Aqara E1 HomeKit Camera vs G2H Pro vs G3

The Aqara E1 is a new budget pan and tilt camera by Aqara, but how does it compare to their G2H Pro and G3 camera? Let’s compare design, video/audio quality, HomeKit experience, and more!

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0:00 - Intro
0:52 - Physical Design + Mounting Options
3:49 - Setup Process
5:08 - Video/Audio Quality (Aqara app)
8:23 - Ekster sponsor
10:06 - HomeKit Experience (+ Video/Audio Quality)
14:44 - Special Features
18:44 - Local/Cloud Storage
19:52 - Recap
20:26 - Should You Buy the Aqara E1 camera?

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[AdamsTechLife]

What are your thoughts on the E1 Camera?

[AhmadNazirAfiq]

Always impressed with how you do reviews. Detailed and in-depth. Decided with an E1 camera because I already have M1S, M2 and E1 hub. It only has the essential features without breaking the bank.

[XiaoPangZi]

Nice video. Just really don’t like when you mention there is a thing different with one cam but then just wait with mentioning it for later. I suggest mentioning it shortly and then later go into depth on it, or just not mention it at first until you want to go into depth on it.

[bjorn.holmgren]

Great Review!! And finally answered my question, what shall I buy. The G3 is simply the best. 😊

[thejayzed]

What a FANTASTIC in-depth review! Love the unbiased thoughts as well! ❤❤❤ thank you, brilliant work!

[michaelkiese]

Great in depth video! Just the perfect video I needed for my Prime Day Purchases! lol. Thank you!

[CC]

this is the most suitable video i need before the purchase

[henrytieu]

Hey Adams, I love all your videos about Apple Homekit! What is your thoughts on choosing between these smart cameras and regular Hikvision cameras for a comprehensive security system for my smart home? I'm planning to install a security system.

[normandyreal]

Thanks for a thorough review and comparison! 👍

[Girlfromthewoods]

This video is making my life so much easier lol. Question! I don't want to use the aqara app, I rather just have HomeKit. Can I setup all the scenes I want from Aqara, push them to HomeKit and then delete aqara app? Would the scenes continue to work? Thanks!

[MisterSliBanda]

Got one in hand, cheap indeed. But it doesn't come with 5V 2A USB charger, you will need to purchase one unless you have spare one around in your house. One thing though, unlike G3, it won't hide the camera in privacy mode, it will just turn around to somewhere that you set. In homekit, camera will be always on, so some part of your house will be visible to homekit at all time unless you physically power off the E1. The only thing I could do so far is adding a smart plug to it. So this is also an additional cost. But I suppose it's also a homekit problem.

[myHomeKithome]

The E1 is a fantastic camera and you can't beat that price, but the G3 is hard to beat with everything it can do. I've got several G2H around the house and they are still a good option too. Hard decision to make really!

[edwardyiptf]

is it still able (or function) to record in tracking (both human and pet) mode when using apple home kit with icloud security camera recording?

[Viralplace]

I don’t understand if e1 is not an hub if I want use aqara sensor should I buy The g2 or g3 right?

[AncientHippie]

Thanks I have the E1 and G2H Pro but can't get either to record to the inserted SIM card when motion is detected, very frustrating.

[rivvvers]

I’m a little torn between getting the E1 or the G3.
If I went with E1 option and bought the separate aqara hub, would I get the security features in HomeKit?

[supradl-ij]

Hey Adam, thanks for your review! I’m having a newborn soon, just wondering if any of these can be used as a baby monitoring camera (ie.see how they are sleeping, crying, etc.)

[RizHail]

Can I use this as outdoor camera to detect humans. At doorbell area for package delivery alert? I have both Eufy e220 indoor pan tilt, it is installed in my garage. Just now bought Aqara E1, want to use it for Package Delivery alerts at front door.
Waiting for Aqara G5 camera to be launched in North America. I already have Aqara G3 for my backyard security.

[doannghia]

Can I place these Aqara cameras on the balcony? It will be the same place as a ceiling light, rain and sunlight will not affect the camera however I am concerned about dust.

[daytona]

So what is the WIFI receive range of these camera's? In other words, how far can you take them away from your router before they start performing badly? Something no one seems to test for some reason.