EufyCam 2C Review: Camera Mounted and Active

The EufyCam 2C allows you to monitor what's happening outside in high quality, but unless you have Eufy's HomeBase 2, it won't work with HomeKit or standalone. Outdoor cameras are ideal to install if you want to know what is happening outside your building. They can alert you when someone has left a package at your door or is pulling into your driveway. Here at Homekit.Blog, we're no strangers to Eufy cameras, and when we tested them, we were pleased with their performance and retail price. They were easy to set up, flexible in placement, and offered compatibility with HomeKit Secure Video. However, these were indoor cameras that could not be placed outside, otherwise they would break. The EufyCam 2C is an excellent choice if you're looking for an outdoor camera that is HomeKit Secure Video compatible and easy to install. However, you must install the required hub for the camera to work.

EufyCam 2C — A Rugged Design

The EufyCam 2C uses the same colors as the company's indoor cameras, but the size is a bit more important because of the extra features. Measuring 3.2 x 1.89 x 2.24 inches and weighing 0.48 ounces, the 2C is compact and can be mounted virtually anywhere. With the included mounting base you can easily place the camera wherever you want. On the front there is a 1080p HD camera with a 135-degree view. Beneath it is a spotlight that illuminates the space in front of it when it is dark.

EufyCam 2C Review: Camera Mounted and Spotlight Displayed

Infrared settings are also available to help enable night vision when motion is detected. This also supports color mode, allowing you to see people and objects vividly. Below the camera there is a micro USB port for charging. It is protected by a silicone cover that closes the port securely when not in use. The 2C has an IP67 rating, making it resistant to dust and water. This ensures that your camera remains protected during a rainy day or strong wind. During our experience with the 2C, it endured harsh weather conditions, including rain, snow, and high winds, yet the camera remained connected and stable.

EufyCam 2C — Choose Your Charging Route

The EufyCam 2C has a built-in 6,700 mAh battery that lasts 180 days on a single charge. The battery can be fully charged within five hours. Charging the camera is simple; you simply plug the supplied cable into the micro USB port, but if the camera is mounted you may need to unplug it from the base to connect it. This scenario may prompt people to connect a separate solar panel to charge the camera instead. With the 2C you don't need a specific solar panel to stay continuously charged; you can use any panel you want and just connect it to the camera. This charging route eliminates disassembling and reassembling the camera when the battery is low. Charging via solar energy is slower than charging the camera via a wall socket. However, the camera will continue to charge if the solar panel is exposed to sunlight. When the panel is not exposed to sunlight, the camera will stop charging until it receives light again.

EufyCam 2C Review: Battery Fully Charged Notification

Once the battery reaches full capacity, you will receive a notification from the native Eufy app. While this is good to know, it becomes annoying if you constantly get the notification and can't turn it off.

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