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Ubiquiti UniFi G4 Instant
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Does the Ubiquiti G4 Instant work with HomeKit, Alexa, and Google Home?

The G4 Instant is a compact 2K camera that connects over Wi-Fi and runs on USB power, with 6 m of infrared night vision.

It detects people and vehicles on the camera, and faces and plates need an AI Port. It suits Home Assistant users, with native support through the maker's hub.

At a glance: works withHow this is decided: cited platform facts only
HomeKit
Unknown
Unknown
Google Home
Unknown
Unknown
Alexa
Unknown
Unknown
SmartThings
Unknown
Unknown
Home Assistant
Yes[1]
Proprietary + hub, native

Key facts

Ubiquiti G4 Instant facts

How facts are sourced: every cell cites its source below
FactValue
StatusCurrent[2]
List price$99[3] as of
GenerationG4[2][4]
SeriesG4 Instant[2][4]
Form factorcompact (Instant)[2][4]
Resolution2K (4MP, 2688 x 1512, 16:9)[4]
Sensor5MP CMOS[4]
LensFixed focal length EFL 2.8 mm, ƒ/1.6[4]
Field of viewH: 102.4°, V: 54.9°, D: 120.6°[4]
Power5V, 2A USB power adapter (Included). Instant PoE to USB adapter (Optional).[4]
Network802.11 a/b/g/n/ac WiFi, Bluetooth[4]
IR range6 m (20 ft)[4]
Night modeBuilt-in IR LED illumination and IR cut filter[4]
Smart detectionsyes (people, vehicles, animals)[4]
AudioTwo-way audio[4]
WeatherproofingIPX5[4]
Tamper ratingIK04[4]
Dimensions81.6 x 50 x 47.2 mm (3.2 x 2 x 1.9")[4]
MountingWall mount accessory (Included)[4]
AI detection typesG5 and G4 Series: person and vehicle detection on camera. Face recognition, LPR, vehicle type/color need an AI Port.[5]
How to identify itModel UVC-G4-INS-US. Compact (Instant) camera, G4 series.[4]
First seen2022-03-09[6]
Releasedunknown
US availabilityAvailable[2]

Integration paths

How the Ubiquiti G4 Instant connects

1 pathHow facts are sourced: every cell cites its source below
PathRequiresiLocaliFeatures lostPlatformsi
Proprietary + hubHUBUniFi Console running UniFi Protect[7]unknownunknown
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Requires
Hardware the path needs beyond the device and a controller.
Local
Yes when control on this path keeps working with the internet down.
Platforms
The platforms that work with the device on this path: Native (out of the box), Via integration (needs an add-on) or Not supported.

Home Assistant and Homey

Ways to add the Ubiquiti G4 Instant

2 routesHow facts are sourced: every cell cites its source below
PlatformLeveliIntegrationDetailsEvidenceLimitations
Home AssistantNative (local)[1]unifiprotectProprietary + hub
  • Quality: Platinum[1]
  • IoT class: Local Push[1]
  • Works with Home Assistant: Not certified[1]
Vendor system covered, model not namedLimited: Needs UniFi Protect on a UniFi OS Console (Protect 7.2.105 or later); a local user and an API key are required[1]
HomeyCommunity app[8]com.ubnt.unifiprotectProprietary + hub
  • App: Community[8]
  • Runs on: Homey Pro[8]
Product line namedNone stated
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Level
How the device gets into the platform on this route. The headline is the best route: local before cloud, direct before bridged, core before community. The methodology page lists every level.

Cite this page

Ubiquiti G4 Instant. Smart Home Canon. https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/unifi-g4-ins. Last checked 2026-10-20.

Sources

  1. [1]
    DOChome-assistant.io / UniFi Protect - Home Assistant
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    MFRstore.ui.com / UI Store US: Physical Security category
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    MFRstore.ui.com / UniFi US store: G4 Instant
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  4. [4]
    MFRtechspecs.ui.com / UniFi Tech Specs: Camera G4 Instant (UVC-G4-INS)
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  5. [5]
    MFRhelp.ui.com / UniFi Protect Cameras - AI Detections and Facial Recognition (help.ui.com)
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  6. [6]
    MFRweb.archive.org / Archived copy of Camera G4 Instant, 2022-05-25
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  7. [7]
    MFRhelp.ui.com / Getting Started with UniFi Protect (help.ui.com)
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  8. [8]
    DOChomey.app / Homey App Store: Ubiquiti UniFi Protect and Access
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