# Soliom BF08 Review (2026): Pros, Cons & Price > Soliom BF08 review: 2K smart bird feeder camera. AI terms unclear, solar panel included. Specs, subscription costs, pros, cons and our 7.1/10 verdict. - Source: https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/soliom-bf08/ - Markdown version: https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/soliom-bf08.md - Last updated: 2026-11-12 --- - [Home](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/) - [Compare feeders](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/) - Soliom BF08 2K Smart Bird Feeder (Solar) 7.1 ![Soliom BF08 2K Smart Bird Feeder (Solar)](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/_astro/soliom-bf08.BP9WpJH1_ZrlGLh.webp) Soliom · Budget # Soliom BF08 2K Smart Bird Feeder (Solar) Review The lowest price for a solar camera feeder with a big hopper and squirrel deterrents. - 2K - AI terms unclear - Solar panel included - 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi $$$$ Budget Price tier: Budget price tier · see Amazon for today's price [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRM3SCS8?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20)[See alternatives](#alternatives) Opens Amazon in a new tab. By [Bird Feeder Camera Guide Editorial Team](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/about/) · Updated November 12, 2026 · [How we score](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/how-we-research/) Our score comes from manufacturer specs, professional reviews and owner reports. We haven't tested this feeder ourselves; where a test result appears, we name the outlet. ## The verdict The BF08 is the budget pick if you want a big, solar-powered, squirrel-resistant camera feeder for under $60. Treat AI ID as a bonus rather than a promise, since Soliom doesn't spell out the terms on this listing. For free ID from a better-documented app, spend about $40 more on a Birdfy Classic. ### What we like - $58.99 on Amazon (list $129) with a 5 W solar panel included - Huge 2.7 L hopper with drainage holes - Metal, chew-resistant build with siren and spotlight deterrents - 560+ Amazon ratings averaging 4.3 stars ### Watch out for - AI ID terms aren't stated; expect a trial and possibly a subscription - No independent review we could verify - 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only - Camera quality is basic next to 4K rivals ## Score breakdown Camera & capture 6.8 AI ID & app 6 Build, power & squirrels 7.6 Value incl. subscription 8.6 AI terms unclear. [Run the true cost](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/tools/true-cost-calculator/#model=soliom-bf08&years=3) ## Soliom BF08 specs | Brand | Soliom | | --- | --- | | Type | Seed feeder | | Camera | 2K camera with siren, spotlight and two-way audio | | Night vision | Spotlight (color) | | AI bird ID | AI terms unclear. AI ID for 10,000+ species is advertised; the BF08 listing doesn't say whether it's free (Soliom's hummingbird listing describes a one-month free AI trial). | | Storage | Soliom Pro app (terms not stated on the listing) · no microSD slot | | Battery | 5,000 mAh | | Solar | Solar panel included (5 W panel in the box) | | Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz | | Capacity | 2.7 L seed | | Squirrels | Some squirrel resistance. Metal construction plus app-triggered siren, spotlight and two-way audio. | | Mounting | Pole, wall or tree | | Warranty | Not stated on the listing — confirm before buying | | Price tier | $ Budget (under $100). See Amazon for today's price. | - All specs from Soliom's Amazon listing (checked Nov 12, 2026); we found no independent test to cite. 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](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/tools/placement-checker/#model=soliom-bf08) before you mount it. The Soliom BF08 is the cheapest solar camera feeder we track: a 2K camera, a 5 W solar panel, a 5,000 mAh battery, a big 2.7 L metal hopper and app-triggered deterrents. Amazon showed it at $58.99 on November 12, 2026, against a $129 list price, with more than 560 ratings averaging 4.3 stars. We haven’t tested it ourselves and found no independent review we could verify, so every spec here comes from Soliom’s listing. ## Who it’s for Budget buyers who want a big, solar-powered camera feeder that stands up to squirrels and can live without guaranteed species ID. If free, well-documented ID matters, the [Birdfy Classic](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/birdfy-classic/) costs about $40 more. ## Camera and alerts The 2K camera captures photos and video automatically when birds visit and sends alerts with snapshots through the Soliom Pro app. It also streams live. A spotlight provides light at night. Image quality is basic next to the 4K [Kiwibit Solar 4K](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/kiwibit-solar-4k/) or [Birdfy Metal 2 4K](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/birdfy-metal-2-4k/), but fine for watching and sharing on a phone. ## The AI question Soliom advertises AI identification of 10,000+ bird species with species information in the app. The BF08 listing doesn’t say whether that’s free or for how long. Soliom’s hummingbird camera listing describes a one-month free AI identification trial for new users, which suggests a paid plan may follow. Treat ID as a bonus rather than a promise. For feeders that state free ID clearly, see [best smart bird feeders without a subscription](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/posts/best-smart-bird-feeder-without-subscription/), and for what you might pay with a plan, use the [true cost calculator](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/tools/true-cost-calculator/#model=soliom-bf08&years=3), which lets you enter a custom subscription price. ## Build, capacity and squirrels ### Big hopper At 2.7 L, the BF08 holds far more seed than a Bird Buddy (0.9–1.4 L) or a Birdfy (1.5–1.8 L), and drainage holes help keep seed dry. That means fewer trips outside, especially in winter, and a feeder that can go a long weekend without running dry. ### Metal and deterrents Soliom describes a durable metal build that resists chewing, plus a siren, spotlight and two-way audio you can trigger from the app. Reviewers of other brands’ alarms, such as TechRadar on Birdfy’s, found sound and light deterrents do little against determined squirrels, so pair the feeder with a [pole](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH7YNJKZ?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20) and a [baffle](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NZHXCQ8?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20). Our [squirrel-proof camera feeder guide](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/posts/best-squirrel-proof-camera-feeder/) has the full setup. ## Power and Wi-Fi The 5 W panel is larger than the 3 W panels many rivals include, which helps in partial shade and in winter. The battery is 5,000 mAh. Wi-Fi is 2.4 GHz only. Check signal and sun at your spot with the [placement checker](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/tools/placement-checker/#model=soliom-bf08), and see [smart bird feeder Wi-Fi problems](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/posts/smart-bird-feeder-wifi-problems/) if the connection drops. ## Setup tips Give the 5 W panel the sunniest spot its cable reaches, angled toward the low southern sky in winter. Pair the feeder near the router first, then move it out. And because the hopper is so large, clean it on a schedule: Project FeederWatch recommends washing seed feeders every week or two, more often in wet weather. ## What to weigh - No independent test to confirm camera quality or durability. - Unclear AI terms. - 2.4 GHz only. - Excellent price, capacity and solar wattage for the money. ## Alternatives - **[Birdfy Classic](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/birdfy-classic/)**: free ID and a proven app for $99.99. - **[birdsnap TUC](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/birdsnap-tuc/)**: a 32 GB card in the box for local recording. - **[Perky-Pet Solar Camera](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/perky-pet-solar-camera-feeder/)**: a mechanical squirrel guard and no fees, but no AI ID. ## The verdict For under $60, the BF08 gives you a big, solar-powered, squirrel-resistant camera feeder. Buy it for the hardware and the price, not for ID you can’t confirm. [Check the Soliom BF08 on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRM3SCS8?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20), or see the alternatives in our [best budget bird feeder cameras](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/posts/best-budget-bird-feeder-camera/). Ready to buy? · 7.1/10 Soliom BF08 2K Smart Bird Feeder (Solar) $$$$ Budget Price tier: Budget · 2K · AI terms unclear [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRM3SCS8?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20) ## Accessories and supplies for the Soliom BF08 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. - Mounting**109-inch heavy-duty bird feeder pole kit with 5-prong base**Universal fitEvery 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.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH7YNJKZ?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20) - Squirrel-proofing**19-inch squirrel baffle for bird feeder poles**Universal fitA 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.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NZHXCQ8?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20) - Seed**Wagner's 76027 Black Oil Sunflower Wild Bird Food, 25 lb**Universal fitThe 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.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O2T24OA?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20) - Seed**Morning Song Sunflower Hearts & Chips Wild Bird Seed, 10 lb**Universal fitHulled 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.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FCN16Z67?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20) - Seed**Pennington Select Safflower Seed, 15 lb**Universal fitCardinals, titmice and doves take it; squirrels and grackles mostly don't. A good switch when the feeder is being raided.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMPRKF65?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20) - Seed**Wagner's 62050 Nyjer Seed Wild Bird Food, 10 lb**Universal fitThe 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.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000OOKJ58?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20) - Suet**Heath DD4-10 All Season High Energy Suet Cakes (10-pack)**Universal fitWoodpeckers, 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.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000HHJKM0?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20) - Suet**C&S Hot Pepper Delight No-Melt Suet Dough**Universal fitNo-melt suet for warm months, with hot pepper that squirrels tend to leave alone while birds eat it normally.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BLCXBB4F?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20) - Mealworms**I LOVE WORMS Dried Mealworms, 5 lb**Universal fitThe bluebird magnet, and a favorite of wrens, chickadees and robins. A small handful in a tray-style camera feeder brings species that ignore seed.[Check price](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C4P87HX7?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20) Compatibility checked November 2026. More in our [bird feeder camera accessories guide](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/accessories/). ## Featured in our guides - [Best Budget Bird Feeder Cameras (2026): Good Smart Feeders Under $130](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/posts/best-budget-bird-feeder-camera/) - [Best Solar Bird Feeder Cameras (2026): Built-In Roofs vs Separate Panels](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/posts/best-solar-bird-feeder-camera/) - [Smart Bird Feeder Gift Guide 2026: The Best Camera Feeders to Give, From $59 to $330](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/posts/smart-bird-feeder-gift-guide-2026/) - [Best Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeder Cameras (2026): What Actually Stops Squirrels](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/posts/best-squirrel-proof-camera-feeder/) ## Soliom BF08 FAQ ### Is AI bird identification free on the Soliom BF08? The listing doesn't say. It advertises AI identification of 10,000+ species, but not whether that's free. Soliom's hummingbird feeder listing describes a one-month free AI trial for new users, so a subscription may apply. Check in the Soliom Pro app before relying on it. ### Does the Soliom BF08 come with a solar panel? Yes. The listing includes a 5 W solar panel and a built-in 5,000 mAh battery. ### Is the Soliom BF08 squirrel-proof? It's squirrel-resistant. Soliom describes metal construction that resists chewing, plus app-triggered siren, spotlight and two-way audio to scare squirrels off. We found no independent test of how well that works. ### How much seed does it hold? 2.7 liters, one of the largest hoppers we track, with drainage holes to keep seed dry. ### Does it work on 5 GHz Wi-Fi? No. Soliom says it supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and is not compatible with 5 GHz. ## Sources - [amazon.com (B0BRM3SCS8)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRM3SCS8?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20) Not sold yet? ## Alternatives to the Soliom BF08 ![birdsnap TUC 2K Bird Feeder Camera with 32 GB Card](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/_astro/birdsnap-tuc.DegjoR-k_ZNMUbf.webp) ### [birdsnap TUC 2K Bird Feeder Camera with 32 GB Card](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/birdsnap-tuc/) 7.0 - 2K - AI ID needs a plan - Solar panel included Privacy-minded and patchy-Wi-Fi homes that want local storage in the box and don't need species names. $$$$ Budget Price tier: Budget today's price on Amazon [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CB13JBS6?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20)[Read the full review](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/birdsnap-tuc/) ![Birdfy Classic Smart Bird Feeder (2K)](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/_astro/birdfy-classic.Bv6MAe8r_2Ug3j.webp) ### [Birdfy Classic Smart Bird Feeder (2K)](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/birdfy-classic/) 7.7 - 2K - Free AI ID - Solar optional First-time buyers on a budget who want a proven brand and free ID. $$$$ Budget Price tier: Budget main listing on Amazon [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B56BVWBM?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20)[Read the full review](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/birdfy-classic/) ![Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Mini (4K Solar)](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/_astro/kiwibit-feeder-2-mini.CZRhEiLc_2cOtrH.webp) ### [Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Mini (4K Solar)](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/kiwibit-feeder-2-mini/) 7.5 - 4K - AI ID needs a plan - Built-in solar roof Small spaces and budget 4K: a compact solar feeder with local storage, if you're fine paying for ID or skipping it. $$$$ Mid-range Price tier: Mid-range today's price on Amazon [Check price on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H1RLSG6W?tag=birdfeedercameraguide.com-20)[Read the full review](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/kiwibit-feeder-2-mini/) [Compare all 16 feeders →](https://birdfeedercameraguide.com/bird-feeders/) ## Helpful guides [Top picks ### The 8 Best Bird Feeder Cameras of 2026: Smart Feeders Ranked by Camera, AI ID and True Cost The best bird feeder cameras of 2026, ranked: Birdfy Metal 2 4K, Bird Buddy Pro Solar, Birdfy Feeder 2 Pro and more, with subscription costs and solar notes. 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