Our Take
The Eufy SoloCam E40 is a wireless outdoor camera that sits nicely in the mid-range of Eufy's lineup – not their most basic offering, but not their premium flagship either. It's genuinely designed for people who want solid perimeter security without the hassle of running cables or paying for cloud subscriptions. If you've got a garden, driveway, or side passage that needs watching but you're not ready to commit to a full system, this is the kind of camera that just gets the job done without faffing about.
In real-world use, the E40 delivers 2K (2560×1440) video, which is genuinely sharp enough to identify faces and read number plates from distance – that matters when you're reviewing footage after an incident. The battery lasts roughly 120 days on a single charge with moderate activity, though obviously heavy motion detection and constant recording will drain it faster. Build-wise, it's aluminium alloy with an IP65 rating, so it laughs at UK rain and the occasional accidental hose spray. You're looking at a 120° field of view, which covers most driveways without being so wide that you lose detail. Night vision uses passive infrared, and the image processing is actually quite impressive – not thermal camera expensive, but genuinely usable in complete darkness.
Against competitors like the Ring Stick Up Cam or Logitech Circle View, the E40 holds its own on video quality and battery life, though Ring has better Alexa integration if that matters to you. Before ordering from a UK retailer, double-check that your Wi-Fi is strong in the installation area – wireless outdoor cams do struggle with distance and walls, and Eufy's mesh isn't always bulletproof. The box includes the camera, mounting hardware, and a USB charging cable, but you'll need your own USB power adapter if you plan to hardwire it eventually.
Key Features
2K (2560×1440) resolution at 24fps with H.265 codec for efficient storage and bandwidth
Weatherproof aluminium alloy body with IP65 rating – dust and heavy spray resistant
Battery capacity supports approximately 120-day runtime between charges (motion-dependent)
120° diagonal field of view with dual-lens technology for enhanced night clarity
Passive infrared night vision with no IR light spillover – works silently in darkness
2.4GHz Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n connectivity with local storage via HomeBase 2 (sold separately)
Our Verdict
Buy this if you want genuinely reliable wireless outdoor security without subscriptions and you've got decent Wi-Fi coverage. Skip it if you need cloud backup as standard or you're in a Wi-Fi dead zone.