Wyze Cam Pan v3
Score: 76/100
Wansview Indoor Security Camera
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Wyze Cam Pan v3 is an affordable 1080p pan-tilt camera with 360° × 180° coverage, IP65 weatherproofing and color night vision. Its main trade-offs are the lack of 5 GHz Wi-Fi and a 1080p ceiling, which can limit performance in busy networks. Best suited for budget-conscious homeowners who need wide-area indoor/outdoor monitoring.
The Wansview Q5 indoor camera offers 1080P video, extensive 320° pan and 80° tilt, and two-way audio with Alexa support. Its 2.4 GHz-only Wi-Fi and indoor-only design limit placement options and network performance. Perfect for budget-conscious households monitoring rooms or nurseries.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2 MP | 5 MPbest | |
120 degrees | 125 degreesbest | |
9 metersbest | 8 meters | |
20 fpsbest | — | |
256 GBbest | 128 GB | |
360 degreesbest | 320 degrees | |
180 degreesbest | 80 degrees | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.32 kgbest | 0.357 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Camera(3) | ||
Resolution (MP) | 2 MP | 5 MP |
Field of View (Horizontal) (degrees) | 120 degrees | 125 degrees |
Night Vision Range (meters) | 9 meters | 8 meters |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11b/g/n | 2.4GHz |
Storage(1) | ||
Local Storage Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 128 GB |
Controls(2) | ||
Pan Range (degrees) | 360 degrees | 320 degrees |
Tilt Range (degrees) | 180 degrees | 80 degrees |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.32 kg | 0.357 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 124x60x63 mm | 3.99×2.83×2.83 inches mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the Wyze Cam Pan v3 for delivering affordable pan-tilt functionality with full 360°/180° coverage, solid IP65 weatherproofing, and surprisingly good color night vision, calling it a compact "pot-bellied little pan-and-tilt wonder." However, they note its 1080p ceiling, lack of 5 GHz Wi-Fi, and reduced night-time frame rate as drawbacks that keep it from competing with higher-resolution, dual-band alternatives.
Everyday users love the camera's wide pan/tilt range for tracking pets and kids, the weather-proof design for outdoor spots, and the clear video with two-way audio for remote check-ins. Common frustrations revolve around Wi-Fi dropouts on crowded 2.4 GHz bands, fuzzy digital zoom, occasional app glitches, and the need for an extra power adapter for outdoor use.
“Easy WiFi setup via QR code”
Professional reviewers are scarce for the Q5; a YouTube unboxing notes the camera's easy QR-code Wi-Fi setup and cloud transmission but does not provide detailed performance testing, positioning the Q5 as a reliable budget option with solid 1080P and PTZ features.
Everyday users appreciate the included wall mount, the ability to disable audio for privacy, and the simple QR-code setup, while frequently questioning the 2.4 GHz-only Wi-Fi limitation and noting the indoor-only design as a constraint.
