Browning Strike Force Max Plus

The Browning Strike Force Max Plus is a solid red glow trail camera that sports a fast detection circuit and long battery life. We consider the picture/video quality to be average, overall. This 2-pack is a great way to save money on buying multiple cameras that have solid performance. - TCP Staff

Model #BTC-5HD-MXP |

Trailcampro Comprehensive Score:

87/100

Browning Strike Force Max Plus Trail Camera Review

 Pros

• 14 Months of battery life
  
• Great detection circuit
• Easy user interface

 Cons

• Below average battery life in video mode
  
• Below average video quality

Picture Quality:  84/100

Photo resolution:  20 mpxl (interpolated)

Flash Type: Red Glow IR

Daytime video quality is grainy and lacking in high-end quality. Night video isn't bad for a red glow camera, not the best on the market but certainly usable. Overall, we consider video quality to be below average.

What if you purchase from us and aren't happy with the image quality?

This is a common question and we have a very simple solution. Call, email, or chat with us and we can take a look at the images and offer suggestions or immediately tell if something is wrong with the camera. If so, we will warranty the Browning Strike Force Max Plus camera for you (with the free you receive from us) or for a full refund (within 90 days of purchase). You have control of the process, remember, we work for you.

Megapixel Ratings:

In the past, many people get confused with the megapixel rating trail camera manufacturers advertise.  Companies inflate the mpxl rating to attract eyes to their products.  They do this through interpolation, which digitally adds megapixels to a photo without actually improving the picture.

The best way to judge picture quality is to look at actual pictures.  You will notice this the most when you zoom in on a full-size image that a camera has taken.  The details of the photo will appear hazy or even digitized.  This is normal, and to be expected.

Battery Life:    85/10

Picture & Video Resting Power (on):  1.01 mW

Picture Daytime/Nighttime Power Consumption:  1.3 Ws  |  2.5 Ws

Picture Mode

If this Browning Strike Force Max Plus camera were to take 35-day and 35-night pictures every 24 hours, this camera would last 14.8 months in the field on a set of . We consider this to be outstanding, especially considering the camera only uses 6 batteries.

Video Mode

If this Browning Strike Force Max Plus camera were to take 15-day and 15-night videos (10-second videos) every 24 hours, it would last 2.2 months in the field on a set of lithium batteries.

Detection Circuit:     94/100

Picture Trigger & Recovery Speed: 0.04 s.  |  0.6 s.

Video Trigger & Recovery Speed:  0.43 s.  |  0.8 s.

Detection Range & Angle: 90 ft. @ 48.1° detection angle (40.3° field of view)

This detection circuit boasts incredibly faster trigger speeds and great recovery times. The 90 ft. detection range is good, but the detection angle is 8° wider than the field of view. This could result in a few false triggers. Overall, this Browning Strike Force Max Plus has a great detection circuit.

Quality of Design:     85/100

Dimensions:  4.75" x 4" x 3"

Battery Type:  6 AA

External Battery Jack: 12-volt

SD Card Size: Up to 512GB

Case Design

This is one of the smaller game cameras on the market, making it easy to conceal in a variety of ways. The Browning Strike Force Max Plus camera feels sturdy and stable. The latch remains a touch close to the camera, making it somewhat difficult to unlatch with cold fingers.

There is a python bracket on the back of the Strike Force for a . It also has the standard 1/4" x 20 threaded insert on the bottom for a .

Temperature ratings the camera records have a tendency of being unreliable and off by a significant margin.

Camera Setup

The camera setup is familiar and easy to navigate. Click "Mode" to enter the menu, tap "Up" or "Down" to toggle settings, hit enter to highlight a setting, change the desired setting with the up or down arrow, and then hit enter to save that setting. Very simple.

The Strike Force accepts up to 512 Gig SD Cards. That allows for tons of memory storage and most useful if placing the camera in video mode for long periods of time.

Durability

We have no concerns over durability, if anything arises, we will immediately update this review. The only thing we see on a regular basis is incorrect temperature readings. We see this on all Browning cameras, so if this is a big concern for you, we would recommend a different brand as they all tend to be inaccurate.

Keep in mind, our  is your free insurance program in case something goes wrong with a camera you purchase from us. This warranty protects you from any manufacturing defect the camera might experience for two years.

Since 2005, our mission has to been to provide consumers with unbeatable value, advice you can trust, and customer service that exceeds expectations. There are plenty of places you can choose to do business with, if we are lucky enough to earn your support, we promise to give you our undivided attention. Trailcampro has grown each year not only by relying on your happiness but on the assumption that if we blow you away with customer service, you will brag about us to your friends (?).

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FAQ's: Trail Camera

Q: Will this trail camera trigger on small animals (birds, rodents, etc.)?

A: Trail cameras detect on a combination of heat and movement, so, yes, small mammals will trigger the camera. However, if you are going after smaller warm-blooded mammals, we recommend getting the camera closer to your target. For best performance, place the camera in an area that would enable picture detection from 3 - 20 ft.

Q: Can animals see the infrared flash on this camera?

A: Yes, this is a red glow trail camera, animals and people will be able to see a red glow when taking a picture or video at night.

Q: Where can I purchase this camera?

A: We hope to woo you with our incredible charm, two-year warranty, 90-day returns, free continental U.S. shipping, and technical expertise. 

Seriously, though, we know you have plenty of options of where to spend your hard-earned money. The internet can be the wild, wild, west of too-good-to-be-true deals. If you choose to do business with us, we will go out of our way to make sure you are happy with the camera you select and the service we provide you.

We are passionate about testing and reviewing trail cameras, but most importantly, we are passionate about treating our customers the right way. We do things differently from what you have come to expect from other internet retailers and we hope you give us the opportunity to prove that to you.

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