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Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K) — Security/dash cam · 2K
Eufy

Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K)

Security/dash cam · 2K

82
/ 100
From $150
VS
Elgato Facecam MK.2 wins by 5
Elgato Facecam MK.2 — 1080p60
Elgato

Elgato Facecam MK.2

1080p60

87
/ 100
From $149
Specdex verdict

Elgato Facecam MK.2 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K) lands at 82 and Elgato Facecam MK.2 at 87. That puts Elgato Facecam MK.2 ahead by 5 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K) if…

  • ✓Weatherproof (most)
  • ✓Night vision
  • ✓Cloud + local storage options

Pick Elgato Facecam MK.2 if…

  • ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
  • ✓Auto framing (some)
  • ✓Software tuning
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Build

Tie

Compared on the build sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Compared on the features sub-score

Elgato Facecam MK.2 leads on features (87 vs 82).

Image

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Compared on the image sub-score

Elgato Facecam MK.2 leads on image (85 vs 78).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K) 82
vs
87 Elgato Facecam MK.2

Score breakdown

Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K)
82
image 78
features 82
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam MK.2
87
image 85
features 87
build 86
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K) versus Elgato Facecam MK.2 — full spec comparison
Spec Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K) Elgato Facecam MK.2
Type
Security/dash cam
—
Resolution
2K
▲ 1080p60
Release year
2022
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Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K)

Pros
  • +Weatherproof (most)
  • +Night vision
  • +Cloud + local storage options
Cons
  • −Cloud storage subscription
  • −Wi-Fi dependency
  • −Privacy considerations

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Pros
  • +USB-C connectivity (modern)
  • +Auto framing (some)
  • +Software tuning
Cons
  • −Fixed focal length on most
  • −Low-light varies wildly
  • −Mounting can be fiddly

FAQ: Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K) vs Elgato Facecam MK.2

Which is better, Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K) or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 5. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K) worth the price? +

At $150, Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K) delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in build.

Is Elgato Facecam MK.2 worth the price? +

At $149, Elgato Facecam MK.2 delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in features.

Does Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K) or Elgato Facecam MK.2 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for features, Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K) or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 — leads on features (87 vs 82). Compared on the features sub-score.

Which is better for image, Eufy SoloCam S40 (2K) or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 — leads on image (85 vs 78). Compared on the image sub-score.