The Baseus X1 Pro solar-powered security camera is unlike anything else in its tier for one big reason: it has two lenses, each with its own motor, so you can automatically track and monitor different areas at the same time. Despite a $270 MSRP and a street price of $160, today you can score it for just $130 using PCWorld’s exclusive promo code at checkout: PCWX1PRO. That’s an all-time lowest price for this model.
With two lenses, the X1 Pro covers a much wider area than normal security cameras that only have a single lens. Both lenses can auto-track their own individual subjects at the same time, so it’s especially good if you mount it on one corner of your house, allowing you to keep watch over two entire sides with a single device. Each lens has a 3K resolution and a 210-degree angle, and footage can be stored locally on a microSD card up to 512GB in size (not included).
But it’s also impressive with its built-in solar panel. We’re seeing lots of outdoor security cameras come with solar charging now, but the X1 Pro’s panel tracks the sun’s position and auto-adjusts for better efficiency. Baseus says 20 minutes of sun exposure provides 24 hours of camera operation, and the backup battery lasts up to 150 days.
Which means the X1 Pro isn’t the right pick if you don’t get a lot of sunlight, whether due to climate, tree cover, or something else. It also lacks native smart home integration with all the major platforms, so it’s not the right choice if you want a security camera that works seamlessly with Google Home, Apple HomeKit, etc.
For a single camera that offers extra-wide coverage and self-sufficiency via solar power, the Baseus X1 Pro is a solid pick—especially now that it’s available for $130 with code PCWX1PRO at checkout.