Swann 8 Channels POE NVR Kits vs Reolink

Swann introduces new 8 channels POE NVR security kits with 4k upscaling technology with heat and motion trigger sensor light for color night vision at more economical price than similar products like Reolink or Lorex and still more.

8 Channels POE NVR

One of the security camera kits that Swann recently released is SWNVK-876808 which is an 8 channel poe nvr security system with 8pcs NHD-875WLB security cameras with digitally enhanced upscaling technology to provide 4K resolution & zoom. We’ll compare this security kit with Reolink 4k security kits which is sold around $ 100 more expensive than Swann.

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What this product does

Like most NVR systems in general, the Swann NVR-8580 is an 8-channel POE NVR system with a resolution of up to 4k with the H.265 compression format to save up to 60% more efficient H.264 compression format.

And in this package includes 2TB of hard disk storage which can save your video footage from snapshot alerts for months which is then overwritten from the beginning when it’s full. If necessary, you can add up to 6TB maximum of hard disk storage capacity.

Upscalling 4k technology

What Swann offers in the Swann NHD-875WLB security camera has a 4k resolution, a resolution that is enhanced with digital upscaling technology to produce an image with a 4k resolution that is comparable with 4k security camera that comes with 4k CMOS image sensor such as that offered by Reolink D800.

Swann does not provide detailed specs on the image sensor, focal length and frame rate as provided by Reolink with a complete data sheet about the image sensor, focal length and maximum lens aperture. Maybe this is related to the upscaling resolution technology, so it’s different data spec, who knows.

Smart alerts

One of the smart alerts applied to the Swann Nhd-875wlb security camera is a heat and motion sensor that detects the heat of the human body or vehicle as well as motion, thereby reducing the possibility of a false alert. Reolink D800 security camera only triggers motion detection to send an alert which might give false alerts.

Active deterrent

One more thing that is different between Swann and Reolink is the spotlights. Swann is equipped with white LEDs spotlight that when it is triggered can provide ambient light illumination up to 32ft (10m) away so that the camera can record color night vision. Under normal circumstances without spotlights, the camera provides black and white night vision up to 140ft away. Reolink D800 series is not equipped with spotlights like the Reolink Lumus series.

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Even though it is not equipped with a loud siren, Swann with this spotlight LEDs can function as an active deterrent which allows the intruder to cancel his crime intentions any further. See also GW Security AI 8 channel vs Lorex active deterrent system.

Take a look at the following table 1 that shows you spec comparison table between Swann Nhd-875wlb and Reolink D800 4k security camera.

Table 1 Swann vs Reolink 4k Camera

Security camera	Swann NHD-875WLB	Reolink D800
Resolution	4K (3840 x 2160)	3840 x 2160 (8.0 Megapixels) at 20 frames/sec
Lens	Unspecified	4.0mm fixed lens f/2.0
view angle	80 degree	87.5 degree horizontal, 47 degree vertical
Night vision	130ft/40m (total darkness) Up to 32ft/10m (Color with Sensor Light)	30 Meters (100ft) (LED: 18pcs/14mil/850nm) IR-Cut Filter with Auto-Switching
Spotlight	4x White LEDs	N/A
Smart event	True detect PIR heat and motion sensor PIR sensor up to 23ft (7m)	Smart Alarm Motion-Triggered Alerts
Audio	One way audio with built-in microphone	One way audio with built-in microphone
Local memory Storage	N/A	N/A
Power	POE	PoE IEEE 802.3af; 48V Active DC Power DC 12.0V ⎓ 1A; < 8W
Housing	IP66 rated	IP66 weatherproof
Price	$119.99	$74.99

Table 2 below shows you spec and features comparison between the two NVR systems. See that Swann NVR-8580 is an 8-channel NVR POE system as opposed to Reolink Rln16-410 which is a 16-channels NVR POE system. The preinstalled and maximum hard disk capacity is also different.

Table 2 Swann 8Ch vs Reolink 16Ch

NVR System	NVR-8580	RLN16-410
Video input	8 channels with built-in 8-port POE switch	16 channels with built-in 16-port POE switch
Resolution	Up to 4k (8MP) with H.265 compression format	Up to 4k (3840 x 2160)
Video output	VGA, HDMI up to 4K	VGA (1920p), HDMI (3840 x 2160)
Storage	Preinstalled 2TB, up to 6TB	Preinstalled 3TB, up to 8TB
playback	Frame Rate up to 15fps @ 5MP	Synchronous Playback Up to 4 Channels
Included # cameras	8x Swann Nhd-875wlb cameras	8x Reolink D800 cameras
Price in bundle	$799.99	$899.99

Swann SWNVK-876808 security kit with 4k resolution upscaling technology, color night vision and active deterrent feature is tagged with lower price, $100 cheaper than Reolink kits. Reolink 16 channels NVR system kit that comes with 8pcs of true 4k resolution security cameras is tagged with the price around $899.99. This Reolink 16 channels security camera system kit is getting very popular with excellent customer rated in Amazon (#Ads).

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