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Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen) - wireless, weather-resistant HD security camera, two-year battery life, motion detection, set up in minutes – 1 camera system
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Purchase options and add-ons
- Blink Outdoor is a wireless battery-powered HD security camera that helps you monitor your home day or night with infrared night vision.
- With long-lasting battery life, Outdoor runs for up to two years on two AA lithium batteries (included).
- Store video clips and photos in the cloud with the Blink Subscription Plan and save events locally to the Blink Sync Module 2 via a USB flash drive (sold separately).
- Outdoor is built to withstand the elements to help you protect your home inside or out, come rain or shine.
- Designed so you can set up yourself in minutes. No wiring, no professional installation required.
- Get motion detection alerts on your phone with the option to customize motion zones in the Blink Home Monitor app so you’re only alerted when you need to be.
- See, hear, and speak to visitors with live view in real time and two-way audio features on your Blink app.
- Works with Alexa – use your voice to monitor your home through supported Alexa-enabled devices.
- Includes one Blink Outdoor camera and one Sync Module 2.
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Save and share unlimited videos for 60-days with an optional Blink Subscription Plan (sold separately). Local storage is available with the Sync Module 2 (requires USB flash drive – sold separately).
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Blink Outdoor offers two-year battery life and is built to withstand the elements so you can protect your
home – inside and out, day or night.
Powerful two-year battery life
With Blink's proprietary chip technology, Outdoor runs on two AA lithium batteries that last up to two years so you can see what’s happening in and around your home without the stress of frequent battery replacement.
See, hear, and speak to visitors from anywhere
See what’s happening at home no matter where you are with the Blink app using HD live view and infrared night vision. Two-way audio lets you hear and talk back – it’s like being home even when you’re not.
Be alerted to what matters
Create customized motion detection and privacy zones so you only see the movement you care about.
Set up with ease
No more searching for outlets and no professional installation required – everything you need to get started is in the box. Plus, its wire-free design means you can place, stand, or mount it anywhere.
Works with Alexa
Go hands-free with Alexa. Stream live video, arm and disarm your camera, and more.
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Cloud Storage: Blink Subscription Plan
Record, view, and save events in your Blink app with a free 30-day trial of the Blink Subscription Plan. Then, subscribe for just $3 per month per camera, or $10 per month for unlimited cameras at a single location.
Learn more here.
Local Storage: Blink Sync Module 2
Save motion clips and photos from up to 10 Blink cameras connected to the Blink Sync Module 2 locally in your home and view them through the Blink app or the computer by plugging in a USB flash drive (sold separately) for no additional fee. Learn more here.
Note: Features like Live View and Motion Alerts are automatically available with Blink Outdoor at no additional cost.
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Power source | Plug-In | 2 AA lithium batteries | Plug-In | Hardwired | Plug-in |
Battery life | N/A | 2 years | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Weather resistant | Available with Blink Weather Resistant Power Adapter (sold separately) | ||||
Field of View | 110° diagonal | 143° diagonal | 110° diagonal, 350° pan range, 135° tilt range | 143° diagonal | 143° diagonal |
Motion-activated alerts | |||||
Enhanced motion detection | |||||
Person detection | Available with Blink Subscription Plan (sold separately) | Available with Blink Subscription Plan (sold separately) | Available with Blink Subscription Plan (sold separately) | ||
On-demand video (live view) | |||||
Video resolution | Up to 1080p | Up to 1080p | Up to 1080p | Up to 1080p | Up to 1080p |
Two-way audio | |||||
Works with Alexa |
Blink Outdoor Technical Details
Field of view |
110° diagonal |
Video resolution |
Record and view in 1080p HD video during the day and with infrared HD night vision after dark. |
Photo resolution |
View captured images in 640 x 360 nHD |
Camera frame rate |
Up to 30 fps |
Size |
71 x 71 x 31 mm |
Weight |
48 grams |
CPU |
Immedia Proprietary – AC1002B, 4 cores / 200 MHz |
Power |
Camera battery: 2 AA 1.5V lithium metal (non-rechargeable) batteries Sync Module 2 power: 100-220V AC to 5V DC converter included. Battery life of up to 2 years, based on 5,882 seconds of live view, 43,200 seconds of motion-activated recording and 4,788 seconds of two-way talk. Battery life will vary based on device settings, use, and environmental factors. |
Requirements |
Always-on high-speed internet connection (such as broadband, fiber, or DSL). Wifi network: 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n. |
Connection |
Power adapter |
Available colors |
Black |
Minimum smartphone requirements |
iOS 15.0, Android 9.0, or Fire 9.0 |
Blink app |
Blink Home Monitor |
Included in the box |
Blink Outdoor camera (dependent on quantity selected), Sync Module 2, 2 1.5V non-rechargeable AA lithium metal batteries (per camera), mounting kit (per camera), USB cable, and power adapter. |
Audio |
Speaker output and 2-way audio recording. |
LEDs |
1 blue LED to help you know when it’s active (optional). 1 red LED when recording in night vision. |
Warranty and service |
1-year limited warranty and service included. Use of Blink cameras is subject to the terms found here. |
Support |
Click here to view more information on the Blink Outdoor support page. Click here to see the setup guide. |
Generation |
3rd Generation |
Operating temperature |
-4 to 113° F |
Software Security Updates |
This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. |
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Customers like the ease of setup and installation of the doorbell. They mention that it's easy to use and well designed. They appreciate the clear video and the excellent live view. They also like the camera quality. However, some customers have reported connectivity issues and battery life issues. Opinions are mixed on performance, motion detection, and value.
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Customers find the setup of the vdo devices to be easy. They mention that it's super easy to set up and install, and that it pretty much installs itself. They also say that it does the job they expected, and adding it to the app was easy. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of setup and use of the product.
"...PROS:1. Super easy to set up and install. It pretty much installs itself.2. User friendly cell phone application...." Read more
"...I ordered a box of 3 tiltable brackets. They were easy to install, even on our brick exterior, and you can rotate the camera into position...." Read more
"...But just the ease of use and directness with the Blink app compared to the blind notifications and swiping of the Reolink app made me decide to..." Read more
"...This is extremely slow and frustrating process...." Read more
Customers like the picture quality of the vdo device. They say it has clear video, superb video quality, and good resolution. Some customers also mention that the camera is inconspicuous when mounted on the front.
"...3. Image quality is decent as long as there is sufficient lighting.4. Two way radio...." Read more
"...It is pitch black inside that box. It is so clear, I'm hoping to be able to find the owner now!..." Read more
"...in the overnight you've likely got a problem regardless of the lack of detail...." Read more
"...Resolution is good to very good in the monitored area, a narrow dimly lit space about 30' in length...." Read more
Customers like the camera quality of the vdo devices. They mention that it has fantastic camera quality, decent enough system, and good clarity. Some say that the camera itself is nice and doesn't draw a lot of attention. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...The panels even are robust enough that is the sun isn't out for days they can still provide days worth of power before needing to recharge and by..." Read more
"Weather proof: This camera is amazing! it has been through a lot of tests...." Read more
"...WiFi communication between the sync unit, camera, and my Mesh router has been top notch, a consistent strong connection and up to this point anyway..." Read more
"...The quality is actually quite good , and on the first night we put it out, it rained pretty heavy outside which gave it its first test ...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the vdo devices. Some mention that everything works well, the camera works great, and the doorbell works great. However, detection feature is pretty unstable. Others say that the comes with the camera is not very good and you cannot easily adjust it. They also say that it started malfunctioning about a week after getting it and that the app crashes.
"...3. Activity zones do not work as they should...." Read more
"...operating for about 3 months and during that time has functioned normally without interruption or degradation in image quality doing so in very cold..." Read more
"...One important thing. The bracket that comes with the camera is not very good and you cannot easily adjust or rotate your camera...." Read more
"...I'm not monitoring a huge area and I only have one camera, but everything works well and I have no reason to think it wouldn't continue to work well..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the motion detection of the camera. Some mention that it's great, and easy to set up. They also appreciate the timely notifications and the ability to set "no motion" zones of the field of view. However, others say that it is not as good as other cameras they've used, and the motion sensor is iffy.
"...2. Motion sensor feature is finicky. It detects motion BEFORE the subject enters the field of view...." Read more
"...The SECOND the trial ended my motion detects stopped. I would get the alert, but no video...." Read more
"...menu is intuitive utilizing buttons and sliders making basic adjustments to Motion Detection, notifications option, Night Vision, and audio..." Read more
"...I tried to reduce sensitivity to 3 but then, randomly, the camera would ignore movement when my wife's car pulls on the driveway...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the vdo devices. Some mention that it's a good value packed with features, while others say that it feels like a waste of $99 and that the lithium batteries are expensive.
"...a multi camera bundle will save you money, the Blink is a good value packed with features and simply does what it should do." Read more
"...It was not connected to anything! This was a waste of my money! I have another I have had a long time without any issues...." Read more
"...They just call it an outdoor camera. This is why it is also so low priced...." Read more
"...It was a complete waste of money and my time because it’s been a headache since I set it up.***..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the connectivity of the vdo device. They mention that the sync module connects, loses connectivity to the WiFi, and disconnects again. Some say that the USB or the Module stop communicating.
"...My only complaint is the inability to share access to the app with other household members...." Read more
"...It was not connected to anything! This was a waste of my money! I have another I have had a long time without any issues...." Read more
"...The G3 cameras I purchased have the ability of two way communication which G1 did not, so I swapped them out placing the G3 cameras at my front and..." Read more
"...This is the downside to it not being connected to a power source , you can also get a live view at any time but after using it for even 20 seconds..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the vdo device. For example, they mention that it drained quickly, died 3x, and needs replacing. Some say that the camera lasts 6 months max and the batteries are not rechargeable.
"...people are constantly walking by / cars driving by , the batteries will only last a month or so...." Read more
"...It worked great, but the batteries drained quickly...." Read more
"...6. App will show you battery life. Each camera can have it's onw settings including sensitivity, clip length, privacy zones, etc...." Read more
"...an hourly photo is mostly useless, this seems to exist simply to waste battery...." Read more
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PROS:
1. Super easy to set up and install. It pretty much installs itself.
2. User friendly cell phone application. My only complaint is the inability to share access to the app with other household members. I'm not the only one who needs to access footage or receive alerts. You should have an admin user + other standard household users.
3. Image quality is decent as long as there is sufficient lighting.
4. Two way radio. Speaker is not great but microphone picks up even faint sounds. I could clearly hear someone talking on his phone while sitting in a car in front of my house.
5. From the app,. you can turn on/off the blue/red LEDs on the cameras to make them more or less noticeable depending on your needs.
6. App will show you battery life. Each camera can have it's onw settings including sensitivity, clip length, privacy zones, etc.
CONS
1. Night vision is not impressive at all, especially when the subject is 10+ fit away. I work around the issue by keeping my outdoor lighting on. Image #1 is at night with outdoor lighting.
2. Motion sensor feature is finicky. It detects motion BEFORE the subject enters the field of view. Motion sensor works best when subject travels across field of vision (left to right, right to left), especially if subject originates from outside of the camera's field of view. To get the best results, camera should be positioned in such a way that potential subjects travel L or R or R to L (not walking toward/away from camera)
3. Activity zones do not work as they should. I don't want my camera triggered by movement in my neighbors' yard but even when graying out that area, camera still picks up movement there.
Overall, I am satisfied with this system. I now have 4 cameras installed on my townhouse and I feel like the system met all my needs.
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2022
PROS:
1. Super easy to set up and install. It pretty much installs itself.
2. User friendly cell phone application. My only complaint is the inability to share access to the app with other household members. I'm not the only one who needs to access footage or receive alerts. You should have an admin user + other standard household users.
3. Image quality is decent as long as there is sufficient lighting.
4. Two way radio. Speaker is not great but microphone picks up even faint sounds. I could clearly hear someone talking on his phone while sitting in a car in front of my house.
5. From the app,. you can turn on/off the blue/red LEDs on the cameras to make them more or less noticeable depending on your needs.
6. App will show you battery life. Each camera can have it's onw settings including sensitivity, clip length, privacy zones, etc.
CONS
1. Night vision is not impressive at all, especially when the subject is 10+ fit away. I work around the issue by keeping my outdoor lighting on. Image #1 is at night with outdoor lighting.
2. Motion sensor feature is finicky. It detects motion BEFORE the subject enters the field of view. Motion sensor works best when subject travels across field of vision (left to right, right to left), especially if subject originates from outside of the camera's field of view. To get the best results, camera should be positioned in such a way that potential subjects travel L or R or R to L (not walking toward/away from camera)
3. Activity zones do not work as they should. I don't want my camera triggered by movement in my neighbors' yard but even when graying out that area, camera still picks up movement there.
Overall, I am satisfied with this system. I now have 4 cameras installed on my townhouse and I feel like the system met all my needs.
Things to think about and remember... Blink still touts two year battery life. You'll need to take into consideration where you place the camera and the settings as the busier the yard (I have a zero lot yard) and the higher you toggle your settings the less battery life you can expect. To avoid having to swap out batteries, consider investing in a solar panel. Whether it's a third party manufacture or now Blink sells a solar mount it's something to think about. I purchased panels for my G1 cameras (and as a given I purchased them for my new G3 cameras) and haven't worried about power in some six years. The panels even are robust enough that is the sun isn't out for days they can still provide days worth of power before needing to recharge and by that time hopefully the weather will have improved.
As much as I want to like my new G3 cameras for their ability to communicate both ways, I get some feedback. I've yet to have a visitor to either the front or back door and have an actual conversation through the cameras, but I'd have appreciated them being noise cancelling. If you have the volume toggled on then they will alert based upon the noise. I've got the volume toggled off and the camera set to thirty seconds or less for motion. I figure I'll get the motion alert and toggle on the volume to then speak with whomever and avoid alerts because the camera heard an errant noise.
Daytime recording is great, the G3 cameras had no problems and the quality was comparable to my G1 cameras. The night recordings suffer as Blink cameras have never done really well at night, but you should know who's supposed to be around your residence and not. Obviously if you see someone on a motion recorded clip around your house in the overnight you've likely got a problem regardless of the lack of detail. This however could easily be fixed by just pairing up your camera with an inexpensive motion activated spot lamp. You can find wired, battery and solar powered spot lamps for cheap at your home improvement store or Amazon. Both pointing in the same direction they'll likely see the same thing and go off the spot lamp illuminating and allowing for good enough night time recording in color with detail.
Wish Blink would introduce an outdoor rated pan and tilt camera. A family friend had some they wanted my help with and they didn't work out so got them something else. But I kind of like the idea of a pan and tilt camera on the cheap which I think Blink could do. But Blink cameras are so cheap, and usually even on sale in bundles, you can easily buy a few and scatter them around to cover everything.
The app, the app, the app... Was thinking about switching from Blink to Reolink but instead stayed with Blink. Was interested in Reolink and even bought a few for testing but the app was a mess compared to the Blink app. I'm an older grandfathered Blink customer so I get free cloud storage and access, new customers will have to buy a subscription. You'll want the subscription for the alerts and immediate video playback as in my testing I've found the local storage option cumbersome and worthless. Your alerts get recorded sure, but to Blink servers and then a once daily dump during the overnight hours to your USB drive if you go local. So that alert you get at work at 8am on Monday, you have to wait for the dump overnight Monday and into Tuesday and then on Tuesday you have to unplug it and use a computer to see what happened at that alert Monday at 8am. Defeats the purpose of running your system local, but this is Amazon and they make their money based on subscriptions.
That said I give props to the Blink app for it's rich notifications and ease of use. I get an alert and in the notification with limited exception is a tiny pic. I can tell if it's worth watching and if not just swipe or delete even from the notification. I can pull down on the notification for a bigger picture. If it's worth watching immediately I can tap the notification and it opens and pulls the video then and there for playback. By comparison, the Reolink cameras I was testing don't have rich notifications so you just get these, "...person detected..." notifications which can mean anything from a criminal to a person waking their dog (again, zero lot lawn) to the mailman coming by. I had to open each notification but it doesn't go to the video. It does to a sleeping camera (to conserve power the camera (Reolink) is asleep), the app has to wake the camera and connect, the you're taken to the live view and whatever it is could very well be gone by then. So you then click videos and swipe through the feed that camera has recorded that day / or whenever the last time you wiped the internal SD card of videos. So what the Blink app does in one tap took me nearly seven taps just to see oh yes, it was just the mailman.
The Blink app is also organized with each camera having a nice equivalent of a table of contents to section the settings why the Reolink I was testing had it all on one page and demanded scrolling. But once you dial in your settings you don't often change things so I guess that's not something to really worry about. But just the ease of use and directness with the Blink app compared to the blind notifications and swiping of the Reolink app made me decide to send the Reolink cameras back, buy some more Blink cameras and to stay with Blink.
The biggest thing I could hope for in the future from Blink is that the cameras will become smart enough to not be bothered by the clouds and sun as some days my cameras go nuts only to find they're being triggered by the difference in light on my lawn as the sun goes in and out of the clouds. And I'd like to see some person detection as despite using zones to filter out the street I still get vehicles going buy (I get several good pictures of the garbage truck every Tuesday...). Maybe the ability to record a vehicle only if it stops within the frame of the camera for however many seconds so if someone does roll up on your place with intent to do harm it'll trigger a recording and not a bunch of pictures of just vehicles going by. And true, feature rich local storage.
But all in all, despite their problems which are really just minor, you can't really go wrong with Blink cameras. I spent some six hundred dollars on just five Reolink cameras and solar panels (they were in a two-fer bundle each) and I ultimately sent them back. For the price paid for five cameras I could've gotten five Blink cameras and third party solar panels for cheaper or could've gotten several more than five Blink cameras and panels for that six hundred dollars. While you do get what you pay for, there's no reason that home security cameras have to cost a small fortune.