The Top Trail Cameras in 2021 for Wildlife and Security

Here is a list of our top-rated game trail cameras for 2021.  Trail cameras can be referred to by many different names like game cameras, deer cameras, wildlife cameras, and scouting cameras. Here at Trailcampro we want to sell you a camera that is going to be the best fit for your needs.  With our extensive game and trail camera testing we are able to help you choose the right trail camera for you based on your needs.  Don't forget when you purchase with Trailcampro you will receive a 90-day return policy, 2-year warranty, and a free 16GB SD card.  Also, if you have any issues with a camera purchased with us you can call our toll free number and speak with a live person who only works with trail cameras.  Below is a list of our best trail cameras for 2021, including trail cameras for security and wildlife observation.

 1. Browning Spec Ops Elite HP4

spec ops elite hp4

 $199.95

✔Wildlife

✔Security

The Browning Spec Ops Elite HP4 trail camera is possibly one of the best trail cameras we have ever tested.  This is a no glow camera trail camera that can be used for security as well.  Battery life can last up to 36 months using lithium batteries and the trigger speed is extremely fast.  The video quality is some of the best we have seen as well. Purchase with us and receive a 90-day return policy, 2-year warranty, and a free 16GB SD card. We are also here to help with any questions or concerns you may have.    
 
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 2. Browning Recon Force Elite HP4

recon force elite hp4

 $179.95

✔Wildlife

❌Security

The Browning Recon Force Elite HP4 trail camera is going to be very similar to the Spec Ops Elite HP4. Most everything we found in our testing is very close to one another. The Recon Force would be a great camera for watching game in your backyard or watching game in general.  We would not recommend this as a security camera since it is a red glow trail camera. That just means you would be able to see the red glow when the camera takes a photo or video at night.  

 

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 3. Browning Defender Wireless Pro Scout Cellular Trail Camera

browning pro scout cellular trail camera

$199.95

✔Wildlife

✔Security*

*If you have the ability to place the camera higher up in a tree the Browning Pro Scout can work as a security camera.

The Browning Defender Wireless Pro Scout cellular game camera is our top-rated cellular camera.  If you are looking for a trail camera that will send photos to your phone the Browning Pro Scout is going to be our top pick. Battery life is great, photo and video quality are good as well.  The app is very user friendly.  The only downside is the plans are a little higher than some other cellular cameras.  The Pro Scout is available in either AT&T or Verizon.  You would want to choose whichever you get the best signal with not who you have as your provider.  

 

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 4. Spartan GoLive live streaming cellular camera

spartan golive live streaming trail camera

$499.95

✔Wildlife

✔Security

The first live streaming cellular trail camera is the Spartan GoLive.  If you are looking for the ability to login to your trail camera and view a live feed the Spartan GoLive live streaming trail camera is going to be the camera for you.  Photos and videos are great and battery life is excellent.  The GoLives are available in AT&T or Verizon models.    

 

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 5. Ridgetec Lookout 4G LTE

ridgetec lookout lte

$399.95

✔Wildlife 

✔Security

The Ridgetec Lookout cellular trail camera has been a solid choice for wildlife and security both.  This camera comes with both an AT&T sim card and  Verizon sim card.  You can whichever one you get the best service with or activate both to switch between carriers. This camera is a no glow and gets around 4 months of battery life which is good for a cellular trail camera. 

 

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6. Reconyx Hyperfire 2 Cellular

reconyx hyperfire 2 cellular

$599.95

✔Wildlife

✔Security

Reconyx trail cameras have always been the gold standard when it comes to durability and reliability.  The Hyperfire 2 cellular trail camera shows the same durability and reliability they are known for.  Picture quality is great, battery life is good, fast trigger speed, and you have the ability to request photos through the app. The Hyperfire 2 cellular cannot be programmed for operating hours.  Reconyx are the only cameras made in the U.S.A. and can actually be repaired.  We consider the Reconyx Hyperfire 2 cellular a great option especially for those nasty weather conditions.    

 

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 7. Reconyx Hyperfire 2

reconyx hyperfire 2

✔Wildlife

✔Security

The Reconyx Hyperfire 2 is a great camera if you main goal is to capture photos.  This game camera takes some of the best night photos we have seen.  Gets excellent battery life and has fast detection speeds.  The video quality is not the best out there but would be fine if you aren't too picky.  The Hyperfire 2 is a super durable camera and would do best in some of the most harsh conditions.  We would recommend this game camera for very cold temps or rainy climates.  

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