NestNinja offers three ways to experience smart bird monitoring. Choose the option that fits your needs, skills, and budget.

🏆 Premium Complete System

For Bird Watchers

What You Get:

  • Complete smart bird box with integrated camera
  • Pre-assembled and fully tested
  • Weather-resistant enclosure suitable for UK climate
  • All mounting hardware included
  • Pre-configured, ready to connect to Wi-Fi
  • Professional installation guide
  • 12-month warranty

Technical Specs:

  • 1080p HD camera with night vision
  • PIR motion detection
  • Wi-Fi 6 connectivity
  • Local SD card storage
  • USB-C power (mains adapter included)
  • Optional: Solar panel kit (+£50)

Support:

  • Direct email support
  • Guaranteed response within 48 hours
  • Video tutorials and webinars
  • Software updates included
  • Priority bug fixes

Price: £250-300 (estimated, final pricing TBA)

Availability: Q2 2026 (pre-orders opening soon)

Join Waitlist (coming soon)

🔧 Smart Camera Module

For Tinkerers & DIY Enthusiasts

What You Get:

  • Pre-assembled camera and sensor unit
  • Mounting bracket and hardware
  • Configuration guide
  • Quick start manual
  • Access to community forums
  • 6-month warranty

Technical Specs:

  • Same camera system as premium product
  • 1080p HD with night vision
  • PIR motion sensor
  • Wi-Fi 6 connectivity
  • microSD storage (card not included)
  • USB-C power (no adapter included)

Requirements:

  • Your own bird box (or build one)
  • Basic DIY skills for mounting
  • 5V USB power supply
  • Home Wi-Fi network

Support:

  • Community forum support
  • User-contributed guides
  • Video installation tutorials
  • No guaranteed response times
  • Software updates via community

Price: £120-150 (estimated)

Availability: Q3 2026

Expression of Interest (coming soon)

🛠️ DIY Component Build

For Makers & Developers

What You Get:

  • Open-source firmware (GPL or Apache 2.0)
  • Hardware schematics and PCB designs
  • Bill of materials with supplier links
  • Build guides and documentation
  • Community support forums

You Need to Source:

  • ESP32-P4-WIFI6 development board (~£35)
  • OV5647 camera module (~£12)
  • HC-SR501 PIR sensor (~£2)
  • microSD card (~£8)
  • USB-C cable and power supply (~£8)
  • Enclosure/bird box (DIY or purchased)
  • Miscellaneous: wires, mounting hardware

Skills Required:

  • Basic soldering
  • ESP-IDF development environment setup
  • Command-line comfort
  • Troubleshooting and debugging
  • Reading schematics

Support:

  • Community forums ONLY
  • No direct support from NestNinja team
  • Self-service documentation
  • Community-contributed guides
  • GitHub issue tracker for firmware bugs

Cost: £65-100 depending on suppliers and shipping

Availability: Firmware and docs Q3 2026

Watch GitHub (repository will be public Q3 2026)

Feature Comparison

Feature Premium Smart Module DIY Build
Hardware ✅ Complete box ✅ Camera only ❌ Self-source
Assembly ✅ Pre-built ✅ Pre-built ❌ Self-build
Setup ✅ Easy 🟡 Moderate ❌ Technical
Warranty ✅ 12 months ✅ 6 months ❌ None
Updates ✅ Automatic ✅ Via community 🟡 Manual flash
Support ✅ Email 🟡 Community 🟡 Community
Customization 🟡 Limited 🟡 Some ✅ Full
Price £250-300 £120-150 £65-100
Best For Ease of use Balance Learning/Hacking

Legend: ✅ = Included, 🟡 = Partial/Limited, ❌ = Not included

Which Should You Choose?

Choose Premium Complete System if:

  • ✅ You want something that “just works”
  • ✅ You value professional support
  • ✅ You prefer ready-made solutions
  • ✅ You don’t want to handle technical setup
  • ✅ You want a weatherproof enclosure included

Choose Smart Camera Module if:

  • ✅ You already have a bird box
  • ✅ You enjoy DIY projects
  • ✅ You’re comfortable with basic electronics
  • ✅ You like customizing your setup
  • ✅ You want to save some money

Choose DIY Component Build if:

  • ✅ You’re a maker or developer
  • ✅ You want to learn about IoT/embedded systems
  • ✅ You prefer open-source solutions
  • ✅ You have soldering skills
  • ✅ You can troubleshoot issues yourself
  • ✅ You want maximum customization

Add-Ons & Accessories

(Available for Premium and Smart Module customers)

Solar Power Kit - £50-60

  • 10W solar panel
  • Charge controller
  • Battery pack
  • Weatherproof mounting

Extended Battery - £30

  • 10,000mAh lithium battery
  • Lasts 3-5 days between charges
  • USB-C input/output

Mounting Kit Pro - £20

  • Heavy-duty brackets
  • Anti-vibration mounts
  • Tree straps and pole clamps
  • Angle adjustment hardware

Premium SD Card - £15

  • 128GB high-endurance card
  • Optimized for continuous recording
  • Pre-formatted and tested

Educational Discount

Schools, universities, and registered educational institutions qualify for 20% discount on Premium Complete Systems (minimum order of 3 units).

Apply for Educational Pricing (coming soon)

FAQ

Q: Can I upgrade from Smart Module to Premium later? A: Not directly, but the camera module retains value and can be sold or repurposed.

Q: Do DIY builders get any warranty? A: No warranty on self-built systems. Individual components may have manufacturer warranties.

Q: Will you offer installation services? A: Not initially. We provide detailed guides. Professional installation may be available in future.

Q: Can I buy multiple units? A: Yes! Bulk pricing available for 5+ units. Contact us for a quote.

Q: What’s included with technical support? A: Premium: Email support for setup, configuration, and troubleshooting. Does NOT include bird box installation or physical mounting assistance.

Q: Can businesses/researchers buy these? A: Yes! Contact us for commercial/research pricing and volume discounts.

Pre-Order & Notifications

Product launches are coming in 2026:

  • Q2 2026: Premium Complete Systems
  • Q3 2026: Smart Camera Modules
  • Q3 2026: Open-source firmware release

Get notified:

Questions?

Not sure which option is right for you?

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