This Wired Blink Floodlight Camera Is Currently 50% Off.
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Floodlight cameras typically cost far more than the average buyer is willing to spend, but the Blink wired floodlight camera has quietly dropped to a price that’s hard to ignore when starting or expanding a home security system. It’s now $49.99 on Amazon (regular price: $99.99), its lowest price ever, according to price trackers .
This wired security camera features bright dual LED floodlights, a loud siren, and the ability to record crisp 1080p video. The LEDs produce a combined 2,600 lumens—enough to illuminate a driveway or backyard—and also provide color night vision. This means you won’t have to watch blurry, gray footage when the motion sensor is triggered after dark.
The performance is impressive, and not just because of its brightness. The camera has a wide 143-degree field of view, motion alerts are almost instantaneous, and daytime footage displays accurate color and detail. At night, black-and-white video appears sharp at a distance of about 30 feet, and color video with the floodlight turned on is quite viewable, even if the tones are a bit washed out compared to daytime footage, according to this PCMag review . The Blink app lets you view the live stream, turn lights on and off, save recordings, and use two-way communication. There’s also a built-in 105 dB siren, loud enough to deter intruders or attract the attention of neighbors.
The problem is that not all the program’s features are free: without a subscription , you’re limited to live viewing and motion alerts. The basic plan, at $3 per month, includes 60 days of video recording, people detection, photo capture, and longer live streams. For multiple cameras, the Plus plan, at $10 per month, offers the same benefits, plus an extended warranty and discounts on future Blink equipment.
If you’d prefer to forgo the subscription, Blink sells the Sync Module 2 hub for around $50. Connect it to a USB drive, and you can save video locally. Like most Blink products, it supports Alexa and IFTTT, so you can connect it to apps and other devices, but it lacks compatibility with Google Assistant and Apple HomeKit. Installation is easy if you’re familiar with wiring outdoor lights, and Blink includes the necessary screws, nuts, and guides. Otherwise, it’s safer to hire an electrician. Overall, this is one of the most affordable ways to install a floodlight camera in your home.