Amcrest ProHD 1080P WiFi
Score: 73/100
Blink Mini Pan-Tilt
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Camera offers affordable indoor monitoring with motorized 350° × 125° coverage, 1080p video and two-way audio. Its drawbacks include a required subscription, lack of 5 GHz Wi-Fi and no battery operation. Ideal for renters or small-room owners who want Alexa-controlled pan-tilt without wiring.
The Amcrest ProHD 1080P indoor camera provides full HD video, pan/tilt control and Ethernet connectivity for reliable wired operation. Its drawbacks are outdated Wi-Fi, limited local storage and lack of AI features. Suited for budget-conscious users needing basic indoor surveillance with wired reliability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2 MPbest | 2 MPbest | |
90 degrees | 110 degreesbest | |
10 metersbest | 7 meters | |
30 fpsbest | 30 fpsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 7.5 W | 5 Wbest |
32 GBbest | — | |
— | 350 degreesbest | |
— | 125 degreesbest |
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Camera(2) | ||
Field of View (Horizontal) (degrees) | 90 degrees | 110 degrees |
Night Vision Range (meters) | 10 meters | 7.0 meters |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11b/g | 802.11g/n |
Ethernet Port | true | false |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 7.5 W | 5 W |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.227 kg | 0.0499 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 305x254x203 mm | 36.07x49.02x50.04 mm |
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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pan/tilt control, and two‑way audio are praised for delivering essential security features at a low price, but the outdated Wi‑Fi standard and lack of PoE are seen as significant drawbacks for users with modern network setups.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 praise the Blink Mini Pan-Tilt as a value-driven entry-level camera that delivers 360° coverage, clear 1080p video even in low light, and seamless Alexa integration, making it ideal for pet and child monitoring. However, they note its reliance on a paid cloud subscription, lack of 5 GHz Wi-Fi, indoor-only design, and occasional app connectivity issues as drawbacks compared to competitors.
Everyday users appreciate the camera's quick plug-in setup, sharp video quality, responsive pan-tilt and two-way talk, especially for monitoring pets, babies and home entryways via Alexa. Common complaints revolve around Wi-Fi instability, the need for a subscription to store recordings, overly sensitive motion alerts, and occasional app glitches on older devices.
