Wyze
Wyze Pan v3 (2K)
Security/dash cam · 2K
78
/ 100
From $50
VS
Elgato Facecam Pro wins by 11
Elgato
Elgato Facecam Pro
4K60
89
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict
Elgato Facecam Pro takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Wyze Pan v3 (2K) lands at 78 and Elgato Facecam Pro at 89. That puts Elgato Facecam Pro ahead by 11 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Wyze Pan v3 (2K) if…
- ✓Weatherproof (most)
- ✓Night vision
- ✓Cloud + local storage options
Pick Elgato Facecam Pro if…
- ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
- ✓Auto framing (some)
- ✓Software tuning
Wyze Pan v3 (2K) 78
vs 89 Elgato Facecam Pro
Score breakdown
Wyze Pan v3 (2K)
78 image 74
features 78
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam Pro
89 image 87
features 89
build 86
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Wyze Pan v3 (2K) | Elgato Facecam Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Security/dash cam | — |
| Resolution | 2K | ▲ 4K60 |
| Release year | 2022 | — |
Wyze Pan v3 (2K)
Pros
- +Weatherproof (most)
- +Night vision
- +Cloud + local storage options
Cons
- −Cloud storage subscription
- −Wi-Fi dependency
- −Privacy considerations
Elgato Facecam Pro
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 Pan v3 (2K) vs Elgato Facecam Pro
Which is better, Wyze Pan v3 (2K) or Elgato Facecam Pro? +
Elgato Facecam Pro scores 89 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 11. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Wyze Pan v3 (2K) worth the price? +
At $50, Wyze Pan v3 (2K) delivers a Specdex score of 78 — strongest in build.
Is Elgato Facecam Pro worth the price? +
At $299, Elgato Facecam Pro delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in features.
Does Wyze Pan v3 (2K) or Elgato Facecam Pro 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.