Reolink OMVI 2i PoE vs Ring Outdoor Cam

The Reolink OMVI 2i PoE for a wired, subscription-free outdoor camera, with IP66, 2K, 24/7 local recording, RTSP, people, animal and vehicle detection and a 2-year warranty. The Ring Outdoor Cam is the pick when there is no wiring and you want a cheap battery camera inside the Ring and Alexa ecosystem.

To record, yes. The Ring Outdoor Cam has no local storage, so saved video, 24/7 history, person and package alerts all require a Ring Protect plan. The Reolink OMVI 2i PoE records locally with no fee.

The Ring Outdoor Cam, which runs on a removable rechargeable battery that owners recharge periodically, weekly in busy locations for some. The Reolink OMVI 2i PoE is wired over Power over Ethernet and has no battery.

The Reolink OMVI 2i PoE shoots 2K from two 5MP lenses, with color night vision and a spotlight. The Ring Outdoor Cam records 1080p with color night vision, which is clear but lower resolution.

Only the Reolink OMVI 2i PoE detects people, animals and vehicles. The Ring Outdoor Cam detects people and packages, and behind a Ring Protect plan, but not animals or vehicles.

A Ring or Alexa household that wants a cheap, wire-free camera for a porch, a yard or a temporary spot, likes the easy battery install, and accepts a Ring Protect plan for recordings.