In-depth review
Eufy Video Doorbell E340 Review (2027)
In-depth review of the Eufy Video Doorbell E340: dual cameras, local HomeBase storage, and zero subscription fees.
Eufy Video Doorbell E340
Dual cameras and local storage with zero monthly fees.
Our verdict
The E340 is the best doorbell for buyers who refuse subscriptions. The dual-camera design solves package detection with hardware instead of software: a 1080p camera aimed at the step watches boxes while the 2K front camera watches people. Local HomeBase storage means every feature works with no monthly fee. It is bulkier than rivals and the app ecosystem is thinner, but the value equation is unmatched.
What we like
- Dual cameras: 2K front camera plus a 1080p downward package camera
- Local storage on HomeBase means no monthly fees for video history
- Dual motion detection reduces false alerts from passing cars
- Battery or wired install with the same unit
What to watch out for
- Best features require the Eufy HomeBase, sold in bundles
- Smart home integrations are thinner than Ring or Google
- Package camera adds bulk to the unit
What owners report: Eufy Video Doorbell E340
Synthesized from recurring themes in long-term owner feedback.
Most praised
- A dedicated downward package camera watches deliveries a single lens would crop out
- Local storage on the HomeBase keeps video history free of monthly fees
- Dual motion sensing cuts false alerts from cars passing the porch
Common complaints
- The best features depend on owning the Eufy HomeBase, usually a bundle purchase
- Alexa and Google Home routine integration is thinner than Ring or Google offers
- The extra package camera makes the unit visibly bulkier on the frame
Who it is for
Subscription opponents, heavy online shoppers worried about porch piracy, and Eufy camera owners who want local storage.
Dual cameras, one job each
The E340 front camera shoots 2K with a 120-degree field of view and color night vision, competitive with anything here. The differentiator is the second 1080p camera angled down at the doorstep. Package detection stops being an AI guessing game: the camera physically watches where boxes land. Dual motion detection, combining PIR and radar, filters the false alerts that make single-sensor doorbells unusable on busy streets.
Local storage economics
All footage records to the Eufy HomeBase in your home, and every feature, smart alerts, activity zones, package detection, works with no subscription. Compare that against Ring or Arlo, where the hardware is only the entry ticket and the subscription is the real price. Over three years the E340 total cost of ownership is typically far below subscription rivals, even accounting for the HomeBase bundle.
Trade-offs
The dual-camera body is noticeably chunkier than a Nest or Ring, which matters on narrow door frames. Smart home integration is the weak spot: Alexa and Google support covers announcements and live view, but deep routines lag the bigger ecosystems. And the best experience requires the HomeBase, so buy the bundle rather than the doorbell alone.
Key specifications
- Video resolution
- 2K front, 1080p package camera
- Field of view
- 120° front camera
- Power
- Battery or wired
- Storage
- Local via HomeBase, no subscription
- Night vision
- Color night vision
Also consider
Google Nest Doorbell (Battery)
Smart alerts and free event history, no subscription needed.
Why consider it: Smarter software alerts and a slimmer body if you prefer cloud clips and Google Home.
- Video resolution: 960x1280 HD (3:4)
- Field of view: 145° diagonal
Arlo Video Doorbell 2nd Gen
Wide 180-degree view with sharp 2K HDR video.
Why consider it: Sharper 2K HDR video and a wider 180-degree view for Arlo ecosystem owners.
- Video resolution: 2K HDR
- Field of view: 180° diagonal
Research-based assessment. TrueGear has not hands-on tested this product; this evaluation synthesizes manufacturer specifications, retailer documentation, and published expert reviews.
Questions, answered
Do I need the HomeBase?
For the full experience, yes. Local storage, the no-subscription model, and extended battery efficiency all run through the HomeBase. Buy it as a bundle; the standalone doorbell loses its main advantages.
How much video does local storage hold?
HomeBase storage holds weeks to months of event clips depending on activity, far more than any free cloud tier. You can review and download clips in the app at any time.
Does it work with Alexa or Google Home?
Yes for doorbell announcements and live view on smart displays. Advanced routines and automations are more limited than with Ring or Nest.