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Aqara Camera G100 vs Eufy SoloCam E42

Full Smart Cameras comparison in 2026

Updated August 2026
Data from Amazon and official Aqara and Eufy sites.
2026 verdict
Looking for the sharper, more flexible outdoor camera? The Eufy SoloCam E42 takes the overall win, combining 4K video, solar charging, a more capable storage setup and customizable motion zones, and it also carries a higher owner rating than the Aqara Camera G100. The Aqara Camera G100 fights back with a lower price, broader alert coverage and a dedicated privacy zone that the Eufy SoloCam E42 does not offer. Both cameras otherwise match on weatherproofing, 2K video, RTSP and color night vision, so the decision mostly comes down to resolution and power versus price and alerts. Buyers chasing 4K detail, wire-free solar placement and a stronger reputation should pick the Eufy SoloCam E42, while budget-focused buyers who want more alert types and privacy-zone control will prefer the Aqara Camera G100.
FeatureAqara Camera G100Eufy SoloCam E42Winner
Price$39.99$119.98Aqara Camera G100
Rating4.24.1Aqara Camera G100
Solar ChargingNOYESEufy SoloCam E42
StorageMicroSD Card Slot, CloudInternal, MicroSD Card Slot, CloudEufy SoloCam E42
4K VideoNOYESEufy SoloCam E42
AlertsMotion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, PackagesMotion, People, Vehicles, Familiar FacesAqara Camera G100
Customizable Motion ZonesNOYESEufy SoloCam E42
Privacy ZoneYESNOAqara Camera G100
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Weather ResistanceIP65IP65Tie
PoENONOTie
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi2.4 GHz WiFiTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Aqara Camera G100 or Eufy SoloCam E42?

The Eufy SoloCam E42 is the better overall camera, winning on rating, 4K video, solar charging, storage options and customizable motion zones. The Aqara Camera G100 stays competitive with a lower price, broader alert coverage and a privacy zone.

What is the biggest difference between the Aqara Camera G100 and the Eufy SoloCam E42?

Resolution and power source are the main split. The Eufy SoloCam E42 shoots 4K video and runs wire-free on a solar-charged battery, while the Aqara Camera G100 is a wired 2K camera that instead offers more alert types and a privacy zone.

Does the Eufy SoloCam E42 really shoot 4K video?

Yes, unlike the Aqara Camera G100, which tops out at 2K. The Eufy SoloCam E42 is the higher-resolution camera in this comparison, alongside solar charging and customizable motion zones.

Which camera has more storage options?

The Eufy SoloCam E42 supports more of the available storage methods than the Aqara Camera G100. Both still let you record locally without a mandatory subscription.

Who should buy the Eufy SoloCam E42?

Buy the Eufy SoloCam E42 if you want the sharper 4K image, wire-free solar placement, customizable motion zones and the higher-rated camera of the pair.

Who should buy the Aqara Camera G100?

Buy the Aqara Camera G100 if a lower price, broader alert coverage and a dedicated privacy zone matter more to you than 4K resolution and wire-free solar power.

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