Birdfy Feeder 2 Pro specs
| Brand | Birdfy |
|---|---|
| Type | Seed feeder |
| Camera | 2K auto-tracking close-up lens + 1080p wide lens, split view (2 lenses) |
| Slow motion | Up to 100 fps on the 2K lens |
| Night vision | Night vision |
| AI bird ID | Free AI ID. Unlimited automatic species ID on the free Basic plan. |
| Plans | Birdfy Plus (optional): $69.99/yr (60-day cloud history, longer clips, bird data; species ID stays free; Birdfy membership FAQ reference price; MacRumors quotes $6.99/month) |
| Storage | Free cloud: 30-day rolling clips + 5 GB saved collection · no microSD slot |
| Battery | 9,000 mAh |
| Solar | Solar panel included (3 W panel in the box) |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz |
| Capacity | 1.5 L seed |
| Squirrels | Some squirrel resistance. Alarm and two-way speaker built in; TechRadar found the alarm and lights do little against squirrels. |
| Weather rating | IP66 |
| Mounting | Pole, wall or tree via a removable mounting plate |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Price tier | $$$ Premium ($180–$260). See Amazon for today's price. |
- Birdfy lists a 2 MP 1080p wide lens and a 3 MP 2K portrait lens; operating range 14°F to 113°F.
- Amazon showed $259.98 against a $299.99 list price on Nov 12, 2026. A second Amazon listing (B0FKHB6646) showed $219.99 with similar copy; we couldn't confirm it ships the same bundle, so we link the main listing.
Specs are compiled from manufacturer listings and independent reviews and may change between production runs. Check the signal and sun at your spot with the placement checker before you mount it.
The Birdfy Feeder 2 Pro is Birdfy’s answer to a common smart-feeder problem: a wide camera sees the whole feeder but makes small birds look small. The Pro adds a second lens, a 2K portrait camera that tracks and frames the bird automatically, alongside a 1080p wide view. Add free unlimited species ID, a 9,000 mAh battery, a solar panel and a two-year warranty. Amazon showed it at $259.98 on November 12, 2026 (list $299.99). We haven’t tested it ourselves; this review relies on Birdfy’s specs, TechRadar’s review of the closely related Feeder 2 Duo, MacRumors’ Birdfy testing and owner feedback, each named where it appears.
Who it’s for
Photo-minded birders who want frame-filling close-ups and the full scene, without a subscription. If you mostly want reliable recording at a lower price, the Birdfy Feeder 2 uses the same feeder with a single 1080p camera.
The camera
Tracking close-ups plus the wide shot
Birdfy lists a 2 MP 1080p wide lens and a 3 MP 2K portrait lens. The portrait lens locks on to a bird and frames it, and the app’s split view shows both feeds. Birdfy claims slow motion at up to 100 fps on the 2K lens, handy for wingbeats and takeoffs.
TechRadar tested the same main camera in the Duo and described it as a panning camera for detailed photos and AI identification. MacRumors, also testing the Duo, liked the wide-angle footage and some crisp, vivid portrait shots, but hoped the portrait lens would be sharper at the price.
Free ID
Unlimited automatic species ID is free on Birdfy’s Basic plan, with 30-day rolling clips and 5 GB of saved storage. TechRadar and MacRumors both saw occasional misidentifications from Birdfy’s AI; MacRumors put it at good but not perfect. The optional Plus plan adds 60-day history and longer clips. See how smart bird feeder AI identification works.
Power and build
The 9,000 mAh battery and included 3 W panel are generous, and Birdfy rates the feeder for 14°F to 113°F. That lower limit is warmer than Bird Buddy’s -5°F rating, which matters in northern winters; read do smart bird feeders work in winter?. The body is IP66, made partly from recycled plastic, and mounts to a removable plate on a pole, wall or tree. Digital Camera World cites 1.5 L of seed for the Feeder 2 body.
MacRumors notes Birdfy’s pole mounts use adjustable metal hose clips that take longer to install than a simple hanger. Squirrel defenses are limited to an alarm and speaker; a metal seed guard and a pole baffle work better. Wi-Fi is 2.4 GHz only.
What it costs over time
There’s no required plan, so the three-year cost is the feeder plus seed. Even at $259.98, it undercuts a Bird Buddy plus Premium over three years. Check with the true cost calculator.
A note on listings
A second Amazon listing for the “Birdfy 2 Pro” showed $219.99 on November 12, 2026 with similar copy. We couldn’t confirm it ships the same bundle, so we link the main listing; read the box contents before buying the cheaper one.
Alternatives
- Birdfy Metal 2 4K: cheaper, 4K, chew-proof metal and dual-band Wi-Fi, but one lens with no tracking.
- Birdfy Feeder 2 Duo: adds a side camera.
- Birdbuddy Pro Solar: the better app, but ID costs extra.
The verdict
If close-ups matter, the Feeder 2 Pro is the smartest mid-premium buy: tracking 2K portraits, a wide view, free ID and a big battery. If squirrels or Wi-Fi range are your bigger problems, the Metal 2 4K is better value. Check the Feeder 2 Pro on Amazon, or compare it in Bird Buddy vs Birdfy.
Accessories and supplies for the Birdfy Feeder 2 Pro
Official and universal add-ons sold on Amazon: poles and baffles, solar, storage and the seed you'll keep buying. Check the listing confirms your exact model before you buy.
- Mounting109-inch heavy-duty bird feeder pole kit with 5-prong baseUniversal fit
Every feeder here needs a pole for the most squirrel-resistant setup; none include one. Adjustable height and a hook suit hanging Bird Buddy and Perky-Pet feeders. Birdfy and Kiwibit feeders clamp to a pole with their own bracket; check the pole diameter against the bracket.
- Squirrel-proofing19-inch squirrel baffle for bird feeder polesUniversal fit
A wide baffle on a pole placed about 10 ft from jump-off points beats any squirrel feature built into a feeder. Mount it 4–5 ft up; a baffle doesn't help if squirrels can jump from a roof, fence or branch.
- Squirrel-proofingMetal seed guard for Birdfy Feeder 2 seriesCompatible, third-party
Replaces the plastic seed guard on Birdfy's Feeder 2 bodies with chew-proof metal. Third-party part; check the listing for your exact Feeder 2 version.
- Solar5 W USB-C solar panel for Birdfy feeder cameras, 360° adjustable mountCompatible, third-party
More wattage for shady yards and short winter days, where a 3 W panel can't keep up with a busy two-camera feeder. Third-party; sold as compatible with Birdfy cameras.
- SeedWagner's 76027 Black Oil Sunflower Wild Bird Food, 25 lbUniversal fit
The one seed nearly every feeder bird eats. Buying 25 lb at a time keeps the cost per pound low, and over 13,000 Amazon ratings say the bags are consistent.
- SeedMorning Song Sunflower Hearts & Chips Wild Bird Seed, 10 lbUniversal fit
Hulled sunflower: no shells to clog a camera tray or pile up under the feeder, and small birds eat it faster. Costs more per pound than in-shell seed. Keep it dry; FeederWatch notes hulled seed spoils faster than seed in the shell.
- SeedPennington Select Safflower Seed, 15 lbUniversal fit
Cardinals, titmice and doves take it; squirrels and grackles mostly don't. A good switch when the feeder is being raided.
- SeedWagner's 62050 Nyjer Seed Wild Bird Food, 10 lbUniversal fit
The goldfinch and siskin seed. Nyjer is tiny and spills from most open-tray camera feeders. Use it in a separate small-port finch feeder placed in view of the camera, or a hopper with fine ports.
- SuetHeath DD4-10 All Season High Energy Suet Cakes (10-pack)Universal fit
Woodpeckers, nuthatches, chickadees and wrens. Put a suet cage next to a seed camera feeder, or use a suet-ball holder where the feeder supports one.
- SuetC&S Hot Pepper Delight No-Melt Suet DoughUniversal fit
No-melt suet for warm months, with hot pepper that squirrels tend to leave alone while birds eat it normally.
Compatibility checked November 2026. More in our bird feeder camera accessories guide.
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