Eufy Battery Video Doorbell VS Wired Version - Comparison of Features, Video & Audio Quality
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 ส.ค. 2024
- Today, we are comparing the newly released Eufy battery powered video doorbell with their wired version. We will compare the pricing, features, video and audio quality and see if one version is a better fit for your needs.
There are some issues and bugs that Eufy needs to address but overall as to basic features for a video doorbell, both of these versions work pretty good. The main thing about these video doorbells is that they do not upload their footage to the cloud which means no monthly subscription.
They are also one of the few that has 2K (2560x1920) resolution and has a 4:3 aspect ratio so that you will be able to see more vertically than a regular 16:9 aspect ratio.
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This has to be the most thorough review I have ever seen, really great video!
You did an excellent job comparing the wired and battery version of the eufy doorbell cameras. This was the best review of these doorbell cameras that I have seen. Keep up the good work. Your service is appreciated.
Thank you. I appreciate it.
Fantastic comparison the best I’ve seen so far. You certainly know what you’re doing.
Thanks for the comparison review, I got a update on the Eufy Wired Video Doorbell today,but they didn't say what it was for.
Best review so far and love that you provided a pdf comparison chart. Thank you.
All of your reviews are very detailed and informative. I like to see your reviews because of that. And you do many “real life” tests which is nice
Thank you. I appreciate it.
I've decided on using Eufy for my home monitoring/security needs and your videos have been invaluable for making decisions on what to get. Thanks a ton for taking the time.
The significant issue with Eufy "security" is that the wireless cameras will go offline randomly. I 've had my five Eufycam 2 and three Homebase2 for nearly two years, and cameras will go offline and come back online randomly and for varying lengths of time. Homebases are not moved, cameras are mounted, and weather conditions are not a factor. For example, a particular camera (which has a strong wifi connection and is less than 20ft away) may go offline for just a couple of minutes and come back online without me "interfering," and other times it could be a month. Rebooting the appropriate HB does not help. In the end, Eufy does not really provide reliable security. In spite of this, I got a wireless doorbell recently.
I am impressed that EUFY responds so quickly to your videos. They obviously recognize that you are a good reviewer.
First I'll say thank you for another awesome video, especially on eufy I'm super excited about this product. I need it be better integrated with such as SmartThings, IFTTT etc as standard throughout their ecosystem. When issues are fixed I have about 11 to 12 households to recommend this product to. I agree with your review LifeHackster! I'm counting a delay 3 to 4 second delay from son to Dad with a reply... it needs to be much better also the video quality. Some added features and customization with the unit( also other product lines cam2, cam 2c, and storage base) would definitely make this product stand out even more!
Once again a fantastic video. Clear and simple. Also it is great The company is updating issues thanks to your feedback. Great work mate.
Thank you. I appreciate it.
Great video!!!! Thank you for all the details. This is BY FAR the best comparison I have seen!!!!
Since eufy seems to contact you I am leaving my questions comments on your video.
1. I would purchase a PoE eufy doorbell if available. I install a lot of Ring Elite because of this feature.
2. They need to update their software to automatically delete old recordings after X number of days (user selectable). In order to delete old recordings you have to go day by day, which is not friendly.
Otherwise I have had my eufy doorbell for about 2 years and it is great.
Thank you for the video review and hopefully eufy gets my message.
Thanks for the video. I have watched several other videos by you on Eufy cameras. Although it seems impressive Eufy is responsive to your tests, I am concerned about why does a company with probably millions in a R&D department can't figure these issues before it gets to the consumer. These issues are pretty common sense concepts. Why can't their engineers think through these issues? I was planning on investing on a complete camera and doorbell system from Eufy but think I will wait until something else better comes along either from Eufy or another manufacturer. Thanks again for taking the time to make these videos.
Thanks for your comparison. I'm glad I ordered the wired doorbell after watching your reviews. I wish Eufy would update their wired doorbell and add IFTTT integration.
Thank you.
Great review.
1st video watched from this channel and I subscribed because of your full explanation details video.
Great job!’
Excellent review! I was able to understand everything. Thank you.
Great video. Sound really great that they try to fix the problems as soon as possible.
As others have stated, you should do a follow-up review between the wired version and the battery version (but using wire instead of battery). Then do some of the tests again eg live streaming
Great job on this video! I love these kind of hands-on practical reviews.
What is the day time motion range on these doorbells? Does motion/person have to be within a certain distance before the camera picks it up? I have a rather long driveway and I'd like to be able to start recording well before they get to my door.
Also, the wired doorbell storing footage within the doorbell (which can easily be stolen) and the battery doorbell storing footage in the home base (inside the house, therefore, much more secure) is a huge difference.
Thanks for thorough review. Helped me a lot what to chose.
I appreciate your analytics, it was a big help, thanks bunches!
good video. Good news for us in the UK, Eufy is to release both doorbells in quarter 2 this year.
I’m glad to hear that.
Great vid and very informative. Just purchased the battery version. Thank you.
love your videos i got the wired doorbell week before the wireless one was announced and glad see there both just as good :)
Thank you.
How is the wired one?! Is there a lot of delay/lag when you’re talking to someone?!
This was pretty useful. Thanks for posting.
Great job! Thanks for the video!
Incredible video dude. Thorough and concise.
Thank you. I appreciate it.
Your son is a very well mannered young man. So promising to see that in this day and age! *Awesome* Thanks for your thorough review, it was very informative.
Thank you. I appreciate it.
Loved this review. Thank you.
New subscriber, very informative, have been interested in Eufy doorbell for a minute, now will consider more of their products. Thank u, and your son for his assistance.
Excellent side-by-side comparison. I’m especially impressed by the way eufy has contacted you so quickly and is so willing to work to improve their products. I have the wired version and I am very happy with it especially since it has improved so much since I purchased it... I have to wonder if not recording both sides of the conversation has something to do with privacy concerns? I was hoping that the wired doorbell would be Apple HomeKit compatible but it never will be according to eufy. Eufy Did however tell me that the battery doorbell will be Apple HomeKit compatible soon... The eufy cam 2’s are HomeKit compatible and working well
Most video doorbells have this issue..not recording both sides and I don’t think it is I because of privacy. Ring always have these feature on their cameras and Nest took a year to update the Nest Hello to record both sides. I think it is from where these companies by their chipset which is probably from one manufacturer. Thank you.
LifeHackster - Are there any video doorbells that are Homekit compatible? For years, ring promised they were going to work with HomeKit but it never came to pass. Eufy “says” Homekit is coming to the eufy battery doorbell but not the wired version... Apple doesn’t even allow the watermark time date stamp on the eufy cam 2’s. It gets removed as soon as you add them to HomeKit for privacy. I really don’t think Apple is going to allow two sided conversations to be recorded due to privacy concerns.
Great video. Finally an honest and detailed review. Hi any update on the home base support and 2way voice recording on wired versions.
Thanks for the awesome detailed review.
Great and very detailed video! I have one question though, I don't suppose Eufy have advised you if/when they will release the battery doorbell on it's own? It seems like an obvious move to me as they must have 1,000s of customers already with a security system running from HomeBase 2 and just want to add the doorbell!
Excellent as always, gonna get the battery when avail in Europe. Looking forward to the eufycam 2 vs 2c comparison soon then my life will be perfect 😀😀
I’ll be working on comparison between all Eufys battery powered camera soon..
Thanks for this usefull review always welcome. BTW you deserve more Subs imo
You answered my question with regard to them making the HomeBase compatible with the wired version. I will wait for this as the Ring2 doorbell I currently have is a piece of junk!
Eufy have definitely been working on some of the issues you identified such as streaming the live feed to the Echo Show from the battery doorbell. Would be nice to see a video update regarding this.
I will whenever I’ll do a comparison video..thanks.
@@LifeHackster Just purchased the battery version. Did live streaming get updated for the battery version yet?
@@LifeHackster So are we 100% sure the battery door bell can stream to each show now? What about the spot? Did anyone try?
Great content. Very comprehensive. It's just a little difficult to consider current capabilities based on ongoing/updated software/firmware releases. This comment is 1 year after video.
The recording of both sides of the conversation is a must-have. I am leaning toward the battery option since the recordings can be saved in my house in the homebase unit. The wired version can be ripped off the wall and the SD card goes with it.
That is a major downside of the wired doorbell. Eufy is working on getting it to also record and be integrated with the base station..I’m hoping it will be updates soon.
@@LifeHackster there is a dvr option already
Thank you thank you and...thank you so much for making this vid!!!
You are welcome.
great video, you conviced me, and I will buy the wired version right now
Thank you.
You made my decision easy eufy is the system im using at my home thanks for helping
Thank you. This video was very helpful.
Thorough test. Hopefully they get things in order.
Nice video and good content. Would be good to see if there is any difference on the new wireless doorbell while using it on battery only or having it wired since it has this ability too.
Love the video I have ring but I'm thinking of switching to eufy after watching this video.
Well past time for a Eufy update. Two years is eternity in this market. That said I do appreciate your work.
Awesome review. These are two doorbells we are considering. I need to upgrade my transformer but I am curious on the real world results of the battery model for battery life…with features set to a realistic setting. Wired seems like the better option but the wireless has the Sony sensor and wired version says 2K but doesn’t indicate Sony sensor. Really trying to decide between these two. Don’t really want to pay monthly fees. The WUUK did catch my eye as well. Seems like an interesting option. Any information or thoughts are welcomed!
Is the base station the same as the camera 2c station, and can they share a single station? Excellent videos, solid reviews!
Great video! Thank you
works beautifully
Why are we paying significant money, only to be beta testers. ALL of these bugs should have been picked up in Eufy’s testing.
I posted this message to another UT channel, but thought I'd post it to yours too. Enjoyed the video very much. Great job. I did want to tell you that I've had the Eufy Doorbell for about 6 months now in between many others, but this is my second one. It is constantly missing alot, and Eufy replaced it about 3 months ago saying that it might have been defective, but this one is doing the same. I will leave the house, it picks-up nothing, but catches me coming home. The mail comes with a HUGH, I did say Hugh RIGHT ? TRUCKS parking out front delivering multiple packages making several trips, and it never showed anything until the third trip walking away with 8 boxes sitting there like WHERE DID THOSE COME FROM? This happens several times a week, and sometimes in a day. I've had MANY Doorbells starting with Ring, SkyBell, Kangaroo(JUNK), Ezviz, Nest Hello, Remo-W, Arlo(NOT Worth it). Eufy is my favorite but I'm still looking because it misses to much, and that could be really bad. I did order a New Wize Doorbell because I've been using there cameras for years hoping it's as great as there camera's that I've been using outside for over a year in the snow ,and rain that are NOT even out door cameras, but still working beautiful at the cheapest cost I've ever seen for all they have. Anyway thanks for the video.
Nice comparison review! Thank you. Very interesting on the trigger seed and the 3 second pre-record, making them virtually identical. On the bug front, there appears to be an audio bug, at least in the wired 2k model working with Bluetooth headset on android phones. I tried this on two different phones and headsets, and on a completely different installation (friends install). The recorded audio works fine, as does when using a eufy camera mic and speaker, but live audio transfers to the phone and will not play through the BT headset. Even worse, it interrupts the audio (say music) that you are listening to on the headset, then instead of transferring the audio to the headset, it turns on the speakerphone mode on your cell phone. Since i typically use my BT headset all day, this bug is a big annoyance to me.
It wold be great if you did some false positive testing (triggers but no person present) and false negative (fails to properly capture the arrival of a person, particularly with a package. I have found my wired 2K lacking in every setting. It works pretty well in several settings during the day, but i get around 4 false positives per hour all night long, unless it is set to 1/5 (least sensitive) where it never sees any people, but still gets some FP triggers at night. They really need more work on the motion settings and processing. It is sort of useless without good motion sensing, as it will just be ignored, making it a simple doorbell, that doesn't work with normal door chimes.
Aside from your videos being amazingly thorough and helpful, your recording set up is SICK!!! Would you happen to know where the color changing triangles are from? Thanks!
@Gabriela They're called "NanoLeaf" lights but they are not cheap!
You do a great job. Thank you.
great videos! thank you.
Very nice comparison video! LifeHackster, are you planning to review the new 5-day continuous recording 2K video doorbell, and do a comparison with these 2? That would be awesome, given the 5-day one just came out, but costs $70 or so more, trying to figure out if it’s worth it.
made my decision ,thx for the thorough review. buy Eufy...now on to camera's
What did you decide upon?
Great review! Which is your preffered Eufy doorbell? Wired or wireless and why?
very helpful, thank you
Hi, great video thanks for the testing. I just subscribed to your channel as you do a lot of test of products I’m interesting in.
Just get a few questions for this one:
- Is it possible to get the ring notifications and everything on a second iPhone? Or via an app but just that other people at home can access it as you do in the video?
Also I’m living in Canada right now and during the winter I’m not sure about the battery. I got a cheaper one in the past and when it was cold for several days the battery always died…
Thank you for very informative review. To confirm: Is the temperature spec of -20°C to
50°C correct for the battery powered version? Based on Eufy's quick start guide, it is only mentioned for wired version.
You always have great detailed content. Is there a feature for these doorbell cameras; on button press to automatically show live feed on echo show or google smart display? If so how is the response time/delay?
The only video doorbell that I have tested that has this feature is the nest hello to the google hub.. and it is instantaneous...
I use Google home hub and eufy wired video door bell. Once you link both just ask Google to show your front door it will appear on your Google home hub.
@@JoseMathewJo That's not the answer they asked for
@@JoseMathewJo is it possibly do the same with echo show?
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Thank you for your reviews... you are very thorough. I have a question... The Eufy doorbell states it needs to work off of 2.4ghz wifi not 5.0. my router/provider recommends only having one wifi sign in that is for both 2.4 and 5 ghz that way the best signal will be used. Will the doorbell work off of this? or do I have to split the 2 signals?
Also my wired doorbell is on the side wall next to the door. does the 15 degree wedge turn the camera out enough? or should I just install the battery doorbell on the wood frame around the door so that is faces out and gets the street as well.
You should have a comparison between the wired and the battery-(but wired up). I wonder if video streaming would work.
My understanding is that the battery version wired up all it does is charge the batteries (no need to re-charge them... ever!). No difference otherwise.
@@TheNature101 I believe wiring the battery version also allows you to use the existing wired door chime.
Hey great video thanks a lots. So now that you made this nice video is the battery one for sale? I'll buy if from you!
Good video , Thank you
Thank you for this review sir. I spoke to Eufy's customer service before, and I was informed they are not adding the option to record both conservations as of now. If only Eufy would record both conversations, that felt like a deal breaker for me. The feature is a necessity for security reasons.
Thank you and I agree with you on 2 way talk recording.
Great video. Im still undecided 😕 for wired or wireless. What do you recommend?
Just ordered wired model on Amazon and got a 60 dollar coupon! Thank you for your video. Go Texas!
How’s it going for you so far? I’m considering this Eufy doorbell also (wired version).
@@Nigel__ I actually love my Eufy camera, my only real complain is that I couldn’t use my existing doorbell chime. I had to use there plug in chime, its not loud as my hard wired chimed. I do love the fact that I don’t have to pay for a monthly subscription. I have travelled to different parts of Louisiana and have gotten notification on who’s on the front door. Highly recommend it if you want no monthly subscription and or what to add it to your HomeKit ecosystem!
@@ezequielroque22 how did you add it to homekit?
LifeHackser no LifeSaver thank you again sir.
you're really putting your son to work, :). I want to get this, would you say there is an improvement from your feb 16 review?
nice video
Great video. Think I'll wait to pick this up when the wired has a base option. Subscribed for any future updates.
Hi LifeHackster do you know if they have fix the record of both sides of the 2 way conversation yet
Great review.
Good job on your videos
Thank you.
I have eufycam2 but think I'll keep my ring pro doorbell for now
Has Eufy updated to allow saving of video from the wired doorbell to the base station yet? Any improvements with the fps? Debating getting one of these doorbells and a couple of the Cam Es or the Cam2s.
Hi love the videos..did they ever fix or update so can hear both sides of conversion in video? Also can videos be sent ?
Audio sounded better on the wired version while the battery version showed a slightly better image , however I do think that the Frame per second can be improved to show a less choppy image during motion.
I noticed that too..
LifeHackster, thanks very much for this review. Does the battery operated model connect well to Google Nest hub? When someone rings the door bell, can the Nest Hub chime and display the live feed? Any delays?
Thanks for the review! Is the home base chime loud enough? Can I add an extra chime upstairs to the battery powered doorbell? And does it support multiple users?
The chime on the home base is loud enough..I don’t think you can add more chimes..and it supports multiple users.
Very Helpful
LifeHackster, thank you for your in-depth reviews. I just installed the Eufy floodlight camera today and I am so happy that I chose this. I chose this brand because I watched your video review and pulled the trigger.
I have a Google Nest Hello doorbell in my room and I am thinking about replacing it with the Eufy doorbell. The subscription-free service is such a big seller for me and I wouldn't have known about it without your help. Thank you for sharing your knowledge to the world man.
Thank you. I appreciate it.
great job!!
Nice content by the way
LOVE YOUR INFO sorry about the caps. are there prerecorded messages on door bell.. i want to go buy one now
Hello. If I want 3 cams and doorbell what am 8 buying? in other words the home base too does it work with the UV doorbell wired and battery?
BTW all your videos are outstanding!
Thank you
Great video. I'm thinking to get the battery version as I don't have wires but I'm not sure how integrated it is with google as I have everything google at home and would like to operate it via the google assistant.
Nice video.
Which one would you use? Me share or Zmodo?
lovely content
Does this doorbell have locking screws or screw to help stop theft. Really like the Eufy but if it's easy to steal it makes me think. Thanks for the video info
Great video, a few questions please. #1 The battery version (wired) would basically be a battery backup for power failure? #2 So with the base unit being on UPS and the camera and base being on its own network your security system will never go down because local loss of power or Internet, I.e your gateway has to be on UPS also. True? Could that be part of your next review? #3 pairing more than one camera with a base unit? #4 adding a chime unit to existing base unit? #5 16 GB micro SD isn't very big, can the base unit accept a bigger SD card.? #6 is there a time limit on how long video is stored or is the new video rolled over the oldest video captured.? Sorry if some of these topics were covered in the comments thread but I didn't see them so I am asking. BTW. You picked up a new subscriber today...!...
I noticed you temporary wired the wired door bell to an outlet. what type of transformer did you use. as far as voltage. was it a plug in.? this would help me decide if to go wired or wireless also how long will the battery's last. and can you purchase extra battery's love your vedio's. so helpful
I love this bell
The video is great but I have still some important unanswered questions.
Can the wired version connect to Homebase 2 and store the clips there or is it only on the doorbell itself? I would love to setup integrations with my other eufy devices so the connection with homebase 2 is important to me.
Another is, can the wired one connect to an old school chime (possibly analog) like the battery one does or, does it only connect to alexa/google home and the chime that comes with it?
Last question, do both support Apple Homekit?