Introduction to Reolink Smart Detection

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

• Person Detection
• Vehicle Detection
• Pet/Animal Detection
• Visitor Detection
• Package Detection
• Animal Recognition

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.

2. Advanced Smart Detection with Specific Identification

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

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.

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.