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Reolink 8 × 12MP PoE Camera, 16-Channel NVR with 4TB HDD Security System $1,262.24 Delivered @ Reolink

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I'm currently shopping for a home security camera system and came across Reolink.

It's much cheaper than other brands like Dahua or Hikvision. I assume the quality might not be as high, but it should do the job for a residential home.

The store is offering $30 off when you spend over $400, and you can stack that with a 10% coupon code. This brings the total down to $1,262.24 (roughly 34% off the RRP).

The same discount should applies to other camera / systems as well.

8 x Smart 4K 8MP Security Kit + 16ch. NVR with 4TB Built-In $1001.69 Delivered

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  • Zeee on 08/07/2025 - 15:41
    -3

    How to install

  • [Deactivated] on 08/07/2025 - 15:43

    Fyi 12MP is 4000x3000 pixels.

    File sizes will be massive if you record at the full 12MP

    • incipient on 08/07/2025 - 15:59

      Roughly 4k, and would be recorded in 4k.

    • Goldfire on 08/07/2025 - 16:00

      Depends on the bitrate, not so much the resolution.

      For example, a 12mp camera vs a 4mp would be the same storage requirements if the bitrate for both was set to, say 8Mbps.

      Granted that the quality wouldn't be so great on the higher resolution camera if it's bitrate starved compared to the lower resolution camera.

  • klaw81 on 08/07/2025 - 15:47
    +14

    There's a wealth of knowledge about Reolink products both on this forum and on the dedicated Reolink subreddit.

    In general, the best way to describe Reolink is "excellent value for money" - their products don't quite have the performance of Hikvision and Dahua flagships, but they're 80-90% of the quality for about 50% of the price. They have an excellent app, and the PoE models integrate nicely with other ecosystems and Home Assistant. My own experiences with their warranty & after-sales service have been pretty good.

    I haven't played with these cameras specifically, but they're a relatively new model with all the modern features. I would probably hesitate to choose 12MP cameras since they're going to burn through a lot of data storage quickly, and having a high pixel count usually trades great sunlight performance for poor picture quality at night.

    Note that PoE cameras require Ethernet cabling from the NVR to each camera location, which may mean professional assistance for the installation. Iin theory a licensed cabler is a legal requirement, but self-install is neither difficult nor dangerous if you have any level of DIY capability.

    • Chandler on 08/07/2025 - 15:54

      I've always wondered about pros/cons of the different resolutions (HD vs 4K vs # MP). I personally would have thought more pixels = better, but you make a good point regarding low-light performance.

      What size sensor would you recommend for best all-round performance?

      • klaw81 on 08/07/2025 - 16:32
        +2

        Conventional wisdom says that in general, 4-5 megapixels seem to give the best all-round performance in all conditions, in terms of outright picture clarity. However, this comes with its own compromise - a lack of pixels means your image contains less data, which means zooming into a captured image or video doesn't yield a lot of extra detail.

        A lot of manufacturers now seem to be coalescing around 8 megapixels, which coincides with 4k native screen resolution. With modern image processing, seems to be a decent good sweet spot and some 4k cameras can deliver impressive night performance. Reolink offers the CX810 and CX820 in this area, and they're apparently very good, and quite affordable too.

        • cherpu on 08/07/2025 - 16:51

          Won't the built in spotlight be advantageous in this case?

          • klaw81 on 08/07/2025 - 19:19
            +3

            @cherpu: "Spotlight" is a bit of a generous term for the LEDs built into the average PoE camera. They look bright when you're staring into it, and it's definitely better than nothing, but the light is fairly short-range, comes from a point source so shadows are very dark and prominent, and they're absolutely no substitute for a proper light source.

            In many cases, the IR LEDs will do a better job of evenly illuminating the scene, rather than switching on the white light ones. However, it's impossible to get colour information from IR light so the white lights do have their place.

    • interlocal on 08/07/2025 - 15:55

      While android app is good, macos version is still intel-only, and requires rosetta to run on apple silicon. That leads to 15-30% CPU consumption all the time, and every 2nd day app forgets about smart detection features and requires restart.

      • klaw81 on 08/07/2025 - 16:36
        +1

        macos version is still intel-only

        You're much better off using a web browser to view the cameras on PC/Mac. The cameras can handle smart detection on their own.

        And since this package comes with an NVR, there's no point trying to use the app for recording footage.

        • interlocal on 08/07/2025 - 18:06
          +1

          I'm using app with NVR, and web UI of NVR is not really useful comparing to the app - video player is very basic, you cannot view multiple cameras at once, PoE cameras HD stream is not working, etc.
          I'm not talking about recording footage with the app, NVR does it, I'm talking about using app with NVR to view live streams and watch recordings.

    • geekcohen on 08/07/2025 - 15:55
      +1

      Note that PoE cameras require Ethernet cabling from the NVR to each camera location

      Yes, or use a POE Switch within your network that you then connect the cameras to, which can be detected by the NVR. So you can run one system over multiple buildings via PtP links if you want to as well.

      • klaw81 on 08/07/2025 - 16:33
        +1

        Yes, I've done this and it works really well - totally plug and play once the whole network is up and running.

        • geekcohen on 08/07/2025 - 16:34

          Exactly. Makes it very handy and I've done it for a few installations now.

      • AyTrain on 08/07/2025 - 20:19

        Are you saying put the switch in the roof and have a single cable from the NVR to the switch, to keep things neat?

        • DoctorCalculon on 08/07/2025 - 21:28
          +1

          Yes, if you have a PoE passthrough switch. Be careful not to exceed the PoE power budget.

    • dairy-coffee on 08/07/2025 - 16:10
      +1

      Thanks for the explanation! Which system would you recommend in getting then? Any of their 8mp (4k) camera would be better? :)

    • 7ekn00 on 08/07/2025 - 17:23
      +3

      Pretty accurate Tier list (and day / night camera testing) here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=InBRTveD9_w

      I tend to agree with the above assessment for PoE (I don't do wireless!) …

      Trackmix for specific areas (front door, side gate, pool area, etc): On sale right now at Amazon
      Duo 2 / Duo Flood for general access areas (Drive / Yard / etc): On sale right now at Amazon: Floodlight / Duo 2
      Use the CX810 (instead of the 12MP) for night time focus areas (car / mailbox / entry points): On sale right now at Amazon

      Don't forget the NVR to make it all easy and just work!! Happens to also be on sale at Amazon: 8 channel or 16 channel

      • UncleRico on 08/07/2025 - 21:40
        +1

        Great link from The Hook Up’s well regarded fleet review, but I’d avoid those Amazon “sale” links. As you can see from the OzBargain Reolink history, virtually all camera and NVRs have been available from AliExpress over the past six months for 30-60% less. The recommendation for the Cx810 over any of their 12mp cams is wise advise.

        • klaw81 on 09/07/2025 - 08:38
          +1

          I note that the turret-style CX820 is now available - I see an upgrade in my future.

          • UncleRico on 09/07/2025 - 20:07

            @klaw81: Yeah, it looks good. I do prefer the turret form factor to bullets for aesthetics and the reduced prevalence of cobwebs. Can’t wait for an AliExpress listing so we can nab them at a decent price…

  • organamisms on 08/07/2025 - 15:49
    +3

    I swapped from Dahua to Reolink mainly because of the app. Reolink gives push notifications for the doorbell as well and allows painting motion detection zones and configuring time-based alerting/recording from the app. Just all-round an easier experience to use and manage.

    As always, YMMV, but I've found it excellent so far.

  • geekcohen on 08/07/2025 - 15:56
    +2

    Another vote for Reolink. They are great value for money and the camera range is awesome.

  • here for deals on 08/07/2025 - 16:37

    Reolink vs Eufy - which ecosystem is better?
    Is Eufy Homebase 3 the same as an NVR? @klaw81

    • geekcohen on 08/07/2025 - 16:47
      +1

      Reolink. No subscription required. More cameras types available. Reolink every day of the week.

      Is Eufy Homebase 3 the same as an NVR?

      Yes, pretty much.

    • klaw81 on 08/07/2025 - 19:33
      +3

      Reolink vs Eufy - which ecosystem is better?

      Eufy's ecosystem is heavily geared towards battery-powered wireless cameras, which are very convenient for installation but inherently flawed due to their power budget and the potential for interference. They're very much a closed ecosystem, and also quite expensive even when they're on special. However, they are probably the pick of all the wireless camera systems out there in terms of user experience and performance.

      Reolink's ecosystem is primarily geared towards wired PoE cameras, which are less convenient to install but ultimately the superior option for reliability, security and performance. They have a much wider selection of cameras, including some really unique 180 dual-camera systems, pan-tilt-zoom cameras, vandal-resistant designs as well as Eufy-style solar and battery-powered wireless cameras. Most of them have full compliance with industry standard protocols and will play nicely with other brands.

      Is Eufy Homebase 3 the same as an NVR?

      Yes, it's a mini-NVR with limited storage (it can only fit a single 2.5" laptop hard drive) and is optimised for connecting wireless cameras.

      The Reolink NVR takes 1 or 2 commercial grade 3.5" hard drives designed specifically for surveillance (lots of over-writes, 24/7 operation) and can also connect external drives. The NVR is also capable of powering all of the cameras directly via PoE.

  • suku1809 on 08/07/2025 - 19:56

    Would anyone know how to install these on the wall. Can I buy any wall mount for these?

    • UncleRico on 08/07/2025 - 21:48
      +2

      No need for a wall mount, they can be oriented for install horizontally or vertically.

      If you’re mounting on a wall where the eaves/soffit won’t provide sufficient protection from the rain, a junction box and heatshrinkable cable covers will protect against water ingress. Reolink sell junction boxes for c. $40 each for done and bullet cams, or a company called G. Craftsman sell a universal B-310 junction box on AliExpress for $15 (half that with coins and coupons) and elsewhere that fits the cams in this deal, and most - but not all - other Reolink cams.

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