Updated February 2026
Data from Amazon and official Aqara and Eufy sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, Eufy SoloCam S230 is the better overall pick. What pushes it ahead is price, weather resistance, and solar charging, and 2k video and customizable motion zones keeps the advantage from looking narrow. There is still a case for Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE, but mainly if rating, poe, and alerts is what you value most. That is enough to make Eufy SoloCam S230 the better pick for most buyers.
| Feature | Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE | Eufy SoloCam S230 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $189.99 | $129.99 | Eufy SoloCam S230 |
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.4 | Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE |
| Weather Resistance | IP65 | IP67 | Eufy SoloCam S230 |
| PoE | YES | NO | Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE |
| Solar Charging | NO | YES | Eufy SoloCam S230 |
| 2K Video | NO | YES | Eufy SoloCam S230 |
| Alerts | Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages, Baby Crying Sound, Smoke Alarm Sound | Motion, People, Animals, Familiar Faces | Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE |
| Hub | Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge | None | Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE |
| Customizable Motion Zones | NO | YES | Eufy SoloCam S230 |
| Privacy Zone | YES | NO | Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Connectivity | Ethernet | 2.4 GHz Wifi | Tie |
$189.99
- + Rating: 4.5
- + PoE: YES
- + Alerts: Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages, Baby Crying Sound, Smoke Alarm Sound
- - Price: $189.99 vs $129.99
- - Weather Resistance: IP65 vs IP67
Winner
$129.99
- + Price: $129.99
- + Weather Resistance: IP67
- + Solar Charging: YES
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.5
- - PoE: NO vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE or Eufy SoloCam S230?
- Eufy SoloCam S230 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, weather resistance, and solar charging.
- What is the biggest difference between Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE and Eufy SoloCam S230?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE lists $189.99, while Eufy SoloCam S230 lists $129.99.
- Which one looks better on price?
- Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE is listed at $189.99, while Eufy SoloCam S230 is listed at $129.99. Eufy SoloCam S230 (better spec).
- Who should buy Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE?
- Choose Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE if your priority is rating and poe and that matters more than price.
- Who should buy Eufy SoloCam S230?
- Choose Eufy SoloCam S230 if your priority is price and weather resistance and that matters more than rating.
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