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Wyze Cam v4

From $44.98 · Score 74
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Verdict

The Cam v4 is a general security camera that Babylist lists as its affordable Wi-Fi option: high-definition video, two-way talk and motion alerts through the Wyze app for near $36, a fraction of dedicated monitor pricing.

It is not a baby monitor: no parent screen, no lullaby or temperature features, and cloud clips plus smart alerts need Cam Plus at $2.99 a month. A Wi-Fi outage ends the view entirely.

What we liked

  • Near $36 price
  • Colour night vision
  • Two-way talk in the app

What we didn't like

  • Not a dedicated baby monitor
  • Smart alerts need a paid plan
  • No view without Wi-Fi

Specifications

Published specifications for Wyze Cam v4
Image2.5K camera, phone app
RangeWi-Fi, anywhere with internet
BatteryNone (camera is mains powered)
ConnectionWi-Fi, encrypted
ExtrasLocal card slot; Cam Plus optional
Warranty1 year

Dimensions

2.5K camera, phone appRange Wi-Fi, anywhere with internet
Diagram from published dimensions.

Safety & sources

Recall check

CPSC recall search by model name: no recalls found for Cam v4 as a baby monitor, checked 2026-11-11 Checked Nov 11, 2026 — CPSC SaferProducts.gov

Certifications
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Sources
  • Price: www.wyze.com — List price from the manufacturer page, checked Nov 11, 2026 (checked Nov 11, 2026)
  • Specs: www.babylist.com — Babylist description: HD video, remote viewing, two-way audio, motion alerts (checked Nov 11, 2026)
  • Safety record: www.cpsc.gov — CPSC recall search by model name: no recalls found for Cam v4 as a baby monitor, checked 2026-11-11 (checked Nov 11, 2026)
  • Parent evidence: www.babylist.com — Babylist frames it as a budget-friendly alternative, not a dedicated monitor; summarized (checked Nov 11, 2026)

Desk score

74Adequate · 70–79
Security · 30%7.2

Wi-Fi camera with account sign-in per Wyze; no CPSC recall found; score reflects cloud dependence, not a breach finding

Ease of use · 30%7.8

App only; no dedicated screen or baby-specific handset

Battery · 20%6.4

No parent unit; battery score reflects phone-only use

Parent evidence · 20%7.9

Babylist affordable Wi-Fi pick as a budget alternative; summarized

Scored from published specs, safety certifications, recall records and parent ratings. We do not buy or handle the products.

2.5K camera, phone app
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Wi-Fi, anywhere with internet
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Prices checked Nov 11, 2026.

Notes · Nov 2026

We score from the published record: the manufacturer’s specs, including listed range and battery life, plus published connection and encryption details, checked in November 2026. We do not buy or handle the products.

Parent evidence: 7.9 — Babylist affordable Wi-Fi pick as a budget alternative; summarized

Last updated Nov 2026 · Prices last checked Nov 11, 2026.

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