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Insta360 Link 2 vs UGREEN 4K Webcam for PC Ultra HD 1080P 60FPS Web Camera

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all judged against webcams at a similar price

The UGREEN 4K Webcam for PC Ultra HD 1080P 60FPS Web Camera scores 6.8/10 overall, ahead of the Insta360 Link 2 at 6.3/10.

The Insta360 Link 2 leads on microphone.

The UGREEN 4K Webcam for PC Ultra HD 1080P 60FPS Web Camera leads on low light, features and privacy and compatibility and value.

They score the same on picture quality.

Insta360 Link 2

Insta360 Link 2

6.3/10verdict: good, not the best

The Insta360 Link 2 is a 4K webcam with a 2-axis gimbal for people who want the camera to follow them on calls. It suits home workers and presenters who rely on the built-in microphone and good lighting. Buyers working in dim rooms or needing a confirmed physical shutter should read the limitations first.

Typically about £164.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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UGREEN 4K Webcam for PC Ultra HD 1080P 60FPS Web Camera

UGREEN 4K Webcam for PC Ultra HD 1080P 60FPS Web Camera

6.8/10verdict: buy

This is a USB webcam for people who want 4K recording or smooth 1080p60 calls on a modest budget. It suits desk users who value autofocus, a physical lens cover and driverless setup across Windows, macOS and Linux. It is aimed at single-person framing, given its 70° field of view.

Typically about £33.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightInsta360 Link 2UGREEN 4K Webcam for PC Ultra HD 1080P 60FPS Web Camera
Picture quality30%7/107/10
Low light20%4/105/10
Features and privacy20%7/108/10
Microphone15%7/106/10
Compatibility and value15%6/108/10
Overall6.3/106.8/10

Specifications

SpecInsta360 Link 2UGREEN 4K Webcam for PC Ultra HD 1080P 60FPS Web Camera
Resolution and frame rateLandscape 4K at 30/25/24fps; 1080p up to 60fps; 720p up to 60fps; 360p at 30/25/24fps; portrait mode 4K, 1080p and 720p; H.264 and MJPEG codecs4K at 30fps, with 1080p at 60fps as the alternative (maximum 3840 x 2160)
Field of viewFixed 79.5° diagonal, 67° horizontal70°
Focus and framingAutofocus from 10 cm to infinity; digital zoom up to 4x; f/1.8 aperture; 26 mm equivalent focal length; AI gimbal trackingPhase-detection autofocus (PDAF); tracking range stated as 0.33–16.4 ft (another source gives 0.1–5 m); body rotates 360° and tilts 15° up and down
MicrophoneAI Noise-Canceling with Voice Focus, Voice Suppression and Music Balance profiles; microphone count not givenTwo built-in noise-cancelling omnidirectional mics, pickup within 5 m
Privacy shutterPrivacy Mode turns the camera to face down and mutes it; no physical shutter confirmed by the manufacturer (reviews conflict)Built-in slide cover blocks the lens
ConnectionUSB-C (USB 2.0) cable or USB-C to USB-A adapter; cable about 60 inchesUSB-A 2.0 port or USB-C adapter; USB-A-to-C adapter included

Strengths and weaknesses

Insta360 Link 2

  • + 4K at 30fps and 1080p at 60fps
  • + Built-in mic and AI noise cancelling praised by owners
  • + Gimbal tracking with autofocus from 10 cm
  • − Grain in dim light, per owner reports
  • − Tracking and gesture reliability complaints
  • − No physical shutter confirmed by the manufacturer

Skip it if:

  • Anyone who needs a confirmed physical lens shutter for privacy
  • Users who work mostly in dim rooms without extra lighting
  • Owners of Windows ARM laptops, which Insta360 doesn't support
Read the full Insta360 Link 2 review ›

UGREEN 4K Webcam for PC Ultra HD 1080P 60FPS Web Camera

  • + Phase-detection autofocus, praised by two owners
  • + Slide cover blocks the lens physically
  • + Driverless on Windows, Linux, macOS and Android
  • − No 4K at 60fps; 1080p60 is the alternative
  • − One owner cites 16 fps at 4000x3000
  • − May take about 5 seconds to switch modes

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who need 4K at 60fps for recording or streaming
  • Anyone wanting a wide field of view for group calls
  • Users who need proven low-light or microphone performance
Read the full UGREEN 4K Webcam for PC Ultra HD 1080P 60FPS Web Camera review ›

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