When it comes to affordable indoor cameras, the Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount and Wyze Cam Pan v3 are at the top of the class. Both offer high-quality footage, along with a host of other useful features that make them stand out in a crowded market. The Blink Mini Pan-Tilt mount is a bit more expensive ($60, compared to $34 for the Wyze Pan v3), but which one is better for your smart home? Here’s a comprehensive review of the Wyze Pan v3 and Blink Mini Pan-Tilt mounts to help you decide.
Video quality
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Both the Wyze Pan v3 and the Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount capture 1080p footage. Both also operate in the dark, with the Blink having infrared night vision and the Wyze using color night vision, allowing them to operate 24 hours a day. Both look great when viewed on a smartphone, and it’s hard to go wrong with either if you’re concerned about video quality.
Winner: Undecided
List of features and specifications
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Buyers expect indoor cameras to be loaded with ancillary features that complement the standard video feed, and both the Wyze and Blink products deliver a robust list of specs. From two-way audio and motion detection to video history and smartphone notifications, the Wyze Cam Pan v3 and Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount don’t leave much out. However, the Wyze Cam Pan v3 offers a built-in privacy mode that points the camera directly at the ground — blocking its view of your home. That’s a big selling point, giving it an edge over the competition.
They can also be moved and tilted to cover all corners of your room, as both products offer 360-degree coverage.
It’s also worth noting that the Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount is technically two separate products (the standard Blink Mini camera, which costs $35 separately, and the Pan-Tilt Mount accessory, which costs $30). This means that you can remove the camera from the Pan-Tilt mount if you wish, while the Wyze Cam Pan v3 is one product that cannot be detached from the base.
Winner: Wyze Cam Pan v3
Monthly fees and what you get
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Both products can be used without a subscription, but choosing a monthly plan unlocks a bunch of useful features. Blink’s starter plan costs $3 a month and gives you 60 days of video history, motion-activated smartphone notifications, video sharing, and photo capture. There’s also a Blink Plus plan for $10 a month that gives you an extended warranty and discounts on other Blink devices.
With Wyze, you can sign up for Cam Plus — which gives you cloud video recording, person detection, smart event reports, and Wyze Web View (allowing you to view your video feed on a web browser or tablet). It only costs $2 per month, and since it’s comparable to Blink’s offering, its lower price makes it a better option.
Winner: Wyze Cam Pan v3
Ease of use
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Smart indoor cameras are almost always accompanied by intuitive smartphone apps, and the Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount and Wyze Cam Pan v3 are no exception. Both are extremely easy to use, give you instant access to all available features, and play nicely with Amazon Alexa and other smart home ecosystems. Rest assured that whichever one you choose, you’ll be able to use it without having to fiddle with a clunky interface or dig through thousands of menus.
Winner: Undecided
Which is the best?
If you’re looking for the best value for your money, the Wyze Cam Pan v3 is an easy recommendation. It goes with the Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Mount, but is almost half the price. Its dual-cube design is a bit clunky, but it does allow for a privacy mode to be turned on.
The Blink Mini Pan-Tilt mount, meanwhile, offers a design that’s easier on the eyes. And since Blink is owned by Amazon, you’re guaranteed to get a high-quality product that integrates seamlessly with Alexa. This makes it a great choice if you have tons of other Alexa products in your smart home and are already a fan of their performance. But since Wyze also works with Alexa, it’s a better choice for buyers on a budget.
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