CONCLUSION

   Netatmo released their Smart Outdoor Camera with Siren model just over 2 years ago and even though back then it was a very strong product right now i really think it's in need of two minor upgrades. For one even though the 4MP CMOS sensor is more than sufficient for such a camera as you can see in the previous page the end result could be a lot better. Now i don't know if that's due to the resolution (although for a wireless model 1080p is still the preferred resolution even for the latest models), the chip itself or the tiny lens but improving on this should be the manufacturer's highest priority. Using a 2700k LED floodlight (at least that's what i think they used, could be slightly less) may be softer/gentler on the eyes but for me it just doesn't look nice so this is also not something i was expecting, not when most recent floodlights use over 4000k (some even allow you to adjust the temperature to your liking). Of course, this is just my personal preference but a user adjustable light temperature would probably attract more potential buyers. That aside video quality is satisfactory, audio quality is better than most similar models (the ones I’ve used anyways), the LED floodlight is quite strong (you can also adjust its intensity) and the siren is really annoying, even from 10 meters away (so it gets the job done). The available motion sensor settings however are not something I’ve seen in the past, not in such degree/detail (different recording and LED parameters for cars, people, animals and general objects) and so i expect many people to like this as well. Local recording is always a good thing but that’s something most models feature right now as well.

   Price is something i really hope Netatmo looks into especially since currently the smart outdoor camera with siren retails for no less than USD331.66 inside the USA (Amazon.com) and 317.57Euros inside the EU (Amazon.de). For some people this may not be an issue but based on what you’re getting in return (and at least until and if Netatmo improves on the product itself) i really think they should on it. That being said however i am generally satisfied with the performance of this product, it could had been better yes but it’s still a very good outdoor camera model and for that it gets the Golden Award.

PROS

- Good Video Quality (1080p / 4MP)
- Motion Sensor Sensitivity (Can Detect Humans, Animals & Cars)
- HZO Weatherproof Aluminum Enclosure
- 12W LED Floodlight (Adjustable Intensity)
- Built In Siren (105dB)
- Microphone Clarity
- Micro SD Card Slot (Local Recording / 32GB Max)
- Netatmo Security Android / iOS App

CONS

- Overall Video Quality
- Floodlight Temperature (For Some)
- Price (For Some)