Moultrie Mobile EDGE Pro 32/100

The Moultrie Mobile EDGE Pro represents an updated iteration of the Moultrie Mobile EDGE trail camera. 

While this newer version addresses certain known issues and limitations, most of the drawbacks persist.

First of all, the price has increased from $99.99 to a whopping $179.99!

In terms of technical details, the PRO version has increased photo resolution from 33MP to 36MP, and it now supports 1080p video recording, up from 720p. 

Notably, the illumination has shifted from low-glow to no-glow, reducing the likelihood of alarming camera-shy animals but resulting in notably darker nighttime images.

Despite the addition of False Trigger Elimination Technology, our experience suggests a significant rise in false trigger incidents compared to the old EDGE version. 

Integrated memory remains limited to only 32GB, with no provision for external memory cards.

Regarding pricing, the lowest mobile plan remains unchanged at $10, providing only ten videos. For $16.99, users can access 50 videos. 

It's worth noting that Moultrie does not presently offer an unlimited video subscription, and additional downloads incur extra charges.

Importantly, this camera is unique in that it does not permit direct access or downloading of your files. 

Essentially, the manufacturer retains control over your files and restricts access until payment is made. 

This means even testing the camera at home requires an upfront payment.

Furthermore, the camera relies on an active subscription and is non-functional in areas without cellular connectivity. 

It includes a six-foot mounting strap and a quick-start guide pamphlet, although the user manual is not included as required by law.

The EDGE Pro is covered by a 2-year limited warranty.

Our encounter with this camera has been nothing short of a colossal headache and relentless frustration.

Right from the outset, misfortune seemed to be our constant companion.

Following our initial deployment, we received some pictures, but this flow suddenly ceased. While the camera's design suggests daily test picture transmissions, in reality, we were fortunate to receive them once every three days.

Given the camera's placement in a relatively busy location, our suspicions grew stronger, signaling that something was amiss.

The camera purported a healthy status, a robust mobile connection, and the occasional test image would sporadically materialize on our screens. 

With the majority of our cameras scattered across different locations, miles apart, there existed no straightforward method to ascertain the root of the issue.

Then, out of the blue, nearly three exasperating weeks later, an inundation of hundreds of images flooded our screens.

In our attempts to address this alarming issue with Moultrie's support, they dismissively brushed it aside, offering a feeble excuse, claiming they had encountered "some technical issues."

When questioned about their failure to disclose these matters on their website, their response lacked any plausible explanation.

The issue of non-disclosure extends further.

The fact that this trail camera mandates an active subscription for operation is conspicuously absent from both the product website and the retail packaging.

Likewise, the camera's obfuscation of image access and download capabilities is a severe and non-disclosed limitation.

To our knowledge, this camera stands alone in the market by denying users any access to their files without exorbitant fees.

When we sought clarification, the customer service response mumbled something about their unique integrated memory, which is a spurious assertion, as other cameras with integrated memory allow access via USB-C cable or WiFi and Bluetooth.

The most disheartening aspect of this ordeal is the lack of transparency surrounding these critical facets. 

While some may opt to categorize it as "questionable business practices," our research into this matter led us to internet posts where users unambiguously labeled it as an outright scam. 

In all honesty, the act of concealing essential information transcends the boundaries of a mere bait-and-switch tactic; it unquestionably qualifies as a scam. 

Therefore, it comes as no surprise that some users have chosen such strong language to describe their experience.

It is abundantly clear that the manufacturer is fully cognizant of these limitations, and we have strong suspicions that locking files behind paywalls was a carefully orchestrated scheme. 

We firmly believe that this camera was engineered to extract money from unsuspecting users, and the absence of disclosures only bolsters this conviction. 

To make matters worse, the device arrives without a comprehensive user manual containing essential specifications, a legal requirement.

Instead, it is accompanied only by a "Quick-Start Guide" pamphlet devoid of any pertinent specs or information.

To provide an alternate perspective, envisage purchasing a new iPhone, only to discover that Apple neglects to inform you that viewing, downloading, or sharing images is off the table.

Instead, your files are inaccessible and uploaded to the cloud. You are then mandated to cough up payment just to view your own photos and videos from your device.

In sum, opting for any other trail camera from a reputable brand proves to be a significantly wiser choice, sparing users from the ceaseless headaches and unending frustrations that this particular camera imposes.