Blink Mini
Score: 73/100
YI Pro 2K Home Security Camera
Score: 78/100Rankings
The YI Pro 2K Home Security Camera delivers crisp 2K video at 30 fps, a 111° field of view and AI-driven human/vehicle detection for indoor monitoring, making it a solid choice for rooms and small spaces. Its drawbacks are the lack of PTZ, reliance on a 2.4 GHz network and a subscription to unlock full AI and cloud features. Best suited for budget-conscious homeowners needing high-resolution indoor surveillance with smart alerts.
The Blink Mini is a compact indoor camera delivering 1080p video, a 110° view and two-way audio. Its main trade-offs are a required subscription for cloud storage and limited outdoor capability. Best suited for renters or apartment dwellers seeking an easy plug-in solution.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2 MP | 3 MPbest | |
110 degrees | 111 degreesbest | |
6.1 meters | 15 metersbest | |
30 fpsbest | 30 fpsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 W | 3.5 Wbest |
— | 128 GBbest | |
17.5 °Cbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.048 kgbest | 0.135 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Camera(3) | ||
Resolution (MP) | 2 MP | 3 MP |
Field of View (Horizontal) (degrees) | 110 degrees | 111 degrees |
Night Vision Range (meters) | 6.1 meters | 15 meters |
Features(1) | ||
AI Detection | false | true |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 2.4 GHz | 802.11b/g/n |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Power Type | USB | Plug-in |
Power Consumption (W) | 5 W | 3.5 W |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.048 kg | 0.135 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 48x48x34 mm | 114mm x 80mm x 32mm mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Blink Mini for its straightforward app, easy plug-in installation, reliable 1080p video, smooth frame rates, and effective motion tracking, noting it offers solid value for basic indoor security. However, they also point out drawbacks such as grainy video on weak Wi-Fi, lack of continuous live view, the necessity of a subscription for advanced features, and a build quality that falls short of premium competitors like Ring.
Everyday users love the quick setup, sharp day and night video, dependable motion alerts, two-way talk, and Alexa integration, but many are disappointed by the subscription requirement, Wi-Fi-related video issues, mediocre audio, and the fact that the camera cannot be used outdoors or with a battery.
“Effortless setup, sharp 1080p day/night video, reliable motion alerts without excessive false triggers, and useful two-way talk for pets/kids”
Professional reviewers consider the YI Pro 2K a solid entry-level indoor camera, praising its 2K clarity, reliable night vision, and robust app features such as home/away modes. They note the build quality is comparable to earlier Yi models and appreciate the AI human detection that reduces false alerts. However, they criticize the fiddly setup, the absence of dual-band Wi-Fi, and the need for a subscription to unlock advanced AI and cloud storage.
Everyday users love the clear 2K image, easy Wi-Fi pairing, and the pan/tilt capability for monitoring pets and babies. Two-way audio and the unobtrusive design receive frequent compliments. Recurring complaints focus on a tricky initial setup, the requirement of a subscription for full AI features, and occasional connectivity hiccups on crowded 2.4 GHz networks.
