Eufy SoloCam S40 Review - Wireless WIFI Camera with integrated Spotlight and Solar Panel

[@LifeHackster]

***EUFY CAMERA GIVEAWAY*** Eufy is going to giveaway 3 SoloCam S40s. To enter, you will need to type “eufysecurity” in the comment and tell us the reason why you like to receive an S40 or tell us about where you want the S40 to be installed at your home. Eufy or me will pick the winners randomly on 09/25/21.

[@johnbod]

Posting my comment with the required tag keeps getting auto deleted by youtube’s filters. Please accept this as my contest entry. I’d love one of those cameras for my backyard to keep an eye on animals running around back there. !eufysecurity

[@LifeHackster]

Thanks for letting me know..I’ll be updating the rules..

[@KevinYiHeWu]

eufysecurity - I like to receive an S40 due to the solar panel feature and I don't need to manually bring it down and charge it. Set it and leave it and no wires to deal with.

[@aceyboogie7172]

“eufysecurity” - I’d love to try out the s40 to compare it against the Wyze, Ring, Nest, Blink, and Arlo cameras that I already own. If I would be lucky enough to win the giveaway, I would replace the Wyze v2 that I have in my patio. Thank you LifeHackster and Eufy for the giveaway.

[@nickkotch4236]

Eufysecurity - Just getting into setting up home security system and this would be a great first camera and allow for very flexible placement.

[@rizwansyed4704]

My business got broken into and thieves stole all my tools, power equipment, and components. No insurance coverage because they charge way too much. Unfortunately I have had the sad realization that nowhere in my city is safe any longer when these people work with impunity and police are entirely useless for anything except speed and tint tickets. I feel like I'm taking the power back into my own hands and this video helped me decide on what system and brand of camera to get that offers instant notifications, good accuracy, and a way for me to discourage/scare off unwanted guests all from my home. Thank you for this informative video.

[@ravingmad765]

Love this guy. I don't watch any other camera reviews, he covers it all so well. Thanks mate, from Australia

[@steveiuliano1672]

Also from Australia. Bloody brilliant. Thanks.

[@rayraman3243]

I purchased Eufy based on your review, and we love the Eufy. You address my questions about the S40, and today is Black Friday :-) Thank you so much for your informed reviews.

[@myutube6422]

Because of your video, I bought 5 of these, they are working great except one died in about 6 months. Eufy instantly replaced it and paid for the return. The bottom line is excellent customer service. With the one that monitors my street mailbox, the quality was so good that the cops arrested them in 2 days.

[@Th3Guardian12]

Can you set one camera when it detects motion to have another camera instantly start recording too?

[@bencandy3313]

Great idea EUFYSECURITY, I set our house up with an eufycam 2C system. Sooo easy to to set up. Have bought more cameras to add on. Was easy to convince Mum to get a system also. Now my Father-in-law wants to replace ARLO with EFUY. No doubt me showing them my new SOLOCAM S40s will have them racing to the shops. Thanks for keeping us safe.

[@moialder252]

The review many have been waiting for. All in one with built in solar for a clean sleek product. Confirming recording while not connected to wifi is huge. Honestly with memory storage being so cheap and small, they couldve easily included bigger or make it expandable memory and possibly beat out ALL others in the industry with wireless/battery powered cams for 24/7 recording in the most convenient and least maintenance way. I could see them holding it back for a future or pro version.

[@LifeHackster]

Thanks.

[@MrMicava]

@@LifeHackster can you look on the app and view an area without any movement to activate the camera or there have to be movement for you to view the area that the camera is focused

[@LifeHackster]

@@MrMicava Yes, you can open up the live view at anytime.

[@macsterguy]

I’ve been waiting for this review from the best reviewer on the Internet. Lifehackster!

[@LifeHackster]

I appreciate it. Thanks.

[@reubeiledison2368]

eufysecurity - These cameras will be installed around my house - 1) Monitor driveway and garage 2) Backyard 3) Front yard. I'd like to get the S40 as its an integrated camera with all the best features, its got solar panel, its got flood light, its got a fantastic 2K camera and a fantastic software to enable these features; how could anyone chose something else. Thank you Eufy for release the S40, this shows you've listened to customer reviews and have updated accordingly. Having the solar panel and flood light integrated gives a clean look and gives the best solution; and this is the reason why I will be getting this for my home, unless I am chosen as the winner. Thank you LifeHackster for this in-depth review, this definitely is very helpful.

[@steveko8820]

eufysecurity - I will be using this to replace one of my three Arlo Pro 3 cameras. Arlo’s 3-month trial subscription will expire in a few weeks, and I’m not looking forward to paying $9.99/month for full functionality. Also, the batteries need to be charged every 2 months or so. The S40 looks like a worthy replacement. No monthly fees and no need to ever recharge. Perfect!

[@stuartcotton2363]

This video is very comprehensive and solved my issue where the Floodlight wouldn't come on. These days you get no paper instructions and you basically have to work the App out for yourself. Customer Support in Australia is virtually non existent. The FAQ section is no real help either. Why would the Spotlight not come on when you set Black and White when the Spotlight is set to ON? In the section showing the Diagram of the Camera they show everything but don't even mention the Spotlight as if it doesn't exist. The manual button that you pointed out is the first time I have see the Spotlight working. It takes people like you to explain how things work. Why can't Eufy produce a video? Anyway, keep up the good work. For this reason I subscribed to your Channel.

[@botanicalstig]

Awesome! Put in a wired outdoor cam about three weeks ago and I'm really loving it! Going to put one of these on the opposite corner where I can't reach a light for power.

[@LifeHackster]

Thanks.

[@paulcarlin5181]

How is this camera working for you a year later. I bought the Solar 2k camera and so far so good, but wondering about its durability. Ring can't compete with the video quality but man are those some durable cameras.

[@mele2259]

I’ve been waiting for this one . I asked for it last week. Thanks so much

[@LifeHackster]

Hope you like it!

[@MotoJoee]

I got tired of paying a subscription for my ring cameras and have been looking for an alternative without a sub. I think I found what I’m looking for now! Ty

[@bobbydejesus8351]

I like to have SoloCam S40 for my front door porch eave facing the sun. The porch is on the ground level and will give me a signal at night in my 3rd level bedroom. What I love most is the camera’s endless solar power and an 8gb internal storage. These are the very utmost quality features I need and alit of users will find unequaled by other brands.

[@kariko07]

I have just bought two of these as they have £60 off each.. and will be added to my eufy home. I have everything (two external cameras, door and window sensors, door bell, robot hoover, key pad - the lot)

[@imDavidNguyen]

“Eufysecurity” with a baby on the way, would love a camera to be able to protect my family! The thing I really like about this camera is no need to recharge it, as it is solar! Keep up the great reviews!

[@dalej973]

I just purchased one after watching your video and can't wait to get it (Saturday) and put it up... After charging ... I like the part where you did inform us that the camera will record even with "no" wifi ... That's a big plus because of the area that we live in ... Down south and on the East coast ... So can't wait to see how it works for me along with my other security cameras .... Thanks again for a great informed video ... Job well done ....

[@combinabailable4089]

This looks amazing with the integrated solar

[@LifeHackster]

:)

[@jeanpaulmoreau9598]

I ordered three Eufy refirbished at Amazon for 129 each plus i had 72.00 in prime points, so a great deal with your review. I have an alarm system with 9 cameras, but wanted something different for monitoring the traffic around my home. Thank you for the review.

[@deltatango5765]

Thank you! I wasted the whole day trying to find the right camera. I wish I had just found this review first. Going to try to find the best price on a eufy right now!

[@hectaaa7403]

eufysecurity Wow the audio on this camera is actually good. integrated solar panel is a gamechanger for low key security.

[@KitPogi]

love this cam only bum side it doesn't have anti-theft feature. thanks for the most awaited video. great content as always sir.

[@LifeHackster]

You are welcome.

[@KitPogi]

@@LifeHackster you think Eufy will send an OTA update to add that feature? It already has a manual siren option. I hope so 🤞

[@YukonHawk1]

Looks like a winner from Eufy with a lot of upside. Finally a camera with good audio quality. Thanks for an excellent review.

[@LifeHackster]

Very welcome

[@mariathomas4815]

LH you've done another amazing job in commentating this new outdoor surveillance camera, you are truly amazing at what you do and I really appreciate your truthfulness!

[@mocobb4791]

I originally thought Nest would be legitimate competition to Ring, but with Eufy's creativity, I think once they work out some kinks, they will be the competition Ring really has to worry about. This is the second camera from Eufy that you've reviewed that I would consider purchasing.

[@prevaloir5362]

I knew this the second I found out it was made by Anker. Anker makes good products and obviously unique. Happy I went with Eufy for my home.

[@theresamagill6678]

Eufysecurity looks amazing. I would love to have this installed over my garage doors. It would be awesome to monitor my driveway. The integrated solar panel is a fantastic idea. Looks like an amazing security camera.

[@billsemmendinger2592]

“eufysecurity” Good video. I like the way you test the products, more real life. I could use a new security camera, I'm 72 and I can't climb and crawl around to run wires like i used to. I have the prefect place by my front door that would alert me when someone is there. Especially when I'm at the back of the house and I don't hear them knock. I currently have a wyze pan cam in my front window but it goes off with alerts at the slights breeze even with human detection enabled and the sensitivity turned down.

[@LifeHackster]

Congratulations! You are one of the 3 selected for the S40 Giveaway! Please send me your email in my contact info - lifehackster.com/contact/ and I'll email you back with a "code" that you need to put in this comment so as to verify your account. I will then email you back to get your shipping info. Thank You and Congratulations again...

[@billsemmendinger2592]

@@LifeHackster email sent

[@billsemmendinger2592]

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[@LifeHackster]

@@billsemmendinger2592 got it thanks.

[@usables4028]

12:19 I wonder how long did you wait for notifiction? I am still thinking if shall i get 2c pro or this one. I wonder if the live view can be accessed on TV??

[@Shalom69420]

Recommend that you take a look at Riolnik's camera: argus 3 pro you can buy an additional solar panel. good luck 👍

[@LifeHackster]

still in the 10 second range...I cut the footage because I was trying to trim the overall length of the video.

[@philiprasmus6655]

I use Screen Mirroring to view from my iPhone to the TV, live or notifications.

[@felipemateo9828]

This camera looks very impressive, what l like about it is the built-in solar panel, flood light color temperature adjustment and of course no monthly fees. Great review LifeHackster! 👍

[@FastRedPonyCar]

I’ve had mine for a couple weeks now and it’s just a great cam. No cloud storage sucks though. Hopefully they turn that on and the solar info looks awesome. They need to bring that back. I’d love that info.

[@shanew7361]

How do you like it so far? Mines arriving tomorrow.

[@CompTechMike]

Are you not getting the random disconnects like everyone else?

[@FastRedPonyCar]

@@CompTechMike Yeah but they don't seem as frequent as they originally were. I don't really spend extended periods of time viewing live feeds of any of the cameras so for me personally, it's not a big issue. My 2K indoor cams and my Wyze V2 and V3 cams aren't totally stable either. I have a couple POE Hikvision's and those are 100% stable all the time.

[@CompTechMike]

@@FastRedPonyCar Agreed. I set up PoE cameras in all of my office environments. At home I have a 60-year-old house. Much harder to run Ethernet cables, was really hoping these wireless cameras would do the trick. 😢

[@TheWayWeSawIt]

Thank you very much for your review. We really appreciate your work. We are happy with Eufy and will buy two of these new cameras to see how they work. We have some spots in the house where they would fit perfectly.

[@markzanetti6228]

I'm a first-time viewer of your channel. that was an excellent review you put together there. very comprehensive and concise. you did a great job.

[@clellbritt3434]

I still don't understand why ALL their cameras can't be compatible with the home base. Great review.

[@moialder252]

im wondering keeping it standalone within the unit allows to push battery life as power needed to transfer big amount of data over wifi is much greater than simply writing to the local storage built into the unit.

[@LifeHackster]

I guess they are making a different segment on their product line and having customers choose. I wish there is more product integration in the app... like only 1 mode and a customer can select which cameras need to be active in a given mode.

[@alexisappecorina7107]

Same here, I would need a local storage for this camera.

[@mele2259]

I emailed eufy and they said all solo cams will be compatible with homebase by end of 2021 .

[@patrick8367]

Eufysecurity. I would like this outside my house and I have been eyeing for a solar power camera for a long time. Save the hassle from recharging!

[@gracesuarez3154]

Excellent review. You really put it through its paces. I've had mine for a couple of weeks and it has spotted a bear and a fox. The siren scared the fox but the bear only looked slightly amused. It's a great camera.

[@smokesgtp]

Lol

[@brianlee1240]

Eufysecurity: I would love to have this Eufy SoloCam that you can install wirelessly and NEVER have to charge again as it runs on Solar. Well done Eufy!

[@bryanswain1595]

eufysecurity: Seems like a great option for locations that do not have power available nearby! For me, that would be on the side of my garage, where I would use it to monitor activity in the driveway.

[@eclecticguy7065]

Definitely want one of those cameras so "eufysecurity". Really need one since there's been a string of car break-ins in our area and my son needs his car to get to his nursing shifts. Whether we win or not, we'll most likely get one since it solves the hassle of hard-wiring a power source or having to recharge every month or so.

[@drrossfpv776]

Just found out about Eufy cameras, and I'm very impressed with them. With any camera manufacturer, you're mostly limited by the software and apps you are required to use, and eufysecurity seems to have the best app available! I would use this camera at the back of my property, where running power to would be difficult. Additionally, being able to record without an internet connection means I'd love to try taking it camping to see if any animals come into the campsite while I'm sleeping! Thanks for the giveaway!

[@Nikolai508]

Recently had my motorbike stolen from my back garden. So alongside getting a much better chain I'm thinking of buying a camera and this seems perfect for how easy it is to set up, no running wires, etc.

[@rabanalim]

eufysecurity - I am a first time homeowner and have been researching the best outdoor camera for my home. I already have the eufy 2K battery doorbell and does not believe in paying monthly subscriptions. I have a second floor balcony, gets a good amount of sunlight and a jogging path behind my backyard. This would would be the ideal camera for my backyard security!

[@Auroramystic]

I should get the floodlight camera because I need another camera. The 2k really does help with the resolution and I can’t stand charging my camera every once in a while it’s just convenient

[@uvafan940]

I bought 3 of these. A good 2K picture, with good features, but they go offline for no reason (only having had them a week). I have a cloud of Unifi Pro access points throughout my home, so Excellent wifi for their locations. Have to get a ladder everytime to hit the sync button. Just not a good solution for a security camera, especially one in which will be mounted high up in a lot of situations.

[@CompTechMike]

Everyone is having this problem. 😞

[@uvafan940]

I am sure. No one should trust Eufy's so called "reviews" either. I submitted basically the same thing I wrote above, about a week ago, in their product review section and it was not posted. Only a bunch of raving reviews

[@JonD-ee3im]

“Eufysecurity. I love the fact I can use it with my Alexa and the ability to turn on the spot light. Plus the siren!

[@bigjim1488]

Bit of a game changer that it records with no Wifi. A lot of cameras as you know will not record without Wifi. Pretty cool feature. Also helps to know that it will also record if you lose power.

[@moialder252]

yup, i said the same, this camera is basically going to be as good as it gets before going to straight up POE wired cameras. Having a unit be wireless/battery operated yet regenerating with built in solar means less interaction/maintenance from user to have to pull it down/recharge/etc.

[@LifeHackster]

Yes... and I'll probably make a video sometime in the future where you can use this and monitor an area off the grid like a trail cam and just be within the camera's range with your phone that has a hospot and you will be able to retrieve the recorded footage... now I have to test this still though... we will see.

[@BretSmith]

@@LifeHackster does the e40 record without wifi?

[@bluejayway1418]

If no Wi-Fi how does it communicate w phone? Range?

[@ThomasMaidonis]

@@LifeHackster thank you for another great review. The ability to record without a WiFi connection would be a game changer. I've reached out to eufy and they've confirmed that it's possible to operate it with a mobile hotspot instead of a WiFi network but the camera needs to be connected to either a Wi-Fi or a mobile hotspot all the time in order to record. If the camera loses connection to WiFi (or mobile hotspot), it stops being triggered by the PIR sensor and it stops recording to the built-in SD card. Can you confirm this? That would be extremely helpful!

[@johnszatkowski6898]

Nice video! Thinking about adding this in conjunction with my Ring system since it's able to record without internet and will stay powered if the the sun is available with no hassles! Recording without internet is a great option because it may be a deal breaker with your insurance company as you will still have footage of an event of stolen items!

[@LifeHackster]

True.

[@johnszatkowski6898]

@@LifeHackster ; Can you suggest a Eufy cam that can still record to SD without internet for indoor use? As I mentioned this would be another layer of recording in the event of an internet outage. Thanks in advance!!!

[@rubenharris9241]

Like the camera. Concerned about snow build up in the winter…

[@sunlee79]

Thanks for the great review as usual! This really looks like a winner with it’s always charged, spotlight, 2k and wireless mode.

[@Shalom69420]

I liked the concept with the solar panel but the price is high.

[@william38022]

I’m not sure however we may have made a mistake here with the S 40 we don’t have it yet we just ordered it yesterday I assumed I was going to be able to hook it up to my dual cam doorbell with homebase??? if I can’t what do I hook this camera up to ???would I have to buy a different type of base??? I want to run two or three more cameras on my homebase that came with my dual cam doorbell??? so far we really like our dual cam doorbell with homebase it works really good. if this doesn’t work with our homebase should we return it???

[@bam4cky]

eufysecurity: Planning to move to a different city for work that is considered a high crime rate city. I've always lived in a low crime rate area so I have not had any security cames. I've been researching which cameras to get and based off of your reviews, I'm actually planning to get the Eufy 2C Pro and having this S40s would be a nice addition, especially if all the cameras are under the same brand to work more efficiently. What really catches my eye on this camera is the Quality of course and the quality at a far distance, but mainly what I am interested in is the Motion Alert speed. The alert speed seems like a high priority to me and to know you get notified of movement at an earlier speed is a must. The google home features is also a bonus as everything in my home is becoming more smart.

[@vincentphan2275]

"eufysecurity" I like this SoloCam S40 because of the clean appeal without having to install a separate solar panel. Eufy is the only company that has this two in one product right now. The saving goes "kill two birds with one stone".

[@davidcotton4884]

Can you uses this camera in a remote area with no wifi ,will it record then bring the camera home connect to wifi to review the footage? Thanks David

[@minagirgis2222]

Could You set automations accross other platform using Alexa ? For Example, To turn on the floodlight when my Ring doorbell detects motion ?

[@LifeHackster]

Not at this time.

[@brightbluesmurf]

Probably the first wireless camera I'd consider buying. Look forward to seeing your view on the solar panel effectiveness

[@LifeHackster]

Thanks.

[@mizzoutiger1453]

@@LifeHackster Will you still be doing a test on how well the new S40 battery performs?

[@deadpixel4106]

Great review! I did not see in the settings an option to get alerts for battery levels. I would like to get an alert if battery dips below 30%

[@LifeHackster]

No option yet...

[@infomutt2339]

One of Eufy's best surveillance camera is the wired OutDoor Cam.

[@harrylenders7352]

At $300 in Australia it's more than twice the price of a Reolink Argos Eco with solar panel. My question is besides 2K recording, floodlight and human detection does it do anything else better, like earlier motion detection, especially at night as the Reolink is a bit slow waking up once motion is detected.

[@chadtaylor8088]

Sydneysider here. My concern about solar cameras is how long does the panel last? Other panels seem to be rather weak & die out quickly. And in winters my backyaard gets some sunlight but will it be enough? So I'm pensive getting this one.

[@rb5078]

This was so useful. The best review I’ve found of any security camera. Thank you!

[@petercasanova409]

Thanks for this LifeHackster! My issue with these new cameras is that you will get multiple notifications if cameras overlap or are close to each other. For example I use 1 of these new cameras with their doorbell camera.

[@justinking7576]

You can turn off notifications on a cam by cam basis. So go to settings and adjust to your liking. Their is the option to completely turn off notifications for a cam or you can change your activity zones to find a sweet eufylife experience. Also notifications are typically perk since this is a self monitored system.

[@LifeHackster]

You can turn off notifications on a specific camera in the "security" tab and keep it to still record but not to notify you.

[@ScoRpiUs2006]

camera looks exactly what I'm after except i cant find any info on what WIFI frequency it uses, does it use 2.4ghz or 5.8ghz ?

[@LifeHackster]

2.4 only.

[@ScoRpiUs2006]

@@LifeHackster thanx for the reply, I'll keep hunting then

[@shanew7361]

@@LifeHackster Will this work on my NETGEAR Orbi Tri-Band WiFi 6 Mesh System RBK752?

[@fdcayf1836]

If you don’t have direct sun on the s40 for long enough , are you able to plug the solar panel kit into the micro charge slot on back of camera to position the panel better to charge ? Has anyone tried this to see if it works ?😊

[@johnjeoffreym]

Has anyone installed in your porch where there would be no direct sunlight? How does the battery perform?

[@Dactylonian]

Dude this is a crazy thorough review. Thank you so much, this helps my decision!

[@ericg2475]

Thanks for the review. What I like most is the solar charging. I've been researching systems that do not require hard wiring.

[@BabaGanooy]

Eufysecurity Hello! Thank you for the great video! You have convinced me that I do want this camera system. The reason you should choose me is because one, my son has convinced me to go with your system (he has a previous model) and we've been waiting for this model to come out. Two, I have vaulted ceilings and in my previous home I ran wires which I cannot do here. Three, I've had many security camera systems in the past and I would love to have something as updated as yours! What really intrigues me is no monthly fee! I'm in Arizona so I can also test its solar capabilities and how well it does in the heat. I can provide any feedback you need once I received the cams 🙂 thank you for the opportunity!

[@DominicBenoit]

I luv ur reviews on these products. I like this one because of the solar and color night vision. Only 2 issues i saw was motion detection is slower then ring and alexa takes a lil bit long to show up on the echo show. I think this is a awesome camera to have. You always do a great review on the products and give the perfect info that future customers will need..great job

[@LifeHackster]

Yes..it is a bit slow in notifications but not that bad. Thank you.

[@DominicBenoit]

@@LifeHackster yeah! Your right. It’s a very nice camera to have either way. The color night vision, the siren and the motion detection for human only is awesome thing to have. Usually you have to pay a lot more for those things

[@davo627]

Really enjoy all of your videos and like how you really put these devices to the test. Will you be posting a video review of the new SimpliSafe outdoor camera?

[@LifeHackster]

I have to check it out. Thanks.

[@aceyboogie7172]

Great review as always!!

[@LifeHackster]

I appreciate that

[@aceyboogie7172]

@@LifeHackster no problem pare! I just bought a ring stick up cam and I like it better than my battery spotlight cam. For some reason, even though I know Ring’s technology is outdated. They have been the most reliable for me.

[@chrisd1828]

Your infrared tests might be better than what others will see with the IR light from your backyard cameras.

[@LifeHackster]

All of my other cameras IR are off…I made sure of that..

[@tobindaily9961]

Great review. Much appreciated. Question: how far does the unit swivel on that ball hinge? I want to purchase and install on the sides of my house, but would need to position them both hard angles (both left and right) to capture the needed areas of my yard (they would not be positioned 'forward')

[@abyssiniahenry128]

What if you take a small block of wood, cut it to the angle/direction you need to point the camera, paint it to match your house, mount it to the house and then mount the camera bracket/base to that wood. Then the angles for the ball swivel mount won't be so tight. You could taper both sides of the wood so it's not so "block" looking. Just an idea. Hope it helps.

[@jamesstanley5503]

Great review. thanks for taking the time to put them all together.

[@LifeHackster]

No problem 👍

[@BraaapoholicBob]

One thing bothers me about this camera...the battery is NOT replaceable. It will go out eventually...it only has so many cycles it can do. VS Arlo where I can change out the battery when it starts to decline. Seems like a big issue to me. Am I wrong?

[@gab9099]

Have you ever replaced a phone or laptop battery?

[@Kusamedi2881]

My EUFY has been going Strong 4.5 years now. Never misses a beat. I can live with replacing anything after 5+ years as New Tech comes out.

[@sinigangpapi3379]

I was thinking about this, so I always make sure to come charge the device whenever it goes below 80% bat life. It seems to only have lost 5% for 3 weeks under the shade and so far it has captured/detected 15 or so people (front door). I think doing this versus constantly having it charge under the sun is healthier for the batteries who knows Eufy can probably replace free of charge if it's still under warranty.

[@dsantostv3711]

Just connect a regular electric cable and charge camera

[@miorya]

eufysecurity - Setting up cameras for new home. I want to set up a camera in the corner, above garage. As the S40 is solar powered, I wouldn't need to do any wiring as it to have direct access to sunlight. I own Anker products but no Eufy products yet. It would be nice to out Eufy's cameras since I need to purchase additional ones.

[@anwarlucas]

Very detailed and informative review, great job and thank you for that!

[@kojam1]

eufysecurity I'd LOVE to receive a solocam S40 because of the brilliance of the built-in solar charger! Brilliant! So, did i win?!?!?!?!?!

[@1chrisrowe]

Eufy confuses me so much. Why isn't there a 2k wired version of this? If you want wired, you either get the Outdoor Cam or Floodlight. The 600 Lumen spotlight on S40 would be perfect if wired.

[@LifeHackster]

The s40 spotlight only activates when there is motion.. there is no light scheduling or dusk to dawn feature.

[@aaroncarver5559]

EufySecurity - I would install it in my backyard looking towards the back gate while overseeing 2 bedroom windows. Thank you!

[@darrellhuggins9901]

I wonder what the life expectancy of the battery is, in 3 years is it just another paper weight. How will it hold up to Canadian winters -15decC (5degF). I still thing POE systems are the way to go even if running the wires is a pain.

[@LifeHackster]

Probably 3-5 years.. we will see. Battery powered cameras will not be reliable in cold climates... battery and cold doesn't mix well.

[@mizzoutiger1453]

@@LifeHackster I agree cold weather will be a challenge for battery powered cameras. I hope they still function good. Will you be doing a test on this in the colder weather?

[@ELEVOPR]

I'm getting 4 of these. It's not for the bad guys, It's for the Bad Lady, My Mother In-Law 😡 Great Review. I will be sure to add these Cameras to my Synology Nas Storage, Just Incase She takes the camera 😢

[@Bidness100]

😀

[@nicholasminella177]

Honest and great review, I’m going to purchase 2 of them , once I can find where they have in stock

[@willyboz1]

Awesome review. How far can the camera swivel left to right on the mount ??

[@LifeHackster]

It is regular mount..it can swivel 90 degrees left or right depending on where you are going to align the notch on the ball head.

[@starwaves9917]

Does this security camera connect to the homebase? What if someone steals the camera? If someone takes the camera what’s the point for of it if they also take the footage?

[@CompTechMike]

Does not work with Homebase or NAS. If someone steals it you're SOL. 😵

[@Trip.E]

My motion detection is not working at all and it doesn’t notify me when someone is spotted even though I have notifications enabled. Does anyone else have this issue? Do I need to pay a subscription for it work?

[@LifeHackster]

It doesn't need a subscription to work. You have to "arm" it in the security tab on the bottom of the app.

[@shanew7361]

The Reolink Duo wifi battery model vs the Eufy S40, which one is better and has better functionality? I purchased the S40 but debating on returning it and ordering the Reolink duo. I'm new to the whole security camera ecosystem so I'm clueless lol

[@freddieqmercury5961]

Thanks for another great review. This camera looks really good.

[@LifeHackster]

Thanks for watching!

[@MCUU-ACRE]

eufysecurity - I would love this Camera to replace my current spotlight camera which unfortunately detection range isn't enough to activate far enough to cover my shed, to my recent loss :( I bought a Eufy 2 pro but again the detection range just isn't far enough. LH review did suggest 25ft but im my case it still doesn't activate unless i'm within 15ft. I'm really hoping these new line will active further as LH E40 recent review suggested the range did seem better. Really hoping this is a game changer in the detection range/accuracy as I personally think the detection in battery, event focused, Camera systems by far the most important factor. I'd take 1080p and perfect detection over 8K with poor. The detection is key! Keep up the reviews LH.

[@MasterCamus]

Stupid question but what is the main advantage in choosing a Eufy cam with the home base?

[@nestegg6038]

eufysecurity : Would like to have this camera set up to cover our back yard/garden to catch the vegetable and fruit thieves we have in addition to the fact we have had a lot of break ins in our area. Thinking of getting the whole house set up with cameras at some point and Eufy looks like a good quality and low cost (no subscriptions) route.

[@TheIVCM]

Thanks for the video, I have a question we have a retirement home setup and there is no wifi at all If we charge these cameras and install - Understanding that they will record to the card (8gb) can we somehow get the data off the card should we have a need to see what happened ? IE can we use a hotspot on Ipad or phone to get the data ?

[@macunni591]

Excellent review. Very thorough. Answered all the questions I had.

[@paulmiyagishima7655]

I give this camera a "WOW!" 600 lumen integrated light, siren at 100 plus decibels, detection going towards camera is pretty good (we got a full picture of you, not just your head) and I actually like not having a home base for the unit. This might actually be a great car security camera! Thanks again for all of your hard work and attention to detail!

[@TheTerminator1919]

Whoa that's awesome it can be a car camera!

[@LifeHackster]

That is actually a good idea... Thanks.

[@brittgayle467]

You just gave me another reason to buy this!

[@Auroramystic]

I love the built in solor Panel

[@CertifiedTechnicianOttawa]

Nobody talks about having an extender in case it's to high up the cam which is idea you want. So is there an extender you recommend? Distance is lower for detection then said.

[@vincentnguyen6537]

Mine is detectived in 7 feet with highest sensitive. Terrible

[@moialder252]

Can you do a more indepth review on how the battery/built in solar perform? Even just a week of observation should give us an idea of it can really last basically all year.

[@shanew7361]

I agree

[@avery7952]

Great review! Can the app/camera control be run on two separate phones at the same time.,

[@LifeHackster]

Yes, you can.

[@rwijnhov]

eufysecurity : I love the build in solar panel. it's a game changer. Only still not available in Europe.

[@brianyoung4380]

So I just installed this on the north side of my house and it does not get any direct sunlight. How long will the battery last do you think without direct sunlight?

[@acastr1234]

Update?

[@brianyoung4380]

@@acastr1234 Still undecided. I think in the winter it will not be good

[@brianyoung4380]

@@acastr1234 now I'm down to 82%. As the sun gets lower since this is on the north side of my house it's not going to get any better. So unfortunately if you have a North facing view I would not recommend this product at right now! Looks like I'm going to have to charge it manually probably once or twice during the winter that sucks too because I got these so I would not have to do that

[@chelsea704]

eufysecurity I would like an S40 to keep thieves from stealing our catalytic converters again. Maybe we can catch them on video and hand it over to the authorities. It's difficult to set up a camera outdoors, so this wireless option would be amazing!