Testseek.com have collected 51 expert reviews of the D-Link Omna 180 and the average rating is 74%. Scroll down and see all reviews for D-Link Omna 180.
September 2017
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The editors liked
1080p Full HD Recording
Apple HomeKit compatible. Opens up possibilities with its motion sensing
Wide angle lens (fisheye effect)
Sleek and compact design
Dynamic bitrate adjustment when live viewing
Omna app is simple
Easy to understand and use
Extremely easy to set up… if all works smoothly
High quality picture
Auto recording
Works extremely well in Apple eco-system
Simple setup
Good quality in light and dark
Good motion detection features
Apple HomeKit compatible
Small
Stylish
Easy to use
Nice aesthetic
Two-way audio and video
Great Field of View
Convenient
Easy to Setup
The editors didn't like
Obviously only works if you are invested in Apple products (Apple HomeKit will work if you have an iPad or Apple TV to act as a Hub)
Cannot really be mounted to a wall or ceiling
Night vision has a short range (works great at home
But probably not for
Need two Apple devices for remote viewing and operation
A little more information in the manual would be nice
No control buttons in app in landscape mode
Tricky to access remotely
Apple only
Can drop out of Wi-Fi range and needs rebooting
Tied to Apple devices only
Needs to be plugged in constantly to ensure reliable working
Published: 2017-03-29, Author: Juli , review by: macrumors.com
Simple setup, HomeKit-level encryption, 180 degree field of view, Infrared for recording at night, No subscription fees,
No cloud storage, Motion detection isn't customizable enough, Need to buy separate microSD card, No sound activation, movement only, Can't easily save footage to iPhone, Can't view recorded footage in Home app, No zoom, Can't turn off LEDs
If you have an extensive HomeKit setup or are interested in HomeKit products, the Omna is worth checking out. If you don't have a HomeKit setup, there's no real reason to get the Omna -- it's clearly been designed to work with HomeKit and the app is a lit...
Published: 2017-03-19, Author: Ken , review by: geekdad.com
Abstract: I've had a few Wi-Fi-connected cameras for testing over the years, and while having a live view into your home can provide a level of safety and security, they've always felt like early adopter devices, requiring a little extra work to setup and use At le...
Published: 2017-03-13, Author: Chris , review by: slashgear.com
Abstract: Apple's HomeKit makes a simple promise: take the disparate parts of the connected home, and bring them together under one straightforward umbrella. Still, the stringent requirements around things like security and ease of setup has meant partner devices h...
D-Link's $200 Omna security camera captures 180 degrees of zoned motion activity and promptly sends related push alerts. View locally saved videos in the app and download unlimited clips with a microSD card reader. Ask Siri the status of your security cam
The Omna doesn't offer sound alerts or work with Android devices. Its HomeKit integrations are limited to a relatively small number of compatible devices, especially when you compare it to Amazon Alexa
Don't buy D-Link's Omna camera unless you're completely dedicated to HomeKit and are willing to wait for a broader range of products to work with the smart home platform...
Published: 2017-02-27, Author: Neil , review by: appleinsider.com
For all of the pros and cons of the hardware and software associated with the Omna 180, for most users it's going to come down to a decision of whether the free local micro SD storage is an asset or a detriment. If you're OK with the SD card usage and th...
Published: 2019-04-03, Author: Stephen , review by: whatmobile.net
Abstract: The Omna 180 cam HD – £118.89 available from AmazonMore of your homes becoming smart homes so having security is now a must more than ever. Here at What Mobile, we have covered a number of security options from our friends D-Link and the Omna 180 cam HD i...
HomeKit ease-of-use, 180-degree lens, MicroSD card slot, Full HD resolution
HomeKit lacks some automation options, No cloud storage, File management woes
If you're an iOS user and want to connect everything in your smart home through HomeKit right now, then yes — just know that it comes with the usual growing pains of being an early adopter. If you can hold off, we recommend doing so. At $200, the Omna 180...
D-Link's $200 Omna security camera captures 180 degrees of zoned motion activity and promptly sends related push alerts. View locally saved videos in the app and download unlimited clips with a microSD card reader. Ask Siri the status of your security cam
The Omna doesn't offer sound alerts or work with Android devices. Its HomeKit integrations are limited to a relatively small number of compatible devices, especially when you compare it to Amazon Alexa
Don't buy D-Link's Omna camera unless you're completely dedicated to HomeKit and are willing to wait for a broader range of products to work with the smart home platform...
