Eufy SoloCam S340 - Wireless Dual Lens Tracking PTZ Outdoor Security Camera

Today, we are going to review, check and test out the Eufy SoloCam S340, a battery and/or solar powered Pan and Tilt wireless outdoor security camera that has Dual Lenses with AI motion tracking. With the included solar panel, it can have "Forever Power" and not needing for its batteries to be manually charged. We will check out its features, do a quick unboxing, setup, installation, and check out its video quality in daytime and at night and we will run it on our usual camera testing and see if this Eufy SoloCam S340 is going to be a good option for your home security camera needs.
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00:00 Introduction
00:50 Features
02:09 Unboxing
03:16 Setup
04:04 Installation
04:31 Settings
07:27 Video Quality
09:22 Testing
12:11 Thoughts
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[@JP-be3dq]

I just bought this camera the other day because of your review. I just have to say, I totally love this camera. You don't have to charge it, and you don't have to pay for service. Thank you for taking the time to make this video. Salamat.

[@Ghost-zt8ge]

Does it have a slot card for memory saving? Or do you have to pay for that service?

[@JP-be3dq]

It has 8 gig internal memory you can access on your phone through an app. no cost at all. @@Ghost-zt8ge

[@robertespinoza7654]

​@@Ghost-zt8geyes it has a slot

[@zjhongolez]

@@robertespinoza7654it does not.

[@investigator6203]

Could you please answer 3 questions for me, does the camera time out after 2 minutes when you live view Second: can you get alerts on your Alexa with it, I am being told no Third: do you need the home base to enhance the a1 tracking

[@fsp394]

Nice I really appreciate your honest reviews on the Eufy lineup. Based on these reviews I've made several Eufy purchases and will be adding the SoloCam S340 to my setup.

[@LifeHackster]

@fsp394...Thanks for watching!

[@user-rd9kb6ox1v]

As a battery-powered model, its video quality is impressive and I like the combination of two different lenses.

[@robertoj8950]

-Eufy listen: Nice , I was waiting for this one . Thank you so much. Eufy owes you lots of money I have spent of them because of your videos !!! Thank you again .

[@LifeHackster]

@robertoj8950...Thanks for watching!

[@agustinadrianuy7498]

this is an amazing review. really helps me understand new security camera

[@partyallnightt]

Thanks for the great review. Just ordered 2x with a great discount by Eufy!

[@adamfranklin6904]

Wow! Another upgrade to my driveway camera! Thanks for the preview!

[@LifeHackster]

@adamfranklin6904...Thanks for watching!

[@Mark-fm3gv]

Can't wait for your review on the new eufy dual cam floodlight.

[@Svg784p]

ive had several of their cameras for a few years and love them..

[@jameshopkinson3631]

I was looking to purchase this camera and based on your honest review I’ve done this. Thank you 👍🏻

[@Joserizzzal]

Is the set up quick? I’m not really a guy to have a lot of tools

[@jameshopkinson3631]

Very quick,minutes. just need to drill the holes once that’s done it’s a case of clicking the camera to the support bracket.

[@enriquemata9657]

Very professional demonstration and straight to the point !

[@LifeHackster]

@enriquemata9657...Thanks for watching!

[@mikenelson1387]

Very thorough demonstration. Thank you.

[@LifeHackster]

Thanks for watching!

[@lesparza214]

Thank you, I'll be purchasing this 🙌🏽

[@xistgs]

Primera vez que llego en 1 minuto😅. Estaba viendo un anuncio y decidí entrar a tu canal para ver si ya tenias el video y lo acabas de subir 😂😂. Gracias a tí soy súper fanático de eufy💪😎

[@giosamigos]

Wow really in depth review thank you👏

[@crawdad62]

Nice review! Ordering two right now.

[@ronbridegroom8428]

I like the "I am going downstairs". LOL. A good laugh. thanks

[@LifeHackster]

Thanks for watching!

[@wizkid86]

Love it. Definitely waiting for a Black Friday sale

[@patstevens7159]

Well done and much appreciated!

[@LifeHackster]

@patstevens7159...Thanks for watching!

[@davec5237]

Another great review. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@LifeHackster]

Thanks for watching!

[@stepheng.5623]

Thanks! Very informative.

[@valbajamonde6150]

Appreciate your reviews.

[@LifeHackster]

Thanks for watching!

[@theone11811]

Love your videos man !!!

[@LifeHackster]

Thanks for watching!

[@johnaubin6907]

Yessss!!! This is the camera to get!

[@4Hendo]

Nice job ….I have several Eufy and two Ring. I am liking the Eufy much more and am looking to update my 2 Ring cameras. Looks like I will be getting two of these. I would have like to see the additional options when connected to the homebase as I just ordered a homebase 3. Thanks Again….as you generally assist me in making my camera decision and I often refer your video’s to people because of your honest reviews.

[@LifeHackster]

Thanks for watching!

[@sking3646]

Could you Please do the License Plate in the Night Test? This will be very helpful for users to understand if a License Place is readable at Night...as Bad guys come out at night time...thus test will be VERY Helpful. Appreciate your work.

[@4Shreks]

Actually, most crimes are committed during the day as that's when people aren't home.

[@LifeHackster]

Because this is a tracking camera, it might not have a lot of glare but I will test it in my future videos. Remember be bale to read plates depends on a lot of factors...angle of the camera, distance and glare.

[@sking3646]

@4Shreks that may be true but its also true that many crimes are also committed between 3AM to 5AM...bottom line is the license plate test at night time would be very useful.

[@Arctic5fox]

​@@4Shreksdepends on your location, and crime rate in your area .in my case The dude was checking my garage around 1:00 and 2:00 a.m. looking probably for a lawn mower or tools. The same with my neighbor. After midnight they cut his car converter.

[@sking3646]

@LifeHackster thanks! This would definitely be a great idea to add in all future videos, as many users want to know if license plates can be read on the camera...I have had other 4k camers and was disappointed with the night time vehicle license plate shot.

[@CookJunkie]

They've definitely improved the sweep for the motion tracking. The floodlight ptz version is choppy, but works least to say. Definitely can see the S340 as an upgrade.

[@WalterFernandez-wt8ep]

Really good video. Teach me a lot . Thanks 👍

[@LifeHackster]

Thanks for watching!

[@mchevownr]

Love all your videos and reviews! Does the camera pan and tilt motors, make any audible noises either heard by our ears or on the recordings?

[@jimbovankooten4027]

Nice camera ! I love eufy

[@33631db]

Another helpful review. I hope all these companies make it worth your time. MY QUESTION, how big is the blind spot under the camera?

[@mosszaphod]

Great video as always! What speed is your pan and tilt set on and do you like single or dual lense mode?

[@khao1412]

I cant wait you review E340.

[@LifeHackster]

Working on it.

[@REMYSCH]

Amazing review

[@sumanlimbu630]

Based on your review i think i need to get this product.

[@seang3698]

Will you be doing a review for the new Eufy E340 floodlight tracking cam? I'm looking forward to seeing that one.

[@DustyRolle]

I was getting really to abandon eufy. I recently bought a Reolink Trackmix solar version and it's impressive I love it. Buttt this is very tempting to try out this has very compact feeling. I must say I really appreciate your reviews this is my first stop before buying a new product!! I salute you all the way from The Bahamas!!

[@GITSSAC]

So you recommend reolink? I'm trying to decide between them and eufy

[@DustyRolle]

Honestly the Reolink Trackmix battery/solar version has been out for a while now so it's tried testing and proven but, this new eufy I'll wait for some time to pass to see more reviews from users. The only con about the reolink so far for me is, it doesn't send a thumbnail pic with the notification. Overall in general between the variety of Reolink and Eufy solar cams I own, I find that the battery in the reolink cams last much long than the Eufy cams. My Reolinks cams are usually triggered by tree branches all day essentially causing them to record all day and to my surprise the battery level rarely drops below 94%. With my Eufy cams, the batteries drains significantly faster and would end up to 60-70%. Maybe the Reolink solar panel is more efficient as it for sure charges the cams much quicker. But back to this product comparison, after seeing the video performance I would say this Eufy s340 AI tracking is much smoother no jerky panning to track subject it's much more fluid. I do notice though that the Reolink Trackmix hybrid zoom seems to have further zoom, I can read a car license plate 80- 100ft away. Maybe @LifeHackster can do a zoom comparison video to confirm. I don't think you can go wrong with this S340 though I will buy one to test it out since it's such a compact package.@@GITSSAC

[@LifeHackster]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@battletv777]

Reolink new cameras available in US.

[@MiTreasureHunter]

I have both Reolink and Eufy Wi-Fi cameras and want to at 2 auto tracking Cameras to my setup. My dilemma is do I go with the Reolink TrackMix or the new Eufy S340. Anyone tried both and have advice?

[@martiangod]

Thanks for your thourough testing, we appreciate your time and effort 👍 I couldn't wait, i just ordered 2x E340 cameras and a homebase 3, my wife wont be happy 😂 Eufy have really raised the bar with these new cameras, does it detect at 40 feet in normal mode or only in dual mode with the zoom lense active ? Im wondering if the zoom lense still detects movement when not in dual mode

[@LifeHackster]

It uses a PIR sensor for its motion detection so it is the same on both view modes.

[@martiangod]

@@LifeHackster great, thank you

[@General.Audience]

I definitely like this one

[@kloov9203]

Love your videos and picked up the S300 package with Homebase 3 last Christmas based on your review. Happy with it but there are some areas along front of house that I lose field of view. In your opinion, given the s300 has 4k vs s340 having lower quality but tracking capability, is there enough difference given up having full field of vision coverage vs 4k video?

[@simonconquest]

Great video and review. Thank you very much. What did you use to extend the solar panel mount, please?

[@emailjimsylvester]

If you search for extended solar panel mount you'll see results online. It seems to make more sense to just buy a gutter mount though.

[@Roadie1980]

I'm now torn on what do go for. What's your overall opinion on the Eufy 4K 3 gen solar camera with homebase vs the Solocam S340 PTZ? Thanks in advance 😊

[@prakashmakwana6907]

Great review as always. Does this also work with the original Homebase? Thank you.

[@mattwright6622]

Not bad. The detection range was actually good for a battery powered camera

[@choudaky]

Kinda got lucky with it, and he cut it short. they cam wouldn't track him at that 40 range. it is not working properly

[@phoyesmanortexas]

I bought this camera after I watched your videos directly from eufy. I ordered it direct from eufy. The camera arrived damaged, I immediately filed a ticket, initially they sent me a bunch of emails to which I sent them all the information, pictures, serial numbers etc. The last email I got said "they have assigned my ticket to a specialist" and then I heard nothing back. I called their support number and stayed on line for hours at a time and no one picks up. My issue is still unresolved and it's been 4 days with no news from eufy's customer don't-care. Also, this makes me think if the camera is fragile enough to break apart in shipping, it is not going to withstand severe weather conditions like hail and high winds which is common in my area.

[@nscalewunderland]

Awesome review. I bought one of these and it’s amazing. Blows my Blink system out of the water. And since the new Blinks are over $100 each, this S340 is a no-brainer. Thank you! Question: what does overlapping motion activity areas do? You can put two areas in (a green & a blue one) … should they overlap or be separate or does it matter? Do I get twice as sensitive motion detection if I put two in overlapping?

[@fabriciogutierrez8894]

Thank you for making good videos! I have one question, are you able to add family members to the app to be able to have access similar to the Arlo?

[@vatech844]

Good PT alternative from Eufy Floodlight 2 pro. The 360 PIR sensor of Floodlight 2 pro is better for larger areas especially anything coming from the back side of the camera.

[@bz7981]

Thanks for the great review. A couple of questions. 1.) Do you know if it is region locked? 2.) If I do not get the home base, would the camera's still record during a power outage and be available on the app for viewing when the power is back on and the camera connects to the wifi?

[@arctictemper1]

Many thanks for posting, I did a 180 on a security camera purchase after watching your review! I did have a question on the longer lead you mentioned(?) as after the purchase as I want to run the solar cable panel longer than the existing 8' lead.

[@marccalizar5498]

I think it is good if you can make a comparison video between Reolink Trackmix and Eufy S340?

[@mauricehilmerich5806]

Hi there. Could you tell me where you got the extension pole mount for the solar panel? And what is the length?

[@nadonailer]

Great review video! Can you hook up an indoor monitor and view the cameras?

[@walter.bellini]

Thank you for the video One of the things that should be an option is color choice, it should come in black to offer better cover. This looks like a great option for less than $160

[@whirlns]

😀 I wish my trackmix had such a smooth pan and tilt

[@jarrahfitzgerald2752]

Thanks for the review and your extensive testing. Is it possible to make the camera go to a default position if it detects 2 or more people, like a central view? That may one person cant "distract" the camera.

[@386vwade]

New to Eufy products, seriously considering buying one of these. Is a homebase recommended? Thanks 🙏

[@wackeldackel9813]

Great review, like always! I cant decide Reolink Trackmix or this Eufy Solocam s340 Which one is better?

[@1989rrichard]

Just saw both of these now I am stuck feeling the same way , but the good thing is I already have 3 eufy s330 4k camers. But need one for the front that will cover the whole area

[@myutube6422]

Thanks for taking the time to make the video. I have the S340 and Homebase 3. Things seem to be working fine except when there is motion, I am not getting a notification on my phone. I have notifications turned on for the app and in the settings . I'm obviously not doing something right, any suggestions. I have tested motion and when I walk into the field, the cameras light also comes on. Thanks.

[@davidmeerloo8941]

Hi LifeHackster, I love your videos. You explain everything so well. I have ordered the SoloCam S340. Please could you tell me where you purchased the Solar panel extended mount? I have looked on Amazon, but can't find it. Many thanks

[@investigator6203]

I thought he said in his video that he used that extinction piece from something else

[@jasondebraux6695]

I'm going to buy this camera for sure so hopefully we can get further reviews or comparisons on this camera as I see this being a real stand out among their camera lineup. Do you have a Best Buy affiliate link as well? I want to make sure you get the credit once I'm able to buy it from Best Buy.

[@LifeHackster]

No Best Buy link unfortunately…

[@bdubssuperfun]

Where are the solar panel extension mounts from, do you have a link?

[@just.bob.j]

Good job brother! Have you done a video on the Lorex 2K Pan-Tilt Outdoor Wi-Fi Security Camera ?

[@sashameltser7374]

Good video. Which mount extender you were using to mount solar panel? Will recommend same extender for s330 cameras?

[@bjcr2024]

Did you make that mount for the solar panel from scratch or did you buy it somewhere? I have the same issue with the rain gutter, and would have to set up the solar panel separate from the camera.

[@SamZ41]

Is there an anti-theft setting or anything that can be done to prevent theft. Looks really easy for someone to just unclip and take. I just have a single story house and the highest I can mount one of these is 2 meters.

[@rivasryan]

Please test the Eufy E340 Floodlight Camera next 🙏🙏

[@ciparaycctv]

Mantab..(Awesome) love it...

[@RogerClubv]

Awesome review....I'm looking for a 5 wireless camera system to replace my arlo4 system. Do the Eufy cameras need a home base? Is there a multi-camera package?

[@jnlin8569]

@lifehackster your reviews are so good and thorough. Thank you! What is the notification alert speed at night when you walk across from side to side and then towards it? Are the notification alert speeds faster when connected to homebase3? Can you consider adding a comparison table (like how throttle house compares lap times for cats) or comparison video section for every Eufy camera that you've tested (like how Alex on autos for example compares similar cars' size, pros, cons, value, etc) ? Or maybe have a chart on your website? Eufy doesn't seem to show notification alert speed on their website . Thanks for all the great work!

[@LifeHackster]

As to notifications and Eufy, battery powered ones (the ones that uses a PIR sensor) are usually in the range of 7-10 seconds on the text and 10-12 on the thumbnail. Their wired ones are usually 3-6 seconds text and 6-8 seconds thumbnail. These are the same in both daytime and at night.

[@jnlin8569]

@@LifeHackster thank you sir!

[@jnlin8569]

@@LifeHackster so no difference between solocams without homebase vs eufycams with homebase?

[@noelelnolo9642]

Good videos. Can u include the extender mount link? Thank u.

[@GerardMiles]

Fantastic review. Thank you. Only question I have is " can you join more than one camera" ? For example four cameras around a property? Also, is the detection 180 degrees or 360 degree sensing? Many thanks from New Zealand.

[@LifeHackster]

Yes, you can have multiple cameras. The detection is only around the same FOV of the camera though not 180 or 360.

[@ELEVOPR]

Another great video buddy 👍 Long time. Don't know why I'm not getting your notification 😢 can this Camera be connected to a NAS ?

[@brianadams4309]

Link to the mounting extension that you used because of the gutters? Thanks!

[@gustavoacosta215]

I still love my ring flood light cam

[@JingleStic]

Wonder how well the solar panel works charging during the winter months. I have a couple of the s40 solars that refuse to take charge during the winter months even with full sunshine.

[@Jowurel]

Honestly this camera appears to be very good and I might buy two for my first house cameras.

[@LifeHackster]

@Jowurel...Thanks for watching!

[@robertoflor9798]

What internet do you use ? And what mesh system do you have that the cameras work great ?

[@kingblack22ss]

Can you do a comparison or vs reolink trackmix vs eyfy s340 please

[@Instegone]

Any easy way to amount it on vinyl siding without drilling into it?

[@liviynz1]

Does it have sensors to rotate for out of camera motion like the floodlight versions?

[@squidwardtentacles1995]

Hi sorry for the question. I have a tree that moves a lot due to wind. I was just wondering if the camera would constantly detect the tree moving? Im hoping not. Thank you!

[@patrickrk44]

Could this be used for continuous streaming if it was connected to an outlet via usb-c? Thus not needing the solar panel

[@anthony2558]

Say we use a eufy motion sensor in the s340's blind spot, will the camera then move in the direction of the motion sensors location when it's tripped?

[@KitPogi]

Thanks for another awesome content of Eufy cams sir. I'm just wondering why Eufy didn't make this 4k instead of 3k? 🤔

[@kwalletje99]

Because it would be more expensive, files are bigger and if you want to stream in 4K, you really need to have a good internet connection.

[@investigator6203]

I wondered that my self, I wasn't concerned about the price, I would rather pay more and get a 4k camera for sure

[@jessieN1223]

Hi thanks for this. What eufy homebase model will work for this?

[@MYT2024]

Does the colored night vision have to be turned on in order for the spotlight motion to work, because the spotlight wont turn on when motion is detected at night?

[@Pics2FlicksDennis]

Can the solar cable be extended? Reolink provides the ability to add 2 more four meter cables to their competitor to this camera, and that is critical to my installation. .

[@garyk6255]

Thanks for the video The extension for solar panel where did you purchase it from Thanks

[@LifeHackster]

That was from my Reolink Solar panel.

[@gest319]

Will you ever review the Wyze Cam Pan v3?

[@Dedsec499]

Where did you get the extended mount for the solar panel??

[@Justin-hz8bh]

My Wyze cams are ok, but I'm getting tired of the corrupted clips and monthly charges. Might get one of these.

[@ricki-bobby]

Great review. Only regret is that it lacks a microSD card. That would be the perfect setup for long term surveillance

[@gailenrique2804]

Get the homebase and add a hard drive to it.... problem solved.😊

[@JWHtje]

Can you schedule the AI tracking feature? I only want to follow people at night. As always, Epic video!

[@LifeHackster]

Currently, there is no tracking scheduling option. That's a good setting to have. Thanks for watching!

[@stanislavbenaci5412]

@@LifeHackster i had a lot of conversation with Eufy on this... so for night AI detection (Human only) you need to have HomeBase 3

[@darrendavies1102]

Hi there great blog .❤ What happens to the camera if there's two people waking different directions. Does it stop rotating...or following. Thank you sir

[@LifeHackster]

It will follow that one that was detected first.

[@darrendavies1102]

@LifeHackster perfect thank you so much 💓 my new Christmas present 🎁 thanks for your time and support 😀

[@hugocaballero4]

I have eufy solocam S40 cameras but I’m not happy with the lag between the event and the notification, for this camera is the lag better? Does having it connected to the new homebase makes any difference? Both in terms of notifications and in terms of connecting to watch live, thanks!!!

[@darthvader1759]

I'm also been wondering the same thing. I have 4 of them and only 2 of them catch motion regularly. Wanna know if the homebase helps catch more motion

[@hotskillet]

How about battery life with and without the solar panel? also WiFi range?

[@veroka7851]

Could you link the extended mount for the solar panel Please.

[@ashleyhernandez4325]

Can you share with family members ? Also Do I have to buy more storage that’s the part I get confuse