Best Bird Feeders With Cameras, Tested and Reviewed (2026)
CommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyyou’ve probably seen a smart bird feeder or know someone who has one. They’re fairly recognizable from a distance with their clear housing, cameras, and solar panels, and perhaps a friend or family member has sent you a photo or video of a bright goldfinch or handsome woodpecker (guilty). The question at this point, then, is whether these things are really worth the $100-plus price tag. Are they actually durable? And what about the squirrel problem?Lucky for you, we’ve been testing the most popular smart bird feeder models, including Netvue’s original Birdfy Lite feeder ($140) and Birdbuddy’s Pro ($179), for over a year—in rain, snow, and heat, and in a yard with persistent squirrels. We’ve explored…
