The verdict
The Eufy Video Doorbell E340 stands out for its dual-camera design and local-first storage — no subscription required, which saves $50-100/yr versus Ring or Nest. PCMag rates it 4/5. The caveat is Eufy's 2022 privacy incident where snapshots uploaded to the cloud despite marketing claims; the company has since revised its architecture but some buyers still keep their distance. Best for subscription-averse users in Alexa or Google Home ecosystems.
Strengths
- +Dual-camera setup (front 2K + downward-facing 1080p) is unique on this list — see the package at your feet without crouching to the porch
- +Local 8GB on-device storage + optional HomeBase 3 expansion to 16TB — no mandatory cloud subscription
- +Works with both wired transformer OR swappable battery (user's choice at install)
- +Color night vision with dual motion-activated spotlights
- +Works with Alexa and Google Home
Watch-outs
- −Eufy had a widely-reported 2022/2023 incident with cloud upload of snapshots despite 'local only' claims — brand trust is recovering
- −HomeKit Secure Video support is limited compared to cameras optimized for Apple
- −Sometimes inconsistent motion notifications, especially at longer detection ranges
Rating sources
Our 4.0 score is the average of these published ratings. More about methodology.
