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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, and up to ten people can share one feeder.
- 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.
- A paid Family Premium membership is sold alongside, so check which features you need before buying.
- 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 a subscription for AI 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.
- AI bird identification requires a paid membership unless you buy the more expensive AI Free bundle.
- 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
| Bird Buddy Pro Solar Smart Bird Feeder | 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 |
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).