Birdbuddy and Birdfy Want Their Budget Smart Bird Feeders to Be Your First
Their entry-level Nook and Rookie cost under $100. I tested both to see which makes the better introduction to backyard bird-watching.
Their entry-level Nook and Rookie cost under $100. I tested both to see which makes the better introduction to backyard bird-watching.
Starting today, new and existing owners of the company’s smart bird feeders will receive an unlimited number of identifications of over 6,000 different species when a bird lands to feed. Previously, free users were limited to only 10 AI bird recognitions per day. Those wanting more details, including a bird’s sex, age category, and health estimates, can opt for the $79.99-per-year Birdfy Membership Plus subscription or the $149.99-per-year Pro option. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/10/birdfy.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
Get a head start on holiday shopping with early Black Friday discounts on Birdfy and Kiwibit models I’ve used and loved.
And that’s with AI-powered bird identification.