YI Pro 2K Home Security Camera
Score: 78/100
Wyze Cam v4
Score: 82/100Rankings
Wyze Cam v4 offers 2.5K QHD video, color night vision, Edge AI and a loud siren in an IP65-rated, Wi-Fi 6 enabled package. It is limited by its wired power requirement and need for a subscription for full AI capabilities. Great for budget-focused users seeking high-resolution indoor/outdoor monitoring.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
3 MPbest | 2.5 MP | |
111 degreesbest | 98.5 degrees | |
15 metersbest | — | |
30 fpsbest | 20 fps | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.5 Wbest | — |
128 GB | 512 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.135 kgbest | 0.222 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Camera(3) | ||
Resolution (MP) | 3 MP | 2.5 MP |
Field of View (Horizontal) (degrees) | 111 degrees | 98.5 degrees |
Frame Rate (fps) | 30 fps | 20 fps |
Features(1) | ||
Video Compression | H.264 | |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11b/g/n | Wi-Fi 6 |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Type | Plug-in | AC |
Storage(1) | ||
Local Storage Capacity (GB) | 128 GB | 512 GB |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.135 kg | 0.222 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 114mm x 80mm x 32mm mm | 58.42x50.8x50.8 mm |
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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.
“crystal-clear 2.5K daytime/night video”
Professional reviewers hail the Wyze Cam v4 as the top budget security camera, emphasizing its 2.5K QHD clarity, vibrant WDR colors, and advanced AI features like Smart Focus tracking. They also commend the addition of Wi-Fi 6 and a powerful siren, while noting the lack of battery power and the need for a subscription for full AI capabilities.
Everyday users love the crystal-clear 2.5K video, easy Bluetooth setup, reliable color night vision, and the loud siren, reporting stronger range and AI accuracy than earlier models. Common complaints revolve around the mandatory wired power, occasional app lag, subscription costs for AI/cloud, and some pixelation at maximum zoom.
