YI 2K Dome Security Camera, 2.4G Smart Indoor Pet

11 reviews for YI 2K Dome Security Camera, 2.4G Smart Indoor Pet

1. 

   ThizMe – February 17, 2025

   It works great!!
   We had a few cameras that were stationary and we needed one that rotated. It came very quickly. It was very easy to install and even easier to view on our cell phone. It was packaged very well and a great price. We just might upgrade our other cameras and get a couple more. You can’t have too many views of our home and property these days.

2. 

   Shannon Gray Schommer – February 17, 2025

   Good bang for buck
   This is a good bang for your buck. Not a great bang for your buck. I’ve used Yi for 3 years now. The monthly service( although not necessary – I used free service for over a year) is affordable and fairly reliable/ however it seems every time I want to go back and view something important ( my child’s first steps) somehow the system “glitched”. I contact customer service, of course there’s nothing they can do. I have a stranger in my front and backyard with a weapon visible / but I can’t see anything but a blurry blob for his face in every single frame. Police department can do nothing with the images other than roll their eyes. I click live view to see if my babies are sleeping in their cribs soundly, well I can’t even see the babies in their cribs much less tell if they’re breathing or not. I suppose on 1080 being able to see chest rise and fall is too large an expectation, I don’t know. Most other times the cameras are fine for MINOR, LIGHT, BRIEF surveillance. Please consider something on a much higher level if you need to really micromanage a business for theft, or have any security issues at home or business, You will be disappointed. If you’re using these just for light surveillance at home / of your entrances , main common areas, tool or equipment storage or to watch your animals, you’ll most likely be pleased. The cameras last forever. They are easy to set up and maintain. The free service is fine, we only upgraded because we have 6 or so cameras and I like live view of multiple cameras at all times plus recorded cloud and SD memory. It’s worth the 9.99 monthly charge IF AND WHEN it happens to capture the images or videos I’m searching for. It glitches out and takes a while to view often, but as stated I’m not protecting a multimillion dollar museum of art, I use them for home security- in a safe secure area with more shotguns, rifles and rednecks than any other area of the US and I believe the cameras are just fine for that. If I lived in a high crime area I would consider another camera/service but for what we need they’re pretty ok. They mount easily. The motion detection is good. They run on 110 plug- so if power or WiFi is down, so are they, and we must hide cords in two rooms that we have them mounted on ceilings. You must purchase SIM card for cameras to function properly. You can share live feed or video via text or social media and can share camera view by allowing access and giving login to other family members/business partners through the YI account. You will be able to see if anyone has logged in or viewed your account. It offers additional password protection for uncommon areas such as bedrooms. That’s a nice feature. Over all good product. Yes I would purchase again. I’ve purchased several over the past few years and bought my in laws a system for their residence out of state. If another company were to offer a better product and better quality viewing for a comparable or even a bit higher price, I would change over in a heartbeat. So there’s my honest review. Hope it is helpful.

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   Frank B. – February 17, 2025

   Ads Ads Unskippable Ads
   The camera itself is a delight. We liked it so much, we bought a second. It was perfect as a monitor for sleeping little ones. We’ve had them for years.Within the last week, however, the app associated with the camera has forced full screen, unskippable ads before you even have the option to view the camera feed. In some cases, the ads have sound that can’t be muted and are for inappropriate services (e.g. dating sites). I’m sure the ads also have malicious scrubbing tech that collects my phone’s data.I’m beyond disappointed this has happened. My kids are old enough that they probably don’t need to be monitored as closely. But a parent of a newborn or toddler should absolutely avoid Yi cameras at all costs until they correct their ads policy.

4. 

   K Perkins – February 17, 2025

   Good for general pet use
   I live alone and got this to keep an eye on my cat while I was gone for a week and to make sure the pet sitter was coming. Like others have said, the night vision is great, and being able to hear sounds live from the camera is nice. It does constantly pop up to pay for their cloud, though, which is 100 dollars for a year. I certainly don’t have that kind of money and wish I could turn the pop-up every time I open the camera feed off. That being said, the live camera feed is definitely good enough for what I bought the camera to do! It does catch some activity, but it seems pretty inconsistent, and also cannot differentiate between my cat and a person. It will send me “person detected” when my cat walks by in the middle of the night, which is either quite a fright when I’m not home, or maybe would cause me to disregard the message if a burglar actually did come in. Also, I think it will only record activity in 5 minute intervals or so. It will take a screenshot when it detects the activity, but without the subscription, you can only see a tiny thumbnail of the picture. Which, again, is enough to be able to tell my pet sitter came, or perhaps see my cat’s tail somewhere in the frame, but no more than that.All in all, it’s a great little camera that certainly will do what it needs you to do, but the more convenient options are locked behind a paywall that may not be affordable to some like myself.

5. 

   C. Wilson – February 17, 2025

   Worth every penny!
   This camera is great! I had trouble setting it up because for the first time ever I have a wifi router that doesn’t show the two bands, 5mhz and 2.4 mgz. So this 90scamera needs to be on 2.4. 5 mhz isn’t supported. I finally got into my router settings and separated the two bands, one for primary (5 mhz) and one for guest (2.4) Then I connected the camera to guest. It works really well. I like that I can talk through it too! This camera is worth the price. We will see how long it lasts. If it messes up I will update my review. The picture is really clear and so far the refresh rate is faster than other cameras in this price range. I’m sure it’s based on the speed of your wifi too. Mine is not fast and this still works well!

6. 

   Amazon Customer – February 17, 2025

   Great
   Great product at a great price

7. 

   JM S. – February 17, 2025

   It captures every movement or loud noises in the background.

8. 

   Jacob – February 17, 2025

   I use several of these cameras throughout my house. I bought them years ago because it allowed me to make a one-time purchase of this relatively inexpensive piece of hardware, and then use my own SD cards for recording footage. I could view the video feed live or stream clips from my SD card on my phone through their free app.Initially I had no regrets and it worked amazingly, but a little while ago they added in some ads that popped up while loading. No big deal, they were out of the way and I wasn’t forced to interact with them. I don’t mind seeing deals at my local Walmart or other department store.But recently they’ve completely changed the ads so that you are forced to watch 10 seconds of some crappy mobile game, click on a skip arrow, then close the pop-up, then finally click on your camera feed.I get that they have to pay for the mobile app and hosting somehow, but I wish they did it by improving the premium service to get more subscribers instead of making the free experience awful. I regret investing in these cameras and will be switching to another provider soon.

9. 

   Nicola – February 17, 2025

   Works well, recommend

10. 

    Jialin Chan – February 17, 2025

    The YI Pan-Tilt Security Camera is a versatile indoor surveillance camera that provides peace of mind by keeping a watchful eye on your space. With its 360-degree pan-tilt functionality, 2.4G connectivity, and night vision capabilities, this camera offers a range of features that cater to the needs of pet owners and security-conscious individuals alike.The standout feature of this security camera is its 360-degree pan-tilt capability, which allows you to remotely control the camera’s movement and view a complete area. This functionality is especially useful for keeping an eye on mischievous pets or monitoring larger spaces where a fixed camera would fall short. The smooth and precise motorized movement ensures you can scan your surroundings effortlessly.Equipped with 2.4G Wi-Fi connectivity, the YI Pan-Tilt Security Camera provides a stable and reliable connection to your home network. This allows you to access the camera’s live feed and recorded footage remotely via the YI Home App, providing convenience and peace of mind even when you’re away from home.The camera’s night vision capabilities ensure round-the-clock surveillance. With infrared lights and advanced image processing, the camera can capture clear and detailed footage in low-light or complete darkness. This makes it an ideal solution for monitoring your space during nighttime hours or ensuring the safety of your pets even in dimly lit environments.Setting up the YI Pan-Tilt Security Camera is a breeze, thanks to its user-friendly installation process and intuitive app interface. The YI Home App provides a seamless user experience, allowing you to customize settings, set motion detection alerts, and even communicate through the camera’s built-in two-way audio feature.Additionally, the camera supports motion detection, sending instant notifications to your smartphone when any movement is detected in its field of view. This feature proves invaluable for keeping tabs on your pets’ activities or for enhancing the security of your home.While the YI Pan-Tilt Security Camera offers an impressive array of features, it’s important to note that some advanced functionalities, such as cloud storage or integration with third-party smart home systems, may require a subscription or additional devices.In summary, the YI Pan-Tilt Security Camera is a feature-rich indoor surveillance solution that offers peace of mind and versatile monitoring capabilities. With its 360-degree pan-tilt functionality, 2.4G connectivity, night vision, and motion detection features, it caters to the needs of pet owners and security-conscious individuals. The user-friendly setup and intuitive app interface further enhance its usability. Despite the potential need for additional subscriptions for advanced features, the YI Pan-Tilt Security Camera remains a reliable choice for keeping your space under constant surveillance.

11. 

    Michele – February 17, 2025

    Have it inside, 360′ view of living room and kitchen, easy to use, download app, go on check whenever. Good value for your money.