Cameras integration
Blink OutdoorvsReolink E1
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
Blink Outdoor
1/5
ecosystems (native)
Reolink E1
2/5
ecosystems (native)
Better pick| Ecosystem | Blink Outdoor | Reolink E1 |
|---|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | ⚠ Workaround required | ⚠ Workaround required |
| Amazon Alexa | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Google Home | ✕ No | ✓ Native support |
| Samsung SmartThings | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Matter | ✕ No | ✕ No |
Which should you buy?
Reolink E1 supports more ecosystems natively. If you want the fewest workarounds, it's the stronger pick.
Reolink E1 works natively with Google Home, where Blink Outdoor requires a workaround or has no support.
Blink Outdoor
Legend
✓ Native supportWorks out of the box✓ MatterSupported via Matter standard⚠ Workaround requiredPossible with a bridge/hub✕ NoNot supported