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Reolink OMVI 2i PoE vs Reolink OMVI 3i PoE

Full Smart Cameras comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Reolink site.
2026 verdict
Same Reolink OMVI line, two sizes, and the smaller Reolink OMVI 2i PoE is the better value while the Reolink OMVI 3i PoE adds 4K and a wider view.
Reolink OMVI 2i PoE
Winner
Reolink OMVI 2i PoE
$189.99
Buy on Amazon USA
Both are wired Power-over-Ethernet cameras with a dual-lens design and SyncTrack auto-tracking, recording 24/7 to a microSD card or an NVR with no subscription, and both work with Google Home and Home Assistant rather than Alexa or HomeKit. The Reolink OMVI 2i PoE pairs two 5MP lenses for a combined 165 degree view and runs on the lighter 802.3af PoE standard. The Reolink OMVI 3i PoE steps up to a 10MP dual-lens panorama plus a 4K pan-tilt lens for a 180 degree view, and needs the higher-power 802.3at standard. Choose the Reolink OMVI 2i PoE for the same tracking design at the lower cost, and the Reolink OMVI 3i PoE when you want 4K detail and the wider panorama.
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FeatureReolink OMVI 2i PoEReolink OMVI 3i PoEWinner
Price$189.99$329.99Reolink OMVI 2i PoE
Rating5.04.3Reolink OMVI 2i PoE
4K VideoNOYESReolink OMVI 3i PoE
Warranty2 years2 yearsTie
Weather ResistanceIP66IP66Tie
PoEYESYESTie
Solar ChargingNONOTie
ConnectivityEthernetEthernetTie
StorageMicroSD Card SlotMicroSD Card SlotTie
2K VideoYESYESTie
HDRNONOTie
Color Night VisionYESYESTie

What the differences mean

Resolution

The Reolink OMVI 2i PoE pairs two 5MP lenses that shoot 2880 x 1616, while the Reolink OMVI 3i PoE layers a 10MP dual-lens panorama over a separate 4K pan-tilt lens. The step up is real detail and a second video stream at once.

Field of view

The Reolink OMVI 2i PoE reaches a combined 165 degrees horizontally and 62 degrees vertically. The Reolink OMVI 3i PoE widens that to a 180 degree horizontal and 65 degree vertical panorama, so it catches a little more of a wide yard or corner.

PoE standard

The Reolink OMVI 2i PoE runs on 802.3af PoE, the lighter, more common standard. The Reolink OMVI 3i PoE needs 802.3at, which supplies more power, so it is worth checking what your switch or injector can deliver.

Pan and tilt range

The Reolink OMVI 2i PoE pans 340 degrees and tilts 55 degrees on its tracking lens. The Reolink OMVI 3i PoE pans 350 degrees and tilts 50 degrees, a near match, so the movement range is not what separates these two.

Size and weight

The Reolink OMVI 2i PoE weighs 780g, while the Reolink OMVI 3i PoE is a heavier 1.3kg with a larger housing. Both are outdoor cameras meant for a solid mount, but the smaller one is easier to handle on a ladder.

Which one to buy if

What owners say

Owners of the Reolink OMVI 3i PoE describe a camera that rewards a wired install. They single out the 180 degree panoramic view, saying the wide shot is crisp and covers what a single fixed lens would miss, and they like the way the separate pan-tilt lens swings in to follow a person or vehicle, with one long-time Reolink user calling the pan and tilt smooth and the mount an improvement on their older camera. Home Assistant compatibility and the fully local, subscription-free recording come up repeatedly as the reason many chose it, and owners across more than one country confirm both. Their cautions are that close-up tracking can look slow and jumpy, that notifications arrive heavy by default and need tuning, that the wide lenses tilt down only a little, and that the camera supports Google Home and Home Assistant but not Alexa, Apple HomeKit, SmartThings or Matter.

Upgrading from the Reolink OMVI 2i PoE?

Moving from the Reolink OMVI 2i PoE up to the Reolink OMVI 3i PoE buys resolution and a slightly wider sweep. Both use the same dual-lens plus tracking design, the same local 24/7 recording and the same Google Home and Home Assistant support, so nothing about the way you use them changes. What you gain is a jump from 5MP to 4K, a 180 degree panorama over 165, and a larger body, and you will need a PoE source that can supply 802.3at. If the Reolink OMVI 2i PoE already covers your yard clearly, there is little to gain; reach for the Reolink OMVI 3i PoE when you want 4K and the widest possible view.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Reolink OMVI 2i PoE or Reolink OMVI 3i PoE?

The Reolink OMVI 2i PoE is the better value, offering the same dual-lens tracking design, 24/7 local recording and smart home support at a lower price. The Reolink OMVI 3i PoE is the better camera when you want 4K resolution and a slightly wider 180 degree view.

What is the biggest difference between the Reolink OMVI 2i PoE and the Reolink OMVI 3i PoE?

Resolution. The Reolink OMVI 2i PoE uses two 5MP lenses, while the Reolink OMVI 3i PoE adds a 4K lens and a 10MP panorama. Coverage moves only slightly, from 165 to 180 degrees horizontally.

Do the Reolink OMVI 2i PoE and the Reolink OMVI 3i PoE need a subscription?

No. Both record 24/7 to a microSD card or a Reolink NVR with no monthly fee, and both support RTSP and Home Assistant, so a subscription is optional.

Do both of these Reolink cameras use the same PoE power?

No. The Reolink OMVI 2i PoE runs on the lighter 802.3af PoE standard, while the Reolink OMVI 3i PoE needs 802.3at, which supplies more power. Check your switch or injector before choosing the larger model.

Which of these cameras works with Alexa or HomeKit?

Neither supports Alexa, Apple HomeKit, SmartThings or Matter. Both the Reolink OMVI 2i PoE and the Reolink OMVI 3i PoE work with Google Home and Home Assistant.

Who should buy the Reolink OMVI 2i PoE?

Buyers who want wide, tracking PoE coverage and the same features as the larger model without paying for 4K, especially on a switch limited to 802.3af.

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