TechRadar Verdict
The Blink Outdoor 4 is a low-cost security camera capable of outdoor use.
Blink isAmazons budget home security brand, and unlike its premium brand Ring, Blink is focused on affordability.
Still, the camera works quite well and has a worthwhile range of features.
Setting up the Blink Outdoor 4 was extremely easy.
you could place the Sync Module 2 anywhere in your home provided it has power.
After setup, I could check-in on the camera at any time through an always-online live feed.
The 1080p resolution is perfectly fine for a first time home camera, but its no premium gadget.
Improving the video quality does reduce battery life.
Its not the best security camera on the market but its a good entry-level pick for a security-minded homebody.
Check out our article on thebest home security camerasif youre shopping for an alternative.
Stored footage can be viewed through the Blink app.
Monthly or yearly billing is available.
Setup for the Sync Module 2 is similarly simple.
Theres no motorized movement, meaning youll need to make any position adjustments by hand.
Theres no privacy cover and no ability to simply cut recording unless you physically remove the batteries.
Setting privacy zones is easy enough, but you may be left underwhelmed by the lack of customization.
Accessing these options is easy.
All of the video quality options are quite acceptable for the price.
Audio quality was fine and is most comparable to a standard intercom buzzer for an apartment.
I could turn the sensitivity up if I wished, but I found no need.
Finally, obviously the two year battery life is an estimation provided by Amazon.
Most of my use was inside however, so I could have easily gotten by with USB-C delivered power.
Should I buy the Blink Outdoor 4?
It doesnt mix with Ring, despite being owned by the same company.
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