Birdbuddy, a nature technology company, has announced Birdbuddy Nook and Birdbuddy Home, its next generation of AI-powered smart bird feeders. The two feeders will launch on October 22, 2026. Nook starts at $99 for the non-solar model and is designed for first-time birdwatchers and smaller outdoor spaces. Home is Birdbuddy’s new flagship feeder, with a six-cup seed reservoir, dual integrated solar panels, and IP67-rated weatherproof construction.
A Compact Nook
Birdbuddy Nook has a 2K HDR camera with a 135-degree wide field of view, instant wake-up, continuous capture, and AI-powered species recognition through the Birdbuddy app. Users can position it in portrait or landscape orientation, while its 3.8-cup seed reservoir supports everyday use. An optional solar roof provides flexible charging and reduced maintenance.
Franci Zidar, CEO and Co-Founder at Birdbuddy, said:
“We’ve always believed that connecting with nature should be something everyone can enjoy, but we also know that price can be a barrier for people who are just getting started. Nook is our first product under $100, and that’s a big milestone for us. We wanted to create something that makes it easy for someone to give Birdbuddy a try, whether they’re curious about the birds in their backyard or looking for a gift that feels a little more meaningful. It’s about making that first connection with nature as simple and accessible as possible.”
A Larger Home Feeder
Birdbuddy Home also uses a 2K HDR camera and a 135-degree field of view, with enhanced action clarity, instant wake-up, and continuous capture. Its built-in perch extender, dual-band Wi-Fi, solar panels, and larger seed reservoir are designed to reduce refills and manual charging.
Both feeders connect to the Birdbuddy app, where users can receive bird visit notifications, view close-up photos and videos, and discover more about nearby wildlife. Home also offers AI-powered species recognition and fast livestream access through the app.
Birdbuddy Nook with Solar.
Changes to the Lineup
The feeders were first unveiled at CES in January as the Birdbuddy 2 Mini and Birdbuddy 2. Birdbuddy Nook without Solar will be available exclusively through Birdbuddy’s website for $99 MSRP, while Nook with Solar Roof will cost $159 MSRP and Home will cost $219 MSRP.
Availability at select retail partners will follow later in October. Beginning October 22, Birdbuddy Pro will no longer be available for purchase on Birdbuddy’s website, with remaining inventory available through Amazon through the end of 2026.
