Spartan GoLive 3 M (Cellular) Review

Trailcampro Comprehensive Score:

93/100
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Spartan GoLive 3 Trail Camera Review

The Spartan GoLive 3M Cellular Camera is a highly durable and versatile trail camera with excellent programmability. It offers a much wider field of view compared to many other models. The daytime imagery is exceptionally clear, while nighttime footage shows only minor motion blur. One standout feature is its live-view capability, which allows users to record in real time—ideal for both hunting and security applications. Additionally, Spartan cameras send the full video file directly, eliminating the need to download low-quality thumbnails first. - TCP Staff

Model # GL3-Mb | Manual

 

Trailcampro Comprehensive Score:

 93/100

Picture Quality:                                             92/100

 8 Mpxl Photos (interpolated)  |  1080p Video Resolution

Battery Life:  Incomplete (See Battery Section)

 Using 15 pics day + 15 pics night  |  Using 15 vids day + night

Trigger Speed & Detection:                         96/100 

 Trigger & Recovery: 0.4 s.  -  8.2 s.  (Pictures)  | 0.39 s.  -  15.4 s.  (Videos)  |   100 ft. Range

Quality of Design:                                        94/100

  12 AA Batteries  |  12-volt External Battery Jack  |   Internal Viewer

 Review

 Pros

  • Wide Field of View (Fish Eye Lens)
  • Wide Detection Angle
  • Live Feature (Record live feature
  • Easy Latch
  • Programmability
  • Schedule Operation Hours Daily
  • Turn PIR On/Off
  • PIR Sensitivity Adjustments
  • Photo + Video
  • Camera Password
  • Time Lapse

 Cons

  • Micro SD card
  • SD card slot in battery tray (Not easily accessible) 
  • Recovery speed not consistent
  • Little bit of motion blur
  • Little bit of whiteout 

 

 

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Picture Quality:  92/100

Photo resolution:  8 mpxl (interpolated)

(To learn more about Megapixels and interpolation click HERE)

Video resolution:  1024 * 576 @ 30 fps (Transmitted) 1080p @ 30fps (Not transmitted)

Flash Type: No Glow

Photo Format: .JPG

Video Format: .MOV


 

 

 

Battery Life:    n/a/100

 

 

Picture & Video Resting Power (on): n/a

Picture Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption: n/a

Power tests were not completed.  This camera functions off an internal battery on all events.  The AA battery pack or the 12 volt DC connection are only used to charge the internal battery.  The AA  charge rate is about 100ma and about 300ma at the 12 volt DC connection.  If a trigger occurs during a charge cycle, the charging is stopped and the camera powers off the internal battery to take a picture or video.  This design is different from the circuits that use a comparator to select and use the battery pack that has the greater voltage.  

Until we are able to test this accurately, this category will remain incomplete.

 

 

Detection Circuit:     96/100

 

Picture Trigger & Recovery Speed:  0.4 s.  |  8.2 s.

Video Trigger & Recovery Speed:   0.39 s.  |  15.4 s. 

Detection Range & Angle:  100 ft @ 62° detection angle (84° f.o.v.)

Transmission Speed (Can Vary): 12.98 s.

 

 

 

Quality of Design:     94/100

 

Dimensions:  3" x 4" x 5.5"

Battery Type:  12 AA

External Battery Jack: Direct-connect solar panel supported, 12V SLA battery, 12V DC adapter

SD Card Size: MicroSD, Class 10, up to 128GB

Country of Origin: China

 

Case Design

The Spartan GoLive 3 feels solid and well-constructed. The case is sturdy, the antenna port is secure, revealing a new solid antenna, and the latch opens and closes smoothly. The battery tray slides out easily, revealing the micro SD card slot tucked inside the compartment. While this hidden placement offers some protection, micro SD cards can be tricky to handle—they're small, easy to drop, and, with any luck, won’t get lost in the leaves. On the bottom of the back, there is a rubber cover for a Solar Panel to screw into. 

On the back of the camera, there’s a threaded insert for a Slate River mount and a metal bracket designed for use with a Python cable lock. The antenna also features an extra-thick gasket, which should help keep moisture out of the camera.

 

 Camera Setup

    Cellular Setup Instructions

    1. Download The Spartan Camera Management App.
    2. Click Register to create an account, or Login if you have an existing account.
    3. Check your email and click the activation link. (If registering a new account)
    4. Return to the app. Login, and click the + located in the upper left corner.
    5. Either scan the camera's MEID/IMEI barcode by tapping the icon on the right, or manually type the MEID/IMEI numbers.
    6. You will then be prompted to purchase your data service. If you already purchase your data, please click YES.
    7. Follow the instructions on the screen to locate your registration code for the camera. Input the code and click Add.

    Durability

    The vast majority of consumer-grade trail cameras are inexpensive, imported devices exposed to harsh conditions 24/7/365.  Most manufacturers only offer a one-year warranty. Through our 2-year warranty program we've tracked the warranty rate for all manufacturers. We do not publish this data but durability on Spartan trail cameras is great. Spartan will have their own 2-year warranty on all their cameras.

     All test results are achieved through the use of proprietary equipment used exclusively by Trailcampro.  Any re-publication of this data without prior written consent is strictly prohibited by law. COPYRIGHT TRAILCAMPRO, L.L.C. 2025, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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