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Canary Flex Outdoor Indoor Home Security Camera HD WiFi IP | 24/7 Watch Live Video, Weatherproof, Wire-Free & Wired, Motion Alerts, Two-Way Talk, Night Vision, 10x Zoom, Works with Alexa & More
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Recommended Uses For Product | Indoor & Outdoor Home Security, Baby Monitor, Pet Camera, Elderly Care |
Brand | Canary |
Model Name | Canary Flex Black |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
Special Feature | Weatherproof, Wire-free & Wired, Indoor & Outdoor, Two-way Talk |
About this item
- AWARD-WINNING TECHNOLOGY & DESIGN: Trusted by over a million users & over 10,000 first responders – a camera beautifully designed in New York that doesn’t look like a security camera
- OUTDOOR INDOOR WIFI CAMERA: 24/7 watch live HD, weatherproof, wire-free & wired, motion alerts, speaker & microphone, wide-angle lens, night vision, 10x zoom, privacy settings, auto arm/disarm
- ADDITIONAL FEATURES: 30-day video cloud history, smarter motion alerts with video clips & person detection, activity zone masking, safety button, extended warranty & more with Premium Service plan
- EASY SETUP IN MINUTES: DIY, no installation required; download the app, plug in the camera, connect to wi-fi and monitor your home, use as pet camera, baby monitor, for elderly care or childcare
- SECURE DATA PROTECTION: US-based company with all data stored in certified high security data centers using AES 256-bit, TLS & SSL encryptions & access control systems to ensure complete privacy
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Picture quality | 3.6 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.3 |
Motion detection | 3.6 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 3.8 |
Night vision | 3.6 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.1 |
Value for money | — | 4.4 | 4.4 | — | 3.8 |
Sold By | Home Monitoring Systems | Annanlife | Noorio Innovations | qimao trading | EufyHome |
power source | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Battery Powered,Solar | Solar Powered |
video resolution | 720p | 1080p | 1080p | 5 MP | 2K |
wireless tech | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
mounting type | Wall Mount or Free Standing | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount |
alert type | Motion Only | Motion Only | Motion Only | Motion Only | Motion Only |
number of channels | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 12 |
low light technology | ✓ | Night Color | Night Color | Night Color | Night Color |
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WeatherproofUnfazed by tough weather and designed to withstand rain, snow, heat, or cold. |
Wire-free & WiredCanary Flex can go wire-free on a single charge thanks to built-in lithium-ion batteries or plug it in. |
Two-way TalkWith the built-in speaker and microphone, you can have live conversations via your camera and your phone with people or pets at home. |
Privacy SettingsPrivacy at your fingertips – use geofencing to automatically arm/disarm your camera as you come and go, or use the private mode to pause your camera from recording. |
Canary View (Black) | Canary Pro (Black) | Canary Flex (Black) | |
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Customer Reviews |
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3.8 out of 5 stars
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Ideal for | Indoor | Indoor | Indoor & Outdoor (Weatherproof) |
Power | Power Cord | Power Cord | Wire-free & Power Cord |
Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Wired Ethernet, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) |
Field of View | 147° | 147° | 116° |
Intruder Alarm | 90+ dB Siren | ||
HomeHealth Technology | Measures Temperature, Air Quality, Humidity | ||
24/7 Watch Live HD | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Motion Notification | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Two-way Talk | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Night Vision | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 1.9 x 1.9 x 4.35 inches |
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Item Weight | 8.5 ounces |
ASIN | B01L1F9SLO |
Item model number | CAN600USBK |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
3.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,091 in Dome Surveillance Cameras |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 11, 2016 |
Manufacturer | Canary Connect, Inc. |
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
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Product Description
Canary Flex – The most versatile HD weatherproof security camera. Use Canary Flex for indoor or outdoor, during rain, snow, heat, or cold. Plug it in or go wire-free on a single charge thanks to built-in lithium-ion batteries. Put it upright or mount it on a wall and twist it on the 360° magnetic swivel base. The Canary Flex wireless security camera records remarkably crisp HD video and audio with automatic night vision and a 116° wide-angle lens. The viewing radius ensures your living room, nursery or garden is entirely visible with vivid clarity – the perfect baby monitor or pet camera. Connect your IP camera to your home WiFi via Canary app and watch live or recorded videos from anywhere. Receive instant alerts on your iOS or Android device when motion is detected. With secure web-transfer and bank-level data encryption, Canary Flex makes it easy to stay safe. Secure your house with a simple touch from your mobile.
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Customers are happy with the picture quality of the security camera. They say it sees with very high def and that it has great HD video both day and night. Customers are also happy with ease of installation. However, some customers have reported that the motion detection does not work as expected and that the camera stops recording at times. Customers also have different opinions on battery life, performance, quality, value, and connectivity.
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Customers find the installation process of the security camera to be easy. They mention that the app walked them through the setup process, which only took a few minutes. The design is clean, simple, and attractive, and it is a great camera to set up in a home. The magnetic feature and being able to effortlessly hang it without wiring are also appreciated features. Overall, customers find the product to be a good choice for ease of use, great picture, flexibility, and quick set-up.
"...It was extremely easy to setup.I installed one on my back porch and one on the front...." Read more
"...The set-up was effortless!..." Read more
"...until I'm absolutely sure where it will stay, it's very portable and convenient...." Read more
"Works nicely right out of the box. Set up was easy and straightforward, it only took about 5-10 minutes from opening the box to have it running and..." Read more
Customers like the picture quality of the security camera. They say it sees with very high-def at a couple hundred feet away, and produces HD video both day and night, with no severe blooming or image degradation. Customers are also impressed by the clear, wide angle, HD image that the camera produces.
"...almost a week, the battery level hasn't moved and the quality of video has been great.[..." Read more
"...the evening (I was too excited to wait until morning) and was amazed by the clear, wide angle, HD image that I viewed on my iPhone as I adjusted the..." Read more
"...It works very well in the dark. with 1080p. Ya really cant beat it...." Read more
"...The picture quality is as excpected. Overall, there is very little downside and a lots of upside with the Canary Flex." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the security camera. Some mention that the app is nice, on par with Yi, and the recorded events notifications all work on the app. However, others say that the camera no longer functions as advertised, the picture quality is low, and overall performance is significantly reduced.
"...Good material choices and details. The app is great and very easy to scroll through all my cameras and see what is happening in and around my house...." Read more
"...and-paste my google review: So this is a great concept and a relatively poor execution...." Read more
"...On the monitoring side, the iPhone app is easy to use, and very visual...." Read more
"...put the Canary app in the background for even a split second, the camera turns off and it has to reconnect when you go back to the app...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the security camera. Some mention that the look and feel of it is high end, with nice features and quality for the price. However, others say that it's the worst security camera they've ever owned, with poor quality and not reliable feedback.
"...All the products are very well designed and manufactured. Good material choices and details...." Read more
"...I discovered the system before the holidays because at this price point and quality, I plan on purchasing several as gifts this year!..." Read more
"...at this, I would avoid purchasing, not just because the device isn't very good, but because the company is very poor...." Read more
"...with long-time customers, because the actual product and hardware are of great quality. As a new user, I'm very happy with this camera." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the security camera. Some mention that it can run fully on battery, while others say that the battery is lacking. Some customers also mention that the camera is offline due to a flat battery after 3 days.
"...The alarming thing I noticed was I could already see a battery decrease in just an hour or two...." Read more
"...It is nice to have a rechargable battery that doesn't require the Flex to be plugged in or near an outlet most of the time...." Read more
"...on my phone saying that my canary is offline due to flat battery after 3 days I believe...." Read more
"...There is good news for the software - it doesn't drain the battery on my phone even with location service always on for the Canary app...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the security camera. Some mention that it's completely wire-free and has no major connectivity issues, while others say that it keeps going offline and the battery is not charged. The connection to the camera feed is intermittent, and it drops wifi connection for hours at a time.
"...The flexes drop connection at least one time a day and no matter where they are relative to the house. - There is a ~10 second delay from..." Read more
"...The camera will often mysteriously go offline for no apparent reason. My router is functioning and other devices are connected and pulling data...." Read more
"...This will help with identifying faces as well, which is something that you miss when you install everything up high.[..." Read more
"...This caused my pairing to fail multiple times as I did not permit Canary to have Location permissions, I didn't think it was necessary and didn't..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the security camera. Some mention it's effective while remaining reasonably priced, while others say that it'd be better off going with a Nest cam. The small monthly subscription fee is worth it, but the product is very expensive and is a waste of time.
"...I think it’s a nice camera that can use little improvements, it’s a bit expensive for what it offers compared to the Yi...." Read more
"...First off it is now cheaper and has the ability to be directly wired to your router. It also has the home health package missing on the flex...." Read more
"...support via chat only to find out this camera is now pretty much useless without a subscription...." Read more
"...It's not worth the money in its current released state. Skip this one until they get ahead of the issues." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the motion detection of the security camera. They mention that it does not capture motion, it stops recording at times, and it does so while viewing live. Customers also say that the video recordings freeze often, so they miss a chunk of the video. Customers are also disappointed with the 24 hours of recorded video via the Canary Cloud without a subscription.
"...It does not record all the time. It only starts recording once it picks up on someone or something moving. It is able to identify people and animals...." Read more
"...unilaterally reduced features of the free plan, which restricts video footage to just seconds and doesn't retain them past 8 hours...." Read more
"...As a stand alone camera inside our home, it gives details about motion and I liked the fact that it seemed to predict when we were home or away and..." Read more
"...You also only get 24 hours of recorded video via the Canary Cloud without a subscription. There is no SD card slot...." Read more
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Canary Flex Indoor/Outdoor, Wire-free or Plugged-in, Weatherproof HD Security Camera - Black
Canary All-in-One Home Security Device - Black
The unboxing was a beautiful experience. The packaging was well done and obviously designed for people that appreciate well crafted products. After plugging in the Flex and opening the Canary App, it was just a minute or two of labeling cameras and setting up wifi info, then I could watch live video through the Flex. It was extremely easy to setup.
I installed one on my back porch and one on the front. The back I used the secure mount because of the wind from the yard is pretty intense. The mount was very easy to install and adjust. The Flex at this location will be battery only. After almost a week, the battery level hasn't moved and the quality of video has been great.
Canary Secure Mount for Canary Flex - Black
In the front I am still playing with mount options. I used the Twist for a few days. It's a great mount for a camera you might be moving around to keep an eye on kids or pets. It's seems to be made from a very durable silicon. I will probably purchase the Stake Mount and install the camera in a potted plant I have near the front door. This will help with identifying faces as well, which is something that you miss when you install everything up high.
Canary Twist Mount for Canary Flex - Black
Canary Stake Mount for Canary Flex - Black
All the products are very well designed and manufactured. Good material choices and details. The app is great and very easy to scroll through all my cameras and see what is happening in and around my house. I have it set up to come alive and secure the area when I'm not at home and also when I go upstairs to bed.
[[ASIN:B01L1F9SLO Canary Flex Indoor/Outdoor, Wire-free or Plugged-in, Weatherproof HD Security Camera - Black]]
[[ASIN:B00NW31YSE Canary All-in-One Home Security Device - Black]]
The unboxing was a beautiful experience. The packaging was well done and obviously designed for people that appreciate well crafted products. After plugging in the Flex and opening the Canary App, it was just a minute or two of labeling cameras and setting up wifi info, then I could watch live video through the Flex. It was extremely easy to setup.
I installed one on my back porch and one on the front. The back I used the secure mount because of the wind from the yard is pretty intense. The mount was very easy to install and adjust. The Flex at this location will be battery only. After almost a week, the battery level hasn't moved and the quality of video has been great.
[[ASIN:B01M0FN6SU Canary Secure Mount for Canary Flex - Black]]
In the front I am still playing with mount options. I used the Twist for a few days. It's a great mount for a camera you might be moving around to keep an eye on kids or pets. It's seems to be made from a very durable silicon. I will probably purchase the Stake Mount and install the camera in a potted plant I have near the front door. This will help with identifying faces as well, which is something that you miss when you install everything up high.
[[ASIN:B01M0FN36I Canary Twist Mount for Canary Flex - Black]]
[[ASIN:B01LZSAIL2 Canary Stake Mount for Canary Flex - Black]]
All the products are very well designed and manufactured. Good material choices and details. The app is great and very easy to scroll through all my cameras and see what is happening in and around my house. I have it set up to come alive and secure the area when I'm not at home and also when I go upstairs to bed.
1: The device. The canary has a nice form factor, but it has a nice glowing ring when its recording video. Awesome, let's point out to all intruders that we're recording. So cool. Additionally, the motion sensor seems to be on the bottom, so placing this on a window sill or the like will expose the camera to record, but three inches below it is is the motion sensor, so that's hidden and so it will never record. Next, the motion sensor is FAR too sensitive. I've tried turning it down in their (incredibly clunky) app, but to no avail. I still get notifications when a car drives by on the street 100 yards away. (My camera is facing my front porch, from inside my house).
2: The company. THIS IS MY BIGGEST COMPLAINT. Previously, the device would record video from motion detect to motion stop and show me it. It also had a feature called "Night Mode", where I could be home and the device would record video when I was sleeping. This was on a free account. Guess what? They removed those features and put them ONLY in their PAID membership. REMOVING existing features? That is a poor business practice and terrible customer service. I guess they can't innovate anything new for their paid members, so they're going to try to force the paid membership down everyone's throats by REMOVING features! These features are part of the reason I bought the device, now they're removed.
3: The app. I'll just copy-and-paste my google review: So this is a great concept and a relatively poor execution. I'm only going to talk about the App here, not the actual device. The app is.. finicky. There are some basic UI design choices that I don't understand: 1) why does it take my entire screen, including covering my notification bar (Samsung Galaxy S7)? I would like to see my other notifications, including the current time, while I'm viewing the app. This should be an easy fix, but its there, and its weird. 2) I'm confused why this is designed like an "endless scroll" webpage and not like the standard UI. When I'm in the "timeline" view, if I flick down from the top of the page, it takes me to "Home". In every other Android App ever, a downward flick at the top of the page is "refresh", which this sorely needs, which leads me to... 3) Why can't I refresh the timeline view? It doesn't refresh by itself, ever. I have to exit the app (and I mean actually close it, not just home-key) and restart it to update the timeline. I'm assuming this is an MQTT interface, so this shouldn't be difficult to auto-update... Additionally, and I'm running out of space here, I'm ALWAYS getting "Cannot Connect to Server". Ouch.
All in all, my advice is to avoid Canary at all costs due to their crappy corporate ethics. I spent $200 on this thing and it is now worthless because they removed features. I know its in their EULA that they can do this, but damn... imagine if Apple removed FaceTime or Google removed Maps and put it behind a pay wall suddenly. Ouch.
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Then the trouble started…..the battery life is utterly terrible. No matter what you do. You can operate these wired to power but the point of having wireless cameras is so you can put them where you need them to be - not just within 3 metres of a power outlet. Mine are deployed where they need to be, both are within about 4-5 metres of my router and are set up for minimal detections to maximise battery life (I am often away during the week for work).
These cameras take over 12 hours to charge - you’d assume battery life (especially on the settings I’ve used to minimise detections and prolong battery life) would be in the order of weeks. Yet both of my cameras last less than 24 hours. One of them requires completely removing from the app and re-installing every time the battery runs down, as a new camera. I have no idea why.
I have had weeks of interaction with Canary Customer Support, tens of emails with multiple suggestions from them - which basically amount to making sure I’ve plugged the charging cable in properly and not much more. I actually suspect the support emails are being received and replied to by a Bot of some kind because they are largely nonsensical, repetitive, don’t track the thread of the conversation and do not help at all.
I’ve done everything that canary support has asked me to do - including forcing the cameras onto the 2.4Ghz SSID of my router which they said would fix things, (I knew it wouldn’t but did it anyway) but that actually made things even worse.
I am now going round in circles with their support emails and have had enough - I will be returning these cameras for a refund as they are simply not fit for purpose at all. It’s a shame because for the brief amount of time that they are up and running, their ability to detect motion and narrow it to people is great and the IR night vision mode is not bad at all
System can not be trusted as a security system.
Canary system is not reliable. About 20% of the time the system will not detect if users are in the house or out of the radius geofence location.
Very frustrating, required lot of time to play with the app and locations in order to find users location and work properly.
Nice toy. Not reliable.