| Feature | Aqara Camera E1 | Eufy SoloCam E30 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $63.99 | $99.95 | Aqara Camera E1 |
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.3 | Eufy SoloCam E30 |
| Weather Resistance | NO | YES | Eufy SoloCam E30 |
| Solar Charging | NO | YES | Eufy SoloCam E30 |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Aqara Camera E1 |
| RTSP | NO | YES | Eufy SoloCam E30 |
| Alerts | Motion, People | Motion, People, Vehicles, Familiar Faces | Eufy SoloCam E30 |
| Customizable Motion Zones | NO | YES | Eufy SoloCam E30 |
| Siren | YES | NO | Aqara Camera E1 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| PoE | NO | NO | Tie |
| Storage | MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud | MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud | Tie |
- + Price: $63.99
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
- + Siren: YES
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.3
- - Weather Resistance: NO vs YES
- + Rating: 4.3
- + Weather Resistance: YES
- + Solar Charging: YES
- - Price: $99.95 vs $63.99
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Aqara Camera E1 or Eufy SoloCam E30?
The Eufy SoloCam E30 is the stronger overall camera in this comparison. It carries a higher owner rating and adds weather resistance, solar charging, RTSP streaming, wider alert coverage and more customizable motion zones. The Aqara Camera E1 wins on price, connectivity and its built-in siren, keeping it relevant for budget-focused, hub-connected setups.
What is the biggest difference between the Aqara Camera E1 and the Eufy SoloCam E30?
The Eufy SoloCam E30 is built for self-sufficient outdoor duty, with solar charging and weather resistance that let it run indefinitely without a wired power source. The Aqara Camera E1 is the more affordable, better-connected option, with broader smart-home protocol support and a built-in siren, but without the SoloCam E30's solar charging or weatherproofing.
Does either camera avoid manual charging?
The Eufy SoloCam E30 wins on solar charging in this comparison, keeping its battery topped up from sunlight so it rarely needs to be taken down for a charge. The Aqara Camera E1 does not offer that here.
Which camera has a built-in siren?
The Aqara Camera E1 wins on siren in this comparison, giving it a built-in audible alarm the Eufy SoloCam E30 does not carry. That makes the E1 the pick if you want the camera itself to sound an alarm rather than only recording and alerting.
Who should buy the Aqara Camera E1?
Choose the Aqara Camera E1 if price, broad smart-home connectivity and a built-in siren matter most to you, and solar charging or weather resistance are not deciding factors.
Who should buy the Eufy SoloCam E30?
Choose the Eufy SoloCam E30 if you want a better-rated, solar-charged outdoor camera with weather resistance, RTSP streaming, wider alert coverage and more customizable motion zones than the Aqara Camera E1.
