At a glance
| Reolink | Tiandy | |
|---|---|---|
| About | Direct-to-consumer favourite — PoE, Wi-Fi, battery and 4G cameras with no licence fees and a genuinely good app. | A fast-growing challenger brand — strong colour night vision and AI features at prices that undercut the majors. |
| Origin | China | China |
| Popular lines | RLC PoE cameras, Argus battery range, Reolink Go 4G | Color Maker series, Super Starlight, Easy7 platform |
Where Reolink wins
- No subscriptions required for core features
- Strong battery and 4G range for off-grid spots
- Simple ONVIF support on most PoE models
Where Tiandy wins
- Color Maker night vision punches above its price
- Generous spec sheets at entry pricing
- Growing local distributor support
Which should you choose?
Honestly: it depends on your property, coverage needs and budget — the right answer for a four-camera home is different from a warehouse or a farm. We install both Reolink and Tiandy, so the recommendation you get from us is based on what fits, not what's on the shelf.