| Feature | Aqara Camera G100 | Reolink Altas PT Ultra | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $35.99 | $188.99 | Aqara Camera G100 |
| Rating | 4.2 | 3.8 | Aqara Camera G100 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | Reolink Altas PT Ultra |
| Solar Charging | NO | YES | Reolink Altas PT Ultra |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi | Reolink Altas PT Ultra |
| 4K Video | NO | YES | Reolink Altas PT Ultra |
| RTSP | YES | Reolink Home Hub required | Aqara Camera G100 |
| Alerts | Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages | Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles | Aqara Camera G100 |
| Privacy Zone | YES | NO | Aqara Camera G100 |
| Weather Resistance | IP65 | IP65 | Tie |
| PoE | NO | NO | Tie |
| Storage | MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud | MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud | Tie |
- + Price: $35.99
- + Rating: 4.2
- + RTSP: YES
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
- - Solar Charging: NO vs YES
- + Warranty: 2 years
- + Solar Charging: YES
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
- - Price: $188.99 vs $35.99
- - Rating: 3.8 vs 4.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Aqara Camera G100 or Reolink Altas PT Ultra?
The Aqara Camera G100 is the better overall value, winning on price and owner rating and adding more alert types, privacy zones and native HomeKit. The Reolink Altas PT Ultra is the more capable hardware, with 4K video, pan-tilt tracking, solar charging, dual-band Wi-Fi and a longer 2-year warranty.
What is the biggest difference between the Aqara Camera G100 and the Reolink Altas PT Ultra?
Form and features separate them. The Reolink Altas PT Ultra is a 4K solar pan-tilt camera that physically follows motion and runs wire-free, while the Aqara Camera G100 is a fixed, wired 2K camera at a lower price with native HomeKit and a broader alert set.
Which camera can pan and tilt to follow motion?
The Reolink Altas PT Ultra can, with a motorized head that pans 355 degrees and tilts 90 degrees to track movement across a scene. The Aqara Camera G100 is a fixed camera with a 140-degree field of view, so it watches a set area rather than following subjects.
Which lasts longer without wiring?
The Reolink Altas PT Ultra is the wire-free option, running on a solar-charged battery rated around 16 months, so it can operate off-grid in a sunny spot. The Aqara Camera G100 is wired and must stay connected to power, trading placement freedom for lower cost and more features.
Who should buy the Reolink Altas PT Ultra?
Buy the Reolink Altas PT Ultra if you want 4K video, pan-tilt auto-tracking and solar-powered wire-free installation with a long battery life and a 2-year warranty. It suits owners covering wide outdoor areas who want the camera to actively follow motion.
Who should buy the Aqara Camera G100?
Buy the Aqara Camera G100 if you want an affordable, well-rated camera with 2K video, RTSP, privacy zones, a wide alert set and native HomeKit support. It is the value pick near power when you do not need 4K or pan-tilt tracking.
