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Aqara Camera Hub G3 vs Reolink RP-PCT8MD

Full Smart Cameras comparison in 2026

Updated November 2026
Data from the official Aqara and Reolink sites.
2026 verdict
Reolink RP-PCT8MD edges out the Aqara Camera Hub G3 for the overall win in this camera comparison, built around a longer warranty, real weather resistance, a stable PoE connection, 4K video, color night vision, RTSP support, and two-way talk, plus a privacy zone. That is despite the Aqara Camera Hub G3 winning more individual categories: it is more affordable, better rated, offers broader connectivity and storage options, adds a built-in siren, functions as a Zigbee hub, and includes gesture recognition the RP-PCT8MD skips. The difference comes down to fundamentals: outdoor weatherproofing, 4K color video, and a wired PoE connection outweigh the Aqara Camera Hub G3's breadth of extra features. Buyers who need a rugged, wired 4K camera built for the elements should pick the Reolink RP-PCT8MD. Buyers who want more for their money, a security siren, and a camera that anchors a Zigbee smart home should choose the Aqara Camera Hub G3 instead.
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FeatureAqara Camera Hub G3Reolink RP-PCT8MDWinner
Price$98.99$239.99Aqara Camera Hub G3
Rating4.24.3Reolink RP-PCT8MD
Warranty1 year2 yearsReolink RP-PCT8MD
Weather ResistanceNOYESReolink RP-PCT8MD
PoENOYESReolink RP-PCT8MD
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFiEthernetAqara Camera Hub G3
StorageMicroSD Card Slot, CloudMicroSD Card SlotAqara Camera Hub G3
4K VideoNOYESReolink RP-PCT8MD
Color Night VisionNOYESReolink RP-PCT8MD
Multiple LensesNODual (180° panoramic)Reolink RP-PCT8MD
RTSPNOYESReolink RP-PCT8MD
HubZigbee Coordinator, Matter BridgeNoneAqara Camera Hub G3
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  • + Price: $98.99
  • + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
  • + Storage: MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud
  • - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.3
  • - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
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  • + Rating: 4.3
  • + Warranty: 2 years
  • + Weather Resistance: YES
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  • - Connectivity: Ethernet vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Aqara Camera Hub G3 or Reolink RP-PCT8MD?

The Reolink RP-PCT8MD takes the overall win thanks to its warranty, weather resistance, PoE connection, 4K video, color night vision, RTSP support, two-way talk, and privacy zone. The Aqara Camera Hub G3 actually wins more categories overall, including price, rating, connectivity, storage, its built-in siren, hub role, and gesture recognition, but the RP-PCT8MD's outdoor and video fundamentals carry the overall verdict.

What is the biggest difference between Aqara Camera Hub G3 and Reolink RP-PCT8MD?

The Aqara Camera Hub G3 is a feature-dense indoor camera that also acts as a Zigbee hub with a built-in siren, while the Reolink RP-PCT8MD is a weatherproof, PoE-wired outdoor camera built for 4K color video. That split explains why the Aqara wins on breadth of features while the Reolink wins on outdoor camera fundamentals.

Does the Aqara Camera Hub G3 win more feature categories than the Reolink RP-PCT8MD?

Yes, the Aqara Camera Hub G3 wins on price, rating, connectivity, storage, its built-in siren, its Zigbee hub role, and gesture recognition. Even so, the Reolink RP-PCT8MD takes the overall win because weatherproofing, PoE reliability, and 4K color video weigh more heavily for a camera meant to work outdoors.

Is the Reolink RP-PCT8MD weatherproof and PoE-powered?

Yes, both weather resistance and a Power over Ethernet connection are wins for the Reolink RP-PCT8MD over the Aqara Camera Hub G3, which is an indoor camera without PoE support. That combination makes the RP-PCT8MD the sturdier choice for an outdoor install.

Who should buy the Aqara Camera Hub G3?

Buyers who want more features for their money, a built-in siren, and a camera that doubles as a Zigbee smart-home hub should choose the Aqara Camera Hub G3. It is not weatherproof, so it belongs indoors.

Who should buy the Reolink RP-PCT8MD?

Buyers who need a rugged, wired 4K camera with color night vision and two-way talk built for outdoor exposure should choose the Reolink RP-PCT8MD. It is the recommended overall pick for a weatherproof, PoE-powered outdoor install.

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