You probably already know what a webcam is. But if you have a Macbook that is one of the most recent models (2022 and later), your built-in webcam is probably leaving much to be desired in terms of image fidelity.
Even with the better built-in webcam, you may want to be clearer or have more control over how you look with settings like color temperature, sharpness, contrast, zoom, and field-of-view. Having an external camera achieves that, and it also gives you more natural-looking motion (likely due to capturing at higher frame rates).
Disclosure:
I was sent a free OSBOT Meet 2 for review purposes, but I was not compensated for writing this. As a result, I don’t care if you buy one or not, allowing me to be truly objective. My opinions are my own, and no one from the brand was allowed to see this review or provide input on the content. If you’d like your product reviewed, send an email to [email protected]. If it’s something I find interesting, I’ll review it.
I recently was sent the OBSBOT Meet 2 webcam and ran it through some side-by-side tests against the built-in camera on the latest MacBook Pro 16″, as well as the Logitech Brio 4K. Both are solid comparison points. The results? Overall, the OBSBOT Meet 2 outperformed expectations and left a strong impression.
Image Quality
Let’s start with the obvious: it looks really good. Visually, the OBSBOT offers a more natural, lifelike color profile compared to the Logitech Brio, which tends to skew cooler and flatten out skin tones. Against the MacBook’s built-in camera, it’s not even close. The OBSBOT delivers better color, depth, exposure, and sharpness.
That said, there are trade-offs.
What are the differences, really?
While the OBSBOT has more pleasing colors, the Brio produces a slightly sharper image with a wider field of view (which can be adjusted). If you’re trying to capture more of your environment or want ultra-high clarity across the entire frame, the Brio still has an advantage. I also have to give credit to Logitech on the mounting hardware. The clip on the Brio is far more solid and adaptable than the one that ships with the OBSBOT. The same goes for the privacy cover. The Brio’s design is better executed and feels more reliable.
But where the OBSBOT really wins is where it matters most: how you look on camera. In my tests on Zoom and other video calls, the OBSBOT delivered a noticeably more flattering image of the subject — me. It added warmth and richness to my skin tone without oversaturating, and I looked less pale and washed-out than I did with the Brio. That’s a big deal for anyone spending hours a day on video calls.
The OBSBOT also includes some smart gesture features, like using hand signals to zoom or switch focus. I can see that being helpful in certain setups, but I disabled it. It didn’t fit my workflow and occasionally triggered when I didn’t intend it to.
Comparisons:
Osbot:
Logitech:
Built in:
Bottom line: the OBSBOT Meet 2 is a strong webcam with a lot to like. If your priority is looking good in meetings rather than showcasing your background in ultra-sharp detail, it’s a wise investment. While Logitech still leads in mechanical design, the OBSBOT is the better choice for presence over pixels.
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