Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
eufy vs Hoover
Where eufy and Hoover differ
| Compare |  eufy |  Hoover |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | eufy Robot Vacuum Omni S2, eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35, eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E25, eufy Robot Vacuum Omni C28 | HG4, HG2 Hydro TurboSlim, HG2 Hydro ProTurboSlim |
| Entry price | $169.99 | £64.99 |
| Flagship price | $1,599.99 | £319.99 |
| Top suction (Pa) | 30,000Higher | 5,000 |
| Mop type | Roller | Pad |
| Obstacle avoidance | Camera AI | None |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 to 5 yearsHigher |
| Markets | US, CA, GB, DE, FR, IT, ES, NL, IE, GR, HU, HR, PL, AU, SG, NZ, AE, VN, TWCovers more | GB |
| Mop lift (mm) | 12 | Not confirmed |
| Runtime | Not confirmed | 160 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | Not confirmed | 800 |
| Height (cm) | Not confirmed | 8.3 |
| Matter support | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Works offline | Yes | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Self-empty dock (Yes), LiDAR navigation (Yes), Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- Hoover scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.0.
- Top suction (Pa) is higher at eufy: 30,000 vs 5,000.
- Warranty is higher at Hoover: 1 to 5 years vs 1 year.
- Support channels: only eufy offers Community.
- Founded is lower at Hoover: 1908 vs 2011.
- eufy is available in 18 more countries.
- Products: only eufy offers Camera, Video doorbell, Smart lock.
- Products: only Hoover offers Robot vacuum, Stick, Upright.
- Markets: only eufy offers US, CA, DE.
Our verdict on each
eufy
eufy suits homeowners who want cameras, doorbells, locks and alarms that keep working without a subscription, and who add professional monitoring only when they want it. The contract term is 0 months, and on-device local storage, AI detection and playback come with no monthly fee.
Hoover
Hoover suits UK buyers who want a full floor-care and cooking range in one place, backed by a Haier legal entity and long parts availability. Its entry vacuum price of £64.99 sits well inside the category, while the flagship reaches £319.99 with lidar and a self-empty dock.
Score breakdown
| Area | eufy | Hoover |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7Bundle price $199 sits above $13.95 at The Home Security Superstore, but cloud storage costs $3.99. | 9.5HigherEntry price £64.99 is competitive, and the flagship holds at £319.99. |
| Offer | 9.4HigherWide catalogue across camera, video doorbell and smart lock, on-device AI detection with no monthly fee, and robot vacuum suction of 30,000 Pa. | 9.2Spare parts shop plus 10 years of parts, with vacuum warranty of 1 to 5 years. |
| Trust | 9.0Founded 2011, sold by Fantasia Trading LLC, with end-to-end encryption and two factor both yes, plus 30 days returns. | 9.8HigherBacked by Haier Smart Home UK&I Ltd, founded 1908, support across email, chat and phone. |
Which one suits you
Pick eufy if top suction (pa) and markets matter most.
Pick Hoover if cost, trust, and warranty matter most.
How they place
| Ranking | eufy | Hoover |
|---|---|---|
| Robot vacuum and mop combos | 5 of 47 | 11 of 47 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | eufy | Hoover |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Camera, Video doorbell, Smart lock, Alarm | Robot vacuum, Stick, Upright, Wet dry, Handheld |
| Legal entity | Fantasia Trading LLC | Haier Smart Home UK&I Ltd |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United Kingdom |
| Founded | 2011 | 1908Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Chat, Help centre, CommunityCovers more | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centre |
Home appliances
| Fact | eufy | Hoover |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Not confirmed | £119 |
| Energy class | Not confirmed | A |
| Annual energy use (kWh) | Not confirmed | 40 |
| Capacity | Not confirmed | 9 kg |
| Dimensions | Not confirmed | 59.5x52.1x85 |
| Spare parts period | Not confirmed | 10 years |
| Installation offered | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Installation fee | Not confirmed | £20 to £99 |
| Mobile app | Not confirmed | Yes |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | eufy | Hoover | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top suction (Pa) | 30,000highest quarter | 5,000lowest quarter | 15,000 |
| Mop lift (mm) | 12at the median | Not confirmed | 12 |
| Runtime | Not confirmed | 160above the median | 120 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | Not confirmed | 800above the median | 700 |
| Height (cm) | Not confirmed | 8.3lowest quarter | 9.8 |
| Warranty | 1 yearbelow the median | 1 to 5 yearshighest quarter | 2 years |
Median across 66 listed brands.
Pros and cons
eufy
Pros
- Contract term: 0 months, so nothing forces a long commitment, and the on-device storage, detection and playback come at no monthly charge.
- One brand across camera, video doorbell and smart lock, with battery, solar and wired options for powering each unit.
- Cloud storage is optional at $3.99 a month, and local recordings are kept 90 to 365 days.
Cons
- Bundle price $199 compares poorly with $13.95 at The Home Security Superstore and $19.99 at Annke.
- Professional monitoring costs $4.99 to $9.99 a month, and the monitoring price position is 39 of 51.
- Price rank sits at 62 of 70, so eufy is not the cheap option in this group.
Hoover
Pros
- Entry price of £64.99 places Hoover near the front of the field on price at entry, and the flagship adds lidar and a self-empty dock.
- The range covers robot vacuum, stick and upright, so a single brand covers robot, stick, upright, wet-dry and handheld cleaning.
- Support runs on email, chat and phone, and a spare parts shop plus 10 years of parts cover keeps machines in service.
Cons
- Suction of 5,000 Pa sits below a category median of 15,000 Pa, so deep carpet pile is not the strong suit.
- Obstacle avoidance is listed as none, which leaves cables and clutter to be moved by hand.
- Suction ranks 40 of 46 brands, and the flagship rank is 29 of 66.
Who each suits
eufy
Who it suits
- Homeowners who want one brand across cameras, video doorbells, smart locks and alarms: camera, video doorbell and smart lock.
- Renters and flat owners who will not sign a contract, since the term is 0 months.
- People who want footage kept on their own hardware: local storage is yes, with retention of 90 to 365 days.
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers chasing the lowest entry price on cameras: The Home Security Superstore lists cameras at $13.95 against the eufy bundle at $199.
- Buyers who would rather start at Annke's $19.99 entry point than pay bundle pricing.
- Readers set on Aqara's camera entry point of £36.98 and its own support setup.
Hoover
Who it suits
- Households wanting robots, stick, upright, wet-dry and handheld models under one roof
- GB shoppers who prioritise entry price over peak suction
- Buyers who value a spare parts shop and 10 years of parts cover
Who should look elsewhere
- Homes with thick carpet where suction of 5,000 Pa is not enough
- Buyers who want object recognition, since obstacle avoidance is none
- Shoppers outside GB
Current offers
eufy
Current offer
Discount code
10% off and up to $50 off for newsletter signup: 10% off, up to $50
Email newsletter signup; coupon offered on the sign-up form
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Hoover
Current offer
Discount code
Get 10% Off Your First Order: 10%
Sign up for newsletter
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | eufy | Hoover |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Yes | No |
| Canada | Yes | No |
| Croatia | Yes | No |
| France | Yes | No |
| Germany | Yes | No |
| Greece | Yes | No |
| Hungary | Yes | No |
| Ireland | Yes | No |
8 of 19 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
eufy
Do I have to pay a monthly fee to use the cameras?+
No. The free feature set keeps storage, detection and face recognition on the device itself, adds tracking across cameras and self-learning, and gives instant alerts with playback at no monthly charge. Cloud storage is optional at $3.99 a month, and the contract term is 0 months.
Is there a minimum contract to sign up for?+
The contract term is 0 months, so there is nothing to serve and nothing to cancel early. That puts eufy at 1 of 60 brands on contract length, ahead of brands that lock customers into a minimum period.
Hoover
What does the cheapest Hoover vacuum cost?+
Hoover's vacuum entry price is £64.99, which is well under the site's typical mid-range price of €61.38. At that level the models are compact machines rather than full self-emptying robots. A phone-based tidy-up on hard floors is the realistic target here.
What does the flagship Hoover robot cost?+
The flagship is listed at £319.99 and it is the model that adds a self-empty dock and lidar. Hoover's flagship rank is 29 of 66 brands, so the top of the range is mid-table. Buyers on a tight budget can start much lower with £64.99.
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