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Buying a Security Camera? Let’s Make It Easy - ft. the Reolink Trackflex Wifi! (Patreon)

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2026-01-17 12:46:32
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Well I've been working like mad on all sorts of camera projects over Christmas - a lot based on your recommendations!

Firstly - all of you that recommended Reolink originally to me - THANK YOU, they've always been great, but I DREAD to think how hard it would have been to do some of the more advanced things I'm now building, it's a dream!

Secondly - all of you that recommended Frigate - thank you! It too is awesome, I'm only scratching the surface at the moment of my end vision, but it's amazingly powerful!

And thirdly - Home Assistant.... it just rulez!

I've already shown you a few glimpses of how Reolink + Frigate + Home Assistant = Awesome - but I think I'm going to do a whole video about it to really show it off and give some quick start guides and tips for people to pinch!!

Ooh and Reolink messaged over Christmas to say there's a 2026 discount for my viewers - so if you are planning any cameras - MAKE SURE you use: 5% Coupon Code: Katie5 !!
.... then you can buy yourself another treat with the savings...... ;)


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Buying a Security Camera? Let’s Make It Easy - ft. the Reolink Trackflex Wifi!

There are cameras everywhere these days — but choosing the right one can be tricky! In this video, I cut through the noise and explain why I consistently choose Reolink, what actually matters when buying a security camera and how to pick the right type of camera for you. I break things down into three clear categories and show the strengths of each, from tracking parcel deliveries to monitoring workshops and projects. ⏱️ HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Intro 00:58 - What to look for in a security camera 03:38 - What this lets you do 04:47 - Choosing the right camera type 10:21 - Outro ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 📦 PRODUCTS MENTIONED AND USED (AFFILIATE LINKS ❤️) Grab the gadgets and help support the channel at the same time! 🏷️🏷️ 5% Coupon Code: Katie5 (valid on the official website until 12/31/2026) 🏷️🏷️ All of the cameras I used are listed below and are available from either of the following websites. * Reolink Official Website: https://reolink.com/product/trackflex-floodlight-wifi/?aff=507 * Reolink on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4pAEvEG 📹 TrackMix PoE 📹 TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi 📹 Elite Floodlight WiFi 📹 Duo 3 📹 RLC-121A I also love my doorbell cam (see https://youtu.be/zh4wofPnS6E for full video!) 📹 Video Doorbell PoE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🔨OTHER FAVOURITE PRODUCTS & 🎁 GIFT IDEAS: * See my latest recommendations at: https://handsonkatie.com/recommended-products/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎬 OTHER VIDEOS YOU MIGHT LIKE: * https://youtu.be/AQA31kRKMhY * https://youtu.be/zh4wofPnS6E * https://youtu.be/9wKcsDZB890 * https://youtu.be/PBS-jzJ29Xc -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🔗 STAY CONNECTED: ••• Follow me on your favourite Social Media! ••• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handsonk80/ YouTube (SUBSCRIBE!): https://www.youtube.com/@handsonkatie/ My website: https://handsonkatie.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 👍 SUPPORT MY CHANNEL: Your support fuels the madness and keeps the projects coming! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HandsonKatie/membership YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLqQ5m7AXj_oyUvLZPsts0Q/join -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🔔 STAY UPDATED: Hit the bell icon to get notified about my latest videos and join me on my maker's journey! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Comments

Paris Woodhams

Reolink + Home Assistant = awesome. I haven't integrated Frigate. I would like love to see some ideas on this.

TB

Loved the video - fun and really informative . I have had Anker cameras and clearly need to switch ip up - now I know what to get and what I have been missing

Sporticus52

Just a quick note to say thanks for the great content. You are a little gem 💎

Hands on Katie
>>200114598

Glad you enjoyed TB!! Oh I too went through the circus - I tried Arlo, then another brand before seeing the light!!

Hands on Katie
>>200062128

Exactly the same, Frigate just fits perfectly with HA and Reolink - AI number plate detection, facial recognition and all the rest is awesome to see popping up in HA. So you can say when MY car gets home do X, but when delivery van arrives (just log the usual number plates of your postal vans). It's great fun!

Mark Varley

I've been looking for a new doorbell camera and at this point I'm happy to jump to a new system for cameras, but what I need from a doorbell camera is to be able to see the floor directly below it, my current (Toucan) is a true 180 degree view, vertical as well as horizontal, I just tried Tapo (as my other cameras and smart sockets are all tapo) and the 160 degree view was only in the horizontal, landscape format capture couldn't get near the floor by my door. The view on the reolink doorbell looks promising but I wanted to ask about that as I remember you used one a few months ago, will it see a parcel left right by my door?

Paris Woodhams

Definitely sounds like an upgrade from my Reolink nvr. I use a lot of Reolink - Home Assistant automations as is. This sounds next level. Keep up the good work!