HARYMOR Smart Bird Feeder with Camera, 1.5L Capacity

For backyard birdwatchers who want to see more than a quick glimpse at the feeder, the HARYMOR adds a camera, phone alerts, and AI species identification to a 1.5L seed container. It’s also set up for sharing: a family member can join the live view, so a visit can turn into a small bird-watching moment instead of something only one person catches.

A phone alert can be useful when you’re indoors or away from the yard. Just keep in mind that AI identification requires a subscription, and video storage has separate conditions.

How to use it

Mount the feeder with the included strap on a tree or use the bracket on a wall or fence. There’s also a base hole for a pole, but the pole is sold separately. That hole is compatible with a standard 1-inch (2.68 cm) diameter birdhouse pole, without that measurement, you can’t confirm whether an existing pole will fit.

Once installed, the camera captures 2K HD video and photos across a 120° view, while arrival alerts let you check a visit on your phone. Picture getting a notification while making breakfast, then opening the live feed to see a bird picking at the seed. The included fruit fork, jelly cup, and honey jar give you more ways to attract visitors than seed alone. Who wouldn’t want to know what just landed in the yard? The AI feature identifies over 10,000 bird species, but using it requires a subscription.

Pros

• The camera and instant arrival alerts make it easier to catch visits you might otherwise miss.
• Two built-in solar panels and an adjustable external panel are designed to supply power without relying only on a conventional setup.
• A mesh barrier is intended to keep squirrels from taking seeds, and a built-in siren adds another deterrent.
• One-tap sharing lets you invite up to 4 people to watch the live stream.
• You can choose a local memory card or cloud storage. The card is sold separately, cloud storage includes a 2-year trial with 3-day loop recording.

Spec sheet

• Type: Smart outdoor bird feeder with camera
• Capacity: 1.5L
• Video: 2K HD, 120° viewing angle
• Power: Solar roof with two built-in panels and an adjustable external panel
• Weather rating: IP65
• Storage: Local memory card up to 128GB (sold separately) or cloud storage with a 2-year trial
• Mounting: Tree strap, wall or fence bracket, or base hole for a pole sold separately

When it makes sense

You’ll appreciate it if you want remote views and shared live moments, rather than a basic feeder that only holds seed and leaves you to watch from the window. The solar panels, mounting options, and included attractor accessories add flexibility, though the app, subscription requirement for AI identification, and separate storage or pole purchases are part of the setup to factor in.

Better avoided if you want a simple, no-camera feeder or don’t want to manage app-based viewing and storage choices. The feeder’s feature set is aimed at people who enjoy checking on backyard visitors, anyone expecting detailed identification without a subscription may find that limitation decisive.