Good option if you don't want hardwired cameras
No monthly fees/subscriptions
4K
Wireless with in-built solar panels
Price Beat at Bunnings to: make it cheaper, be able to use gift cards, have access to Bunnings warranty/return policy.
Update: it's now $1359 (price beat $1223.1)
Mine are going on now 4 years. No probs
my Eufy 2c pro only last 3 years. Even though they are marked as IP67 waterproof, water still get into the lens this year and the video quality is unusable now.
Another one who’s had very few issues with Eufy cameras. There was a period where they’d randomly drop off my home wifi and would need a hard reset but that was a couple of years ago and they been rock solid since.
Just tried to check but can’t find my first transaction. Think I’d have bought 2019ish and not had any fail to this point. The doorbell was the worst item I bought. I like the solar versions that I added later and the door sensors have been bulletproof.
I got these to replace my Arlo setup when Arlo decided being greedy was more important then selling products.
The doorbell was the worst item I bought.
I can agree with this. person I researched for bought the battery doorbell more recently.
hardwired and everything so power should not be an issue, but it consistently dropped off or cannot show live view. distance from homebase is less than max distance but problem gets worse and worse over time until around 1 to 1.5 years later, water visible in lens and dead.
fully charged via usb and everything tried to repair to homebase but there is no response from the doorbell. it was bought from amazon who was quick to refund, but user loved everything else about the doorbell so they bought it again. 2nd one is still working, for now.
I have the opposite experience - running on battery, usually last 3-4months one onr charge, always shows on the app reliably
I have the Eufy doorbell smart door lock combo thing. Initially had lots of drop outs so had to create two wifi networks at home split between 2.4 and 5 rather than having the device negotiate the correct one. Once that was resolved, it's been great! Gets used 2-6 times a day and has been excellent compared to my old Ring doorbell/Samsung lock setup.
@eek: I know 2.4 has slower speed but greater range.
issue was not between wifi and homebase though. issue was between homebase and doorbell. homebase shows up just fine settings can be changed, but doorbell keeps dropping off. hopefully it was just faulty which is why it failed.
don’t have them myself but researched for someone and landed on Eufycam (1) the ones with big battery but no solar.
3+ years now no problems only need to take them down to charge once every 4 to 5 months. battery mode used and fine tuning motion area and sensitivity makes a big difference.
one of the new 4 pack bought on sale did have some reception problems. but reconnected and seems to be fine.
also they bought another refurbished B+ stock 4 pack. one of those cameras was a dud, kept dropping out when fully charged and even indoors I think battery issues. probably why it was returned/resold but they did get the set for half price of new on sale.
the dud camera stays indoors plugged into a 5v/2a USB charger and has zero issues when it’s always connected to power.
none of the cameras have water entering lens or port with silicone cover properly closed (which I told them is extremely important). I guess it pays to buy the top model (2c seems to have more issues).
I’m guessing the solar cameras are built even more weather tight and heat resistant I can see them lasting 7-10 years if the standard big Eufycam lasts 4 to 5 years. I’m also thinking these numbers are “minimum” estimate.
also worth mentioning all cams have Eufy official silicone cases on them. not sure if it makes a difference but they were half price during Prime day so I said they are worth it to protect the cameras. 3rd party cases were a few dollars cheaper but thought they might come apart in the sun. all Eufy cases are fine to this day, get a bit dusty but completely fine.
Mine still works fine, some would last longer than the others. All have turned invariably yellow in colour due to sun exposure. Maybe they should have made them black instead.
Mine almost 5 and not showing any issues at all. Hope it will last for another 5 at least.
I did this same Bunnings price beat a few days ago at Bunnings. I now have this kit and im very happy with it.
1117 was the lowest bunnings price beat so far.😁
Can price beat online after business hours as well?
No you can't!
would not recommend this product. The biggest issues ive had so far:
-Ball and socket joint mount: Camera keeps on dropping down after a couple of days and is not a secure design
-Solar panel layer has started to peel off
-AI technology is not accurate and shows different face detections
-Camera recording does not detect all motion even on max sensitivity
Have this camera (2-pack kit). One camera stopped showing live view just after 2 months and would not update to the latest firmware. It says it's already on the latest version, but clearly it's not. The other cam has a newer firmware. Contacted support and they're a joke. Goes to the usual script of, reboot, delete and re-add cam, make sure it's close to wifi… blah blah blah! Of course I've done that all already!
Just for balance. I’ve got several cameras and literally have had none of these issues (although I don’t try to use Ai face detection to identify people)
So YMMV.
-Ball and socket joint mount: Camera keeps on dropping down after a couple of days and is not a secure design
Agree with this, the mount is such a bad design indeed. Needs to be tighten so tight to stop it moving that it feels like the plastic will break.
Thankfully you can get replacement mounts, basically anything that will work with the Arlo will work with Eufy.
-Solar panel layer has started to peel off
Haven't had it yet, but hear it was an early device issue. Fingers crossed its fixed now.
Agree with the ball and socket joint. I tightened it so much that the thread got broken… Tried to adjust it on the ideal angle however the camera keeps on falling down.
I've brought an add on camera and seems like the new model has a different film in the solar panel. Hopefully that is fixed on the homebase and camera packs
I've brought an add on camera and seems like the new model has a different film in the solar panel. Hopefully that is fixed on the homebase and camera packs
That is good to hear! Any chance you have a picture of the newer solar panel? We got some about 3 months ago, so hoping they are the newer ones!
Anyone know if you can have a screen show the feeds for these at all times or with the click of a button?
Get hard wired cameras, constant streaming drains the battery fast.
You can tell Amazon Alexa to show the feed (for example) and you can live stream on your phone/tablet - but yeah if you're after a 24/7 display these aren't the cameras for you.
Anyone know if you can have a screen show the feeds for these at all times or with the click of a button?
They are battery powered and only record on motion. You can 'live stream' the camera, but this kills the battery for long periods.
Not sure why it's marked as expired - code still seems to work.
FYI the Eufy app is awful, I wish I'd stuck with Arlo products.
Reliable products, no major issues. Occasionally needed to hard reset and that is. Can watch live and recorded almost whole days activities
How do you usually go about the Bunnings price match? Just show them the website instore and just take it from there? HAs anyone met any resistance from bunnings?
Since Bunnings updated their price down to $1389 already they initially said they can't match the price anymore, but when I requested the discounted amount, they took a bit of time over the call but they honoured it.
Ahh its at $1389 now. Bunnings matching, so no discount. Serves me right for not getting onto this in the morning.
Can someone please share a copy of their receipt so I can show it to Bunnings and they can hopefully offer me the discounted price?
i've had my issues with this model and currently run 6 cameras around the home, what i will add is that eufy are amongst the best ever with warranty. Whilst my cameras were still under warranty eufy me 2 brand new sealed camera replacements within 3 working days when i sent them a video of the unit malfunctioning. I realize this might seem like a low bar its still worth saying.
Did you have any issues with distance from your router to the cameras? Was the connection good?
anyone tried hikvision or hilook before? how do they compare to Eufy?
They are so expensive! I have been using D-Link cameras for many years, all good and reliable.
Are these worth it? Recently had some neighbors move in a few blocks down. The very sort to decrease property value but increase youth crime.
It is $1179 at the moment after you apply the code 'EUFYSPECIAL'. After Bunnings price match it will be $1061. Harvey Norman is selling it at $1398 and a bonus $280 gift card. If you wanna buy something else from Harvey Norman in future it would be a OK deal as well.
Tried to get HN to price match but they won’t because of the gift card!
Yes I got it from HN the day before yesterday but I could not get a price match as they don't do matches while there is a bonus. So far I think buy it from Bunnings using a price match from device deal is the best way.
Oh wow will they price beat it with a coupon? did you do it in store or on the phone? Thanks!
Sadly HN deal comes with a $280 gift card so they refused to price match deals from other sellers. But I didn't find such restriction from Bunnings and I suggest you just give them a call first. I purchased it from HN so I don't know about Bunnings. Sorry about that.
Definitely had to work for it but got it from Bunnings for $1061.10! They had to get the manager to approve as there was a discount code applied and one person didn’t want to honor it but 15 min later walked out with this deal. Thanks so much for sharing!
@d3sined: Same. Also had to work for it. First they said no, then they said they can only match, not beat it, then they finally agreed. Each time I just politely asked them to explain to me the reason why. My go to line tends to be along the lines of "I'm not trying to be difficult but could you please explain to me why…" (If necessary, I show them their price match policy conditions, but I didn't have to this time).
Always be respectful and polite, that generally works for me.
Weird the 4 camera set comes out cheaper than the 3 camera set after coupon
Bunnings doesn’t let me match it for that price. Can someone help on how to?
See my comment above. Good luck.
Email [email protected]
Send them the following information (this is their instructions):
Attach a screen capture of your browser with the pop-up with the coupon code. Attach a copy of the listed item showing in stock. Add the item to your cart and apply the code. Take a screen capture and attach the image of the item in your cart with the final price.
Explain in your email that the code is widely advertised (as per your attachment) and when applied gives the final sale price (as per your other attachment). The item is in stock (as per your third attachment). Given the item is in stock and available on sale at a lower price ask them if they would kindly apply their price best policy and send you a quote.
Thanks for the tips. I emailed Bunnings and they price beat it. Much appreciated
No worries. The lady at bunnings still tried to deny it and showed me the pre-discount price on the device deals website. I had to patiently explain that you need to apply the code to see the sale price and that I’ve explained it to the people at head office and they’d provided me a quote which I had printed for her. So she had to shrug her shoulders and put it through for me. Got them mounted now. Good improvement compared to my old Arlo pro 2s
Managed to get one today for $1034.10 from Bunnings price matching Device Deals. Signed up for OnePass trial and paid using SB discounted gift cards taking it down to sub 1K. Thanks OP!
did you go in-store or price matched via email?
Both, I emailed them but decides to go in-store to try. They price beat it in store. The next day I got the email reply with the price beat quote which last for 30 days. If you can't get them to do it for you, I am happy to share my online price beat quote with you.
I ended up emailing and getting it price matched :-). Appreciate you offering your online quote!
How are you finding the cameras?
@puka: Not OP but mounted mine on the gutters. Finding it pretty good so far. We’ll see how the solar charging works so close to the gutters and in this overcast Melbourne weather.
@JaeTee Wondering if you still have the online price beat quote and could share with me? Thanks
Anyone had eufy products lasting 4r5 years?have my doubts these would last 7-10years . Double the price for some decent hard wired equipment but maybe worth it for long run