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Bird Buddy Pro Solar Smart Bird Feeder vs BirdSnap Smart Bird Feeder with Camera (P55n)
Which should you buy? Our verdict on both, pulled from our full The Best Smart Bird Feeders: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) comparison.
Bird Buddy wins on build, weatherproofing and the most polished feature set, with a published IP67 rating and full dimensions. BirdSnap gives a higher-resolution sensor, a bigger hopper, local storage and a longer warranty for less, and it is the better buy if you mind paying for a subscription.
Bird Buddy Pro Solar Smart Bird Feeder
Buy itThe most polished smart feeder here, IP67 rated with a solar roof and extra alerts for sick birds and pets.
- IP67-rated camera module, a detachable solar roof, a 3800 mAh rechargeable battery and USB-C charging.
- Fully dimensioned: the feeder is 9 x 6.3 x 6.89 in, holds 3.8 cups (0.9 L) of seed and weighs 1.32 lb empty.
- App features include species recognition, naming repeat visitors, sick-bird alerts and pet alerts; automatic identification, named regulars and ten-guest sharing come with the paid Family Premium membership.
- The page contradicts itself on the camera: the headline says 2K video and 5MP photos, the spec table says 1080p video and 2 megapixel photos.
- Automatic bird identification needs the paid Family Premium membership; the feeder-only option has manual identification.
- 3.8 cups of seed is less than the BirdSnap's 4 lb hopper.
BirdSnap Smart Bird Feeder with Camera (P55n)
Buy itA 5MP, 2.5K feeder with solar, local storage and a big hopper included, and free in-app bird ID.
- The P55n uses a 5MP sensor for 2.5K live video, with a 160 degree wide-angle lens and night vision.
- Every model includes a solar panel and a 5200 mAh battery, and BirdSnap includes a 32 GB card so clips are stored locally.
- A 4 lb seed hopper, IP65 weatherproofing, two-way audio, add-on fruit, jelly and hummingbird feeders, and a 24-month warranty.
- Longer cloud history and clips of up to 3 minutes need a paid membership, though BirdSnap's page says in-app bird identification itself is free.
- Without a membership, cloud history is 3 days and auto-recorded clips are up to 20 seconds.
- IP65 is a lower weather rating than Bird Buddy's IP67.
Side by side
The 8 criteria below are the ones our full comparison judged every product on, narrowed to these two.
| Bird Buddy Pro Solar Smart Bird Feeder Our pick | BirdSnap Smart Bird Feeder with Camera (P55n) | |
|---|---|---|
| Our verdict | Buy | Buy |
| Best for | Buyers who want the most refined app and weatherproofing, and gift buyers. | Buyers who want high resolution and local storage without paying premium prices. |
| Price tier | $$$ · premium | $$ · mid-range |
| Video and photo | Headline 2K and 5MP, spec table 1080p and 2MP | 2.5K video, 5MP sensor |
| Field of view | 122 degrees | 160 degrees |
| Power | 3800 mAh, solar roof included | 5200 mAh, solar panel included |
| Storage | App and cloud | 32 GB card included, plus cloud |
| Bird ID | Automatic ID needs paid Family Premium; manual ID free | Free in-app ID, membership optional |
| Weather rating | IP67 | IP65 |
| Seed capacity | 3.8 cups (0.9 L) | 4 lb |
| Warranty and returns | 30-day free returns | 24 months |
Which one is right for you?
Pick the Bird Buddy Pro Solar Smart Bird Feeder if
buyers who want the most refined app and weatherproofing, and gift buyers.
Know before buying: the page contradicts itself on the camera: the headline says 2K video and 5MP photos, the spec table says 1080p video and 2 megapixel photos.
Pick the BirdSnap Smart Bird Feeder with Camera (P55n) if
buyers who want high resolution and local storage without paying premium prices.
Know before buying: longer cloud history and clips of up to 3 minutes need a paid membership, though BirdSnap's page says in-app bird identification itself is free.
The bottom line
Our overall pick is the Bird Buddy Pro Solar Smart Bird Feeder - The most polished smart feeder here, IP67 rated with a solar roof and extra alerts for sick birds and pets. Choose the BirdSnap Smart Bird Feeder with Camera (P55n) instead if buyers who want high resolution and local storage without paying premium prices.
Want the full picture, including the other options we compared and the popular one we'd skip? Read the complete The Best Smart Bird Feeders: 4 Compared (and One to Skip).