What is the Blink Floodlight?

The Blink Floodlight is a combination wire-free mount and floodlight for the Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen) camera (Outdoor 4, XT and XT2 not supported). It uses LED technology and provides 700 lumens of light via 4 D-cell alkaline batteries. Detailed specifications can be found here.

How does the Blink Floodlight work?

When connected to your Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen) camera, the Floodlight will operate with your camera when it is armed for motion detection in your Blink system. When the camera senses motion, the Floodlight will activate as well. Additionally, you can manually turn the Floodlight on or off from the Blink app Home screen or while performing a Live View.

Can I use the Floodlight with any Blink camera?

No, the Floodlight can only be used with the Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen) camera. Learn how to add an Outdoor camera to your account. Other Blink outdoor cameras (Outdoor 4, XT or XT2) aren’t compatible with Floodlight’s micro-USB connector to provide a weather-resistant seal. See setup instructions for detailed information.

Can the Blink Floodlight act as a power source or battery backup for my Outdoor (3rd Gen) camera?

No, the Blink Floodlight cannot act as a battery backup for your Outdoor (3rd Gen) camera. The Outdoor camera will need to have its own set of 1.5V AA lithium batteries to function properly. You will still be notified via the battery indicator in the Blink app when your Outdoor camera batteries need to be replaced.

What type of batteries does the Blink Floodlight use?

The Floodlight uses 4 alkaline D-cell batteries to operate. Your Blink Floodlight will come with its first set of batteries already installed. You’ll need to remove the pull-tab in the battery compartment to activate power to the Floodlight. To access or replace the batteries, you’ll need to unmount the Floodlight and twist the back cover open to expose the battery compartment. See setup instructions for detailed information.

Will I be notified when the batteries in my Blink Floodlight are running low?

Yes, you’ll be notified via the Blink app if the batteries in your Floodlight are running low. A battery indicator can also be found in the Floodlight settings or in the Blink app Home screen. See setup instructions for detailed information.

What is the expected battery life?

The Blink Floodlight will run for up to two years on the included batteries.
*Battery life is based on default settings and will vary based on device settings, use and environmental factors.

Are there configurable settings for the Blink Floodlight?

Yes, you can adjust the light brightness as well as the auto-shutoff duration for the Floodlight in the Floodlight settings page within the Blink app. Additionally, you can set ambient light sensitivity and daytime light activation for your Blink Floodlight. See Floodlight app settings for detailed information.

Can I install the Blink Floodlight in different positions?

Yes, the Blink Floodlight can be mounted on a wall, tree or on a ceiling, such as in a patio. See Blink Floodlight mounting instructions for detailed information.

What type of light panels are used on the Blink Floodlight?

The Blink Floodlight uses LED technology and provides 700 lumens of high-quality light by Beams.

Are the light panels of the Blink Floodlight adjustable?

Yes, the light panels of the Blink Floodlight can be adjusted up or down, as well as away from the Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen) camera, to provide maximum light coverage. See Installing the Blink Floodlight for detailed information.

How high should I install my Floodlight?

The optimal height to get the best range for the Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen) camera’s motion detector is 12 feet (3.60 m) off the ground. See Blink Floodlight mounting instructions for detailed information.

Can I use the Floodlight without a Blink camera connected?

No, the Floodlight will only function if a Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen) camera is connected via the micro-USB cable. Blink XT and XT2 cameras are not supported.

Is the Blink Floodlight weather resistant?

Yes, the Blink Floodlight is IP65 certified weather resistant.

What is the temperature range of the Blink Floodlight?

The Blink Floodlight has an operating temperature range between -4°F (-20°C) to 113°F (45°C).

Will the Blink Floodlight work with Alexa?

Yes, the Floodlight is compatible with Alexa. You can use commands such as:
‘Alexa, turn on/off the <outdoor camera name> light’
‘Alexa, dim the <outdoor camera name> light’.
‘Alexa, set the <outdoor name> light to fifty percent’.
‘Alexa, brighten the <outdoor camera name> light’.

See Blink Floodlight Alexa functionality for detailed information.

Does the Blink Floodlight have a warranty?

Yes, the Blink Floodlight has a 1-year limited warranty (2 years for EU/UK). Click to learn more about Blink’s Limited Warranty.