Everything you need to know about our data options for your Horse Watch camera
Are you curious about the data usage of your Horse Watch camera, how long a prepaid data bundle lasts, and if a subscription might be a better fit for your situation? In this blog, we'll explain everything clearly. This way, you can easily make the right choice.
How does data usage work with a camera?
Your camera comes standard with a prepaid SIM card with 1GB of data. 1GB might not seem like much, but it can last surprisingly long. For example: if you watch your horse live for one minute, 10 times a day, you use approximately 10MB per day. Over a month, that's about 300MB. Your 1GB data bundle would then last for about 100 days.
Please note: saving images does not consume data. You only use data if you:
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watch live via the app
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view recordings via the app
Calculation example – 1 hour per day
Daily consumption:
1 hour x 400MB = 400MB per day
Monthly consumption (30 days):
30 x 400MB = 12,000MB = 12GB per month
Data usage summary
| Daily usage duration | Monthly consumption |
|---|---|
| 10 minutes | ± 300MB |
| 1 hour | ± 12GB |
| 3 hours | ± 36GB |
So, if you use the camera intensively, for example, for foaling monitoring or because you watch live frequently and for extended periods? Then we recommend choosing a monthly subscription with 10GB or unlimited data. This prevents interruptions and allows you to watch without worries.
Our data options: a suitable solution for every type of use
Prepaid data bundles
If you use the camera occasionally, don't want to be tied to monthly costs, or simply want to stay in control, then our prepaid SIM card is perfect. You choose how much data you need, and you can easily top up via the online portal.
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No contract
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No obligations
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Valid throughout Europe via the KPN network
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Bundles remain valid for 12 months
Example rates:
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500MB – €8.75
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1GB – €10.29
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2GB – €18.15
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5GB – €30.86
If you top up on time, your existing credit remains valid, and its validity is extended by 12 months.
Data subscriptions (5GB, 10GB or unlimited)
Prefer not to worry about your data? Then our subscriptions are ideal. This way, you're always sure you can watch live—even with daily or intensive use.
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Available with 5GB, 10GB or unlimited usage per month
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No manual top-up required
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Ideal for those who want convenience and certainty
Do you use the camera in a remote location? Then mobile internet via 4G is often the only option. With our SIM card, you have coverage via the KPN network and all major networks in Europe.
How does it work in practice?
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You receive your camera with a prepaid SIM card and 1GB of data
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The SIM card is already fully activated and set up—you don't have to do anything yourself
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You can monitor your data usage and validity via the online portal
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Is your bundle or SIM card (almost) expired? You will automatically receive an email notification
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You choose whether to top up or switch to a subscription
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This way, you always stay connected and experience a bit of convenience
What exactly is a prepaid IoT SIM card?
Our prepaid SIM cards are specially developed for IoT applications such as security cameras. They use the reliable KPN IoT network with coverage in almost all of Europe.
With your personal online portal, you can:
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View your data usage
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Check remaining credit and validity
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Manually top up or set up automatic refill
Where does the SIM card work?
The included SIM card works in almost all of Europe, including:
AUSTRIA | BELGIUM | BULGARIA | CROATIA | CYPRUS | CZECH REPUBLIC | DENMARK | ESTONIA | FINLAND | FRANCE | FRENCH POLYNESIA | GERMANY | GREECE | HUNGARY | ICELAND | IRELAND | ITALY | LATVIA | LIECHTENSTEIN | LITHUANIA | LUXEMBOURG | MALTA | NETHERLANDS | NORWAY | POLAND | PORTUGAL | RÉUNION | ROMANIA | SLOVAKIA | SLOVENIA | SPAIN | SWEDEN | SWITZERLAND | UNITED KINGDOM |
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Do you have questions or would you like personal advice on which data solution best suits your usage? Feel free to contact us—we're happy to help you find the best option.
