Updated March 2026
Data from Amazon and official Aqara and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
Looking at the full picture in 2026, Sonoff Cam Slim Gen2 gets the edge. It wins the broader comparison through price, color night vision, and rtsp, while customizable motion zones and privacy zone helps confirm the result. Pick Aqara Camera E1 only when connectivity and 2k video is the deciding factor for your setup. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Sonoff Cam Slim Gen2.
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FeatureAqara Camera E1Sonoff Cam Slim Gen2Winner
Price$59.99€31.99Sonoff Cam Slim Gen2
Connectivity2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi2.4 GHz WifiAqara Camera E1
2K VideoYESNOAqara Camera E1
Color Night VisionNOYESSonoff Cam Slim Gen2
RTSPNOYESSonoff Cam Slim Gen2
Customizable Motion ZonesNOYESSonoff Cam Slim Gen2
Privacy ZoneNOYESSonoff Cam Slim Gen2
Rating4.24.2Tie
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Weather ResistanceNONOTie
PoENONOTie
Solar ChargingNONOTie
Aqara

Aqara Camera E1

$59.99
BUY NOW
  • + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi
  • + 2K Video: YES
  • - Price: $59.99 vs €31.99
  • - Color Night Vision: NO vs YES
Winner
Sonoff

Sonoff Cam Slim Gen2

€31.99
BUY NOW
  • + Price: €31.99
  • + Color Night Vision: YES
  • + RTSP: YES
  • - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wifi vs 2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi
  • - 2K Video: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Aqara Camera E1 or Sonoff Cam Slim Gen2?
Sonoff Cam Slim Gen2 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, color night vision, and rtsp.
What is the biggest difference between Aqara Camera E1 and Sonoff Cam Slim Gen2?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Aqara Camera E1 lists $59.99, while Sonoff Cam Slim Gen2 lists €31.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Aqara Camera E1 is listed at $59.99, while Sonoff Cam Slim Gen2 is listed at €31.99. Sonoff Cam Slim Gen2 (better spec).
Who should buy Aqara Camera E1?
Choose Aqara Camera E1 if your priority is connectivity and 2k video and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Sonoff Cam Slim Gen2?
Choose Sonoff Cam Slim Gen2 if your priority is price and color night vision and that matters more than connectivity.
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