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Blink Mini wi-fi security camera review


Score: 78/100

Date tested May 2020

Key specifications

    • Field of view: 110°
    • Two-way audio: Yes
    • Recording resolution: 1920 x 1080
    • Night vision: Black and white
    • Siren: No
    • Power: Mains
    • Video storage: Secure cloud storage
    • Dimensions: 5 x 4.9 x 3.6 cm
    • Weight: 48g

    £34.99

    Available from: amazon.co.uk

    What is it?

    This is Blink’s most affordable and compact wifi-security camera. It alerts you to any motion detected in your home and records video in clear full HD. It stores all footage in a secure online area. It’s also mains-powered and has a two-way microphone, so you can talk to anyone near the camera (or listen in).

    GHI expert verdict

    Compact, affordable and simple to use, this wi-fi security camera records clear footage both during the day and at night. It’s a great and inexpensive way to find out if a wi-fi security camera is for you.

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    The good

    On test, the video clips it recorded were clear and it didn’t send alerts for false positives (motion created by shadows or reflections). The “motion zones” feature allows you to select areas in the camera’s field of vision to be blocked out, so you won’t be alerted about motion in these areas. Its two-way microphone sounds clear sound and it comes with free access to secure storage online. From 31 March 2021, this storage will cost £2.50 per month or you’ll be able to purchase a Blink Sync Module 2. This will store the video without incurring a monthly fee.

    Take note

    This wi-fi security camera can only be used indoors and it struggles to record large areas of bright light, such as windows that appear fuzzy and lack detail.

    Ratings

    • Ease of use: 3.5/5
    • Design: 3.5/5
    • Instructions: 4/5
    • Performance: 4/5

      How we test

      We assess the quality of video recorded by the camera, both during the day and at night and whether motion alerts are false positives created by pets, headlights or sunlight. We also evaluate how clear the sound is and test any extra features, if relevant, such as battery life, sirens and how simple the app is to navigate.

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