Stealth Cam Spectre 4K Pro (Cellular) Review

Trailcampro Comprehensive Score:

In Progress

 

Stealth Cam Spectre 4K Pro Review

 - TCP Staff

Model # STC-SPCTR4KC 

 

Trailcampro Comprehensive Score:

 In Progress/100

Picture Quality:                                             In Progress/100

 40 Mpxl Photos (interpolated)  |  1080p Video Resolution

Battery Life: 19.9 Months (pics) | 4.3 In Progress (videos)

 Using 30 pics day + 30 pics night  |  Using 15 vids day + 15 vids night

Trigger Speed & Detection:                        92/100 

 Trigger & Recovery: 0.21 s.  -  1.1 s.  (Pictures)  | 0.59 s.  -  3.7 s.  (Videos)  |  130 ft. Range

Quality of Design:                                        85/100

  16 AA Batteries  |  12-volt External Battery Jack  |  No Internal Viewer


 Review

 Pros

  • Easy latch
  • Antenna on side
  • PIR Zone Selection
  • Rack Alert
  • Ai Images to get best photos of Buck
  • 360 Degrees
  • Easy Latch
  • Simple App
  • No SD Card
  • Live View
  • On Demand
  • False Image Detection
  • Operation hours

 Cons

  • The antenna is flimsy
  • 16 AA Batteries
  • No user interface

 

 

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Picture Quality:  In Progress/100

Photo resolution:  40 mpxl (interpolated)

Video resolution:  4K

Flash Type: Red Glow

Photo Format:

Video Format: 

 We are placing cameras in the field and will post samples when we get them.

 

 

 

Battery Life:    90/100

 


 

Picture & Video Resting Power (on):  0.23 mW

Picture Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption:  12.7 Ws  |  14.9 Ws

Video Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption:  43.3 Ws  |  89.6 Ws

Here are your best battery options:

Trailcampro Choice: XTAR Rechargeable Lithium Batteries

If the Spectre 4K Pro were to take 15-day and 15-night pictures every 24 hours, this camera would last 13.3 months in the field on a set of  XTAR Rechargeable Lithium AA batteries.

There are a number of benefits to these batteries:

  • Up to 1,000 charges
  • Consistent 1.5 volt operation
  • Not affected by extreme weather (Hot or Cold)
  • Charges with the included 8 bay Smart Charger
  • Eco-friendly (fewer batteries headed to the landfill)
  • Batteries pay for themselves after the 2nd charge
  • No lithium smell

Longest Lasting Choice: Energizer Ultimate Lithium

If the Stealth Cam Spectre 4K Pro were to take 15-day and 15-night pictures every 24 hours, this camera would last 19.9 months in the field on a set of Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries.

 

Video Mode

If this camera were to take 15 day and 15 night videos every 24 hours, it would last 4.3 months in the field on a set of Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries.

Ultimate Lithium batteries are the longest-lasting battery choice due to their incredible consistency and capacity. We've loved these batteries for a long time. However, in recent years they have become cost prohibitive and forced us to seek out a more affordable, eco-friendly option. 

 


 

Detection Circuit:     92/100

 

Picture Trigger & Recovery Speed:  0.21 s.  |  1.1 s.

Video Trigger & Recovery Speed:   0.59 s.  |  1.1 s. 

Detection Range & Angle:  130 ft @ 41.1° detection angle (40.7° f.o.v.)

Transmission Speed (Can Vary): 31.3 s.

 


 

 

Quality of Design:     85/100

 

Dimensions:  4" x 3.5" x 5.5"

Battery Type:  12 AA

External Battery Jack: 12-volt (5.5*2.1)

SD Card Size: 32GB Internal Storage

Country of Origin: Thailand

 

Case Design

Similar to other Stealth Cam models, the Spectre 4K is noticeably heavier and larger, primarily due to its requirement for 16 batteries. However, the latch mechanism operates smoothly, and the battery compartment securely holds the batteries. I did note that the antenna port on the side of the camera feels a bit inexpensive, but it is nice that it is on the side to deflect water.

On the more positive side, the camera includes a threaded insert on the bottom for tripod mounting and a bracket for a Python lock, which can also be routed through the latch for added security. Please be aware that this model does not have a viewing screen. The camera comes with 32 GB of internal storage, and there's a USB-C port for convenient photo viewing directly from the camera

 

 Camera Setup

  • Download Stealth Cam Command app and create an account (or sign in)
  • Add device (hit + button). Access your QR code underneath the battery tray. Follow instructions to finish
  • Tap on your camera within the app and select "Camera Setup" to access settings. 

 

Test your camera connect at any time by pressing the Sync button. This will take a test photo and instantly attempt to upload it. If your camera is successful you will see the photo appear in the app. Otherwise, one of the following LED codes will display:

  • Flashing green battery indicates checking camera hardware status
  • Solid green battery and flashing network indicates checking camera for internet connection
  • Solid green battery, Network and flashing account indicates checking camera for account
  • 3 Solid LEDs indicate account found and camera is successfully registered
  • All 3 LEDs will blink green to indicate photo upload in progress. LEDs will turn off to indicate camera is asleep and ready for deployment
  • Solid red battery indicates low battery or no sd card
  • Solid green battery and solid red network indicate no sim card, low signal, or no data plan
  • Solid green battery, network and solid red account indicates no account found

 

Data Plans


 

Monthly Plans

$5 - 600 photos (includes HD)

100 Video Previews

$8 - 1,200 photos (includes HD)

334 Video Previews

 

$20 - Unlimited photos (includes HD)

Unlimited Video Previews

10 HD Videos Per Month

Annual Plans

$48 - 600 photos (includes HD)

100 Video Previews

$72 - 1,200 photos (includes HD)

334 Video Previews

$120 - Unlimited photos (includes HD)

Unlimited Video Previews

10 HD Videos Per Month

ADD-ON

Spectre, REVOLVER and DECEPTOR Cameras

$5.00/60 mins

Unused minutes expire after one month

 

Trailcampro Shootout Rankings

Comprehensive Score: 65/100

Detection: 4th

This camera did very well in the Detection Shootout, coming in 4th place. It took very early shots in the frame out to the max range of 130 feet. 

Flash Range: 27th

This camera takes a very crisp photo, but not a lot of illumination. You can see the outline of most the animals, but really tell what they are at about 60 feet. The blur test stopped motion really well and gave a really good outline of the human body.

 Flash Range Blur

 

Transmission Speed: 12th

This camera was about the middle of the road for transmission. This notified the phone at an average of 31.3 seconds.

Learn More on the 2026 Trailcampro Shootout

 

Durability

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