Birdbuddy Pro solar feeder drops to $168 for Prime Day
The smart bird feeder includes a 5MP camera, solar panels and optional AI features, with Amazon selling it below its usual $240 price, The Verge reports.
By Hana Yoshida · Markets Reporter
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Amazon is selling the solar-equipped Birdbuddy Pro for $168 during Prime Day, according to The Verge. The discount matters for shoppers considering a connected bird feeder because The Verge says the model typically sells for about $240.
The Birdbuddy Pro is an internet-connected birdhouse designed to record backyard visitors, The Verge reports. The publication says the device uses a 5-megapixel camera to capture photos and videos automatically when birds arrive.
The Verge says the feeder can identify bird species and recognize repeat visitors. It also reports that the camera has a 115-degree field of view and supports slow-motion capture, giving owners a closer look at birds without going outside.
What the sale includes
The deal applies to the Birdbuddy Pro with solar panels, according to The Verge. A product card cited by the publication lists the Prime Day price at $168 and shows a 44% discount from $299.
The Verge describes the product as a smart birdhouse for a yard, with solar panels included in the discounted version. The report does not say how long the Prime Day price will remain available.
Free features and paid extras
Basic use does not require a subscription, according to The Verge. The publication says owners can access a personal livestream, 5MP photos and 1080p video without paying for a plan.
Some functions sit behind Birdbuddy’s Premium plan, The Verge reports. The publication says the paid tier is required to share a stream with friends and family, use AI bird identification features, or save video at the camera’s full 2K resolution.
The Verge says Premium pricing starts at $69.99 per year. The report does not list monthly pricing or other plan levels.
Build and capacity
The Birdbuddy Pro is built with a waterproof and UV-resistant housing, according to The Verge. The publication says the feeder can hold four cups, or one liter, of birdseed.
The sale places the device among Amazon’s Prime Day gadget discounts, The Verge reports. For buyers comparing smart home-style outdoor devices, the main trade-off is that the camera and livestream basics are included, while sharing, AI identification and full-resolution 2K video storage require the paid plan.
This story draws on original reporting from The Verge.