You load your horse in the trailer and get on the road, but what the heck is your horse doing back there? That is a question many horse owners have asked themselves for years. To answer this question many horse owners have installed horse trailer camera systems in their horse trailers.
There is a wide variety to choose from when it comes to horse trailer cameras. From baby monitors to home security cameras to cameras marketed specifically as horse trailer cameras, the options that people use are almost endless.
These are the trailer cameras we will be reviewing:
What is the Need for a Horse Trailer Camera?
First off, having a camera in the trailer with your horses would obviously enable you to see what is going on in the horse trailer. Many horse people have pulled over to check on their horses after feeling movement in the horse trailer as they were driving, only to find that all is well in their horse trailer. This is nuisance as it takes up time to stop the rig and get it going again. Other times though people get to their destination only to find their horses and trailer in disarray.
It is true that the vast majority of the time you and your horse will get from point A to point B without an issue, but every once in a while, horses become a liability to themselves or things happen on the road. This is where the horse trailer camera would become an asset in preventing or stopping further injury to your horses and damage to your trailer.
What Type of System Do You Need?
The type of horse trailer camera system each person needs varies. For the most part though, there are many wireless camera and screen systems that will do the job. Some things to take into careful consideration are the durability of the camera, camera night vision, reception distance, wireless or wired, and price.
Camera Durability
Not all cameras are created equal. That being said, a baby monitor camera will not hold up to the abuse that an actual horse trailer camera will hold up to.
Camera Night Vision
Horses are not always transported at night, but when they are, what good will your camera be if it doesn’t have night vision capabilities?
Reception Distance
How far is your cab from where your camera will be? Not everyone will need 100 feet of optimal wireless reception, but the measurement from cab to camera needs to be taken into account before purchasing a system.
Wireless or Wired
It is much easier to install a wireless horse trailer camera system than a wired one. Wireless systems may have a higher cost, but you also need to figure in the value of your time and extra materials for installing a wired system.
Price
As with many things in life, budget drives choice. Don’t buy a system that you can’t afford.
What Horses Would Benefit from a System?
Depending on the horse and the situation, a horse trailer camera system could be very beneficial for added safety during transportation. One example would be hauling a stallion with a few mares; by having a trailer camera system in place you would be able to monitor how the horses are doing inside the trailer and decide if any adjustments need made for the safety of the horses during transportation. You could also use it while you are going on a road trip with your horses to watch their overall health throughout the trip.
We Review The Best Horse Trailer Camera Systems
Tadibrothers 7 Inch Horse Trailer Monitor with Wireless Mounted Backup Camera
This system has a 120 degree angle view and is waterproof along with auto night vision. A very tough built camera and wireless.
Product Description
Screen:
- 7 Inch Screen
- LCD
- Supports 2 Cameras
- Powers From Cigarette Lighter
- 120 Degree Field Of Vision
- Night Vision
- Adjustable
- Made With Elements In Mind
- Transmits Up To 50 Feet
- Battery Powered Or Can Tap Into Trailer Wiring
- No Cables Needed
- The System Is Wireless
- The Camera Can Be Powered In Different Ways
- The Camera Has Night Vision
- The Camera Is Adjustable
- The Camera Has 120 Degree Field Of Vision
- The Camera Is Durable
- Most Expensive Option
- Only Transmits Up To 50 Feet
- No Warranty
YUWEI Wireless Backup Camera System
Yuwei Wireless Trailer Camera Systems are easy to install and offer 120 degree viewing. Powering is easy and takes only minutes to set up.
Product Decsription
Screen:
- 5 Inch Screen
- LCD
- Supports 4 Cameras
- Powers From Cigarette Lighter
- 10 Infrared Lights
- Waterproof
- Instant Tranmission
- Transmits Up To 260 Feet
- Rotate 90 Degrees
- 130 Degree Field Of Vision
- 2 Year Warranty
- The System Is Wireless
- The Camera Is Waterproof
- Camera Can Rotate 90 Degrees
- Camera Has 10 Infrared Lights
- Screen Can Suction To The Windshield
- Camera Has 130 Degree Field Of Vision
- The Transmission Is Instant
- Can Support Numerous Cameras
- Transmits Over Long Distances
- The Camera Needs To Be Bolted To The Trailer
- You Have To Tap Into Trailer Wiring To Power Camera
Iball 5.8GHz Wireless Magnetic Trailer Hitch Rear View Camera
The IBall Digital Pro Wireless Camera is a quick and easy install and a great way to be safe when hooking up your trailer, or checking out to see what your horses are doing while on the trip. Very versatile camera with great range while being sturdy.
Product Decsription
Screen:
- 3.5 Inch Screen
- LCD
- Supports 1 Camera
- Powers From Cigarette Lighter
- Transmission May Decrease At High Speeds
- Internal Battery Lasts 4 Hours
- 120 Degree Field Of Vision
- Transmits Up To 25 Feet
- Rechargable Internal Battery
- No Cables Needed
- The System Is Wireless
- Easy Installation
- The Camera Battery Is Rechargable
- The Camera Has 120 Degree Field Of Vision
- The Camera Mounts Magnetically To The Trailer
- Small Screen
- No Warranty
- The Screen Only Supports One Camera
- Low Camera Battery Life
Dallux 7 Inch Monitor Heavy Duty Waterproof Rear View Camera
The Dallux Wireless Camera System offers many convenient features that keep your eyes on the road and on your horses and trailer for piece of mind.
Product Decsription
Screen:
- 7 Inch Screen
- Supports 2 Cameras
- Auto Dimming
- Weatherproof
- 18 Infra-red Lights
- 130 Degree Field Of Vision
- Big Screen
- Lowest Cost
- Screen Dims Automatically Based On The Lighting
- Camera Has 18 Infra-red Lights
- The Screen Supports 2 Cameras
- The Camera Is Waterproof
- The Camera Has 130 Degree Field Of Vision
- High Cruising Speeds Should Not Affect Performance
- The System Is Wired
- No Warranty
- Hardest To Install
- The Camera Has To Be Bolted Down
- There May Not Be Enough Wire For The Installation
SWIFT HITCH SH04 Portable Wireless Wi-Fi Camera
The Swift Hitch Camera System is a low profile and highly portable camera system you can use with your smart phone. Quickly install and sync with your phone for easy transmission anywhere you need.
Product Decsription
Screen:
- Free App You Use On Your Device
- Does Not Use Any Data On Your Device
- Battery Powered
- 5 Hour Rechargeable Battery Life
- 65 Degree Field Of Vision
- Link To Multiple Devices At Once
- Water Resistant
- Night Vision
- 5 Hour Camera Battery Life
- Camera Is Water Resistant
- You Can Watch Camera From Multiple Devices
- Free App To Watch The Camera
- App Does Not Use Data On Device
- No Cables
- Camera Has Night Vision
- Camera Is Water Resistant
- System Is Totally Wireless
- Easy Installation
- System Does Not Come With It’s Own Screen
- Camera Only Has A 65 Degree Field Of Vision
- Second Highest Price Of Systems Reviewed
We Have A Winner!
Out of the horse trailer camera systems we reviewed our favorite is the Yuwei Camera System. Having to tap the camera into the trailer wiring is a double-edged sword in that it is harder to install, but that means it won’t run out of power. This system also has the longest warranty life out of all the camera systems we viewed, which shows us that the company stands behind their product and its durability. Also, being able to use 4 cameras with the screen is something else that could give you more eyes on your horses. You don’t have to choose this particular system, but for us it is the best choice.
