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COOAU Action Camera 4K 20MP HD WiFi 98ft Waterproof Sports Camera Underwater Camcorder 170 Wide Angle with EIS Sony Sensor External Mic Carrying Case Includes Mounting Accessories and 2 Batteries
Last Updated: August 28, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.2
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
208
Old Reviews
2
Unverified
13
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4K
RESOLUTION
1181.1 meters
SIZE
Yes
WIFI
Yes
VIDEO
Review Analysis - 193 recent, verified reviews
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Camera
77action, video, pictures, videos, action cam
+95%
-5%
" ... I took this camera mountain biking and it performed as well as similar cameras that cost significantly more. ... "
" ... I did not want to risk an expensive camera, and also have Zero experience with photography. ... I purchased this to gain experience without risking the loss of a high end camera. ... (but it WAS supplied free with the camera, which is more that most budget action cams). ... Overall I am very happy with the camera and would say it exceeded my expectations for a $52 camera. ... "
" ... Well, I just got the camera in today and have yet to really put in much time with it but so far it is great. ... ***Now that I have had some time with the camera and have made some videos, here is what I think: I love the time-lapse, I used to have to upload the images [from my Canon] and convert the file into a video format and it just took too many steps (and too much time). ... The COOAU is simple, go to the time-lapse mode, shoot the video and upload it . ... Before I make any comments on video quality, this IS my first action camera that I have had any time with so I have a LOT to learn. ... "
" ... I've only used it a little so far and the images seem pretty good. ... "
" ... Bought this product for my first action camera. ... "
" ... I have had the camera for about a week and have really enjoyed it. ... "
" ... Great little action camera. ... "
" ... The camera is pretty tough as it has fallen several times with no ill effect. ... "
Price
44value, money, camera, worth, cost
+95%
-5%
" ... Excellent camera for the price. ... "
" ... I did not want to spend the money for a GoPro and did research on numerous cheaper brands. ... "
" ... Its quality is ok based on the price. ... "
" ... It's similar to other cameras I've had before in this price range. ... No, but it didn't cost $400 either. ... "
" ... This camera gives a lot of bang for your buck! ... "
" ... I am impressed with the myriad of accessories that come with it for the price. ... "
" ... It's hard to beat this camera for the price. ... "
" ... A darn good product at a ridiculously great price. ... "
Picture Quality
29picture, picture and video, pictures, nice, videos
+86%
-14%
" ... Viewing the videos on the TV showed little to no shaking and the picture quality was great and the colors true. ... "
" ... Image quality is good and sound quality is perfect. ... "
" ... For the functionality, picture and video quality it really exceeds my expectation. ... "
" ... The video/picture quality is much better than I was expecting and it's easy to use. ... "
" ... It's well built and has a nice picture quality. ... "
" ... Picture and video quality is ok,-I can deal for now as this was a last minute purchase. ... "
" ... He says picture quality is great. ... "
" ... It connects to my phone easily and the picture quality is better than I thought that it would be. ... "
Water Resistance
24water, waterproof, underwater, snorkeling, helmet
+83%
-17%
" ... Waterproof, 4K with great quality and funtionality and even better price! ... "
" ... It works well, has great picture quality, and comes with a nice assortment of accessories, including a nice waterproof case (and is compatible with most GoPro accessories.) ... "
" ... I haven't tried the waterproof feature yet, but the seal looks sound. ... "
" ... Also, it comes with some useful accessories to use in different scenarios which could be use indoor, outdoor and even under water and build quality is nice. ... "
" ... This camera is tiny and lightweight even with the waterproof housing. ... "
" ... I did purchase another accessory kit that had a helmet mounting strap (zip lining) and floating handle (snorkeling) along with some other things like a selfie stick and clips etc. ... "
" ... Bought this for a 3 week trip, mainly to use underwater while snorkeling. ... "
" ... I use it on my motorcycle helmet, under pouring rain and still works great. ... "
For Travel
22vacation, trips, road, hiking, fishing
+82%
-18%
" ... I decided at the last minute to buy an inexpensive action camera for our family vacation this weekend. ... "
" ... I got this for a cruise I was goon on and it worked amazingly! ... "
" ... I purchased this to use while fishing and hiking and couldn’t believe how many attachments that were sent with the camera for different uses. ... "
" ... will update my review after my next trip with my in depth impressions. ... "
" ... Bought this for a 3 week trip, mainly to use underwater while snorkeling. ... "
" ... I run a few action cameras on my Harley Road Glide and wanted something that had quality image with EIS without spending hundreds of dollars since I leave them mounted when I get off the bike. ... "
" ... I mounted this in the cabin of my Cessna 172 (plane) to record my flying lessons. ... "
" ... This a is a great little 4K camera, took it on vacation to the beach and had a great time capturing video!!!! ... "
Fit
22mount, case, mounting, helmet, camera
+100%
" ... I have used some of the provided mounts, and love that the camera screws right into an old tripod I had lying around. ... "
" ... fits go pro attachments if needed . ... "
" ... However, be careful on how tightly you screw the pieces together. ... "
" ... The camera has a solid well built feel to it and worked very well as a dash cam. ... "
" ... I also installed the helmet mount with the included straps and it seems very secure. ... "
" ... Another great thing about this camera is that it comes with a very nice padded zippered case and a LOT of accessories and mounts so you can attach the camera to almost anything imaginable. ... "
" ... It comes with a nice case with a lot of accessories for various mounting. ... "
" ... The case and mounts that come with the camera are nice. ... "
Build Quality
21camera, plastic, screw, soft, pulled
+76%
-24%
" ... I have only used the camera once, but it seems well constructed and should last. ... The waterproof case is very sturdy and should protect it from a fall or impact. ... "
" ... I thought it had another case that holds it. ... "
" ... Another great thing about this camera is that it comes with a very nice padded zippered case and a LOT of accessories and mounts so you can attach the camera to almost anything imaginable. ... "
" ... It arrived in a nice padded case which was a selling point for me. ... Upon opening the case, there were a lot of attachments which I have no idea how to use. ... "
" ... I was also impressed with the carrying case that was provided. ... "
" ... (Surprised by case included). ... Has a nice case ... "
" ... Camera is light weight and seems durable (although I haven't dropped it). ... "
" ... However, be careful on how tightly you screw the pieces together. ... "
Battery Life
20batteries, battery life, last, hour, free
+60%
-40%
" ... The first thing you should know is that the company that sells this camera offers a free battery if you write a positive review for it. ... "
" ... Plugged in a battery and turned it on. ... "
" ... I still use it as a dash cam but just have to remember to swap batteries. ... "
" ... The battery life still holds ALMOST 2 hours(sucks) but overall its a great option for a affordable action camera. ... "
" ... Throw 5 batteries in with the camera and charge a few extra bucks would be golden. ... "
" ... Battery lasted less than an hour on video, but still pretty good deal. ... "
" ... It is easy to operate I wish the batteries lasted longer but I'm not complaining I am well pleased! ... "
" ... The battery cover is on the side which is more convenient and the batteries seem a little better made than the generic ones for these cameras and rated a little higher. ... "
Ease of Use
15easy to use, figure, easy to navigate, camera, simple
+100%
" ... I think this is a great first camera, simple and easy to operate. ... "
" ... Easy to use, we’ll see how long it lasts ... "
" ... It is easy to grip and the software makes it fairly easy to navigate and change the settings. ... "
" ... Navigation is easy and simple ... "
" ... Once you figure out all the pieces it’s easy to assemble. ... The camera itself is lightweight and easy to use. ... "
" ... The menu is easy to navigate and you can't beat the price. ... "
" ... The menus are easy to navigate and I didn't have to be a tech genius to figure it out. ... "
" ... It is easy to use. ... "
Resolution
13camera, video, action, 1080p, hdmi
+77%
-23%
" ... I want to get more, but would need it to have a clean HDMI out, 1080p HDMI out and the sensor for blacks will not work in my environment. ... "
" ... This handy little action cam claims to be 4k. ... "
" ... Especially 1080p 60fps mode is cystal clear and I lovin' it. ... "
" ... 1080P 4K external camera, I’m stealing this! ... "
" ... I think my money was better well spent on this action camera "COOAU 4K 20MP WiFi Action Camera Ultra HD" instead. ... "
" ... Video quality is excellent and appears to truly be 1080p. ... I have not tried to record 4K video. ... "
" ... Resolution and sound quality of recordings are good for the price point. ... "
" ... This a is a great little 4K camera, took it on vacation to the beach and had a great time capturing video!!!! ... "
Video Playback
12quality, good, videos, use, record
+83%
-17%
" ... I have not tried to record 4K video. ... "
" ... videos come out really good. ... "
" ... I use this camera for fishing videos. ... "
" ... Video quality is good and very close to the GoPro. ... "
" ... I took it out for a a ride on my motorcycle and I was very impressed with the video quality! ... "
" ... I use this for motorcycle videos. ... "
" ... I will upload a video in the next few weeks of the video quality! ... "
" ... Video and audio are good. ... "
Apps
10camera, also, others, live, download
+80%
-20%
" ... There is a free app you can download to easily share your videos and photos. ... "
" ... Phone app is really easy to use, though I wish it did come with a wrist control for easy one touch recoding like some others comes with. ... "
" ... This is also unique because you can also operate the camera via your phone using an app. ... "
" ... The app seems more stable than some others so that's a nice find too. ... "
" ... Companion app is much better than others! ... "
" ... you can also download an app and use your cellphone as a remote. ... "
" ... You can control every function of the camera from the app, as well as see a live stream of the video. ... "
Storage
10accessories, nice, comes, camera, hold
+90%
-10%
" ... So right out of the package I was pretty impressed as the camera comes with a case that hold everything plus a little extra room. ... "
" ... The case and accessories were an added bonus. ... "
" ... I thought it had another case that holds it. ... "
" ... Comes with a great case and many attachments. ... "
" ... This is a great camera with a nice hard shell case and many accessories. ... "
" ... Is coming in a nice case full of extras! ... "
" ... Another great thing about this camera is that it comes with a very nice padded zippered case and a LOT of accessories and mounts so you can attach the camera to almost anything imaginable. ... "
" ... Nice case that includes accessories. ... "
Software Platform
9update, issue, takes, software, seems
+44%
-56%
" ... And setting those again takes so much time (terrible, awful UI, it's just rrrggh! ... "
" ... My only complaint is the app. ... "
" ... The only issue I have is trying to get it to connect to the app. ... "
" ... The instructions to download software has been updated to reflect the correct program. ... The software they ask you to download is hut and miss it seems. ... "
Marketplace
9product, pictures, amazon, quickly, quality
+67%
-33%
" ... Finally writing review ... "
" ... product was shipped quickly. ... "
" ... Thank you so much ... "
" ... I must contact seller. ... "
" ... Here is the amazon link. ... "
Size
9size, compact, carrying case, convenient, video
+100%
" ... I was also impressed with the carrying case that was provided. ... "
" ... Pros: 1.- NICE carrying case and MANY extras. ... "
" ... Overall very happy with this compact and powerful camera. ... "
" ... Its a lot more compact than I expected it to be. ... "
" ... However, the quality was great and the compact size made it so convenient for everyday use. ... "
" ... It's small and easy to carry around. ... But, don't let the size fool you. ... "
" ... Video good for its size. ... "
" ... The carrying case it came in is well built and very convenient. ... "
Features
8setting, cam, action, menu, different
+88%
-13%
" ... This is a time-saver feature. ... "
" ... Awesome little action camera with a lot of features! ... "
" ... So definitely, this action cam is worth the price for the features. ... "
" ... I have been trying all the features in the house and so far they are what I expected it to be. ... "
" ... all the features and quality as the more expensive brands . ... "
Charging
8charging, charger, charge, wish, external
+75%
-25%
" ... Throw 5 batteries in with the camera and charge a few extra bucks would be golden. ... "
" ... Plugged in a battery and turned it on. ... "
" ... I charged the battery and pIayed around with the camera for a while. ... "
" ... My only con is I wish it came with a charging dock like my others did but I have some already so it wasn't a deal killer. ... "
" ... It also comes with 2 batteries, mounting kits, charging cable and a hard shell case. ... "
" ... I am charging the battery now and digging out an sd card so will give a more rounded review later. ... The screen popped on when I plugged it in so it works while charging(yay usb battery pack or car charger for those long trips). ... "
For Kids
7purchase, camera, bought, gift
+100%
" ... Gifts for my son and daughter. ... "
" ... Grandson loves the camera! ... "
" ... Great for my son! ... "
" ... All in all, this is a decent action camera for a first time purchase or maybe even for a teenager/kid to play around with. ... "
" ... This was a purchase for my son. ... "
" ... I donated it yesterday to local Boys and girls club. ... "
" ... I bought this as a gift for my young son. ... "
Sound Quality
7quality, good, camera, audio, video
+86%
-14%
" ... The sound I'm getting from it is fantastic for my purposes. ... I use it as a rear facing camera and use the sound from it for my autocross videos. ... "
" ... Image quality is good and sound quality is perfect. ... "
" ... Good picture quality and the sound in the protective case is reasonably clear. ... "
" ... The last camera I got, last week, had a very strange buzz and clicking sound in the audio and I really didn't want to chance getting two bad units in a row so I ordered the COOAU and returned the other one. ... Overall though I like the camera, it does a good job of capturing quality video and when the case is off it has good sound quality. ... "
" ... The sound quality is surprising for this little camera and great for recording or Vlogging while your hiking or riding etc. ... "
" ... Video and audio are good. ... "
Product Reliability
7months, camera, year, update, stopped
+71%
-29%
" ... Very pleased with the purchase, and will likely buy a half dozen more over the next year. ... "
" ... I hope to get out later this year and give it a try. ... "
" ... Ive had this camara for over 3 months. ... "
" ... my camera has stopped working after 3 months of use and it was replaced promptly thx! ... "
" ... I will update this review to five stars once the replacement gets in and is working. ... "
Setup
6minutes, figure, pieces, one
+100%
" ... Find another one, one that designed by a professional team who knows what they do. ... "
" ... Once you figure out all the pieces it’s easy to assemble. ... "
" ... Still, it was easy enough to figure out and I was able to set up the camera within about 5 minutes. ... "
" ... Easy setup and got it going in 3 minutes. ... "
" ... But when received it was not broken and was easy to follow the directions that came with it. ... "
Controls
6press, buttons, turn, top, menu
+33%
-67%
" ... I was only able to capture 4 short videos before the shutter button stopped working. ... "
" ... All controls are looped so you spend a lot of time clicking to come back. ... "
" ... This camera only has a select button that goes one direction, so you have to press it many times to get to 2018, and it has to be reset each time. ... "
" ... Also, after turning it off for the night to charge it, the turn on button did not work. ... "
Device Compatibility
6wifi, one, get, easy, app
+67%
-33%
" ... It is easy to sync with the phone, but it uses a built in wifi network to do it. ... "
" ... This one can not connect preview video and pictures to my iPhone 7 Plus. ... "
" ... Like your smartphone, except not. ... "
Screen Protection
5like, underwater, plastic, case
+60%
-40%
" ... Screen seemed cool and then I dove in. ... "
" ... I like that the screen was built in on it. ... "
" ... a cloth wipey thing that seems to come with EVERYTHING that has a screen. ... "
Display Clarity
5small, resolution, lowest, like, good
+80%
-20%
" ... This is using lowest power setting where the rear screen in off and at lowest resolution (still less than 2 hours). ... "
" ... Screen seemed cool and then I dove in. ... Easy to read screen ... "
" ... I like that the screen was built in on it. ... "
" ... a cloth wipey thing that seems to come with EVERYTHING that has a screen. ... "
Video Recording
5recording, camera, good, 4k, vacation
+100%
" ... meaning, you have to turn ON the camera, before you could start recording video. ... "
" ... This a is a great little 4K camera, took it on vacation to the beach and had a great time capturing video!!!! ... "
" ... It's really easy to operate and has good video recording qualities for low price. ... "
" ... I have not started recording yet, but the video quality when just moving the camera around looks good. ... "
" ... I have not tried to record 4K video. ... "
Comfort
5cheap, wrist, straps, included, im
+60%
-40%
" ... it's so cheap that I'm comfortable using them in places I'd be afraid to deploy a GoPro. ... "
" ... Has a soft touch (rubber-ish) coating so it shouldn't slip out of hand. ... "
" ... Hello yall, im typing like this so you know im real! ... "
As Gift
4gift, christmas, bought
+100%
" ... Gifts for my son and daughter. ... "
" ... I bought this as a gift for my young son. ... "
" ... Purchased this camera for my grandson for Christmas. ... "
" ... Can't wait for Christmas! ... "
Storage
4sd, memory, micro, sim, go
+75%
-25%
" ... Be sure not to forget to order a Micro SD card to go along with your action camera so there is no delay capturing memories! ... "
" ... I am charging the battery now and digging out an sd card so will give a more rounded review later. ... "
" ... Also the seller sends spam emails to leave reviews and promised to send a free memory card. ... "
Color
4videos, small, screen, pictures, picture
+50%
-50%
" ... It does not like shadows or dark areas. ... "
" ... The pictures were horrible. ... "
Returns
4returned, return, replacement, purchase, product
-100%
" ... I'm returning it and will do a better job of researching the next product before I purchase it. ... "
" ... I returned it the next day. ... "
" ... I'm thinking of returning it. ... "
Delivery
4day, quickly, email, delivered
+100%
" ... product was shipped quickly. ... "
" ... I got the product on time. ... "
" ... It was delivered the next day and we immediately began using it out. ... "
" ... One day after delivery I received a email from the manufacturer thanking us for the purchase and an offer with email address and name of who to speak to should we encounter any problems. ... "
Ports
4hdmi, cable, usb, plug, even
+50%
-50%
" ... So, every other bump you hit on the road wiggles the cable, partly because the USB port of Cooau is designed so good and firm and sturdy (! ... "
" ... HDMI out to a TV is awful and grainy ... Does not have a clean HDMI out. ... HDMI Out is only 720p ... "
For Running
3+100%
" ... All in all i am pleased with this purchase, and will really put it through the paces when i go trail riding in Colorado this week! ... "
" ... For me this product has worked flawlessly and I use it every time I ride my bike. ... "
" ... I am quite surprised at how easy it was to get up and running. ... "
Cover
3also, case
+100%
" ... Pros: 1.- NICE carrying case and MANY extras. ... "
" ... great carry case, lots of go-pro compatible accessories (also comes with a clip on lav mic!) ... "
" ... I was also impressed with the carrying case that was provided. ... "
Product As Described
3quality, fantastic
+33%
-67%
" ... Also it says it's 20 megapixels, but there is a lot of grainyness in the photos. ... "
" ... The pictures were horrible. ... "
Wifi
3easy
+100%
" ... It is easy to sync with the phone, but it uses a built in wifi network to do it. ... "
" ... For me, I am able to connect to the wifi, however nothing past that. ... "
" ... Syncing with the camera is simple using WiFi. ... "
Design
3good, soft
+100%
" ... And it looks darn good, that matte black and the simple, minimalistic design. ... "
" ... Im still new to what it may look like. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 1181.1 meters
Connectivity
WiFi: Yes
HDMI: Yes
USB: Yes
Camera
Video: Yes
Display
Resolution: 4K