At a glance
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
|---|---|
| Zoom | Digital zoom |
| Field of View | 360° |
| Auto Framing | Speaker tracking, auto framing (Algorithm 4.0) |
| Camera | Dual 4K HDR sensors |
| Connection | USB, network, standalone Android |
- Model Meeting Ultra
- Released 2023
KandaoLast updated on November 2026
Kandao Meeting Ultra Review
- Small room STRONG
- Large room STRONG
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Overview
Meeting around a round or square table in a medium room? The Kandao Meeting Ultra is a standalone 360° conference camera with dual 4K HDR sensors, two 15.6-inch Full HD touchscreens, eight omnidirectional microphones with a 5.5 m pickup range, a 10 W speaker, and Android-based meeting apps, so it can run calls without a laptop.
- Runs Zoom, Teams and other apps on its own
- Two screens let both sides of the table see the call
- 4K HDR 360° capture
- Daisy chain for larger rooms
Key Takeaways
- 8 mics with 5.5 m pickup
- 8-core CPU with 6 TOPS NPU
- Algorithm 4.0 framing
Best For
- Round tables
- Medium rooms
- PC-free rooms
Avoid If
- Your room uses a wall display as the main screen
- You need a portable camera
Pros & Cons
Its size, weight and price make it a specialised choice.
PROS
- Runs Zoom, Teams and other apps on its own
- Two screens let both sides of the table see the call
- 4K HDR 360° capture
- Daisy chain for larger rooms
CONS
- Heavy at 4.19 kg
- Screens block some sightlines on narrow tables
- Pricey for a centre-table device
Review Scores
Score Breakdown
8.9/10 Expert Score
- Optics & Room Coverage9.3/10
- AI Speaker Tracking & Framing9.4/10
- Room Audio Pickup & Output10.0/10
- OS Platform & Ecosystem8.0/10
- Deployment & I/O6.0/10
How this score is calculated
Each criterion is the weighted average of its available spec scores (0–10), calculated from official specifications using our Conference Cameras scoring matrix. Empty specs are skipped, not scored as 0. The Expert Score is the weighted average of the scored criteria, shown out of 10; stars = Expert Score ÷ 2 (a 9.4/10 score is 4.7 stars), to one decimal.
| Criterion | Weight | From specs | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optics & Room CoverageField of View: 360° → 10.0; Ideal Room Size: Medium rooms → 7.5; Max Resolution: 3840 x 2160 → 9.5 | 30% | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| AI Speaker Tracking & FramingSpeaker Tracking: Yes → 10.0; Auto Framing: Speaker tracking → 8.5 | 25% | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Room Audio Pickup & OutputBuilt-in Mics: 8 omnidirectional, 5.5 m pickup → 10.0 | 20% | 10.0 | 10.0 |
| OS Platform & EcosystemTeams Rooms: Zoom → 8.0 | 15% | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Deployment & I/OMounting: Table → 6.0 | 10% | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| Expert Score | 8.9/10 | ||
Scores by Use Case
- Small room80/100
- Large room80/100
Kandao Meeting Ultra Review
Kandao is a Shenzhen-based camera maker known for 360° cameras. The Meeting Ultra launched in May 2023 as the flagship of its Meeting range, adding screens and standalone software to the panoramic format.
Optics & Room Coverage 9.3/10
Two 4K HDR sensors capture a 360° view at up to 3840 x 2160. The panorama is stitched in the device and fed to the meeting app with speaker and group views.
In a room with windows, HDR keeps faces visible against bright backgrounds, which is a common weakness of centre-table cameras. Detail is good at a typical table distance, though it softens on people sitting far back.
Compared with the Owl Labs Meeting Owl 4+, the Kandao uses two lenses rather than one, which reduces stitching artefacts but adds height and weight.
The camera sees a full 360° from the middle of the table, and Kandao specifies a 5.5 m pickup radius for the eight omnidirectional microphones.
Eye-level placement means remote participants see faces rather than the tops of heads. The two screens let people on both sides of the table see the remote attendees without turning to a wall display.
Two units can be daisy-chained 1.5 to 4.5 m apart to cover rooms with 12 to 18 people, with the system combining both views into a single feed.
- View 360°
- Room Size Medium rooms
- Res. 3840 x 2160
AI Speaker Tracking & Framing 9.4/10
Zoom is digital, using crops from the 360° image for speaker close-ups. There is no optical zoom, as with every centre-table 360° camera.
This works because people sit within a few metres of the camera. Close-ups of the person speaking are sharp enough for video calls, and the camera switches smoothly between speakers.
If participants sit far from the table, a front-of-room PTZ such as the Rally Camera gives better reach, but at the cost of the eye-level view.
- Tracking Yes
- Framing Speaker tracking
Room Audio Pickup & Output 10.0/10
The Meeting Ultra uses 8 omnidirectional, 5.5 m pickup.
It is specified for Medium rooms; 12 to 18 people with daisy chain.
OS Platform & Ecosystem 8.0/10
Kandao’s Algorithm 4.0 handles speaker tracking, auto framing and layout modes. The touchscreens control meetings directly without a separate controller.
Standalone app support removes the need to manage a room PC. Firmware updates arrive over the network, and the interface is simple enough for walk-in meetings.
- Teams Rooms Zoom
Deployment & I/O 6.0/10
The device runs Android with an 8-core CPU and 6 TOPS NPU, so Zoom, Teams and other apps run locally. It can also connect to a laptop over USB as a camera and speakerphone.
At 4.19 kg it is built to stay put, which suits dedicated rooms rather than shared kits that move between spaces. Cabling is simple: one power cable and network for standalone use.
Daisy chaining adds a second unit for bigger tables. For PC-free rooms, this is simpler than buying a separate compute box and display.
- Mounting Table
Full Specifications
General
| Release Year | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Launch Price | $2,499 |
| Weight | 4.19 kg |
| Model Number | Meeting Ultra |
Optics & Room Coverage 9.3/10
| Zoom | Digital zoom |
|---|---|
| Field of View | 360° |
| Ideal Room Size | Medium rooms; 12 to 18 people with daisy chain |
| Sensor | Dual 4K HDR sensors |
| Digital Zoom | Yes |
| HDR | Yes |
| Best For | Round tables in medium rooms without a room PC |
| Camera Resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Camera | Dual 4K HDR sensors |
AI Speaker Tracking & Framing 9.4/10
| Speaker Tracking | Yes |
|---|---|
| Auto Framing | Speaker tracking, auto framing (Algorithm 4.0) |
Room Audio Pickup & Output 10.0/10
| Built-in Mics | 8 omnidirectional, 5.5 m pickup |
|---|---|
| Audio Output | 10 W speaker |
OS Platform & Ecosystem 8.0/10
| Teams Rooms | Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet and more (Android standalone or USB mode) |
|---|---|
| Software | Android apps, Kandao Algorithm 4.0 |
Deployment & I/O 6.0/10
| Mounting | Table |
|---|---|
| Connection | USB, network, standalone Android |
Product Details
| Brand | Kandao |
|---|---|
| Model | Meeting Ultra |
| Model number | Meeting Ultra |
| Release year | 2023 |
Price Comparison
| Store | Price | Deal |
|---|---|---|
| Kandaovr.comOfficial Kandao store | Launch price $2,499 | View deal (opens in a new tab) |
The Verdict
Buy the Kandao Meeting Ultra if you are buying for medium rooms with round or square tables where everyone sits around the device.
Skip it if your room uses a wall display as the main screen. If you want a lighter centre camera, the Jabra PanaCast 50 covers the front of the room instead.
We based this page on Kandao’s product listing and technical data. The score above follows the published method on How We Score.
FAQs
Does it need a computer?
No, it runs Android apps on its own, or connects to a laptop over USB.
What screens does it have?
Two 15.6-inch Full HD touchscreens.
How far do the mics reach?
5.5 m.
Can it cover large rooms?
Daisy-chain two units for 12 to 18 people.
What resolution is it?
Dual 4K HDR, 3840 x 2160.
Is there optical zoom?
No, zoom is digital.
How heavy is it?
4.19 kg.
When did it launch?
May 2023.
