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Eufy Security vs Meross

Eufy Security logo

Eufy Security

Smart Home

Privacy-focused smart home security

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Meross logo

Meross

Smart Home

Affordable smart home devices with HomeKit support

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Eufy Security has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Eufy Security no published subscription pricing information; Meross limited geographic availability with regional variants for US, EU, UK, AU, JP
  • They diverge on capability: Eufy Security covers Local storage, Meross covers No hub required.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Eufy Security and Meross actually diverge.

Attributes where Eufy Security and Meross differ
AttributeEufy SecurityMeross
Starting priceFreeOn request
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsIOS, Android, WebIOS, Android

Identical on both: pricing model (one-time), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Smart Home), founded (2016).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Eufy Security

  • Local storage
  • AI detection
  • 2K/4K video
  • Night vision
  • Two-way audio
  • No monthly fees
  • Web support

Only in Meross

  • No hub required
  • Energy monitoring
  • Schedules
  • Voice control
  • Scene automation
  • SmartThings

Both cover

  • Amazon Alexa
  • Google Assistant
  • Apple HomeKit
  • Home Assistant
  • IOS support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Eufy Security

  • Home securitynot Meross
  • Package detectionnot Meross
  • Baby monitoringnot Meross
  • Pet watchingnot Meross

Meross

  • Smart plugsnot Eufy Security
  • Lighting controlnot Eufy Security
  • Garage automationnot Eufy Security
  • Energy monitoringnot Eufy Security

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Eufy Security

  • No published subscription pricing information

Meross

  • Limited geographic availability with regional variants for US, EU, UK, AU, JP
  • Hub dependency for certain sensors like door/window and water leak models
  • Energy monitoring limited to specific plug/switch models only
  • No Thread support on older hub models MSH300HK and MSH400
  • Regional product incompatibility between US and EU thermostat models
  • Firmware stability issues acknowledged as previously affecting connection

Pricing, plan by plan

Eufy Security

Free
  • Solo Camera$50/month
    • Local storage
    • AI detection
    • No monthly fee
  • Video Doorbell$160/month
    • 2K video
    • Local storage
    • Human detection
  • HomeBase System$200/month
    • 16GB storage
    • Alarm
    • Multiple cameras

Meross

On request
  • Smart Garage Door Opener Remote$14.99/one-time
    • Remote accessory
  • Smart Plug and Switch$18.99/one-time
    • Wi-Fi plug, surge protector, or in-wall switch
  • Smart Hub$28.99/one-time
    • Meross connectivity hub
  • Smart Thermostat$65.99/one-time
    • Sale price, regular $89.99

Which should you pick?

Choose Eufy Security if

  • You need local storage.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on IOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want ai detection.
Eufy Security review

Choose Meross if

  • You need no hub required.
  • You work on IOS, Android.
  • You also want energy monitoring.
Meross review

Questions people ask

Is Eufy Security or Meross better?
Neither clearly leads. Eufy Security starts at Free and Meross at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Eufy Security or Meross?
Eufy Security has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Eufy Security and On request for Meross.
Does Eufy Security or Meross run on more platforms?
Eufy Security runs on IOS, Android, Web. Meross runs on IOS, Android.
Can I use Eufy Security for free?
Yes. Eufy Security has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Meross starts at On request.
What is Eufy Security best used for?
Eufy Security is most often used for home security, package detection, baby monitoring, pet watching. Of those, home security and package detection are not what Meross is typically brought in for.
What can Eufy Security do that Meross cannot?
Eufy Security covers Local storage, AI detection, 2K/4K video, Night vision. Meross covers No hub required, Energy monitoring, Schedules, Voice control. Both handle Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Eufy Security: How much does Eufy security cost?

Eufy does not publish subscription pricing for security services on its website. Individual security cameras and systems are sold at one-time prices ranging from $99.99 to $2,199.99, but recurring service costs are not listed.

Source
Meross: Does Meross have geographic availability limitations?

Yes. The Meross website shows regional product variants for US, EU, UK, AU, and JP markets, indicating not all products are universally available worldwide. Regional thermostat models differ between markets, suggesting firmware or voltage differences prevent cross-region use.

Source
Meross: Do all Meross devices support energy monitoring?

No. Only certain plug and switch models including MSS305, MSS715, and MSS815 include energy monitoring. Basic plugs like MSS110 lack this feature.

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Meross: Do Meross sensors require a hub to operate?

Some sensors do require a hub for full functionality. Door/window sensors (MS200H) and water leak sensors (MS405H) appear to require an MSH-series hub for proper operation, limiting standalone capability.

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