What Blink subscription plans cover

Blink offers three main subscription tiers, each with different video storage, camera limits, and feature access. The plans are Basic, Standard, and Premium. All three store your video clips in the cloud so you can watch them later, even if your camera goes offline. The main differences are how many cameras you can connect, how long Blink keeps your videos, and whether you get advanced features like person detection or two-way audio.

Blink does not require a subscription to own or use a camera — you can use the Basic plan free. But if you want cloud storage beyond a few hours, or if you own more than one camera, you will need to pay for a plan. The subscription covers all your Blink cameras under one account, so you do not pay per camera.

Key Takeaways

  • Blink's free Basic plan stores video for a few hours only and works with one camera; paid plans add cloud storage, person detection, and support for multiple cameras.
  • Standard and Premium plans cost between $3 and $10 per month depending on your region and whether you pay monthly or annually.
  • Video storage length varies by plan: Basic keeps clips for hours, Standard for days, and Premium for up to 60 days.
  • You can manage all your Blink cameras under a single subscription, so adding a second or third camera does not double your cost.

Basic plan: free, limited storage

The Basic plan is free and requires no payment. It lets you connect one Blink camera and view live video on demand. Video clips are stored in the cloud, but only for a short window — typically a few hours. Once that window closes, the clips are deleted. You can still watch live video anytime, but you cannot go back and review older recordings.

The Basic plan includes motion alerts, so your phone will notify you when the camera detects movement. Two-way audio (speaking through the camera) is not included. If you want to keep videos longer or add a second camera, you must upgrade to a paid plan.

Standard plan: days of storage, multiple cameras

The Standard plan typically costs $3 to $5 per month, depending on your region and billing cycle. It stores video for up to 30 days, so you can review what happened over the past month. You can connect up to 10 cameras to one Standard subscription, which means you pay one monthly fee no matter how many cameras you own.

Standard includes person detection, which means the camera can tell the difference between a person and an animal or passing car. This reduces false alerts. Two-way audio is also included, so you can speak through the camera to someone at your door or in your yard. Standard does not include advanced features like package detection or custom activity zones.

Premium plan: longest storage, all features

The Premium plan typically costs $10 per month and stores video for up to 60 days. Like Standard, it supports up to 10 cameras under one subscription. Premium includes all the features of Standard — person detection and two-way audio — plus package detection, which alerts you when a delivery arrives at your door.

Premium also includes custom activity zones, which let you tell the camera to ignore motion in certain areas (like a busy street) and only alert you to motion in the parts you care about. This reduces unnecessary notifications. Premium is the highest tier Blink currently offers.

How to choose between plans

If you own one camera and do not need to review old footage, the free Basic plan works. If you own multiple cameras or want to keep video for more than a few hours, Standard is usually the right choice — it covers up to 10 cameras and stores 30 days of video for a low monthly cost. Premium makes sense if you want the longest storage window (60 days) or if package detection matters to you.

Consider how often you actually review old video. Many people find that 30 days of storage (Standard) is more than enough — most incidents happen within a day or two. The jump from Standard to Premium costs roughly double the price but only doubles your storage window, so the value depends on your habits.

Pricing and billing options

Blink offers both monthly and annual billing. Monthly plans cost more per month but let you cancel anytime. Annual plans cost less overall — you typically save 20 to 30 percent by paying for the full year upfront. Exact prices vary by region and change over time, so check Blink's website or app for current rates in your area.

Your subscription covers all cameras on your account, so if you have three cameras, you pay one Standard or Premium fee, not three. If you downgrade or cancel, your stored video remains accessible until your subscription ends, but no new video is recorded after cancellation.

What happens if you do not subscribe

Without a paid subscription, you keep the free Basic plan. Your camera continues to work and sends motion alerts to your phone. You can watch live video anytime. The only limitation is cloud storage — clips are kept for only a few hours before deletion. If you need to review something that happened yesterday, it will be gone.

Some people use Blink without a subscription and instead rely on local storage or manually saving clips they want to keep. This works if you check your camera frequently and do not need a long-term record. But for most households, a paid plan is worth the cost because it removes the pressure to check your phone constantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use multiple cameras with the free plan?

No. The free Basic plan supports one camera only. To add a second or third camera, you must upgrade to Standard or Premium. Both paid plans support up to 10 cameras under a single subscription.

What happens to my videos if I cancel my subscription?

Videos stored in the cloud remain accessible until your subscription period ends. After that date, they are deleted and cannot be recovered. If you want to keep videos long-term, download them before your subscription expires.

Do I pay per camera or per subscription?

You pay per subscription, not per camera. One Standard or Premium plan covers up to 10 cameras. Adding a second camera does not increase your monthly cost.

Is the difference between 30 and 60 days of storage worth the extra cost?

That depends on how often you review old footage. Most people find that 30 days (Standard) is sufficient because incidents are usually discovered within a few days. Premium's 60-day window is useful if you need to review events from weeks ago or if you want a longer safety net.

Can I switch plans anytime?

Yes. You can upgrade or downgrade your plan through the Blink app at any time. Changes usually take effect immediately. If you downgrade mid-cycle, you may receive a credit toward your next billing date.