FLIR ONE Android USB-C Thermal Camera vs FOXWELL RT280 Thermal Imaging Camera

Head-to-head spec comparison to help you pick the right thermal camera for your needs.

FLIR

$199

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FOXWELL

$159.99

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Spec Winner

FOXWELL RT280 Thermal Imaging Camera

Wins on 5 of 5 spec categories

Spec-by-Spec Comparison

SpecFLIR ONE Android USB-C Thermal CameraFOXWELL RT280 Thermal Imaging Camera
Form FactorPhone moduleHandheld
Native IR80 x 60120 x 90 class
Super Resolution240 x 180240 x 180 TISR
Native IR Pixels4800 px10800 px
Refresh Rate9 Hz25 Hz
Max Temp752 F1022 F
Sensitivity150 mK classNot published
AccuracyNot publishedNot published
Field of ViewNot publishedNot published
FocusFixed focusFixed focus
Close FocusGeneral inspectionGeneral inspection
Visible CameraPhone cameraNot published
Image FusionYesNo
Phone SupportAndroid USB-CStandalone
PC AnalysisNoYes
Battery LifePhone poweredNot published
StoragePhone/app storage8 GB
RuggednessNot publishedNot published
Price$199$159.99
Rating8.0/108.5/10
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Pros & Cons

FLIR ONE Android USB-C Thermal Camera

Pros

  • Good brand-backed Android option for quick thermal checks
  • Visible/thermal context is more useful than raw heat blobs for beginners
  • Compact enough for travel, home projects, and quick shop triage

Cons

  • 80 x 60 native IR limits fine detail
  • Phone orientation and connector fit can be annoying
  • Not the right pick for serious PCB macro work

FOXWELL RT280 Thermal Imaging Camera

Pros

  • PC analysis, photo/video recording, and storage make it more than a bare viewer
  • Laser pointer and standalone shape fit field-style troubleshooting
  • Strong value if the workflow features matter

Cons

  • Thermal resolution headline is partly super-resolution language
  • Bulkier than phone modules
  • Brand ecosystem is less familiar than FLIR or TOPDON

Our Verdicts

FLIR ONE Android USB-C Thermal Camera

The FLIR ONE Android USB-C is the Android-side counterpart to the iOS model: lower native resolution, but a friendly app ecosystem and useful visual context.

FOXWELL RT280 Thermal Imaging Camera

The FOXWELL RT280 is a practical workflow pick. It earns attention when you care about saved images, PC review, and a standalone field tool more than the smallest camera.

FLIR ONE Android USB-C Thermal Camera

$199

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FOXWELL RT280 Thermal Imaging Camera

$159.99

Buy on Amazon

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