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Let\u2019s get this part out of the way first: Trail cameras are a pain in the ass. Batteries die, SD cards get corrupted, settings get messed up, and squirrels trigger thousands of useless images. So why would you make your trail camera strategy more complicated by throwing in cellular cameras, which require network connection and pairing with apps? Simple, it\u2019s because when you finally have the best cellular trail cameras linked up and set properly, they provide you with constant, realtime scouting information that will help you pattern deer.\u00a0<\/p>\n

With that in mind three diehard deer hunters spent the last year testing the top cellular trail cams. We ran them in the field and conducted a standardized backyard walkthrough test. Our results will help you pick the best cellular camera for your hunting style and area.\u00a0<\/p>\n

How Cellular Trail Cameras Work<\/h2>\n

All the cell cams in this test have a similar basic setup process. First you download an app from the company. Then you set up a plan, load the camera with batteries, a sim card, and an SD card, pair the camera with the app (by scanning a QR code with your phone) and then establish your camera settings. When set in an area with cell service, the camera will send photos (or videos) to the app. Plans for each company are structured differently, but there are usually monthly or annual options ranging from about $5 per month to more than $20 per month.\u00a0<\/p>\n

How We Tested the Best Cellular Trail Cams<\/h2>\n
Our setup for testing trail cameras. Scott Einsmann<\/i><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Each cellular trail camera was set to its fastest shooting mode and highest sensitivity. Markers were placed at 10 feet, 60 feet, and 110 feet. Then the tester walked past the camera (left to right and then right to left) at a medium pace at each given distance. The walkthrough test was then repeated at night. The test is meant to measure the camera\u2019s detection range, trigger speed, shutter speed, and flash range. We looked for blank photos, failures to trigger, blurry images, and overall photo quality.\u00a0<\/p>\n

From there, we set each camera in the field to see how it performed in real world conditions. We set cameras in areas that had reasonable cell service. In the field, we evaluated the camera\u2019s photo quality, reliability, and ease of setup. This included the ability to use each camera\u2019s app to review and sort photos.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Test Team and Locations<\/strong><\/p>\n

Scott Einsmann, gear editor, Virginia
Drew Palmer, contributor, Kansas
Alex Robinson, editor-in-chief, Minnesota and Wisconsin<\/p>\n

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Why It Made the Cut <\/strong>
This high-performance camera has a super-fast trigger speed, impressive night vision, and a five-year warranty.<\/p>\n

Key Features<\/strong><\/p>\n