| Feature | Eufy SoloCam S220 | Reolink Duo 3 PoE | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $59.99 | $188.99 | Eufy SoloCam S220 |
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.3 | Reolink Duo 3 PoE |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | Reolink Duo 3 PoE |
| PoE | NO | YES | Reolink Duo 3 PoE |
| Solar Charging | YES | NO | Eufy SoloCam S220 |
| Storage | Internal, Cloud | MicroSD Card Slot | Eufy SoloCam S220 |
| 4K Video | NO | YES | Reolink Duo 3 PoE |
| Color Night Vision | NO | YES | Reolink Duo 3 PoE |
| Light | NO | YES | Reolink Duo 3 PoE |
| Privacy Zone | NO | YES | Reolink Duo 3 PoE |
| Siren | YES (75db) | YES | Tie |
| Weather Resistance | IP67 | IP67 | Tie |
- + Price: $59.99
- + Solar Charging: YES
- + Storage: Internal, Cloud
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.3
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
- + Rating: 4.3
- + Warranty: 2 years
- + PoE: YES
- - Price: $188.99 vs $59.99
- - Solar Charging: NO vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Eufy SoloCam S220 or Reolink Duo 3 PoE?
The Reolink Duo 3 PoE is the better overall camera, with a higher rating, a longer warranty and a dual-lens 4K panoramic view. The Eufy SoloCam S220 is the cheaper, wire-free alternative for anyone without Ethernet access, thanks to its solar-charged battery.
What is the biggest difference between the Eufy SoloCam S220 and the Reolink Duo 3 PoE?
Power and video resolution divide these two. The Reolink Duo 3 PoE is Power-over-Ethernet only, feeding a stitched 180-degree 4K image, while the Eufy SoloCam S220 runs on a solar-assisted battery and caps out at 2K from a single fixed lens.
Which one needs a cable run and which is fully wireless?
The Reolink Duo 3 PoE needs a PoE Ethernet cable for both power and data, so it depends on running a wire to the mounting spot. The Eufy SoloCam S220 has no such requirement, relying on its rechargeable battery and built-in solar panel instead.
Do either of these cameras require a subscription to record?
No. The Eufy SoloCam S220 stores footage on its own internal storage, and the Reolink Duo 3 PoE records to microSD or an NVR, so both work without a paid cloud plan for basic recording.
Who should buy the Eufy SoloCam S220?
Buy the Eufy SoloCam S220 if you want a lower-cost, solar-powered camera you can mount anywhere without running a cable. It is the simpler choice for a single fixed-view spot.
Who should buy the Reolink Duo 3 PoE?
Buy the Reolink Duo 3 PoE if you can run Ethernet and want a higher-rated, longer-warrantied camera with sharp 4K dual-lens coverage, color night vision and privacy zones. It is the pick for wide-area monitoring where image detail matters most.
