Reolink Argus PT with Solar Panel Review | Wireless Solar Powered Security Camera Review | NO WIRING

[@jrbees929]

Needed to see a decent review before I bit the bullet. Amazon Prime Day is selling for $127.99 (with time running out) so I'm reviewing as much as possible. Good to know the solar charger actually _does_ work and that it survived Winter. I have cold/snowy Winters so was concerned with that possible issue. Thanks for the review!

[@3411HeavenMedia]

You're welcome! Best of luck - if you end up pulling the trigger let us know how you like it!

[@juniorthomas6404]

How is the camera holding up?

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Not only will it make your home secure, but it also makes it easier to mess with your roommates :) and to know when your Amazon package comes!

[@Robert-zm5rx]

What kind of metal mounting bracket do I need for the camera? I tried looking for one but couldn't find one. Link? Thanks!

[@russdoesstuff]

Sub'd Keep'em coming.

[@VasilVasilevd]

I own this camera but will not recommend it. The battery cannot be charged enough during the winter days and you cannot replace the battery because is not replaceable. After a week testings and checks by Reolink remote support and some negotiations they finally agree to replace the camera but on my own post expenses. They are around more than half of the price of the camera. I will definitely not recommend this camera at all. Look at their other models or better other brand.

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Interesting, I assume you have experimented with solar panel placement? I have never had an issue with charging.

[@BoldsRescue]

nice

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Well thank you! Don't forget to subscribe and join the 3411 Heaven Fam! We would love to have you :)

[@cva6238]

This guy never updated all the concerns he had when he made the video over 3 years ago. Lousy review.

[@9stein]

How did the cam survive the winter? What can you tell me

[@ocean1233]

SOLD!!!!!😊

[@dandozier987]

I'm looking for a camera I can mount to or close to a bird feeder and link to my wife's PC. She loves bird watching. Will this camera or do you know of one that will link to her pc. She does not see very well and needs to view on her pc screen. Any help would be appreciated.

[@nathanieldemeritte1060]

Looks like a great product. What type of batteries are used and how many?

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Battery is built in!

[@askyourdad4248]

I bought one of these cameras and sent it back for a refund, as despite it being only 12 feet away from my Netgear ORBI RBK50 mesh Wi-Fi router (which has a 4,000 square feet range) it kept on dropping out and would intermittently stream or fail to connect altogether whenever I tried to access it via the app or my PC. Incidentally, I have 2 other Ring cameras in my garden, sited further away than where I mounted this device, and they work perfectly. So, my advice would be to avoid this camera altogether, unless you plan on sticking it to the side of your wireless router where you may have some chance of it actually working properly. totally useless!

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Interesting you had that experience does your router have separate 2.4 and 5.0 bands that show up on your phone or does it only show up as one?

[@3411HeavenMedia]

I ask because, if it only has one I’m wondering if the camera gets defaulted or has problems switching to the 2.4 (which it’s only compatible with). Ironically, it would make this easier if you are far away since 5.0 doesn’t travel as far. All just a theory though so I could be totally wrong lol

[@askyourdad4248]

@@3411HeavenMedia Both. I have also tried disabling the 5ghz band and forcing 2.4ghz but to no avail. I could also comment that the solar panel fails to keep the battery charged and is underpowered. So, Unless you live in Death Valley, this will also be useless for you. As I said, I had enough of it and sent it back for a refund in the end.

[@usascottwright]

Does the pan and tilt automatically track the motion object?

[@3411HeavenMedia]

No it doesn’t, I wouldn’t be surprised if that came out in a later version.

[@cr8tivejuices899]

So, its only been 2 months since your original post. How's it holding up in the freezing tundra up there???

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Still functioning as expected! I love how it notifies me of motion/when my packages arrive. Battery is still staying topped off too.

[@georgetech380]

Hi 2 questions Do i have to subscribe to enything and pay monthly if I buy this camera ? Or the reolink App is it free? Where it saves the videos ? Thanks

[@103Catherine]

do u need alexa or google assist

[@skyeltz50]

Can’t you save video straight to Reolink’s NVR over WiFi…..

[@ikaikacorpus5827]

how would you compare this to the Ring security cams? Which is better?

[@3411HeavenMedia]

I haven’t owned a ring myself so I can’t give you a good comparison. For the cost, I think this is a good deal.

[@JimEstep12071]

Ok, It's been 2 years, has the plastic camera base made it through the winters?

[@kint5ugee]

Ariolink?

[@michaelupsala420]

I have a reolink solar panel but it doesn't seem to be charging. Is there some sort of activation switch?

[@3411HeavenMedia]

No switch that I can recall, do you have it in an area with good lighting?

[@michaelupsala420]

it seems to be charging now. How long does it take to fully recharge the battery in sunlight for you?

[@romeoblackchild]

Is there motion sensing tracking? By that I mean if it detects motion in the corner dies it automatically pan/tilt over to have the object in the center of camera. And then track it across the camera range of motion? Like if a cat were to come into frame and walk across it.

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Hmm I don’t believe it does... I might have to check around in the settings. I feel like they would have highlighted that if it was a feature

[@romeoblackchild]

@@3411HeavenMedia copy thanks

[@careybrown3083]

Question, if this camera is mounted covering the area around you front door, is there then no need for a door bell camera? What if any benefits would there be to have both?

[@toneman8478]

The one thing you didn't show was how the camera pans

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Good call! It is a little delayed while on a cellular connection, but overall the PTZ is pretty responsive. Don't forget to subscribe and join the 3411 Heaven Fam!

[@mengvue3786]

Great vid! I was wondering, are you able to connect multiple cameras to the same app? Or would you need a nvr?

[@tplus3017]

Does it have auto tracking? Apologies if you mentioned it in your video.

[@adamlee4792]

this camera is so great

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Amen! It is a super good value!

[@ellydavis2066]

Is this a shilling video? Sounds like it's been sponsored - paid for or kit supplied? I'm only interested because I'm wanting to buy a system for my home.

[@3411HeavenMedia]

It was supplied but the opinions hold true. I use this on my own house and it has been great. Any other questions I can answer?

[@3411HeavenMedia]

I should clarify more too. No payment provided for the video and they can’t edit what we say in the review.

[@ellydavis2066]

@@3411HeavenMedia Nope. I've just bought two, couple mins ago:) Thanks for the review, it helped.

[@ellydavis2066]

@@3411HeavenMedia Yes, there is a Q actually. What is the biggest card you can put in it? 128gb? I'm browsing Amazon & there are some good deals.

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Glad to hear! Let us know what you think when you get them :) I’m actually installing their Argus 2 model at my parents today for Thanksgiving!

[@juniorthomas6404]

How is the camera still holding up? I want to purchase it

[@Chuppakabras]

Hi there. I've been in the market for one of these PTZ cameras and found your video most informative. I know you said it offers free cloud storage. My question to you is, do you mean as in a free trial limited time based period or otherwise?

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Glad you enjoyed it! You just have to keep renewing the free trial every 30 days and so far I have just done that every month. This does only allow you to store videos from one camera, so if want multiple you'll have to upgrae.

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already :)

[@Chuppakabras]

@@3411HeavenMedia Thank you very much. 😊👍

[@3411HeavenMedia]

@@Chuppakabras You are welcome! Have a great day!

[@adrianjuarez9865]

How is the batt life? How it did go through very hot summer?

[@gaelewis6623]

Want to use on my deer leases what you think about that?

[@leny7829]

Does this have a spotlight that you can turn on/off?

[@3411HeavenMedia]

No spot light just the IR for the night vision... It does have an indicator light to show that it is on.

[@leny7829]

@@3411HeavenMedia Thanks for replying and for great review. Would b nice if there was a spotlight but still considering purchasing this budget security camera.

[@3411HeavenMedia]

@@leny7829 yea that would be a nice feature... I do have to say though that the night vision is much better than I thought it would be! Let us know if you end up purchasing one!

[@dilajaf]

Hi. Can this camera be connected to Wi-Fi through mobile Hotspot?

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Sure!

[@dilajaf]

@@3411HeavenMedia Could you explain how, please? as i am struggling to connect the camera to my mobile Hotspot (Reolink App).

[@dilajaf]

I do not have WiFi at home. I only have my mobile Hotspot.

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Do you have another phone? Perhaps it is necessary to have two phones to set it up. One for the hotspot, and one to use the app to set up the camera. Connect the second phone to the hotspot and then continue the setup.

[@luclaflamme5169]

I do like your description of the product, but could you tell me if we could see it on computer or house TV also instead of cell phone

[@3411HeavenMedia]

You can see it on a computer, but you can’t use the PTZ. I would get a tablet if you need to monitor 24/7

[@103Catherine]

is there only 1 camera to the kit

[@travvy01]

Looks like a decent value

[@MRGMM]

watch this at 1.25 speed

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Lol you’re not wrong, don’t forget to subscribe and join the 3411 Heaven Fam!

[@gaelewis6623]

Dose it work with at&t

[@TahjayJames]

What is the WiFi range

[@greatlivebroadcasts3660]

Not a bad price!

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Surprisingly cheap!

[@dopey3511]

How did it do with the winter?! About to purchase and i live in Utah

[@3411HeavenMedia]

It lasted the winter fine. It functioned the whole time and never ran out of battery. Let us know if you pick one up! Don’t forget to subscribe and join the 3411 Heaven Fam!

[@RobertoGarcia-tf4he]

Hello my friend. Great video. I have quick question for you. Do you know if the solar panel can be under rain? Meaning it will work during rainy days and afterwards? Thanks in advance!

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Hi Roberto, it can! We've used it in rain and snow ourselves :)

[@RobertoGarcia-tf4he]

@@3411HeavenMedia good to know! Thank you!

[@3411HeavenMedia]

You're welcome!

[@CyberFleamarket]

Does the PTZ feature let you program it to patrol or move in a pattern??

[@3411HeavenMedia]

No, it does not. Don't forget to subscribe and join the 3411 Heaven Fam!

[@gaelewis6623]

What's the link for that price?

[@3411HeavenMedia]

geni.us/6lO1OuD (affiliate)

[@lccountry9768]

So do you need WiFi for this?

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Yes you do! Don’t forget to subscribe and join the 3411 Heaven Fam :)

[@smm9030]

Can you do continues view??/

[@3411HeavenMedia]

What do you mean?

[@smm9030]

for example Ring wifi camaras when viewing through the app will stop after a 1 min or so. Cameras connected to and NVR I can just put up on my screen from the app and watch all day (continues viewing). Does Argos PT do that continues viewing??

[@Ronick-Q-46]

Does it work on a pc windows 10

[@3411HeavenMedia]

I'm pretty sure it only works through the app and not a web interface

[@Ronick-Q-46]

@@3411HeavenMedia Thanks for that, I did mean to ask how long is the cable between the cam and solar panel, because I need to have it on the other side of the house for the best sunlight, plus can you tilt the panel itself,

[@R3DB3ARD92]

"Ree-O-Link"

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Hehe

[@josephpuchel6497]

Hey it’s a setup. The camera don’t have night version in color. Nice video

[@3411HeavenMedia]

Thanks! Color night-vision is an advanced technology that is not widely available, much less in mid-range consumer devices. For a neat read: www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/25803/this-is-what-color-night-vision-looks-like-and-it-stands-to-be-a-game-changer

[@3411HeavenMedia]

We will be releasing a video on their Argus 2 model which does have color night vision, so stay tuned :)

[@TheRobinRedbreast]

Questions: 1. Can I manually view the camera or do I have to wait for motion? Example: I hear a sound at night and I want to look out the cameras to get a better view. Can I do this? 3. If power goes out or if wifi goes out will the camera automatically reconnect once the power or wifi comes back on? 4. Is there ANY reason anyone would have to take the camera down and rest anything at all? 5. Can the app be used on a desktop as well as on the smart phone? It's easier to view the videos on a larger screen. I am looking for a no fuss camera to replace my Arlo cameras that require me to get on a tall ladder to replace batteries or to reset the wifi connection when power or wifi is off momentarily and turns back on. I fell from the ladder once doing this. I don't want to risk falling again. NOTE: I need 3 cameras (to replace arlo) and 1 doorbell camera. If I purchase the Reolink I will DEFINATELY use your affiliate link because you are the reason I will buy it. OR do you have a better suggestion for me?

[@3411HeavenMedia]

1. Yes, you can manually view the camera. It doesn't have to be an event for you to view. 2. It will automatically reconnect. I had the power go out twice and I didn't have to complete another setup. 3. I haven't taken this down the whole time I have had it, so I can't think of any at this time. 4. You can view videos that are saved to your cloud via desktop, but I haven't figured out a way to view live feed from a desktop. The live feed can be viewed on your phone. If you are using three cameras, you will end up having to pay for one of their cloud services if that is something you want to utilize. Their free cloud license only supports one camera. While we would appreciate it if you used our affiliate link, I would encourage you to check their website for any Labor specials too! Overall, this has been one of my favorite cameras so this is my recommendation but other alternatives may be out there. If you don't need the full PTZ they do have stationary cameras that also work with a solar panel. Just search Reolink on our channel and you'll see some of the other things we have reviewed from them. Thanks for stopping by!

[@kmaher7688]

READ this before buying crappy Reolink. i have 2 Reolink PT and one Reolink Argus 3 and they are just junk. i have no idea how these reviews continue to peddle this junk as great cameras. These cameras constantly miss full size cars, humans walking toward and sideways of the cameras. I have complained to Reolink right away and they refuse to refund the product. JUNK!

[@JAMPROSOUND]

I've seen several Reolink cameras used and have them too. Zero issues here. In fact, they're the first cameras that actually work 100% of the time and are effortless to set up and manage. You will not find a more picky person about gear. I really wonder what might be your issue.