3 Ways to add EUFY Cameras (HOME ASSISTANT)

In todays video we are looking at 3 different methods of adding Eufy Cameras into Home Assistant. Specifically we are looking at RTSP, The Eufy MQTT Bridge Addon and the Eufy Security integration. Using these methods can allow you to access information from your Eufy cameras and doorbells. You can then use this in your automations.
Some of these methods are a work in progress but they are being actively developed.
THINGS IM NOT COVERING IN THIS VIDEO
- MQTT Broker Setup
- WebRTC Camera Setup
- Setup of Eufy Security
This video is aimed at being more of an incite into the available options that a full blown tutorial.
If you want an in depth tutorial for a set method then let me know!
▬ 🎥 VIDEO CHAPTERS: ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
0:00​​​​ - Intro
0:13​​​ - About Todays Video
0:43​ - Eufy and Home Assistant
2:08 - Method #1 (RTSP)
4:37 - Method #2 (EUFY MQTT BRIDGE)
9:13 - Eufy MQTT Bridge Person detection Test
10:13 - More on the Bridge
10:58 - Eufy MQTT Bridge Test #2 (Phone notification comparison)
11:45 - Method 3 (EUFY SECURITY)
13:57 - MQTT Bridge vs Eufy Security (Speed)
14:35 - More on Eufy Security
16:02 - Summary
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EUFY MQTT Bridge
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BroPat GitHub
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Fuatakgun GitHub
github.com/fuatakgun
Fuatakgun Eufy Security (EUFY SECURITY HACS)
github.com/fuatakgun/eufy_sec...
MaxWinterstein GitHub (MQTT BRIDGE ADDON)
github.com/MaxWinterstein/hom...
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WebRTC Camera Setup
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3 Ways to add Reolink Cameras to Home Assistant
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[@myjourneyinjudaism9719]

I would really like for you to make a video about installing Eufy Security integration in HA. I have tried a few times but with no luck I really dont know what I am doing wrong. Thank you

[@tripac2007]

Please make the video for the last method

[@TheStuch53]

Thank you for the very detailed explanation. It would be great to see a video on Eufy Security's full setup process. Thank you for your AMAZING content.

[@drewp8399]

I recommend the eufy security integration, the last one shown. Was pretty simple to setup and has been solid after helping with testing.

Thank you for your support through out testing

[@ertvvf]

Hi buddy, how is the battery life ? Thanks

@@KShedTech custom integration relies on incoming push notifications and rarely reaching to device. So, if device is supported, there is no/minimal extra battery consumption.

[@1234andrew1234]

Thanks for the video!

[@ilovefunnyamv2nd]

this is awesome for a device that ISN'T supported. right now I just want to make use of the motion detected to turn on other lights, and here we can get lots of data and live video! nice thanks open source wizards

[@mohammadalmaddah]

Hi I like your video. I wondering if you are going to make a full video for third method

[@alexburke5289]

I am a total noob to home assistant and I need to see the full install to eufy security. The first time installing a card with your video and I am blown aways😆😆

[@peterchang425]

Great video & instructions. Clear & detailed. But I do not rely on HA for automation. I rely on Node-Red & MQTT. Is it possible to integrate the videodoorbell & homebase 2 with Node-Red?

[@robertclark2959]

Can you do an update for 2022? Integrating eufy security without nabucasa

[@johnpeters4214]

Given that the Eufy MQTT Bridge is no longer being developed / supported can you do a full video on the Eufy Security option.

[@robertdalga128]

Also, can you update the video letting others know that option #2 is no longer supported. Thx

[@AndyKennedy]

I tried the RTSP from your reolink but found that my eufy app assumed I had a NAS which I don't - do I need one to make this work? Would be helpful to do an updated full tutorial on these method. Thanks

[@oneleggedwonder1]

the best way I found to get your eufy cameras into home assistant get a 2bay Synology NAS input your cameras through the Nas then use the Synology integration in home assistant seems to work quite well

[@skrivyd]

Are there any updates to this video? If not, can you make one? Has the HA/Eufy integration gotten any better?

[@asek2]

Please do a full video of Eufy Security setup, have issues setting up mys T8220-Z. Tried many times using the guide from the maker. Everything else is working great but the event picture updates very seldom and can get streaming video.

[@ryanmahoney5657]

Funny! I just installed my Eufy (You-Fee) battery power doorbell, think I will try the 3rd way of incorporating it in my HA. Thanks Mark!

[@Jmcinally94]

I'm using the MQTT option (2nd way) but just an FYI, the battery powered doorbell doesn't offer RTSP. Not sure if that's the reason you wanted to use the 3rd option.

[@drewp8399]

@@Jmcinally94 The readme for the 3rd option will tell you how to setup rtsp for the camera. I have the battery powered doorbell and it works great with it.

[@GauravVermaGoogle]

@@drewp8399 Hi Drew, Did you actually got your battery powered camera work with HA to show live stream? I don't think people watching this video are able to do that integration. I have a wired doorbell from Eufy and struggling with method 3 to see a live stream 😞 . Would you mind giving us some tips or make a basic video and share please. I am unable to find outwhat would the URL for the RTSP stream be. to be used in the Card (on Dashboard)

[@drewp8399]

@@GauravVermaGoogle I can but due to Eufy being Eufy, streaming only lasts about 3 minutes. So to have a full constant stream isn't possible

[@mrzah2000]

@@drewp8399 can you get live stream? If so how?

[@Klaus-macht-Bilder_de]

Thank you for the good explanations I would really like some more on the Eufy Security (currently strggeling to find the Cam Port) as my Outdoor C22 seems not to besupported by MQTT-process

Steps in readme file should be enough for setup, create an issue over github if needed

[@sccowl]

Great video. Readme file for Eufy Security comprehensive and seemed easy to follow, but also struggling with final step to connect/find to Eufy device. Sure I've made an error somewhere along the way, but would love to see a video running through how to set up and configure.

[@anthonydeprizio154]

Hi MARK did you get the live feed to work on the doorbell if so how did you do it ? noob at this lol

[@markslot5260]

Hi, is it possible for you to make and update af the video or one with the model 3 : EUFY SECURITY

[@MAD20248]

how did you add the doorbell, it doesn't support NAS storage? i just checked my camera has the NAS option but my doorbell doesn't. does this method work for any camera that has NAS storage?

[@gavinguy148]

I’m using the mqtt bridge option which works perfectly. I have the wireless doorbell and don’t run it as a security camera so not to run the battery down. In this mode I get 180 days. The last event image is great for this power saving mode. One thing I didn’t realise was that even if you don’t record video on the doorbell you need a sdcard in the ringer for the last event image to work.

[@MarkWattTech]

Thanks for sharing :) Which doorbell do you have? I have the homebase 2 and 2K doorbell so no option for SD cards.

[@gavinguy148]

@@MarkWattTech just the standard 1080p model which come with a wireless bell that acts like a basic hub. I also added an Amazon flex for £9.99 in our kitchen as an additional bell using the Alexa skill and a routine.

[@Chris173972]

I had no idea the last plugin/integration existed. Nice find. Would be good to see a full setup video of it. I use both the RTSP and MQTT plugin right now with the EufyCam 2 (not the pro) and works pretty well (though the stream only kicks in upon motion due to them being battery based).

Steps in readme file should be enough for setup, reach out to me if you stuck

[@DominicMuir]

@ I'm also struggling with getting the livestream working for battery powered devices. Are there any additional steps I need to take?

[@nunomoreira461]

I finally integrated my 2C cameras, but I have some problem keeping it connected to my HA. I want it to change the image automatically after an event, this way I can have the view in my dashboard updated. you know how to do? what about popup the image when motion is detected? whenever I try to open the camera, 90% of the time I can't see the live view. :(

[@chandlerperry7159]

can you help me with installing the eufy smart lock with wifi T8520 to the Home assistant... video would be amazing

[@xatazch]

If the alarm sounds will you get a notification inside home assistant? Can you trigger an automation when the alarm sound so that i can trigger external speakers?

[@jamesharper3043]

Still a great guide

[@stijnmoke4617]

It's just not stable yet, i'm actually thinking to throw away the eufy doorbells and camera, and go another route , nest? What do you think? With nest, you have the google home integration that auto tells someone is at the door + livecam.. Without the need to make this on my own using HA. Also the cams an be integrated in HA , probably without a fuss. Whats your opinion on that?

[@DavidFerreira1986]

I need your help, I have alot of eufy cameras and doorbell, but cannot make any of than streaming non stop for rstp

[@Simpuhl]

Been 2 years, did you make the additional video?

[@alx_h2o]

Hi! I'm trying to find a workaround to a missing feature in the Eufy cam app / homebase. We need both geofencing and schedule at the same time. Has anyone tested this or knows that it is possible with the Home Assistant integration?

[@the_guy_next_door_31]

Great video once again ! I'm about to install the Eufy Security integration, can you control PAN and TILT of PTZ camera from there?

[@MarkWattTech]

Heya. Unfortunately you can't (at least at the time of recording this you couldn't).

[@the_guy_next_door_31]

Please do a setup and install for the last method, I can't figure it out

[@andrewwillis1486]

Firstly, thanks very much for your highly informative HA videos. I'm very much a newbie to all things HA, but for some reason, when I try to add the Max Winterstein repo, I get that it does not exist? I'm interested in the method 3 Eufy Security you describe and I for one would appreciate a video on how to get this up and running. Thanks again, Andy

[@MarkWattTech]

Hey Andrew. I may cover it in a future video as I am currently testing Eufys latest doorbell. It looks like Max has stopped actively developing his script (more info on his repo).

[@peterneale298]

Hi Mark. I have a Eufy Robovac G30 Edge & would like it to work with Home Assistant . Can this be done. Regards Peter.

[@Tamimy2912]

I have two questions (for E340 and E330 Eufy cameras); 1- during the 24/7 mode, will the light be on all night? Will it record cold or B&W at night? 2- does the camera support SMTP? I want use it in “Home Assistant “ using “SCRYPTED”

[@dconejo17]

How did you add the rtsp string withouth the password? for me without it doenst work, when I add the user and password works but after a few min I get a "mse: wrong response on Describe" and not sure how to fix that Any idea?

[@SanjaySingh-ls5io]

@markwatttech Hi, I have researched and researched there is not any single video or even updated article available on using eufy add on #3 rd option, I have tried all the instructions and I have eufy cam 3 but after following all the steps I was able to get the cameras ad base station discovered and added to the HA dashboard but unfortunately, nothing streams out of it, I tried RTSP and all but still no luck. Would you be please so kind as to create an end 2 end setup video for this topic?

[@robertdalga128]

Yes, please do this. These darn camera's do not play nice with HA.

[@adzieau]

I've been running method 2 with MQTT for a couple of months with the wireless 2k and base station. Don't have the battery drain issue at all, last charge was 15 days ago, and still 90% battery. We have home business and a lot of people coming and going. I've got it so my nest announces when doorbell is pressed.

[@MarkWattTech]

Thanks for sharing :)

[@christopherhunt147]

If you would could you do a video on integrating this into home assistant? Also what power supply did you use? I am debating on getting one of these door bells as i live in an apartment. I don't mind drilling holes i can patch later to add one. I have been thinking of the battery version but would rather have the powered one. Would be nice not to have to worry about charging it!! Thank you.

[@MarkWattTech]

Heya :) This doorbell is the battery version. I do have a video on the doorbell and also talk about HA in that one :)

[@mvanimpe]

can you please make a clip on how to install Eufy Security? Thanks man! Good videos!

[@MarkWattTech]

Sorry for the delay mate. If you haven’t already sorted it, i think I cover it in my eufy doorbell video. Cheers.

[@Diamonddrake]

You-fye like WiFi

[@GauravVermaGoogle]

I am trying to use the method 3 for my Eufy Doorbell camera. Its a wired camera. I am struggling to understand where do I get the RTSP URL. I know the Ipaddress but not sure how to prepare a correct URL using that. If someone can help I will be really greatful

[@mrzah2000]

Same issue here, let me know if you figured it out :)

[@Madeyalookdomoz]

I have my on, but shows no real time video, only a picture if the last person that triggered and when you click camera entity it shows nothing

[@RyanAlexander87]

Is there a best version that's come to be the main one in the last year or so? Debating whether to keep my doorbell cam or not - HA integration (preferably with a docker unsupervised installation) is a must and I haven't gotten it working yet.

[@MarkWattTech]

As in a better version of any of these methods? :)

[@gerixxx1]

@@MarkWattTech Hey! Great video. I think that is what he means and what I also would like to know. What is the best integration method as of November 2022 and would you suggest buying eufy or another security camera manufacturer. Thanks! :)

[@sascha9347]

I am also using the mqtt bridge option for some month and had no bigger issue. Hope live stream will be added soon. Is it working in eufy scurity meanwhile ?

i am the developer for third option and it supports rtsp and p2p based live streaming

[@ronaldsokoloff6089]

Very informative and helpful. I'm wondering if you (or anyone else) has tried this with the Eufy Floodlight Cam? It's a great camera incorporating a PT camera, flood lights etc and provides a strong WiFi connection. My problem is that while I can establish an RTSP connection as you describe (webRTC) the camera only transmits intermittently and only occasionally "wakes-up" when I try ti view it in a HA dashboard. It's a great camera and if you get an opportunity I know I would love to see if you can make it work; especially with all it's bells and whistles related to the flood light controls.

[@MarkWattTech]

Heya :) Glad you found it helpful. I personally use both the floodlight and the PTZ floodlight. The eufy integration still isn’t great and live streams that aren’t native rtsp are still very janky and temperamental. There is still work being done in it though and it’s community made. One if the main issues is the stream limits eufy enforces (I don’t think theres a way round this). Once the stream hits its time out it cuts off and doesn’t always refresh or come back in HA. It’s a shame eufy don’t just create one.

[@ronaldsokoloff6089]

@@MarkWattTech Strangely, the RTSP stream to HA is not reactivated during detection events. Eufy instructions include NAS connection via RTSP so, presumably, there is some sort of solution. Also, the NAS instructions show an option for 'continuous' video rather than only 'events'. I haven't tried an NAS on my HA installation but I am hopeful that there will be something in that setup that magically fixes the problem.

[@hildalopez1252]

@@ronaldsokoloff6089 Hi Ron, what cameras are you using? I have the eufy Floodlight Cam 2 and in the eufy app, I cant seem to find anything related to the RTSP. I have downloaded eufy in HA and getting ready to attempt to integrate the two cameras one way or another.

[@matapan08]

For option #1, it might be helpful to verify the camera's firmware is updated. The rtsp support on my camera only started to work after the firmware was updated.

[@MarkWattTech]

Thanks for sharing :)

[@jayzi904]

Is the IP Adress in the configuration for MQTT the same IP from my Home Assistant ?

[@carlodevos5050]

I also want to know this I can't make it work without the IP adres

[@joshuahaney1135]

There is no webrtc card??

[@xriskar6830]

i am looking for buying a doorbell wireless but i want to connect it with homekit. if i buy a eufy 2k it will be work correctly?i cant understand if it is easy the instalation fro the homeassistant

[@MarkWattTech]

Theres not currently a simple installation unfortunately. You can add it to HA but viewing the camera feed isn’t great (not always reliable). However if your just after getting the stats or using the doorbell as an automation trigger it will be fine.

[@xriskar6830]

@@MarkWattTech i see. for the ring doorbell or for other brand do you know if its easier and better?

[@clarencetso]

Do any of the eufy doorbells support the RTSP option?

[@MarkWattTech]

I've only tested a few. None of the battery powered ones do (Natively anyway). The PTZ one does though.

[@kevin4rsl]

How can i find my MQTT Url?

[@MT-uh7ir]

Hi, I like the video though they are a bit quick. Try slowing down a little! I also have a question. I’m running 4 Eufy 2 Pro cams and have the security app running. Also I can see the cams in HomeKit. Now I’m trying to find a way to show the live image of the front door on a display as soon as it detects motion. Preferably on an iPad. The live image is accessible through HomeKit but it drains the battery of the camera fast, so it only needs to be displayed when the camera is triggered. Anyone know a way to do that?

[@konurkent8606]

When is the full video of eufy security setup coming?

[@MarkWattTech]

Heya. It never seemed to be that popular in any of the polls I created for it. The integration is still a little janky and doesn't work well with battery devices. It would be nice if Eufy created something official.

[@peejayw]

Can Aqara cameras (G2H, G2H Pro) be added to HA? Thanks.

[@MarkWattTech]

They can via the HomeKit controller and and they also import connected devices. The camera streams are limited and not great and I wouldn't advise getting them if your looking for a HA camera. This may change in the future but as of the time of writing this the camera feeds are limited and have big delays.

[@davidhoward8951]

How to rename your cameras can't seem to find a way to do that like I got one and I says backyard I want to name it front door how do you do it

[@MarkWattTech]

Heya :) Is this the onscreen name or the name in HA? In HA you can just directly assign the device name. If its the onscreen name (what you see on the camera view) you need to do it in the Eufy app.

[@aigeneratedpianovideos6355]

Is there any way to use the Eufy lock? That's the only eufy device I have and I really wanted it in HA.

i have energy to make it happen but i need your (or whoever owns one) collaboration for it :-)

[@MarkWattTech]

Stick a request in Git Hub. The devz are super active and responsive :) (Or kindly ask Fuat Akgün :D )

[@aigeneratedpianovideos6355]

@ Of Course! I would be glad to work with you!

[@aigeneratedpianovideos6355]

@@MarkWattTech Thanks!

[@mohamedmagdy3433]

need video install custom-cards/button-card and haw Custom

[@Ghanzo]

Are these cameras going through external servers? Or is the data only on your private server?

[@MarkWattTech]

Rtsp is a local stream but the other methods using the eufy bridge etc are still contacting eufys services. Which is why the setup is a little clunky.

[@Ghanzo]

@@MarkWattTech So the setups that use RTSP *only* send data through your private server and not out?

[@W0Ndr3y]

Do I need homebase if I am using home assistant? Can I save recordings on my HA machine instead of NAS?

[@MarkWattTech]

You can save the footage to HA yes :) Obviously it will use some of HA’s resources so just bare that in mind.

[@W0Ndr3y]

@@MarkWattTech sure I get that, it's just unclear if homebase is necessary for the bell operation or can be fully replaced by home assistant. Thanks for the response!

[@MarkWattTech]

@@W0Ndr3y it can be replaced, but I have found the HA implementation isn’t 100% reliable where as the Homebase is. There are people in the community working on a new Eufy integration which should be much more reliable :)

[@michnl1772]

doesn't work with Solocams because no RTSP activated

[@idanslonimsky9963]

Does Eufy RTSP works if you block the camera from the internet?

Rtsp process is happening locally but setting up rtsp requires mobile app, which might require internet connection.

[@idanslonimsky9963]

@ Yea, im fine with that, the question will the rtsp keep working after the cam wont have any internet access?

@@idanslonimsky9963 tough question :) did not try, my hunge is `it should be`

[@ephraimvm]

Non of 1 and 3 is working for me

[@dablet]

too bad only RTSP is local. the other 2 methods are cloud based.

[@DIPS0703]

Can you do on xiaomi / mi Camara (Xiaomi Mi 360° Home Security Camera 2K )

[@MarkWattTech]

Unfortunately I don't have any Xiaomi cameras to test with.

[@DIPS0703]

@@MarkWattTech where I can get I am new to home automation

[@DIPS0703]

@@MarkWattTech can I get video of portainer configuration video in home assistant

[@MarkWattTech]

@@DIPS0703 I have a few portainer and docker related videos planned 👍🏻

[@DIPS0703]

@@MarkWattTech in home assistant add-on store the portioner. I wan to know on that.

[@sillvvasensei]

eufy 2 mqtt is no longer actively maintained

[@geoffreymartin8019]

thanks for the info!, being trying to choose between the two integrations and didn't notice that note

[@joshuahaney1135]

It says custom element doesn’t exist

[@MarkWattTech]

Sorry for the delay! Hope you resolved your issue. If not its deffo a browser cache issue. Clear your ache and you should be good to go.

[@Peterderoode]

Eufy does NOT have a powerful outdoor sirene or a flash light. Burglars are mainly startled by a powerful siren, which the Eufy system cannot offer! Eufy does have a beeper (alarm) on the homebase and the camera, but with that you tell the burglar exactly where the camera and the Eufy homebase are. If he also takes it with him, then you have nothing because the video images are stored on the homebase! And the beeping sound from the camera or the Eufy homebase is far from powerful. A pitty for Eufy security system and a missed opportunity.

[@SBinVancouver]

"zee"?

[@Bigglare]

Pronouced: BahB

[@DobuDobuDobuDot]

I like your videos but you should end a sentence on a down note instead of making every sentence feel like a question.

[@MarkWattTech]

Thanks for the feedback. I appreciate it. Are you able to give me an example of what you mean? Cheers

[@DobuDobuDobuDot]

@@MarkWattTech Well, listen to your first sentence in this video, it ends on a low tone, your sentence starts high and ends low, like it should be. Most of your other sentences end higher than they start. Mostly that's done when you ask a question.

[@chrisr1241]

@@MarkWattTech He is right. Very weird to stop every sentence with a invisible question mark... At the end of a normal sentence, the tone should go down. Don't know anybody else who creates endless fake questiona...

[@karlrees5591]

:(

[@Bird111648]

You need to talk slower and explain better