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Wyze Cam v3 (2K) — Security/dash cam · 2K
Wyze

Wyze Cam v3 (2K)

Security/dash cam · 2K

76
/ 100
From $36
VS
Elgato Facecam wins by 10
Elgato Facecam — 1080p60
Elgato

Elgato Facecam

1080p60

86
/ 100
From $199
Specdex verdict

Elgato Facecam takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Wyze Cam v3 (2K) lands at 76 and Elgato Facecam at 86. That puts Elgato Facecam ahead by 10 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Wyze Cam v3 (2K) if…

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

Pick Elgato Facecam 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

Compared on the features sub-score

Elgato Facecam leads on features (86 vs 76).

Image

Elgato Facecam

Compared on the image sub-score

Elgato Facecam leads on image (84 vs 72).

Value for money

Wyze Cam v3 (2K)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Wyze Cam v3 (2K) more score per dollar ($36 vs $199).

Wyze Cam v3 (2K) 76
vs
86 Elgato Facecam

Score breakdown

Wyze Cam v3 (2K)
76
image 72
features 76
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam
86
image 84
features 86
build 86
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Wyze Cam v3 (2K) versus Elgato Facecam — full spec comparison
Spec Wyze Cam v3 (2K) Elgato Facecam
Type
Security/dash cam
—
Resolution
2K
▲ 1080p60
Release year
2020
—

Wyze Cam v3 (2K)

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

Elgato Facecam

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: Wyze Cam v3 (2K) vs Elgato Facecam

Which is better, Wyze Cam v3 (2K) or Elgato Facecam? +

Elgato Facecam scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 10. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Wyze Cam v3 (2K) worth the price? +

At $36, Wyze Cam v3 (2K) delivers a Specdex score of 76 — strongest in build.

Is Elgato Facecam worth the price? +

At $199, Elgato Facecam delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in features.

Does Wyze Cam v3 (2K) or Elgato Facecam 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, Wyze Cam v3 (2K) or Elgato Facecam? +

Elgato Facecam — leads on features (86 vs 76). Compared on the features sub-score.

Which is better for image, Wyze Cam v3 (2K) or Elgato Facecam? +

Elgato Facecam — leads on image (84 vs 72). Compared on the image sub-score.