Eufy Security Video Doorbell E340.

The Gavler Review.

Eufy Security Video Doorbell E340 Review: Two Cameras, No Monthly Fee

The Eufy Security Video Doorbell E340 ranks number 5 on Gavler's Best Smart Doorbells list with an 8.6, and its whole case rests on solving one specific problem better than any other doorbell on this list: verifying whether a package actually made it to the porch. Trusted Reviews called it "brilliant, subscription-free recording," and the dual-camera design — one sensor at eye level for visitors, a second angled down at the ground — is built specifically for that job. The trade-off, according to Consumer Reports' own lab testing, is that daytime video is merely adequate rather than sharp.

What it is

The E340's defining feature is its two cameras. Most competing doorbells use a single high-mounted sensor with a wide vertical field of view, which tends to distort anything sitting on the ground directly below the door. The E340 instead pairs a front-facing camera aimed at visitor height with a dedicated second sensor angled specifically at the porch floor, producing cleaner, unwarped footage of the exact spot where packages land. Independent package-detection testing scored this setup's success rate around 73 percent — best in class among doorbells Gavler has evaluated.

Storage is local by default: video records to the Eufy HomeBase (16GB onboard, expandable via USB to 2TB) plus additional storage built into the doorbell itself, with an optional paid cloud add-on rather than a required monthly fee. Consumer Reports' spec sheet lists the doorbell's onboard storage at 8GB, enough by Eufy's own estimate for roughly 60 days of event recordings before older clips cycle out. The doorbell works natively with Alexa and Google Home; it does not support Apple HomeKit, which narrows the field for Apple-centric households.

In use

The subscription-free design is the feature owners talk about most. A Homes & Gardens reviewer put it directly: "I tested the Eufy E340 because I was sick of Ring's monthly fees — the video is crisp, audio is clear and it's so easy to install. I'm never going back." That sentiment matches the broader value case for the E340: you're not locked into an ongoing cost just to review your own footage.

Video quality is where the picture gets more nuanced. Consumer Reports' lab testing rated nighttime footage strong — "quite viewable, with a fair amount of brightness and clarity" — but was more critical of daytime performance, describing it as "soft, not as sharp or clear as much as the better models," which means "you won't be able to see some details and subtle patterns in the scene." That's a genuine trade-off worth weighing against the doorbell's package-detection strength: this is a camera tuned more for reliable event detection and low-light usability than for crisp daytime detail. Response time tested fast, with alerts reaching the app in about 4 seconds on average, and data security scored well in CR's testing — though data privacy scored only "mediocre," with CR noting Eufy gives users less control and transparency over their own data than some competitors.

Strengths

• Best-in-class package detection. The dedicated down-facing camera, tested independently at roughly 73 percent success, meaningfully outperforms single-camera doorbells at confirming a delivery actually arrived.
• No required subscription. Local storage on the HomeBase and onboard the doorbell means full functionality without a recurring monthly cost — a real differentiator against Ring and Nest.
• Strong nighttime video. Consumer Reports' testing specifically praised low-light footage as bright and clear, a category where many competitors struggle.
• Fast alert delivery. Motion events reach the app in about 4 seconds on average in lab testing, quick enough to catch most doorstep interactions in real time.

The trade-offs — who should skip it

• Daytime video is merely adequate. Consumer Reports found daytime footage noticeably softer than the category's sharpest performers — a real limitation if crisp daytime detail is your top priority.
• No Apple HomeKit support. The E340 works with Alexa and Google Home but not natively with Apple's ecosystem, which rules it out for HomeKit-committed households.
• Data privacy scored only mediocre. Consumer Reports flagged Eufy's data controls and transparency as behind competitors, worth weighing if privacy practices are a deciding factor for you.
• The narrower ecosystem shows elsewhere too. Third-party integrations and smart-home breadth trail Ring's more mature platform, even if the core hardware performs well.

How it compares

One rank above at number 4, the Aqara G4 Smart Video Doorbell is the pick for Apple households — it's one of the few battery doorbells with native HomeKit Secure Video support, plus Alexa and Google compatibility as a hedge. It doesn't match the E340's dedicated package-detection camera, but it covers the HomeKit gap the E340 leaves open. Two ranks below, the Google Nest Doorbell (Battery) offers Google's Familiar Faces recognition and a mature app ecosystem, at the cost of Nest Aware's required subscription for full video history — the opposite trade-off from the E340's local-storage, no-fee approach.

The Gavler verdict

An 8.6 that reflects a doorbell doing one job — verifying deliveries — better than nearly anything else on the market, without locking buyers into a monthly fee to see the footage. The Eufy Security Video Doorbell E340 is the right pick for households where package verification is the primary use case and recurring cloud fees are a dealbreaker. If sharp daytime video or native Apple HomeKit support matter more to you than package detection, look to the Aqara G4 or a Ring model instead.

Common Questions

Is the Eufy Security Video Doorbell E340 worth it in 2026?

Yes, especially for buyers who want to avoid a monthly camera subscription. It ranks fifth on Gavler's Best Smart Doorbells list with an 8.6, and Trusted Reviews called it 'brilliant, subscription-free recording' with a dual-camera design built specifically to distinguish a visitor at the door from a package resting below it.

Does the Eufy E340 require a monthly subscription?

No. Video stores locally on the Eufy HomeBase and onboard the doorbell itself, with cloud backup available as an optional paid add-on rather than a requirement. That's the core reason Homes & Gardens' reviewer said they switched to it after growing tired of Ring's recurring fees.

How good is the Eufy E340's video quality?

It's a mixed picture. Consumer Reports' lab testing found daytime footage 'soft, not as sharp or clear' as the category's best performers, while nighttime video was rated 'very good: quite viewable, with a fair amount of brightness and clarity.' In short, expect strong low-light performance and merely adequate daytime detail.