No Perchmont Subscription
Plenty of camera feeders are sold cheap and then locked behind a subscription. Species identification becomes a premium feature. Video history expires after a few days unless you upgrade. Things that worked when you bought the product quietly move behind a paywall.
Perchmont doesn't work that way, and this page sets out exactly what we do and don't promise.
What we promise
- Perchmont does not sell subscriptions or memberships. There is no Perchmont plan, tier or monthly fee of any kind.
- We only list cameras whose core features work without a paid plan. Before we list a camera, we check that automatic species identification, live viewing and motion alerts work in the manufacturer's free companion app.
- If that changes, we'll tell you. The companion apps are made by each camera's manufacturer, not by us. If a manufacturer moves a core feature behind a paid plan, we will update the product page and stop recommending that camera.
What the app is
Each camera connects to its manufacturer's free app for iOS and Android. The app is where you watch live video, receive alerts and see species suggestions. It needs a 2.4GHz WiFi network and a smartphone.
What this means over time
A competing camera at $99 with an $8 monthly plan costs $195 in the first year and $96 every year after — $579 over five years. Our $149 feeder has no Perchmont subscription on top of the price.
Separately: warranty and returns
Every product carries a one-year warranty against defects, and you have 30 days from delivery to return it for a full refund.
If you ever have a question about any of this, call +1 929 604 7180, weekdays 9–5 Eastern, or email hello@perchmont.com.