However, Eufy has no free cloud plans (which are still available with some Arlo cameras such as the Arlo Pro 2 and Arlo Q.)Īll videos are stored locally on the Eufy HomeBase's internal memory. Unlike some cameras, such as the Arlo cameras, Euf圜am 2 is fully functional whether or not you subscribe to a cloud plan. (Image credit: Tom's Guide) Cloud storage
While they have more accurate color than my Arlo 2 daylight videos, the Arlo captured more detail and clarity. However, the midtones were often posterized, particularly in my indoor videos. My daylight videos were colorful and properly exposed, and were sharp enough to clearly recognize faces. The Euf圜am 2's 1/2.8-inch 2-megapixel Sony sensor and glass lens capture nice-quality 1080p daylight videos, but I was disappointed in the night videos. Although the Euf圜am 2 didn't support two-factor authentication at the time of my testing the camera, the company said that it plans to add it in February 2020. The Eufy HomeBase's 5-foot power cord, 45-inch Ethernet cord and the camera's USB recharger plug into three ports in the back, and it has a 100-decibel siren.Įufy's Wi-Fi is WPA2 encrypted, all videos are encrypted with AES-256 and the data are double-encrypted. It houses 16 GB of eMMC storage for videos, which sets it apart from the Arlo hub, which requires you to supply an external USB drive. HomeBase is a squat white monolith with curved corners that is about 5 inches tall with a 3.5-inch x 3.5-inch footprint. Like the Arlo Pro 2, the Euf圜am 2 cameras connect wirelessly to a HomeBase (required and included), which in turn connects to your home network. The company claims that the battery will last up to a year. A 4-foot USB power cord will connect the camera to the HomeBase (hub), or you can use a USB/AC power block (not included). The downside of having a fully sealed unit means that, when the battery runs out of juice and needs recharging, the camera must be taken down from its mounting or a charging cable attached to it. MSRP: $349.99 for two cameras and a home base. Local storage: 16 GB eMMC in the HomeBase
Mobile devices supported: Android 5.0 or above and iOS 10.2 or above
Smart-home connectivity: Google Assistant, Alexa and Apple Homekit Network connectivity: 802.11b/g/n and Ethernet
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