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Eufy Security vs Tuya Smart

Eufy Security logo

Eufy Security

Smart Home

Privacy-focused smart home security

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Tuya Smart logo

Tuya Smart

Smart Home

Global IoT platform powering thousands of smart devices

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Eufy Security no published subscription pricing information; Tuya Smart no pricing information available on website; users directed to contact sales directly
  • They diverge on capability: Eufy Security covers Local storage, Tuya Smart covers Cloud Platform.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Eufy Security and Tuya Smart actually diverge.

Attributes where Eufy Security and Tuya Smart differ
AttributeEufy SecurityTuya Smart
Pricing modelone-timesubscription
PlatformsIOS, Android, WebIOS, Android, Web, Hardware modules
Founded20162014

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Smart Home).

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
  • Amazon Alexa
  • Google Assistant

Only in Tuya Smart

  • Cloud Platform
  • Device SDK
  • White-Label App
  • AI Features
  • Alexa
  • Google Home
  • SmartThings
  • Custom integrations

Both cover

  • IOS support
  • Android support
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Eufy Security

  • Home securitynot Tuya Smart
  • Package detectionnot Tuya Smart
  • Baby monitoringnot Tuya Smart
  • Pet watchingnot Tuya Smart

Tuya Smart

  • Smart product developmentnot Eufy Security
  • White-label solutionsnot Eufy Security
  • OEM IoTnot Eufy Security
  • Connected appliancesnot 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

Tuya Smart

  • No pricing information available on website; users directed to contact sales directly
  • IoT platform pricing model not disclosed publicly

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

Tuya Smart

Free
  • Free TierFree
    • Basic cloud
    • Device management
    • Standard features
  • EnterpriseFree
    • Advanced analytics
    • White-label
    • Priority support

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 Tuya Smart if

  • You need cloud platform.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on IOS, Android, Web, Hardware modules.
  • You also want device sdk.
Tuya Smart review

Questions people ask

Is Eufy Security or Tuya Smart better?
Neither clearly leads. Eufy Security starts at Free and Tuya Smart at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Eufy Security or Tuya Smart?
Eufy Security starts at Free and Tuya Smart at Free.
Does Eufy Security or Tuya Smart run on more platforms?
Eufy Security runs on IOS, Android, Web. Tuya Smart runs on IOS, Android, Web, Hardware modules.
Can I use Eufy Security for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
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 Tuya Smart is typically brought in for.
What can Eufy Security do that Tuya Smart cannot?
Eufy Security covers Local storage, AI detection, 2K/4K video, Night vision. Tuya Smart covers Cloud Platform, Device SDK, White-Label App, AI Features. Both handle IOS support, Android support, Web support.

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.

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Tuya Smart: How do I get pricing for Tuya IoT platform?

Tuya pricing is not published on their website. Contact Tuya directly via phone (844-672-5646), email ([email protected]), or through their contact form to request a pricing quote and demo.

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