Wyze Cam v3: Unbelievable Night Vision for $20

[@SmartHomeSolver]

The Wyze Cam Outdoor that should have been… Would you have been willing to pay more for higher resolution?

[@bradylepage]

I would have paid more for a better resolution! This camera has to be the best smart home camera! I bata tested this and I can truly say that I will be buying at least 2 more!

[@SmartHomeSolver]

I was wondering if there were beta testers! You guys did a pretty good job keeping it under wraps. Yeah I agree though it’s an amazing camera. I will be buying some as well.

[@Sojizy]

I would pay a bit more for a 4k camera.

[@ghandric8289]

It would definitely pique my interest a bit more if it had higher resolution, that necessarily isn't going to stop me from buying one of the V3s because given a sell price and the upgraded features, it's kind of worth it for me. I mostly use mine to monitor the front door to see who's coming there or knocking on the door. Although I very well could get a Wyze doorbell at this time, I rent and don't own, so I can't really modify things too much. Overall I think they're making great technological improvements so far in a very short period of time. Also, they're selling things at a very reasonable price. For right now they've got my attention.

[@Joe-oj2mi]

I’m getting one of those. How are you going to use the wyze sense if there is no USB port ??

[@MermaidmomUP]

I just ordered two and paid over $35 for each. Despite the cost increase, I'm excited to upgrade from the v2!

[@2cyclebikeraricstreet195]

Did they work? Where from? Is there 5g wifi router connectivity/functionality?

[@BossmodePictures]

It's around 80€ right now that I could really use one... FML...

[@fredw8490]

Yeah, now you have to pay for your 12 second video, which was originally free. You paid if you wanted a longer vid. Now you pay for the 12 second one too. Wyze is loosing fans, I’m one!

[@AFALZBUSINESS]

@@fredw8490 what do you mean by you need to pay for a 12 second video? Like if I were to keep a clip from the camera I would have to pay for the clip?

[@JohnCarlo76]

Is this wireless?

[@carverofchoice]

I watched a few reviews on this camera from home automation channels, and this is the best I've seen so far with awesome comparisons, etc! Great job!

[@lauriehorton756]

I was looking for an outdoor camera to keep an eye on my dogs in the yard when I'm not home. kzbin.infoUgkxOXxsTZ3ptV_Pk0fFl8bNZvVqeoqBQFwe Tried a different one that was absolutely terrible, so I got these instead. They work perfectly! With 3 of these cameras I can see every corner of the yard, and they were very easy to set up. The best part is I only get the footage I want to see, not hours of videos of the bird feeder swaying in the breeze.

[@hijabibeautiful]

This comment was seen on two other videos of indoor cams. Spam?

[@preston8184]

It’s reviews like this that I keep coming back and back to this channel for all my smart home needs!

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Thanks Preston!

[@robietipton524]

How can I get mine for $20

[@EsotericArctos]

I find for Security footage, 1080p really is plenty. I still use 5MP Reolink's and they are flawless with motion detection, person detection, and the fottage is clear, even at 20 feet distance. I know 4K is nice, but I find, from my own experience, that it doesn't make enough of a difference to warrant paying more for a camera. I prefer having enhanced night vision over 4k

[@brodymorrison4758]

I pre-ordered one in late November, and it came sometime in early January. Set it up, and was instantly impressed when night came around. The low light function worked flawlessly, and for $20, I consider it a steal. I have an Arlo Pro 2 5-Camera system that I purchased for around $750 when it came out in 2017 or 2018, and instantly, there was a noticeable difference. There is only one drawback that I have encountered so far, and that is the fact that it has direct wiring. For around $110 less for each camera, you have better night vision, better quality, and it doesn't need a base station. If you have a power source readily available, then this is the one for you.

[@johnny6171]

The humor is outstanding . Especially asking you're cute dog to fix dinner.

[@biggreen96]

I laughed way too hard at Luna cruising past with a wooden spoon

[@Den-nu6pv]

I got a v3 a couple of days ago and was blown away by how much better the night vision is.

[@Timbofett28]

SOLID ass review. Concise and jam packed with everything I wanted to know. Thank you for your service

[@tomblount5635]

I got one and I couldn't be happier. Clearly the best price point

[@mikeb1617]

l liked my V2 l purchased in 2022 and still working strong. l purchased the V3 and installed it today. OMG the night vision is exquisitely amazing...so vivid and the night vision is beautifully imagery. Nice review bud!!

[@TechWithBrett]

Excellent review!

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Thanks Brett!

[@Ryder0910]

Brett and reed I’m subscribed to both of you

[@Eman-bz1te]

Brett when are you going to review the wyze cam

[@TechWithBrett]

@@Eman-bz1te when mine starts working right. I was about finished and my Wyze V3 couldn't read the SD Card anymore of all the footage I recorded for my review.

[@Eman-bz1te]

@@TechWithBrett does the wyze cam outdoor support 128 gb?

[@hustlerstudiomfg]

Would be awesome if they would made one where you can but batteries in, when electricity for some reason won’t work it switches to battery.

[@edwardfletcher7790]

But if there's no power there's no wifi. So it would only record to the card.

[@johnhaerle3957]

@@edwardfletcher7790 Unless your router / modem is on a UPS, like mine.

[@edwardfletcher7790]

@@johnhaerle3957 There's a better way. I'm using a USB 12v step up cable to run mine off an Anker 20Ah power bank. It's not as long lasting as a UPS but the cable is only $3 and power outages here are usually less than an hour or two. A better solution would probably be my old car battery. It hasn't got enough guts to last more than a week in my car but could probably run my router full time for a fortnight 👍 (about 90% of routers are 12v DC.)

[@teddybruscie]

You can use a portable power bank. Mount the bank and camera indoors unless you get a water or weatherproof power bank. When it's depleted, charge it, put bank when charged.

[@garden0fstone736]

You would think 2 years later it would be a thing by now. Also is inflation that bad where this camera brand new was 20 bucks? Bevause I can’t find any cheaper than 30

[@hobblyjig]

I’m happy it kept the $20 price! 1080p is fine with me.

[@jrcolmena]

yeah, maybe they could have a more expensive version with more resolution, but I'm also fine with 1080p

[@bazil4146]

I mean it’s a security camera, not a DSLR. The camera quality is good enough

[@deepelto5275]

it must have been a few days ago but it's 25 now

[@Dentinvent]

Poor suckers like us in Australia have to pay AU$90 per camera.

[@CancunManny]

May 25 2021 Amazon USA has it for $29.98 on sale claiming suggested retail is $32.98

[@militantknowles4777]

“ Near, far, wherever you are” good one

[@seththetechguy]

I’m definitely getting this! Great review Reed!

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Thanks Seth!

[@alloverdaplace2043]

I just got the pan cam wyze as my first wyze cam. I am impressed by the price and what you get for it. Also brought the flexible base that you can screw in so I installed it on the ceiling of my living room. I was gonna get the outdoor one until I bumped into this video. Def gonna get this wyze cam 3 for the outside security area and garage

[@ronperkins1676]

This is the first time I’ve been on your channel. I thought this video was very well produced and very professional in contact. I’ve been looking for the Wyze 3 on various websites & have yet to find it for less than $35.00. Have they gone up from $20-$35 and only 10 months? Where did you find yours for $20?

[@nicksonillustration9433]

I had never heard of these cameras and was blown away by all of the awesome reviews. Picked up two of them with memory cards for less than $100. I hate Ring. This is the way to go!

[@ZachMattson]

Love the improved night vision from a distance! My v2 had good night vision for watching a room, but any distance further than a few feet was impossible to see. Amazing they crammed all of this into a $20 camera

[@deadlyace1231]

Perfect comparison review and went straight to the point and covered every important feature.

[@erichurst2496]

I've had 5 V2's outside under soffits for 2 years and they all still work. Water resistance is the big sell for me.

[@HazardWolfCorp]

one of my V2s finally kicked the bucket, been using it outdoors for over a year now just fine then it just fried, time to upgrade!

[@lebrent312]

I really hope they come out with a 4K version

[@marioavaughn]

This cam is a BEAST! It captured a giant spider at 3am that I didn't know existed. It locked in and filmed it until it went to its hideaway. Very clear and at night! Most impressive.

[@JoseGarcia-yq2ye]

I’m happy with 1080p, but if they did a 4K cam that has the same abilities as before but enhanced the features and priced at $50 that wouldn’t be to bad. I’d buy it.

[@kountzer]

I’ve had a V1 or V2 under the garage eaves pointed at the driveway. Everything was black & white most of the time. Then I saw a big pallet full of Wyze cam V3s in a Home Depot. I put the V3 in the same spot & took the old camera inside. I just looked at the view on my tablet. It is like 2am right now. Wow! I could not believe the night vision and color. It almost looks like daytime.

[@ede8193]

Great video did not even know they had the new version...gonna get one of these for sure, i have 2 version 2's now

[@austinforrestwaggoner]

I am so sick of charging my Outdoor Cams, I'm going to change my Outdoor cams out and hardwire V3's after seeing this. Awesome review!

[@ScottWallace5]

WOW! The v3 announcement was definitely a surprise for me and definitely checked all the boxes that I wanted (better night vision and water resistant when it rains) as well as keeping the continuous recording and same incredible pricing! And as you said, definitely seems like the outdoor cam is obsolete unless you want it wireless somewhere. Thank you Wyze for being amazing and amazing prices!! Great update and overview video too! Do you know when when you're able to pre-order/buy them from Amazon?

[@georgeiron8399]

Definitely

[@rsilvers129]

"definitely seems like the outdoor cam is obsolete unless you want it wireless somewhere." Wasn't it battery powered, for locations with no power, always the only reason to get that camera?

[@kiwi-moto]

This is wayyyy better than the outdoor camera by the looks of it

[@BrooklynAttic]

Why would they release the outdoor camera still? I bought an outdoor camera with the base station and now I feel like it's useless. If they come out with a battery powered version of the v3, it's a total game changer

[@kleptodathief3946]

esp. if they add in a solar panel..u can always try to use a powerbank via microUSB

[@inelonwetrust9169]

My favorite channel for all things smart home.

[@welbo9766]

Support for 5GHz would be a great improvement. 2.4GHz wifi is just too crowded. My V2's fall offline regularly. They also do not like being isolated from the cloud. I wonder how the V3 will fare in these fields?

[@dlight2669]

I don't know where you got yours for $20, they are $35 + here in my area and online. I still appreciate your review the details and for $35 I appreciate all the great features of this device thank you

[@sc-ie6kg]

Loved the titanic reference and Luna getting dinner ready. 🤣

[@ECarolBurns]

Yes, I would be willing to pay more for a higher resolution and even a wider view. Face recognition would be a great bonus. Thanks for your great review!

[@MrSkinny602]

What about RTSP streaming? The v2 had an optional firmware you could load to enable this feature.

[@Ziggytech01]

According to their website RTSP appears to be in the works for the v3 model. I'd suggest giving it YES to the "Was this article helpful" in the following forum post so they know there is demand for it! support.wyzecam.com/hc/en-us/articles/360051619871-Does-the-v3-support-RTSP-

[@exoduzwelling2156]

lucky for those who got them for $20. these cams have nailed it.

[@vegajre]

Man, I can only hope this means they're also working on getting an upgraded Wyze Cam Pan out sometime in the near future. I have one that monitors my back yard and having the new tech on it would help immensely, especially if they also make it outdoor friendly.

[@el__2handed]

3:14 As soon as you said near, I KNEW you were going to make the Titanic reference. Haha.

[@ddmm3979]

3:13 gave me a good chuckle 🤣👍

[@frogirl786]

Yeah, that song is stuck in my head now!🎵🎶

[@daft9097]

Love the editing and jokes 😂😂 just purchased it

[@RonMoore]

Great video as always! The v3 looks like what the outdoor cam should have been. I would pay a little more if it had a higher resolution, especially if your using for home security.

[@SmartHomeSolver]

I appreciate it! I completely agree as well.

[@Ryder0910]

I’m not gonna pay 50$ for the outdoor i will just by the 20$ for the V3

[@tobediscontinued1795]

@@SmartHomeSolver Near, Far, Wherever u are lol

[@jennybthick]

Yes, this is what is called an upgrade. Excited about getting a few of these.

[@BlaqViper]

I would definitely pay $39 for 4K. While the Wyze app runs full screen on an iPad, I’m still perplexed why the app doesn’t run in landscape nor can swipe between cameras. I would think this isn’t a hardware issue.

[@mar0isa8]

I've linked my Wyze to Tinycam for this reason

[@BlaqViper]

@@mar0isa8 As have I on an Amazon First Stick. Do you know if there’s an Apple TV or Roku version of TinyCam?

[@iKingRPG]

@@BlaqViper there isnt at the moment. It can only run on Android TV, Fire TV, and the new Chromecast that was just released that runs Google TV (newer version of Android TV). The reason, is it is only an Android App at the moment, which makes it easy to port it to platforms such as Android / Google TV, and it is compatible with Fire TV because it is based on Android TV.

[@mar0isa8]

@@BlaqViper Not sure but I use Bluestacks Andriod emulator to install TinyCam on my computer. I guess you could cast it to a TV from there.

[@howardbailes]

⁰

[@jake5993]

This is my new baby cam. So cheap and incredible video quality

[@SmartHomeHASHTAGS]

It would be very disappointing if they discontinued Wyze Sense, or you have to buy the V2. But I’m hoping that the bridge is inside the V3 camera itself.

[@ManchesterTechGuy]

Can't believe the quality for $20. Puts into question why other solutions are so expensive in comparison. Shame Wyze are not in the UK.

[@jdmaxima89]

Yep, need it. Got to have it. Is there a power cable splitter that you would recommend? I'm going to mount two cameras in nearly the same spot pointing two different locations. I would love to only have one cable running to them if possible

[@LittleLadyk2002]

I am curious to. I need to do the same. Did you figure it out snd if do can you share? You could piggy back V2 cameras as it had a plugin in the back thst allowed it. I think they removed it from these V3's.

[@la196]

I think the existing resolution is good enough. Beefing up the night vision was a good benefit!

[@PfabDesign]

Looks like I’m sending the v2s I just bought back. Great review

[@Arch0300]

Love your videos man. Keep them coming!

[@Phrancis5]

Has the connection range (antenna) improved over the V2? I really hope a "pan cam" version is just around the corner. The night vision and overall image quality improvements seem worth replacing one or two of my V2's.

[@nataliesarny7852]

Thanks so much for this easy to understand review. Need to upgrade my V2 camera and I’ve been trying to research which one is best! Thanks again

[@AndreasHenden]

Does it support RTSP? Can you get to the live stream/image locally?

[@Ziggytech01]

According to their website RTSP appears to be in the works for the v3 model. I'd suggest giving it YES to the "Was this article helpful" in the following forum post so they know there is demand for it! support.wyzecam.com/hc/en-us/articles/360051619871-Does-the-v3-support-RTSP-

[@tibsyy895]

You just saved me $180 by not going with the Nest or the Ring! Thanks a lot!

[@tabaghdissar]

Hi! Does it support RTSP, echo show, nest hub? Thanks

[@SmartHomeSolver]

I think Wyze is working on a firmware update for RTSP support. Yes it will work with the Echo show and Nest Hub displays.

[@alang9480]

Nest Hub doesn't work currently, Wyze is working on an update but they have no idea when they'll be able to fix the issue.

[@Ziggytech01]

According to their website RTSP appears to be in the works for the v3 model. I'd suggest giving it YES to the "Was this article helpful" in the following forum post so they know there is demand for it! support.wyzecam.com/hc/en-us/articles/360051619871-Does-the-v3-support-RTSP-

[@bryankho]

Your reviews with the little snippits of humour are so entertaining 😄

[@deonh9303]

Image quality looks awesome to me for the price point. I will however definitely pay more for Homekit integration! Thanks for the great overview! 👍🏼

[@SmartHomeSolver]

I appreciate it Deon!

[@QuadsMode9]

I am a year late but use rtsp and homebridge

[@shortyray8527]

The V2 Cam that I have set up in my garage can see the vehicles and the garage door without any light. Everyone's set could be different and thanks for sharing your footage.

[@SmartHomeSolver]

It's true, there are a lot of variables when it comes to ambient light and the size of garage.

[@simondgie1]

Any word on RTSP streams?

[@chezchezchezchez]

Yup. It’s a no!

[@simondgie1]

That sucks, so no integration to Home Assistant or Blue Iris....

[@YKSGuy]

My v2 didn't last a full year.. Wish we could get a cam like this with simple RTSP. Most of my WiFi ONVIF cameras cost close to 5x what the Wyze cam costs.

[@ethanalloway5946]

What about with the V2 Firmware add-on? The one from Wyze’s back end site has worked for using RTSP for me! Wonder if they’ll be backwards compatible or release another SD card FW add-on.

[@YKSGuy]

@@ethanalloway5946 The FAQ for the V3 indicates they Might make an RTSP update for the v3.. My v2 which I was using already died. I don't plan on purchasing any more v2s.

[@santoyo4563]

Thank you for all the information and for that price you can't go wrong.

[@aaronallgrunn7845]

Any way to use this without an internet connection? I need something for a mobile solution

[@ethanalloway5946]

Might be possible when/if we see a FW upgrade/add-on similar to the V2’s RTSP FW upgrade. For an immediate solution try the V2 with a RTSP FW upgrade from Wyze’s site loaded via the micro SD card. One can only hope they do the same for the V3.

[@charlesrichards5389]

@@ethanalloway5946 My V2 continues to work on my local WiFi even when the internet goes down, no RTSP needed.

[@charlesrichards5389]

If it's like my V2, only the initial set-up (and firmware upgrades) needs internet. After that, just give it a micro SD card and power and it will record to the card. Makes a great dash-cam.

[@tonyasager2921]

I like ur sense of humor! Thanks for the video, I helped me

[@arturomartinez462]

HAHAHAHAHAAH I LOLed with the Titanic Reference xD

[@AdamsTechLife]

Super helpful review!! Makes the Wyze Outdoor almost a hard sale since the V3 has improved greatly.

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Thanks Adam! I agree this is better than the Outdoor Cam unless you want a battery.

[@joeywilbur9182]

So I'm seeing a lot of videos for thos, but no one seems to know when it will be available? 🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️ Nice video btw. Subscribed, liked and commented 👍

[@savagekock]

Available right now !! Ordered 2 of them !! Hurry !!

[@joeywilbur9182]

@@savagekock I found Amazon has them now, for $30

[@savagekock]

@@joeywilbur9182 wyze has them for $25 through the app . they wont be available long..they wher out of stock , waited 4 months to order . ordered 2 of them today

[@joeywilbur9182]

@@savagekock Through the Wyze app? Or their website?

[@savagekock]

@@joeywilbur9182 I ORDERED THROUGH THE APP. ITS FREE , YOUL NEED IT ANYWAYS . I GOT THE PANSCAN A FEW MONTHS AGO.. EXCELLENT PRODUCTS !!

[@DIY_Dad_83]

Great review! Caught me by surprise. I’d rather have good 1080 than mediocre 4K.

[@brownsamurai3070]

Some Ebay a-hole is having a "pre-sale" on this camera for $49.99, lol.

[@roarsy]

Can't wait for someone in South Africa to import them. Will be upgrading an older v1 I have to this and moving the V1 else where. That night vision is really impressive.

[@SafeerSefi]

Not available outside US, sad comment from UAE as I need to install those in newly built house in india

[@ChosenOne6666]

Thanks man. I bought it because of this video.

[@Malicteal]

Ok Reid, you’re clearly wrong in this video. You definitely CAN have just bacon for dinner. If you wrap bacon with more bacon, I’m pretty sure you can travel through time.

[@Seminolerick]

...dunno...went to an Iranian restaurant... they were all out of bacon... I wonder why....

[@mar0isa8]

I'm glad they still have the $20 camera but I'd like to see something that would compare to the higher end models like the Nest iQ

[@switchbackrickrc]

Great review, I preordered mine already and yes I would have paid a little more for better resolution as the crack heads are getting bad in my city for smash and grabs.

[@Nunya_Bidnaz]

I LOVE wyze and their products..truly an amazing consumer value driven group of individuals.. To answer your question.. I would pay more for a wyze cam v3,4k camera.. but I dont want it to be the only product. I think $20 dollar high quality 1080p feature packed cameras are definitely useful and that most people have needs/uses for these cameras.. BUT I also would like to be able to purchase high fidelity /resolution cameras with the same exact build quality / features, just with a higher resolution .. it just depends on how much they would have to charge for the upgrade.. if it was say.. $40 bucks for 4k.. I would definitely purchase a couple to add to my others.. However if it was idk.. around $70-$100 for a 4k camera.. then I might be less happy to throw them my debit card.. I would assume that is why they do not already have a higher resolution solution product on the market.. Because of their desire to provide this much value and keep prices so low.. maybe they are unable to design, manufacture, and sell a 4k product at a low enough price to align with their consumer/value driven business morals.. or maybe it would cause them an overall loss in profit and would not be worth it.. let alone be sustainable for them to continue to produce.. So I guess it just depends on how cheap they could sell it for.

[@MAKEMONEYMARK8]

Near...Far....Whenever you Are... 🤣😁

[@micci7795]

Thank you. I have been considering a couple. I have the pan cam and its not bad. I just wanted to hear some more.

[@clellbritt3434]

Shutup and take my money now. I'm not shooting YT videos with it so better resolution past 1080p is not needed, IMO. Where do I stick my Wyze Sense bridge into? I guess I'll still need my v2 cam for that. Thanks for the update.

[@jackd5833]

A standalone Wyze Sense Hub will be launched in the near future.

[@MarkSmithMCS]

They mentioned something about adding modules on top of the camera on the launch video. That might have something to do with it

[@robertreagan5173]

Great camera and i bought 2 for my outside camera . picture is super at night

[@lpg12338]

Outstanding video, great job, subscribed! 👍

[@ricomunoz2505]

Awesome video Bud 👍. And hello 👋 to ( the brains behind this channel) 😆😁 Mrs. Smart Home Solver.

[@DerrickThomas17]

Great review. I only now found your channel. I subbed as well. I own 8 v2 and I love them. I will definitely purchase a couple once they are available in Canada. I for sure will be checking out the rest of your channel.

[@Superguy2096]

Great review! Luna making dinner portion was gold

[@OneManOnFire]

For those in the market for a camera I highly recommend wyze for price and the fact they offer a SD card. I'm not against the high end units or better brand names. I like wyze because I can buy a 9 cameras for the price of one ring setup (I didn't fact check the price). Now I have 9 different vantage points vs 1 or 2. I reduced the likelihood of a event not getting captured. I rather take those odds with wyze vs ring. To be fair I use to own a ring and have the app on my phone. The amount of people complaining about community incidents without footage makes me concerned. If I could have 15 cameras outside I would but I don't have 15 power ports.

[@Jake_Bars]

Great video, Sir! and very cool t-shirt!!

[@urbnized]

The spotlight should help with those low light situations which was also announced but information is limited. Excited about this camera.

[@ElegalvicnLa]

Dude this is Exactly what I want and definitely would pay more for better video quality at night

[@Jonathanvideos1235]

I love this cameras ,easy to installed and at a great price

[@JesseAdams3]

Has any one had success in replacing the batteries in the Wyze sensors? I went with Sonoff sensors due to the many reports of Wyze sensors (and cameras) being bricked upon a battery replacement. However, I would be happy to add on with the cheaper Wyze sensors if this is not an issue any longer.

[@jimjoi1]

Loved your review! Pre-ordered!!! I was waiting for the restock on the outdoor cam, but no dice you convinced me to get this V3! Thanks!!

[@AuthenTech]

They really killed it with the v3

[@SmartHomeSolver]

I agree, Ben!

[@RedIzFatal415]

New member here, thanks for this video, I'm purchasing the bundle today

[@diegowlp]

I was checking a 2018 video and man you made a huge improvement on your channel, I love it. Cheers

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Thanks! That means a lot to hear that!

[@sneauxone]

FYI, outdoor adapter is not yet available for pre-order and will cost an additional $10. An indoor USB power adapter comes with the v3.

[@LiveLovePeace8389]

I paid $40 but this is way better than what I had.

[@Scooby8199]

If they'd add SmartThings support, it'd be all over. But I'm stoked for this.