Amcrest IP2M-841B
Score: 65/100
Blink Wired Floodlight
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Blink Wired Floodlight Camera offers a budget-friendly hardwired solution with bright 2600-lumen floodlights and a built-in siren. While it provides reliable motion detection and Alexa integration, its 1080p resolution and 60-second clip limit are notable drawbacks. It is best suited for users seeking affordable perimeter lighting and basic security monitoring.
The Amcrest ProHD is an entry-level indoor pan/tilt camera offering 1080p video and basic security features. It provides multiple storage options and two-way audio but is limited by its legacy WiFi standard. It is best suited for budget-conscious users needing simple indoor monitoring in environments with less congested 2.4GHz networks.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
90 degrees | 143 degreesbest | |
32 feetbest | — | |
30 fpsbest | 30 fpsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.2 f-stopbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
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Power & Battery(1) | ||
Power Source | Wired | Hardwired |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi-Fi Standard | 2.4GHz | 802.11n |
Video & Optics(2) | ||
Field of View (degrees) | 90 degrees | 143 degrees |
Night Vision Range (feet) | 32 feet | true feet |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers view the Amcrest ProHD 1080P WiFi camera as a solid entry-level indoor surveillance solution. Its 1080p video quality, pan/tilt control, and two-way audio are praised for delivering essential security features at a low price, but the outdated Wi-Fi standard and lack of PoE are seen as significant drawbacks for users with modern network setups.
Professional reviewers consider the Blink Wired Floodlight Camera a solid budget-friendly wired option, emphasizing its bright 2600-lumens lighting, easy installation, and strong Alexa integration. While they appreciate the clear 1080p video and reliable motion detection, they note drawbacks such as the 60-second clip limit and the necessity of a subscription for advanced features and higher-resolution AI detection.
“Clear image quality, strong light, and reliable motion detection. Easy setup and perfect for keeping my home safe at night.”
“nobody else can do anything with the system until that person is done”
Everyday users generally praise the camera's clear video quality, powerful illumination, reliable motion alerts, and straightforward hardwired setup. Common complaints revolve around the subscription requirement for premium features, the single-user live view limitation, and the short 60-second clip duration, which some feel undermines the benefit of continuous power.
