Choosing the right Blink camera mount is easy when you have a flat wood wall and do not mind drilling holes, because the factory bracket in the box handles basic screw-in installations. However, mounting a Blink camera on vinyl siding, rain gutters, metal garage doors, downspouts, fences, or high walls where battery changes are inconvenient requires specialized hardware. Fortunately, several complete Blink camera mounts let you position your outdoor security camera at the exact angle your property needs without drilling permanent holes into your siding.
Quick Answer: For horizontal vinyl or aluminum siding, the Holicfun No-Drill Vinyl Siding Mount is the best all-in-one Blink camera mount. Choose the Wasserstein Gutter Mount for roofline clamping, the iTODOS Magnetic Mount for steel doors and beams, the HOLACA Pole Mount for downspouts and posts, the Hibezos 3-Pack Housing Mount or ALERTCAM Adjustable Wall Bracket for extended screw-in wall and corner reach, or the Uogw Solar Charging Mount for continuous solar power.
This guide compares the seven best Blink camera mounts across every common exterior surface and explains how rear bracket compatibility differs among the Blink Outdoor 4 (4th Gen), Outdoor 2K+, Outdoor (3rd Gen), and older XT2 and XT models. If you are also mounting other camera brands around your property, visit our security camera mounts hub for brand-by-brand fitment guides.
Quick Comparison: Best Blink Camera Mounts
The ideal Blink outdoor camera mount depends on your exterior surface and whether you want a tool-free, no-drill installation or a screw-in bracket with wider swivel reach. The table below compares all seven complete mounting kits and the Blink generations each supports.
| Mount | Fits / Attachment | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Holicfun No-Drill Vinyl Siding Mount | Hooks into horizontal vinyl or aluminum lap siding seam; includes Blink adapter (fits Outdoor 4, Outdoor 2K+, 3rd Gen, XT2, XT, and Mini) | No-drill vinyl siding installations |
| Wasserstein Weatherproof Gutter Mount | Clamps onto rain gutter lip with thumbscrews; includes Blink adapter (fits Outdoor 4, Outdoor 3rd Gen, XT2, and XT) | Elevated no-drill gutter placement |
| Hibezos 3-Pack Weatherproof Housing & Mount | 3 protective camera cases + 360-degree wall brackets + Sync Module 2 outlet mount (fits Outdoor 4, Outdoor 2K+, and 3rd Gen) | Multi-camera weather protection & wall mounting |
| ALERTCAM 2-Pack Adjustable Wall Mount Bracket | Extended 360-degree swivel arm for walls, eaves, and corners; includes Blink adapter (fits Outdoor 4, Outdoor 2K+, 3rd Gen, XT2, XT, and Mini) | Replacement brackets & wide-angle corner reach |
| iTODOS 2-Pack Magnetic Wall Mount Bracket | 6-magnet rubberized base with 360-degree ball head; includes Blink adapter (fits Outdoor 4, Outdoor 3rd Gen, XT2, XT, and Mini) | Zero-drill mounting on steel doors, beams, and posts |
| HOLACA 2-Pack Blink Camera Pole Mount | Stainless steel band clamps for 1.18 to 7.87 inch (30mm to 200mm) round or square pipes (fits Outdoor 4, Outdoor 3rd Gen, XT2, XT, and Mini) | Downspouts, fence posts, columns, and small trees |
| Uogw Solar Panel Charging Mount | Screw-in wall or eave bracket with 2W solar panel and 3300mAh battery (fits Blink Outdoor 4, Outdoor 3rd Gen, XT2, and XT) | Solar-powered mounting in sunny locations |
Blink Camera Model Compatibility at a Glance
Before ordering an aftermarket bracket, check which Blink generation you own, as rear housing contours and power ports vary:
- Blink Outdoor 4 (4th Gen) & Outdoor 2K+: Both include a snap-on wall bracket, right-angle soffit adapter, and recessed USB-C port for weather-sealed solar accessories. Blink documents the factory Outdoor 2K+ bracket as model-specific, so Outdoor 2K+ owners should choose aftermarket mounts confirmed for that model (such as the Holicfun siding mount, Hibezos 3-pack housing, or ALERTCAM wall bracket).
- Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen), XT2, and XT: Use Blink’s classic snap-on swivel socket and a rear Micro-USB port. Open-back adapter mounts fit all of these models plus the Outdoor 4, whereas fitted clam-shell cases molded for rounded 3rd/4th Gen cameras will not close over the squarer body of an older XT or XT2.
Important: Blink outdoor cameras do not have a 1/4-20 threaded tripod hole. Universal 1/4-20 brackets require a snap-on Blink adapter. All seven mounts below include the required Blink adapter or snap-on housing in the box.
Best No-Drill Blink Camera Mount for Vinyl Siding
Driving screws into hollow vinyl siding leaves permanent holes that let moisture behind the panels and often results in a loose bracket as the vinyl expands and contracts. A no-drill siding mount hooks into the horizontal overlap seam between two siding courses so you can install or move the camera without leaving a mark.
Holicfun No-Drill Vinyl Siding Mount
The Holicfun No-Drill Vinyl Siding Mount (model HF0230) is our top pick for standard horizontal vinyl or aluminum lap siding. It combines a low-profile aluminum siding hook with a 360-degree swivel and 90-degree tilt ball mount in one weather-resistant unit, eliminating the need to piece together bare siding hooks and separate brackets.
Holicfun includes the snap-on Blink camera adapter in the box alongside its 1/4-20 threaded stud, with confirmed support for the Blink Outdoor 4, Outdoor 2K+, Outdoor (3rd Gen), XT2, XT, and Mini series. Push the curved lip upward into the seam between two horizontal siding courses, tighten the set screws, and snap on your camera.
Best for: Homeowners and renters who want an adjustable no-drill Blink camera mount for horizontal vinyl or aluminum lap siding.
Limitation: Fits standard horizontal lap siding seams; not designed for vertical board-and-batten or shake siding.
Best Gutter Mount for Blink Cameras
When your home has brick, stone, stucco, or vertical siding where a siding clip cannot attach, clamping onto the rain gutter gives you an elevated, no-drill vantage point above a garage door, driveway, or patio.
Wasserstein Weatherproof Gutter Mount
The Wasserstein Weatherproof Gutter Mount pairs a rust-resistant metal gutter clamp and dual thumbscrews with a locking ball-and-socket swivel arm and includes the snap-on Blink adapter required to attach your camera without tools. Wasserstein’s kit fits the Blink Outdoor 4, Outdoor (3rd Gen), XT2, and XT, and exposes a 1/4-20 screw post when the Blink adapter is removed.
Because the ball joint swivels 360 degrees and tilts 180 degrees, you can angle the camera steeply downward from a single-story gutter lip to frame a driveway or front steps. Tighten the two rear thumbscrews evenly against a solid gutter section without crushing thin aluminum.
Best for: No-drill roofline and garage-eave placement with Blink Outdoor 4, Outdoor (3rd Gen), XT2, and XT cameras.
Limitation: Requires a sturdy rain gutter within roughly 8 to 10 feet of the ground for reliable motion detection.
Best Extended Wall, Corner, and Weatherproof Housing Mounts
When you are fastening into wood trim or fascia, Blink’s factory bracket works fine for flat walls, but its short plastic post sits so close to the surface that the camera cannot turn 90 degrees around a corner or downspout. Upgrading to an extended swivel arm or protective housing solves that clearance issue and replaces lost or broken factory mounts.
Hibezos 3-Pack Weatherproof Protective Housing and Adjustable Mount
For multi-camera bundles, the Hibezos 3-Pack Weatherproof Housing and Adjustable Mount kit encloses three cameras inside hard-plastic shells with an upper brow visor that shields the lens from rain droplets and sun glare while leaving the motion sensor, IR LED, and speaker unobstructed. Rear cutouts preserve USB port access for solar cords, and the three extended 360-degree swivel wall brackets provide wide aiming reach on walls and soffits.
The kit also includes a compact AC outlet mount and short USB cord for a Blink Sync Module 2. The clam-shell cases are contoured specifically for the Blink Outdoor 4, Outdoor 2K+, and Outdoor (3rd Gen).
Best for: Blink Outdoor 4, Outdoor 2K+, and 3rd Gen owners outfitting multiple cameras who want protective weather hoods plus a Sync Module 2 outlet mount.
Limitation: Requires screw-in installation and does not fit older square-body Blink XT or XT2 cameras.
ALERTCAM 2-Pack Adjustable Security Wall Mount Bracket
When you do not want an outer shell around the camera and simply need a heavy-duty extended arm for wall, ceiling, eave, or corner mounting, the ALERTCAM 2-Pack Adjustable Wall Mount Bracket (model BWM-001) holds the camera several inches off the mounting surface. That stand-off reach lets you mount near an outside house corner or recessed brick doorway and swivel the lens 360 degrees with 90 degrees of tilt without hitting the adjacent wall.
Because it attaches via a snap-in Blink backplate adapter rather than a fitted case, the ALERTCAM 2-pack works with the Blink Outdoor 4, Outdoor 2K+, Outdoor (3rd Gen), XT2, XT, and Mini series, as well as standard 1/4-20 cameras.
Best for: Replacing lost factory brackets and mounting any Blink generation near corners, doorways, or eaves where extra arm reach is needed.
Limitation: Always fasten outdoors using the included screws and anchors rather than adhesive pads.
Best Magnetic and Pole Mounts for Metal, Downspouts, and Posts
Because Blink Outdoor cameras are wire-free, mounting on a steel carport beam, metal porch column, aluminum gutter downspout, or fence post facing back toward the house often provides the best view of your driveway and entryways.
iTODOS 2-Pack Magnetic Wall Mount Bracket
For steel garage frames, metal barns, iron railings, or steel I-beams, the iTODOS 2-Pack Magnetic Wall Mount Bracket installs in seconds with zero tools. Each rubber-coated disc houses six neodymium magnets rated to hold up to 3.5 pounds (1.6 kg) without scratching paint or sliding down vertical steel surfaces. A 360-degree swivel ball head and snap-on Blink adapter fit the Blink Outdoor 4, Outdoor (3rd Gen), XT2, XT, and Mini.
Test your surface with a kitchen magnet first, as residential rain gutters and siding are often non-magnetic aluminum.
Best for: Instant zero-drill placement on steel doors, metal buildings, iron porch posts, and steel beams.
Limitation: Requires ferromagnetic iron or steel and will not stick to aluminum gutters or aluminum siding.
HOLACA 2-Pack Blink Camera Pole and Downspout Mount
Corner gutter downspouts, chain-link fence posts, and porch columns sit in prime surveillance spots, yet drilling into a hollow downspout causes leaks. The HOLACA 2-Pack Blink Camera Pole Mount (model LIU-F091) straps an adjustable 360-degree swivel bracket and snap-on Blink adapter around round poles or square downspouts from 1.18 to 7.87 inches (30mm to 200mm) in diameter using stainless steel worm-gear band clamps.
Tighten the band with a screwdriver until the base cannot twist by hand, stopping before thin aluminum downspout corners deform. For additional pole and clamp options across other camera brands, see our outdoor security camera mounts guide.
Best for: No-drill mounting on aluminum gutter downspouts, fence posts, lamp posts, columns, and small trees.
Limitation: Exposed stainless steel bands have a utilitarian appearance unless painted to match dark trim.
Solar-Powered Blink Camera Mounts
Busy driveways, cold winters, and frequent Live View checks can drain disposable AA lithium batteries in a few months. On high walls, detached garages, or backyard sheds where climbing a ladder is inconvenient, a solar charging mount keeps the camera powered continuously.
Uogw Solar Panel Charging Mount
The Uogw Solar Panel Charging Mount combines a protective Blink camera cradle, an adjustable 2-watt monocrystalline solar panel, and a built-in 3300mAh rechargeable battery on a single three-screw base. Because the upper solar panel tilts and rotates independently of the lower camera holder, you can aim the panel toward direct southern sunlight while pointing the camera downward at your walkway.
Uogw includes weather-sealed power connectors for the Blink Outdoor 4 (USB-C) as well as the Blink Outdoor (3rd Gen), XT2, and XT (Micro-USB). Install the unit where it receives several hours of direct daily sun rather than deep under a shaded porch overhang. Blink also sells first-party options, including Blink Solaris (for Outdoor 4 and Outdoor 2K+) and the original Blink Solar Panel Mount (for Outdoor 3rd Gen only).
Best for: Blink Outdoor 4, 3rd Gen, and XT2/XT cameras installed on sunny walls, sheds, or garages.
Limitation: Requires screw-in mounting in direct sunlight and is not explicitly confirmed for the Outdoor 2K+.
Can You Mount a Blink Camera Inside a Window?
Mounting a battery-powered Blink Outdoor 4, Outdoor 2K+, 3rd Gen, or XT2 camera behind an indoor glass window does not work reliably. Battery-powered Blink cameras rely on passive infrared (PIR) motion sensors that detect body heat, and ordinary window glass blocks thermal infrared energy so people walking past will not trigger recordings. In addition, night-vision infrared LEDs reflect off glass at night and blind the lens with white glare.
Plug-in models like the Blink Mini, Mini 2, and Mini 2K+ use pixel-based motion detection rather than PIR sensors, so they can detect movement through single-pane glass if IR LEDs are turned off and outdoor lighting is bright. For indoor setups, see our Blink Mini mounting guide and our indoor security camera mounts guide.
Placement Tips for Reliable Motion Detection
- Stick to 8 to 10 feet above the ground: Mounting 15 to 20 feet high under a second-story gable shrinks the PIR sensor’s effective detection range and captures the tops of heads rather than faces.
- Angle the camera across walking paths: PIR sensors detect lateral movement across the frame much better than someone walking straight toward the lens. Mount slightly to one side of a walkway or driveway, such as on a corner downspout with the HOLACA pole mount or a side wall with the ALERTCAM arm.
- Test Wi-Fi and Sync Module signal in Live View first: Hold the camera at the planned spot before tightening clamps or driving screws. If the Sync Module signal is weak near a garage or back porch, move the Sync Module closer using the outlet bracket included in the Hibezos 3-pack or one of the options in our Blink Sync Module mounting guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you mount a Blink camera without drilling?
Yes. You have four surface-specific no-drill options: the Holicfun Vinyl Siding Mount for horizontal lap siding, the Wasserstein Gutter Mount for rain gutters, the iTODOS Magnetic Mount for steel doors and iron posts, and the HOLACA Pole Mount for downspouts and fence posts.
Do Blink Outdoor 4 and Outdoor 2K+ use the same mount?
Both use a snap-on rear swivel socket and USB-C power port, and both work with the Holicfun siding mount, Hibezos 3-pack housing kit, ALERTCAM adjustable wall brackets, and Blink Solaris. However, Blink specifies that the factory Outdoor 2K+ bracket is model-specific, so always verify Outdoor 2K+ support before ordering fitted accessories.
Can you mount a Blink camera upside down or under a soffit?
Yes. The Outdoor 4 and Outdoor 2K+ include a right-angle adapter that lets the factory bracket mount to a horizontal soffit or eave while keeping the camera upright. Extended swivel arms like the ALERTCAM and Hibezos brackets also tilt 90 degrees, and the Blink app includes a Flip Video toggle.
Can Blink Mini cameras use these mounts?
Open-back adapter brackets (Holicfun, ALERTCAM, iTODOS, and HOLACA) include a snap-on Blink adapter that fits the Blink Mini, Mini 2, and Mini 2K+. For indoor placement, see our Blink Mini mount recommendations or our Blink Mini Pan and Tilt Mount guide.
Bottom Line: Choosing the Right Blink Camera Mount
If you are fastening a Blink camera onto wood trim or a porch post where two small screws are fine and the angle is simple, start with the bracket included in the box. When you want to avoid drilling or need wider adjustment, match the bracket to your surface: pick the Holicfun No-Drill Vinyl Siding Mount for lap siding, the Wasserstein Gutter Mount for roofline gutters, the iTODOS Magnetic Mount for steel doors and beams, or the HOLACA Pole Mount for downspouts and posts. For screw-in installations needing corner reach, weather hoods, or solar power, choose the Hibezos 3-Pack Housing Kit, the ALERTCAM 2-Pack Wall Brackets, or the Uogw Solar Charging Mount.
If you are also installing a Blink Video Doorbell at your front entry, see our Blink doorbell mount guide for angle wedges, no-drill apartment door clamps, and 4-inch vinyl siding blocks, or check out our Arlo camera mounts guide, our Reolink Argus mounts guide, and our full outdoor security camera mounts roundup.
