Moultrie cameras are junk

[nhn2a]

I used to use Molutrie cameras exclusively on my property but they would last just until the warranty ran out and then die. Too expensive to only get one season of use out of them.

 

[Jmnhunter]

i'm the guy that buys the cams up to $75, and usually get 2.5 to 3 solid seasons, some of these cams are on their 5th year(August to January), doesnt matter on the brand at the price point i've found. so $23 to $30/year/camera. Guys spending 100+, are you getting atleast 4 years of use?

 

[renello]

I've only seen them in some hunting magazine ads, but never looked into them at all. I'll have to check them out now.

No. Leave Cuddy's alone. Worst camera's ever but that was many years ago. They do not allow or support independent testing. Can not believe they still are in business. So sad how pathetic quality control is in this industry. If browning continues to get good reviews here that will be my next purchase.

 

[SG25]

i'm the guy that buys the cams up to $75, and usually get 2.5 to 3 solid seasons, some of these cams are on their 5th year(August to January), doesnt matter on the brand at the price point i've found. so $23 to $30/year/camera. Guys spending 100+, are you getting atleast 4 years of use?

Well now you have my curiosity of what brand of cameras you use. What's the MP on them? My buddy has cheaper cameras like you are stating and I would have a better chance of figuring out braille before what his cameras are taking pictures of.

 

[Sytes]

Seems the delay time from motion to pic snap / video start and the clarity are the crux of the almighty $. I've had the tail end of a wolf (primary use for myself) and 3/4 elk / deer / bear unless they happen to stop in my camera's area though the game trails are a bit tight so little room available (human placement issue ).

 

[SG25]

Seems the delay time from motion to pic snap / video start and the clarity are the crux of the almighty $. I've had the tail end of a wolf (primary use for myself) and 3/4 elk / deer / bear unless they happen to stop in my camera's area though the game trails are a bit tight so little room available (human placement issue ).

Ive had the same issue but these new browning cameras I picked up say they have a .2 trigger speed. I think a lot of my stealth cams have a 1s if I can recall correctly.

 

[Hilljackoutlaw]

I also have two $30 primos that I bought 8 years ago. Both work like new with good enough pic quality. Have one newer $100 primos that works half the time.
I've been pretty lucky with cams for the most part as long as they dont get stolen. But I buy exclusively browning now.

 

[lexfurther]

Are all of them junk or just certain models? I’ve had mixed experiences with trail cameras, and reading this thread made me laugh because I can relate. Some brands perform reliably, while others barely work — reminds me why I always check moultrie customer service before investing in new models. Trail cameras can make or break a hunting season depending on accuracy and durability. Sharing tips about setup, batteries, and placement is invaluable. It’s great when the community warns you before spending too much. I also appreciate the funny stories about wildlife caught on camera.

 

[Nuts]

My experience with cell cameras

1. Bought some cheap ones and nothing worked. It was early on in cell cameras
2. Bought the Reconyx with solar and booster antenna. Well over $1000 for 1 camera. Didn't work any different then the cheap ones
3. Went all in on Cuddylink. Ran 16 of them for a bunch of years. I thought they worked fairly well when they worked. However battery life stunk when linked. Updates didn't take. Constant trouble. I also had access to my buddies Reveal cameras. I thought they worked well but the cameras were more then I would pay
4. 2 years ago I gave the Cuddylinks away and went all in on Moultrie. Load up around black friday and get 2 for $99 or something like that. I like being able to get video if I want it. I like that the batteries last forever. I consider them cheap. Easy to use. No SD card to be stolen. I do not have constant issues like I did others. I agree the trigger speed could be quicker

 

[Agent82]

My experience with cell cameras

1. Bought some cheap ones and nothing worked. It was early on in cell cameras
2. Bought the Reconyx with solar and booster antenna. Well over $1000 for 1 camera. Didn't work any different then the cheap ones
3. Went all in on Cuddylink. Ran 16 of them for a bunch of years. I thought they worked fairly well when they worked. However battery life stunk when linked. Updates didn't take. Constant trouble. I also had access to my buddies Reveal cameras. I thought they worked well but the cameras were more then I would pay
4. 2 years ago I gave the Cuddylinks away and went all in on Moultrie. Load up around black friday and get 2 for $99 or something like that. I like being able to get video if I want it. I like that the batteries last forever. I consider them cheap. Easy to use. No SD card to be stolen. I do not have constant issues like I did others. I agree the trigger speed could be quicker

What model of Moultrie are you running that you have had good success with.

 

[Nuts]

Edge might be edge 2

 

[Agent82]

Edge might be edge 2

Thats helpful. It looks like you can now pair the camera with OnX maps. Have you used this feature? Any feedback on it?

 

[Nuts]

I have not used this.

 

[Agent82]

I have not used this.

Got it. Thanks for the reply

 

[jvanhoy]

Edge might be edge 2

My Edge and Edge 2s work great. No issues at all.

 

[ImNotGeorge]

Brownings are the best bang for the buck. I do like the models that need 8 batts better but they are all good.

Ditto. I started out with them some years ago. After several years, my original one now has problems with the night vision (grainy). The model is too old now to fix it. I still have three other Browning cams that are working fine. http://www.youtube.com/@happytrailcamstoyou9509
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