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Aqara Camera E1 vs Eve Outdoor Cam

Full Smart Cameras comparison in 2026

Updated November 2026
Data from the official Aqara and Eve sites.
2026 verdict
The Aqara Camera E1 is the stronger security camera of this pair, winning on price, owner feedback, microSD storage, 2K video and a built-in siren.
Aqara Camera E1
Winner
Aqara Camera E1
$69.99
Buy on Amazon USA
The Eve Outdoor Cam answers with outdoor credentials: an IP55 rating, a built-in light, a 2-year warranty against 1, and alerts for people, animals, vehicles, familiar faces and packages. It works with Apple Home only, while the Aqara also works with Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings and Home Assistant. Buy the Aqara Camera E1 for indoor coverage, and the Eve Outdoor Cam for an Apple Home setup that needs a light over the door.
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Connectivity
  • Wi-Fi 2.4/5 GHz
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Works with
Connectivity
  • Wi-Fi 2.4/5 GHz
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FeatureAqara Camera E1Eve Outdoor CamWinner
Price$69.99$274.95Aqara Camera E1
Rating4.33.2Aqara Camera E1
Warranty1 year2 yearsEve Outdoor Cam
Weather ResistanceNOIP55Eve Outdoor Cam
StorageMicroSD Card Slot, CloudCloudAqara Camera E1
2K VideoYESNOAqara Camera E1
AlertsMotion, PeopleMotion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, PackagesEve Outdoor Cam
LightNOYESEve Outdoor Cam
SirenYESNOAqara Camera E1
No Subscription RequiredYESNOAqara Camera E1
PoENONOTie
Solar ChargingNONOTie
Winner
Aqara

Aqara Camera E1

Prime exclusive deal
$69.99
Buy on Amazon USA
  • + Price: $69.99
  • + Rating: 4.3
  • + Storage: MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud
  • - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
  • - Weather Resistance: NO vs IP55
Eve

Eve Outdoor Cam

Prime exclusive deal
$274.95
Buy on Amazon USA
  • + Warranty: 2 years
  • + Weather Resistance: IP55
  • + Alerts: Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages
  • - Price: $274.95 vs $69.99
  • - Rating: 3.2 vs 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Aqara Camera E1 or Eve Outdoor Cam?

The Aqara Camera E1 wins overall on price, owner feedback, storage, 2K video and its siren. The Eve Outdoor Cam wins on warranty, weather resistance, alerts and its light.

What is the biggest difference between the Aqara Camera E1 and the Eve Outdoor Cam?

The Aqara Camera E1 is an indoor 360° pan camera with local microSD recording, while the Eve Outdoor Cam is an IP55 outdoor camera with a floodlight that stores event video in the cloud with a subscription.

Which one works with more smart home platforms?

The Aqara Camera E1 works with Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings and Home Assistant. The Eve Outdoor Cam works with Apple Home, and Home Assistant support is not documented.

Which has the longer warranty?

The Eve Outdoor Cam carries 2 years, the Aqara Camera E1 1 year.

Who should buy the Aqara Camera E1?

Anyone who wants an affordable 2K indoor camera with local recording and wide platform support.

Who should buy the Eve Outdoor Cam?

Apple Home users who want an outdoor camera with a light and detailed alerts.

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