REOLINK Go Plus 2K 4G LTE Solar Security Camera: features and who it suits

The REOLINK Go Plus is a rechargeable outdoor camera that uses a 4G LTE cellular connection rather than Wi-Fi, and comes with a solar panel for charging. It is a stand-alone unit with no hub needed, aimed at places where a normal wired or Wi-Fi camera would be hard to install.

How the cellular connection works

Instead of joining a home network, the camera sends alerts and video through a mobile network. That means it can sit at a cabin, a trailer, a work site or the end of a long driveway. It also means you need a cellular data plan and adequate signal at the spot. The listing notes that the camera does not support Wi-Fi connection or 24/7 recording; it records when it detects motion.

Power from the solar panel

The camera has a high-capacity rechargeable battery, and the included solar panel adds a charging option so it doesn't run out of power. How well that works depends on sunlight, season, and how often the camera triggers. Follow the manual for panel placement.

2K video and night vision

At 4MP (2K), footage is sharper than basic HD, with more detail to look at when you go back over events. Infrared LEDs support night vision of up to 10 metres (33 ft). Infrared video is typically black and white, and the range is a brand figure for ideal conditions.

Recording and storage

When motion is detected, the camera records to a microSD card of up to 128GB and to REOLINK Cloud. REOLINK says the cloud history is accessible via the app or web page and that a 7-day cloud video history is free. Check the current terms for cloud storage beyond that. The listing describes the storage as encrypted.

Smart detection and two-way talk

Person and vehicle detection is meant to cut false alerts, and you can filter saved videos by detection type, which makes finding a particular event faster. A built-in microphone and speaker allow two-way talk, so you can speak to someone at the camera. REOLINK also says you can share live view with family or friends.

Who it suits

It suits remote or temporary locations without Wi-Fi or mains power: holiday properties, farms, building sites, and storage areas. It is less suited to anyone wanting continuous recording, which the listing states it does not support.

What to check before you buy

• Mobile coverage: confirm signal from your carrier at the mounting spot.
• Data plan: check current plan terms and expected data use.
• No Wi-Fi or 24/7 recording: make sure motion-triggered recording meets your needs.
• microSD card: check card requirements and capacity up to 128GB.
• Sunlight: the panel needs regular direct light to keep the battery topped up.
• Privacy and local rules: check rules on recording public areas or neighbouring property.

The short version

• A stand-alone 2K (4MP) camera on 4G LTE, with a solar panel and rechargeable battery.
• Night vision up to 10 m (33 ft).
• Person and vehicle detection, two-way talk, and remote live view in the app.
• Records on motion to microSD (up to 128GB) and cloud, with a 7-day cloud history.
• No Wi-Fi connection and no 24/7 recording, as the listing states.

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