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Reolink Duo 3 PoE

Reolink

mid local: excellentFully controllable on your LAN with no internet dependency. EthernetONVIFRTSP
Price
$229.99 verified Nov 3, 2026
HA fit
excellent
Offline
yes
Setup
moderate
Hub needed
no

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Reolink Duo 3 PoE - Dual-lens 180-degree panoramic view covers what would normally require two separate cameras

Quick verdict

The Reolink Duo 3 PoE is one of the best local-first options for wide outdoor coverage. Its dual lenses create a single 180-degree view that often replaces two separate cameras, reducing blind spots and mounting complexity. It needs decent storage bandwidth, but for driveways and long facades the coverage payoff is excellent.

Standout: Dual-lens 180-degree panoramic view covers what would normally require two separate cameras.

Notes last checked May 31, 2026.

Compatibility snapshot

Home Assistant excellentFull local control, no cloud needed. Native Home Assistant integration or a local protocol.
Apple Home noneNo official support on this platform.
Google Home goodWell supported, with only minor gaps.
Alexa goodWell supported, with only minor gaps.
Works offline yes
Setup moderate
Extra hub needed no
Power poe

Local control facts

  • Home Assistant: reolink integration, Local Push, Platinum on the quality scale (home-assistant.io, checked Oct 10, 2026)

Why it stands out

  • dual-lens design provides a super-wide 180-degree panoramic view
  • 16MP resolution (two 4K lenses) stitched into a 180° panorama for detailed coverage
  • PoE ensures reliable power and data with zero cloud dependency

Reasons to hesitate

  • the 16MP stitched stream is heavy for NVR and Frigate setups
  • the stitched panoramic image can show distortion at the seam
  • bulky form factor compared to single-lens cameras

Best for

  • covering wide areas like driveways or backyards with a single camera
  • PoE setups running Frigate or Blue Iris for local NVR recording

Avoid if

  • you need a compact, discreet camera
  • your recording system struggles with a single 16MP stream

Privacy and local-control notes

You can run this camera fully local over PoE using RTSP/ONVIF with NVR software like Frigate, Blue Iris, or Synology Surveillance Station. Cloud features are optional, so footage and events can remain entirely on your own network.

Home Assistant support: supported · integration path: Reolink (native).

Buying reality check

Price notes: It costs more than a single standard camera, but often replaces two units plus extra cabling. For wide scenes, the total system cost is usually favorable once you factor in fewer mounts and cleaner coverage.

Verified price reads: lowest seen $119.99, latest $229.99 on Nov 3, 2026.

  • Nov 3, 2026$229.99amazon
  • Oct 27, 2026$229.99amazon
  • Oct 26, 2026$209.99amazon
  • Oct 19, 2026$178.49amazon
  • Oct 13, 2026$229.99amazon
  • Oct 12, 2026$209.99amazon
  • Oct 10, 2026$229.99amazon
  • Oct 8, 2026$119.99amazon

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  2. · Firmware

    Reolink app 4.59 and later turns RTSP and ONVIF off by default

    On Reolink app versions 4.59 and later, RTSP and ONVIF are disabled until you enable them under the camera’s Server Settings. Frigate and Home Assistant need them on. If a Reolink camera that used to stream stops after an app update, this is the first thing to check.

From the change log and the news briefs that name this product.

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