Smart home devices have experienced a notable increase in popularity lately. A recent survey reveals that 45 percent of U.S. households with internet connectivity possess at least one smart home gadget, with 18 percent owning six or more.
Keeping this trend in mind, we executed the Readers’ Choice Smartest Home survey to discover the smart home gadgets our readers utilize. Participants evaluated a range of devices, and the winners were declared in various categories. Blink stood out as a prominent victor in the home security camera category, achieving the top overall satisfaction score.
How Mashable readers assess Blink
We requested readers to rate their Blink security camera devices on a scale from 1 to 10 (10 representing the highest score) across different criteria, such as video and audio quality, reliability, and motion detection. Here’s how Blink measured up against other brands. (Engage with the chart below by clicking the arrow buttons or using the dropdown menu.)
Comments from Blink users
Alongside ratings, we collected opinions from Mashable readers regarding their experiences with Blink, both positive and negative.
Numerous respondents highlighted that Blink cameras were simple to install and operate. Others commended Blink’s sturdiness and favorable customer service interactions. One respondent noted, “The cameras have performed exceptionally well in various weather conditions.”
Conversely, some readers raised concerns about the brief video clips. One user remarked, “Cameras sometimes capture the middle or end of a motion event indoors, missing people until they exit the home, and I only receive the video of the door shutting without knowing who it was.” Another added, “The short clips can be exasperating. I often miss the start or finish of occurrences due to the short length.”
Overall, one reader summarized, “Despite the minor issues, I’m quite satisfied with my Blink Outdoor Security Camera System. It offers a good level of security for my home at a fair price. I would suggest it to anyone seeking a straightforward and user-friendly home security option.”
Blink earned a score of 7.8 out of 10 from our readers when asked about their willingness to endorse the brand.