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$37.98
$44.98
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Updated October 2026
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2026 verdict
A plug-in camera against a solar one, and the Wyze Cam v4 edges this pair of Wyze security cameras on price, owner rating, RTSP and alert coverage.
It shoots 2.5K HDR with a motion spotlight, records to a microSD card or over RTSP with no subscription for the basics, and works with Alexa, Google Home and Home Assistant. The Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K is the one that never needs a cable, charging from the sun and panning 360 degrees, but its smart alerts sit behind a Cam Plus plan and it has no RTSP. Pick the Wyze Cam v4 for a fixed, subscription-free spot near power, and the Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K for a fence or shed with no outlet.
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| Feature | Wyze Cam v4 | Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $37.98 | $64.98 | Wyze Cam v4 |
| Rating | 4.3 | 3.8 | Wyze Cam v4 |
| Solar Charging | NO | YES | Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K |
| RTSP | YES | NO | Wyze Cam v4 |
| Alerts | Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages, Glass breaking Sound, Baby Crying Sound, Smoke Alarm Sound, Carbon Monoxide Alarm Sound | Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Packages | Wyze Cam v4 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Weather Resistance | IP65 | IP65 | Tie |
| PoE | NO | NO | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Tie |
| Storage | MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud | MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud | Tie |
| 2K Video | YES | YES | Tie |
| 4K Video | NO | NO | Tie |
What the differences mean
Power
The Wyze Cam v4 is plug-in only, while the Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K runs on a 6400 mAh battery charged from the sun. Choose by whether the spot has an outlet.
Video
The Wyze Cam v4 shoots 2.5K HDR, a step up from the 2K of the Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K, and it adds HDR for scenes with bright sky and deep shade.
RTSP
The Wyze Cam v4 exposes an RTSP stream for a third-party recorder. The Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K does not, so its footage stays in the Wyze app or on its card.
View
The Wyze Cam v4 has a fixed 120 degree lens. The Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K pans 360 degrees and tilts 70, trading a sharper picture for coverage that moves.
Free alarm listening
The Wyze Cam v4 listens for smoke and CO alarms with no subscription; the Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K does not document that feature.
Which one to buy if
- the spot has power and you want the sharpest image
The Wyze Cam v4 records 2.5K HDR against the 2K of the Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K.
- there is no cable and the sun reaches the mount
The Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K charges from its own panel and needs no outlet.
- you want a fixed camera that feeds a NAS or NVR
Its RTSP stream lets a recorder pull the feed, which the Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K does not offer.
- one camera has to cover a wide area
It pans 360 degrees and tilts 70, covering more ground than the fixed Wyze Cam v4.
- you want free smoke and CO alarm alerts
The Wyze Cam v4 includes that listening feature with no plan.
Winner
16% OFF
$37.98
$44.98
- + Price: $37.98
- + Rating: 4.3
- + RTSP: YES
- - Solar Charging: NO vs YES
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$64.98
$79.98
- + Solar Charging: YES
- - Price: $64.98 vs $37.98
- - Rating: 3.8 vs 4.3
What owners say
Owners of the Wyze Cam v4 talk most about the picture: a 2.5K image noticeably sharper than earlier Wyze models, vibrant color night vision and a motion spotlight that doubles as a deterrent. They like how quickly it sets up, the compact magnetic base and the option to record to a microSD card or over RTSP with no subscription for the basics. Their warnings are that the smart AI alerts and cloud storage need Cam Plus, that it is 2.4GHz only with no HomeKit and no privacy zones, that the card is not included, and that, as with other recent Wyze cameras, a notable group report newer units failing sooner than the older ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: the Wyze Cam v4 or the Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K?
The Wyze Cam v4 edges it on price, owner rating, RTSP and free alert coverage, and it shoots 2.5K HDR. The Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K is the better fit only where there is no power, since it charges from the sun and pans 360 degrees.
What is the biggest difference between the Wyze Cam v4 and the Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K?
How they are powered. The Wyze Cam v4 needs an outlet and records to a card or over RTSP, while the Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K runs on a solar-charged battery and can mount anywhere the sun reaches.
Does the Wyze Cam v4 support RTSP like the Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K?
The Wyze Cam v4 does support RTSP, which the Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K does not. That matters if you want to record to a NAS or pull the feed into third-party software.
Which one records without a subscription?
Both record to a microSD card with no subscription for basic use. The Wyze Cam v4 also listens for smoke and CO alarms for free, while the smart AI alerts on both need a Cam Plus plan.
Who should buy the Wyze Cam v4?
Buyers with an outlet who want the sharper 2.5K HDR image, a fixed view, RTSP and free smoke and CO alarm listening at the lower price.
Who should buy the Wyze Solar Cam Pan 2K?
Anyone with no power at the spot who needs a self-charging camera that pans 360 degrees and can be steered or track movement from the app.
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