E1 Zoom is excellent! It is totally worth the few extra dollars over the Reolink E1 Pro…." –

257 customers mention175 positive82 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the security camera. Some mention that it works great and with the phone they can watch the inside of their home, while others say that the app, like time-lapse, doesn't work and just fail. The product works with Home Assistant, TinyCam Monitor Pro, and its own phone app, and has web access. However, some customers say that they have issues with the app and the cameras wouldn't function with an SD card.

"…It has good weight without being heavy, feels solid and operates smoothly…." –

"…While everything is working good enough for baby monitoring so far after some tweaking of settings, it has taken some fiddling to get it to work…" –

"…The cameras would not function with an SD card, so Reolink assisted me with troubleshooting. Ultimately, we could not make them work properly…." –

"…Video active system works but I don't have it on as headlights from cars in the parking lot set it off as I've not adjusted the sensitivity just yet…" –

212 customers mention134 positive78 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of installation of the security camera. Some mention that it's easy to use if you use a smartphone, while others say that the controls are awkward and the instructions are confusing. The firmware is not user friendly, and the camera is quirky.

"…In summation, they are simple to program and set up, reasonably priced and durable. I highly recommend them." –

"…App is not Intuitive and has an Awkward Control InterfaceSetup can be Difficult, Having Poor or Vague Instructions…" –

"…that part is fine.The rest of the setup went fine, and we got a great video on the client both in the light and at night…." –

"System was easily installed in less than 15 minutes…." –

134 customers mention84 positive50 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the security camera. Some mention that it's excellent, while others say that it feels cheap, the image/video quality is horrendous, and the night-infrared videos are of low quality. They say that the software is not properly architected and that it wastes their money.

"The camera's build quality is significantly higher than most of the off-brand IP cameras sold on Amazon…." –

"…This camera accomplishes the task.I’m not impressed with the video quality. Sub par.I’m not impressed with the zoom feature…." –

"…they are simple to program and set up, reasonably priced and durable. I highly recommend them." –

"…Very nice system, and easy on the wallet" –

58 customers mention33 positive25 negative

Customers are mixed about the motion detection of the security camera. Some mention that it works through glass, follows movement automatically, and is highly programmable. However, others say that it is extremely flawed and doesn't work well at all. The motion notifications are fast and you can receive them via text and/or email. However some customers also say that the motion only snaps one picture.

"…Great Adaptable Resolution PictureGood 3X OPTICAL ZoomSmooth Movement (PTZ)…" –

"…There are no fine adjustments. Seems to move in 35° chunks left and right and about the same up and down, resulting in looking at largely the…" –

"…The motion detection is highly programmable, so be sure to dig down into the menus…." –

"…The motion detection is extremely flawed. It goes off for no reason…." –

112 customers mention26 positive86 negative

Customers have connectivity issues with the security camera. They mention that it never connects wirelessly to their WiFi network, and it has trouble keeping a consistent connection. The app is easy to use, but the WiFi connection is touch and go. Customers are also unable to bind the camera to the Cloud to record videos.

"…The client (desktop software) for windows is a NIGHTMARE. It won't connect, asks for a password that is non-existent…." –

"…was fabulous & I loved nearly everything about it, but never could connect it wirelessly to our…wifi…." –

"…fisheye with out the distortion, I was having an issue with the auto setup disconnecting , also I didn’t bye from Amazon purchased from reolink…" –

"…Both 2.4 & 5 Ghz CompatibleLong Range, Steady Signal on 2.4 Ghz Band…" –

62 customers mention17 positive45 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the sound quality of the security camera. They mention that the speaker isn't the best, the voice sounds high pitched, and the gimbal is a little noisy. The two-way audio sucks and can't adjust volume, and it may get scratching feedback or constant echoes.

"…; however, if you are in the same room and testing, the audio may get scratching feedback or constant echoes…." –

"…Also with two way, Xeoma does not support audio in the other direction, so have to fire up the Reolink app…." –

"…There’s a slight delay as expected but volume was clear on the E1 zoom and via the mic·…" –

"…I’m not impressed with the zoom feature. Difficult to use, noisy, and takes a long time to calibrate…." –

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DBOPD

A Step Up From The No-Name Cameras

Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2021

Color: WhiteVerified Purchase

The camera’s build quality is significantly higher than most of the off-brand IP cameras sold on Amazon. It has good weight without being heavy, feels solid and operates smoothly. I’ve only had it a very short while, so I can’t speak to longevity issues yet, but I am initially optimistic, This camera has three levels of video quality transmission and has maintained signal integrity better than most other cameras I’ve tried. I have it set on my 2.4 Ghz band and it can send/receive reliably 100 feet and several walls away from my router. Unlike many other off-brands sold here, Reolink encrypts their cameras, so you are not open to anyone in the world to easily sneak peek or hack.
As others have stated in their reviews, setup can be tricky if you don’t follow the instructions to the letter. I would suggest setting up a Reolink account (in addition to downloading their app) BEFORE attempting any setup. It will make the process easier.
Please understand that this Reolink does not play well with some VPN’s. If you frequently use a VPN, you may find that you’ll have to pause it to complete the camera installation and/or view it live in the Reolink app. During the installation process, you should set your phone to the same band/network you want your camera on. I like the 2.4 Ghz band for its extra range. I believe this camera uses the 80211-n protocol and if you have an 80211-ac or ax router, it might slow down your router if you choose to use use the 5Ghz band.
Unlike some reviewers stated here, my setup does fine on the 2.4 Ghz band and I can assure you that you DON’T have to be on the same network to view the camera once installation is completed.
The app itself can be difficult to navigate at times with a few submenus. App controls use a virtual D-pad to PTZ and it is not as fast as other app’s swipe controls.
Inexplicably, the microSD slot and pinhole reset button are not accessible unless the camera is pointing as far up as it will go. If you have trouble setting this camera up, the reset button will be hidden out of sight (and the instructions may tell you to reset the camera WITHOUT clearly telling you where the reset is). On a related matter, there is a pinhole right below the lens and status light. That is the un-labled microphone hole. If you mistake that pinhole for the reset pinhole much further down on the the ball, you may mistakenly push the reset tool into your microphone, thereby damaging your camera’s mike. Please don’t ask how I found that particular fact out…

PROS:
Great Adaptable Resolution Picture
Good 3X OPTICAL Zoom
Smooth Movement (PTZ)
Optically Adjustable Focus (manual & auto) can be helpful if looking through a screened window
Encrypted Secure Communications
Both 2.4 & 5 Ghz Compatible
Long Range, Steady Signal on 2.4 Ghz Band
Good Night Vision, (IR can be disabled for window installation)

CONS:
App is not Intuitive and has an Awkward Control Interface
Setup can be Difficult, Having Poor or Vague Instructions
The Location of the Reset Pinhole and Micro-SD Slot (are difficult to access and are not well covered in the instructions)

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D. Ross

Great Cameras, First Rate Service

Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2023

Color: WhiteVerified Purchase

I have approximately 20 of these cameras and some outdoor versions as well. A couple of years ago, I purchased several for another property. The cameras would not function with an SD card, so Reolink assisted me with troubleshooting. Ultimately, we could not make them work properly. I have three properties which I monitor, one of which houses a fire company. Despite some cameras running out of warranty due to logistics (1500 miles between them), Reolink honored their warranty as they maintained a record of the issues and replaced all of them with new.

My cams are mostly wifi, although I do have some hard wired. Your reception will be dictated by the overall strength of your system and load demand placed upon it. Some of my cameras are set on a low resolution due to the sheer traffic I have on my wifi. Still, they are decent enough to capture faces and vehicles clearly. On a higher resolution they obviously function even better, particularly for reading license plates. The motion detection is highly programmable, so be sure to dig down into the menus.

In summation, they are simple to program and set up, reasonably priced and durable. I highly recommend them.

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Dave in Phoenix

Adventures in setting up was a mess but quality very good

Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2023

Color: BlackVerified Purchase

Adventures in setting up was a mess, but while I am still learning stuff, the picture is excellent. But the tiny booklet is worthless in how to set up, although the website has lots of info but has to look at scads of articles.

I have used Dropcam for many years, which can access via Internet site. I have a Gigiblast fast Internet service. I rarely use a smartphone other than for mapping when traveling; I can not type on those tiny keys. I have six 28″ monitors in front of me at my home office, and when I travel, I pack a full Logitech keyboard with a laptop. I use the camera for my large home office security, especially when traveling.

I spent days researching and reading reviews wanting when traveling to view from a PC or Laptop. So decided on this Reolink E1 Zoom, and then the excitement (confusion) to set up began,

The quick start guide started me on a many-hour journey to figure out.

First, it says to mount the camera. Ah… isn’t that like getting the cart before the horse or whatever that expression is. No, let me coddle the little guy on my desk, so I can do whatever has to be done without trying to work on it mounted (which will be on a cabinet top)

Starting with downloading and launching App OR Client software. I am a nerd and read that it is either, not both. So I got the client, and, of course, I was totally lost. So I went to the app store on my PC, and it indicated it was not available on “other” devices. OK, I dug out my smartphone and found I am still trying to figure out why I already had the app. But I couldn’t find the cute little guy (aka camera). Well, you have to plug it in!

I had read/scanned all the reviews and remembered something about not using the little thing on the bottom to plug in since it was the tiny mic, so I could destroy it if you thought that was where you plug in power. But OK, the picture shows it’s a power port. So plug it in, and some women started screaming at me in many languages; that startled me, and I didn’t catch what the English said. OK, something works.

Unless I am blind, nothing in the little guide says anything about the Ethernet connection. Now I go back to OS/2 days before the Windows GUI (dos screen) and back to old card readers – you know, IBM punch cards – yes, I am old.

I have a MAZE router system. All the Ethernet ports are full, as are my six ports on a switch. I have MOCA for TIVO, two for NAS, and a printer, and I don’t know what else since it’s a mess and set up years ago and just works.

OK, pull one of the NAS connections and find a spare cable – hopefully, the yellow one works, or is that a “patch” cable… well let’s try it vs. some 30-foot ones! This part goes smoothly, besides turning the big Orbi router upside down and getting my magnifier to read the tiny printed password. OK, set up pw for the camera, etc.; that part is fine.

The rest of the setup went fine, and we got a great video on the client both in the light and at night. Beware; however, if you are in the same room and testing, the audio may get scratching feedback or constant echoes.

Now the microSDXC SanDisk 256k. The first challenge is the human-proof security packaging. I made multiple attempts with a knife, scissors, and willpower just to tear open the plastic security wrapping just to get it and the readout of the package.

I recalled from the research you have to point the guy all the way up to get to the tiny port. OK, little guy, open WIDE… barely clears the tiny opening. After a few failed attempts and finding a video watching at a slow speed to be sure I was putting it in the right with almost no clearance when it closed its mouth, I think it is in! I hope I never have to get it out!

Now the guy tells me that it has to be formatted. Look all over the client app setting until you give up and find instructions and videos on the website. I must dig out my smartphone again since I have to use the app. Once found from all the zillions of articles in the support part of the web, the video and directions gave good directions. This is after I searched the client’s 66-page online manual and found nothing on how to format the disk.

I still must learn some options and settings, but it now seems excellent. It would have saved many hours of frustration for us that are not camera geek’s if some of this was in a well-organized, one-place how set of instructions.

Hopefully, this review might help others as inexperienced with the camera setup as I was.

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5MP SUPER HD & STUNNING NIGHT VISION: Featuring 5MP Super HD & 3X optical zoom, the indoor security camera captures every detail clearly and allows you to zoom in to see the details you care most. Built-in IR LEDs can help to bring excellent night vision up to 40ft.
AUTOMATIC PERSON/PET TRACKING: This auto-tracking PTZ camera can distinguish humans and pets from other objects and follow them to let you see their entire movements. Perfect for baby or pet monitoring.
EASY SETUP & FLEXIBLE STORAGE: Power on the E1 Zoom and set it up in minutes with an Ethernet cable or WiFi connection. It supports up to 256GB microSD card storage, high capacity NVR and FTP server. Store your data locally, no monthly fee required.
TWO-WAY TALK & SMART HOME SUPPORTED: You can hear and speak to your family in real time via mic and speaker. In addition, you can control this 5ghz pet camera with voice command as it works with smart home devices.
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