Reolink Smart Detection is based on traditional motion detection or PIR detection but with advanced algorithms and technology, which can tell person, vehicle, pet, or animal, etc. from other objects. Read this article to learn more about Reolink Smart Detection.

Applies to: Which Camera Supports Smart Detection

Table of Contents

1. What Is Reolink Smart Detection

2. Advanced Smart Detection with Specific Identification

1. What Is Reolink Smart Detection

Reolink’s new IP cameras unite security and intelligence to tell the differences between the motion of a person, a vehicle, a pet, an animal, and other moving objects. The new cameras can tell real threats and greatly avoid the false alarms issue.

Users will get notified of the important events only and enjoy the convenience of customizing the motion alerts to essential events they truly care about. Based on advanced motion detection, the recorded videos can be filtered by human activities, moving cars, moving pets, moving animals, or other motion events, allowing users to find and replay the most important video footage with ease on the Reolink App/Client.  

The below pictures show you how you can know if there is a moving person/pet/vehicle/animal captured by the camera.

Picture 1 (Left). The camera detects a moving person when you're previewing the camera on the Reolink App. You can see the running man icon on the top right indicating a moving person.

Picture 2 (Right). You can find out motion recordings of certain types, such as persons and pets. Recordings of the selected type will be presented above the timeline.

person live view filters 

2. Advanced Smart Detection with Specific Identification

Below, you'll find an overview of the supported camera models for each detection type. Click on the detection type you're interested in for more details. For instructions on configuring Smart Detection and using it with features like recording, push notifications, and email alerts, check out this article: How to Setup Smart Detection Alert.

  • Person Detection

    Applies to: All cameras.

    Reolink's Person Detection uses advanced algorithms to identify human figures accurately, reducing false alarms from non-human movement. This precision ensures you receive relevant alerts about genuine security threats and can respond quickly to potential intrusions.

  • Vehicle Detection

    Applies to: All cameras except Reolink Video Doorbell PoE/WiFi (black & white), E1 Series.

    Reolink's Vehicle Detection identifies and alerts you to cars, trucks, and other four-wheeled vehicles, but does not detect two-wheeled vehicles like bicycles or motorcycles. It minimizes false alarms by focusing on significant vehicular movement.

  • Pet/Animal Detection

    Applies to: You can refer to the table below.

    PoE & Wi-Fi (plug-in) Cameras E1 Series E1 (IPC_566SD53MP),E1 Pro(IPC_NT1NA45MP/IPC_566SD54MP),E1 Zoom(IPC_NT14NA8MPSD6/IPC_566SD664M5MP),E1 Outdoor PoE,E1 Outdoor Pro,E1 Outdoor(IPC_566SD85MP),E1 Outdoor CX,E1 Outdoor S,E1 Outdoor SE PoE
    Lumus Series

    Reolink Lumus(IPC_NT1NO24MP)

    Reolink Lumus Pro
    CX Series CX410,CX410W,CX410C,CX810
    Add-on Series

    B/D500(IPC_MS1NO25MP/IPC_515B8M5M_V2),

    B/D800(IPC_5158M8M_V2),B/D1200,V500,V800,V1200,B500W,B800W,V800W
    RLC Series RLC-510A/RLC-520A(IPC_MS1NA45MP/IPC_523128M5MP_V2),RLC-540A,RLC-510WA(IPC_MS1NA45MP),RLC-810A/RLC-820A(IPC_56064M8MP/IPC_523128M8MP),RLC-830A, RLC-840A,RLC-811A(IPC_560B158MP/IPC_523128M8MP),RLC-833A,RLC-843A,RLC-81PA,RLC-81MA,RLC-823A,RLC-823A 16X,RLC-823S1,RLC-823S2,RLC-810WA,RLC-811WA,RLC-823S1W,RLC-840WA,RLC-843WA,RLC-1212A,RLC-1224A,RLC-1240A
    Duo Series Reolink Duo 2 PoE,Reolink Duo 2 WiFi,Reolink Duo 3 WiFi,Reolink Duo 3 PoE,Reolink Duo Floodlight PoE,Reolink Duo Floodlight WiFi,Reolink Duo 2V PoE,Reolink Duo 3V PoE
    TrackMix Series Reolink TrackMix PoE,Reolink TrackMix WiFi,Reolink TrackMix Wired LTE

    Battery-Powered

    Cameras

    		 Argus Series Argus 3E(BIPC_NT1BNO23MPW3C10H),Reolink Argus 3 Pro(BIPC_566MIX16M35C10F5MP/BIPC_566MIX16M35C10E4MP),Argus Eco Pro(BIPC_566MIX16M35B2325MP),Reolink Argus PT(BIPC_566MIX16M35SD965MP),Argus 3 Ultra(BIPC_560MIX16M35C10G8MP),Argus Eco Ultra(BIPC_560MIX16M35B238MP),Argus PT Ultra(BIPC_560MIX16M35SD938MP),Argus 4 Pro,Argus 4,Argus Track
    Altas Series Reolink Altas PT Ultra(BIPC_NT14BNO38MPW4SD13V4),Reolink Altas PT(BIPC_NT14BNO34MPW4SD13V2)
    Duo Series Reolink Duo 2(BIPC_529MIX32M35B17B6MP/BIPC_BIPC 529MIX32M35B17B28MP),Reolink Duo 2 LTE(BIPC_529MIX4G32M21B17B6MP/BIPC_529MIX4G32M21B17B28MP)
    TrackMix Series Reolink TrackMix(BIPC_560MIX32M35SD724MP/BIPC_NT2BNO38MPW4SD7V6),Reolink TrackMix LTE(BIPC_560MIX4G32M21SD724MP/BIPC_560MIX4G32M750SD738MP),Reolink TrackMix LTE Plus
    Go Series Reolink Go Plus,Reolink Go Ultra,Reolink Go PT Plus,Reolink Go PT Ultra,Reolink KEEN Ranger PT,Reolink Go Ranger PT

    Reolink's Pet/Animal Detection distinguishes between pets, wildlife, and other motion. It offers precise alerts for various animals, helping you monitor and protect your pets. Currently, supported animals include but are not limited to: cats, dogs, horses, sheep, cattle, bears, deer, badgers, pigs, foxes, raccoons, skunks, squirrels, otters, minks, wolves, bobcats, birds, chickens, geese, etc. 

  • Visitor Detection

    Applies to: All Reolink Video Doorbell series cameras.

    Visitor Detection alerts you when someone presses your video doorbell, integrating with your doorbell camera for real-time notifications and live video feeds. This feature enhances security by allowing you to see and communicate with visitors at your doorstep.

  • Package Detection

    Applies to: Reolink Video Doorbell PoE/WiFi (white), Reolink Video Doorbell (Battery).

    Reolink's Package Detection recognizes and notifies you of package deliveries to your doorstep, helping to prevent theft and ensure you don’t miss any deliveries. It focuses on packages to reduce false alerts and provide accurate notifications.

  • Crying Sound Detection

    Applies to: E1 Pro (hardware version IPC_NT1NA45MP), E1 Zoom (hardware version IPC_566SD664M5MP) with latest firmware in 4.51 App.

    This feature uses intelligent algorithms to detect baby cries and triggers actions like video recording and push/email notifications. When parents can't always be by their baby's side, cry detection offers a reliable way to stay informed without constantly checking footage, making caregiving more convenient.

  • Animal Recognition

    Applies to: Reolink Go Ranger PT and KEEN Ranger PT.

    While most cameras detect animals generally, the Reolink Go Ranger PT and KEEN Ranger PT can specifically identify stags, antlerless deer, and turkeys. As specialized hunting cameras, they provide detailed notifications in alerts or emails, specifying the exact type of animal detected.