Blink has added the Frontier XR+ to its security camera family as a purpose-built option for monitoring remote parts of a property that standard Wi-Fi cameras cannot easily reach. The company is selling the camera in the United States and Canada for US$199.99, and it is offered in black or army green.
Hardware, power and range
The Frontier XR+ is configured to work with Blink’s Sync Module line to extend connection distance. The camera includes an external antenna intended to improve signal strength when paired with a Sync Module XR or Sync Module XR+. Blink advertises range figures that installers will find notable: up to 800 feet through heavy obstructions and up to 7,000 feet with a clear line of sight when used with an outdoor-mounted Sync Module XR+.
Power options are flexible for field deployment: the camera uses four AA lithium batteries as its primary power source and also accepts 5V DC via a USB-C port so it can be left plugged in where mains power is available. Blink sells the Frontier XR+ either as a standalone camera for sites that already have a compatible Sync Module, or as a bundle that includes the XR+ module, a power adapter and a cable.
Installation dependencies and practical limits
Installers should note that the Sync Module XR+ itself requires AC power and a Wi-Fi connection. That dependency means the XR+ system cannot operate in locations lacking both electricity and internet access, which restricts deployment at truly off-grid sites despite the extended wireless reach. Blink also sells the camera separately so dealers can add units to existing Sync Module deployments.
- Availability: US and Canada only at launch
- MSRP: US$199.99
- Colors: black, army green
- Power: four AA lithium batteries; USB-C (5V DC) input
- Optional bundle: includes Sync Module XR+, power adapter and cable
Subscription and feature notes
Certain functionality on Blink cameras requires a paid subscription. Blink offers new users a 30-day free trial of Blink Plus AI that starts when the product is activated. The company also advertises there are no cellular fees or contracts tied to the Frontier XR+, but the product’s extended connectivity depends on the Sync Module XR/XR+ and its need for wired power and network access.
| Manufacturer | Model | MSRP | Availability | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blink | Frontier XR+ | US$199.99 | US and Canada | Standalone or bundle with Sync Module XR+ |
The Frontier XR+ targets locations such as property boundaries, gates, barns and outbuildings where standard home Wi-Fi cameras struggle to maintain a reliable link. Blink’s range claims hinge on placing the Sync Module XR+ outdoors and using the external antenna; installers and dealers will need to account for the Sync Module’s AC power and Wi-Fi requirements during site planning.
