Akaso Brave 4
Score: 74/100
AviaryEye Mini Body Camera
Score: 73/100Rankings
The AKASO Brave 4 is a budget-friendly action camera delivering 4K30fps video, 20MP stills and solid electronic stabilization. Its trade-offs include limited battery life, modest low-light capability and a 64 GB SD card ceiling. Ideal for beginners, vloggers and casual adventurers who value price and accessories over pro-grade features.
AviaryEye's A18 Mini Body Camera is an ultra-light 1080P recorder with 120° lens and 15 ft night-vision, providing up to 5 hours of capture. It lacks water resistance and Wi-Fi, limiting outdoor and remote use. Best for indoor, low-profile recording where weight is critical.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1.5 hoursbest | — | |
20 MPbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 159 g | 13.61 gbest |
170 °best | 120 ° | |
30 fpsbest | 30 fpsbest | |
1,050 mAhbest | 1,000 mAh | |
— | 64 GBbest | |
30 mbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Storage(1) | ||
Maximum Supported SD Card (GB) | 64 GB | 128 GB |
Camera(2) | ||
Video Resolution | 4K@30fps | 1920x1080 |
Field of View (°) | 170 ° | 120 ° |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 1.5 hours | 3-5 hours |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 1050 mAh | 1000 mAh |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 159 g | 13.61 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 22.99×40.00×58.99 mm | 88.9x30.48x30.48 mm mm |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi | true | false |
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Professional reviewers and editors consider the Brave 4 a capable entry-level action camera, praising its reliable 4K capture, strong electronic stabilization, and versatile shooting modes, while noting the limited 24-30fps ceiling in 4K, weak dynamic range in lower resolutions, and absence of GPS as notable drawbacks for more demanding applications.
Everyday users consistently highlight the camera's great value, sharp stills, and the convenience of the included accessories and Wi-Fi sharing, but they also frequently mention short battery life, occasional overheating, subpar low-light performance, and audio issues as recurring pain points.
Professional coverage is limited but generally positive: reviewers commend the AviaryEye A18's feather-light build, wide-angle lens, loop recording and night-vision capabilities, while noting the lack of Wi-Fi, app support and water-resistance as notable shortcomings compared to higher-end models.
Everyday users consistently praise the camera's miniature size, ease of one-button operation, and ample built-in storage, describing it as barely noticeable and ideal for casual recording. Complaints are sparse, with occasional mentions of battery variability and the desire for waterproofing.
“Excellent value, sharp pictures for kids/family use, plentiful accessories, easy WiFi sharing, and steady EIS for biking/helmet cams”
“really small, hardly noticeable”
“easy one-button recording”
