| Feature | Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi | Eufy SoloCam S220 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.99 | $64.99 | Eufy SoloCam S220 |
| Weather Resistance | IP65 | IP67 | Eufy SoloCam S220 |
| Solar Charging | NO | YES | Eufy SoloCam S220 |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi |
| 2K Video | NO | YES | Eufy SoloCam S220 |
| Color Night Vision | YES | NO | Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi |
| Alerts | Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages, Baby Crying Sound, Smoke Alarm Sound | Motion, People, Animals, Familiar Faces | Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi |
| Hub | Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge | None | Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi |
| Light | YES | NO | Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi |
| Customizable Motion Zones | NO | YES | Eufy SoloCam S220 |
| Privacy Zone | YES | NO | Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi |
| Siren | YES | YES (75db) | Tie |
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet
- + Color Night Vision: YES
- + Alerts: Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages, Baby Crying Sound, Smoke Alarm Sound
- - Price: $199.99 vs $64.99
- - Weather Resistance: IP65 vs IP67
- + Price: $64.99
- + Weather Resistance: IP67
- + Solar Charging: YES
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet
- - Color Night Vision: NO vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall, the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi or the Eufy SoloCam S220?
The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi is the stronger camera overall, with a higher rating, color night vision, dual-band Wi-Fi, privacy zones, a spotlight and a built-in hub. The Eufy SoloCam S220 wins on wire-free solar power, a lower price and 2K video.
What is the biggest difference between them?
Power. The Eufy SoloCam S220 is fully wire-free with a rechargeable battery and integrated solar panel, while the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi is wired but returns more capability, including color night vision, more alerts and a Zigbee/Thread/Matter hub.
How does night vision compare?
The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi offers true-color night vision, whereas the Eufy SoloCam S220 uses infrared black-and-white night vision. The Eufy does capture 2K by day, but for nighttime color detail the Aqara is ahead.
Do both record without a subscription?
Yes. The Eufy SoloCam S220 stores footage on free onboard storage and supports RTSP, while the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi records to microSD or a NAS over RTSP. Neither forces a cloud plan for local recording.
Who should buy the Eufy SoloCam S220?
Buy the Eufy SoloCam S220 if you want a truly wire-free outdoor camera that recharges itself with solar in a sunny spot, records 2K locally with no fee, and you can accept a fixed view and IR-only night vision.
Who should buy the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi?
Buy the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi if you want color night vision, HomeKit Secure Video, more AI alerts, a spotlight, privacy zones and a built-in Zigbee/Thread/Matter hub, with reliable dual-band Wi-Fi at the mounting spot.
