Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
eufy vs TP-Link
Where eufy and TP-Link differ
| Compare |  eufy |  TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | eufy Robot Vacuum Omni S2, eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35, eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E25, eufy Robot Vacuum Omni C28 | Tapo RV20 Max, Tapo RV30 Max Plus, Tapo RV50 Pro Omni |
| Top suction (Pa) | 30,000Higher | 15,000 |
| Mop type | Roller | Spinning |
| Obstacle avoidance | Camera AI | Structured light |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 to 2 yearsHigher |
| Entry price | $169.99 | Not confirmed |
| Flagship price | $1,599.99 | Not confirmed |
| Mop lift (mm) | 12 | Not confirmed |
| Runtime | Not confirmed | 180 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | Not confirmed | 300 |
| Height (cm) | Not confirmed | 10 |
| Matter support | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Works offline | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Markets | US, CA, GB, DE, FR, IT, ES, NL, IE, GR, HU, HR, PL, AU, SG, NZ, AE, VN, TW | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Self-empty dock (Yes), LiDAR navigation (Yes), Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- TP-Link scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.0.
- Top suction (Pa) is higher at eufy: 30,000 vs 15,000.
- Warranty is higher at TP-Link: 1 to 2 years vs 1 year.
- Support channels: only eufy offers Chat.
- Products: only eufy offers Camera, Video doorbell, Smart lock.
- Products: only TP-Link offers Robot vacuum.
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.
TP-Link
TP-Link suits households that want Matter-certified devices, local control and a hub whose subscription is $0, and it sells robot vacuums rated at 15,000 Pa for the same rooms. Buyers who want blinds, thermostats or radiator valves should weigh Aqara or SONOFF, and sensors need a hub.
Score breakdown
| Area | eufy | TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7Bundle price $199 sits above $13.95 at The Home Security Superstore, but cloud storage costs $3.99. | 9.4HigherEntry prices sit against a €96.46 median, and the hub subscription is $0, so nothing recurs. |
| Offer | 9.4Wide catalogue across camera, video doorbell and smart lock, on-device AI detection with no monthly fee, and robot vacuum suction of 30,000 Pa. | 9.4Protocols are matter and wi fi and ecosystems covered are alexa, google and homekit, so devices and vacuums share a hub. |
| Trust | 9.0Founded 2011, sold by Fantasia Trading LLC, with end-to-end encryption and two factor both yes, plus 30 days returns. | 9.1HigherLocal control is yes, support runs on email, phone and help centre, and warranty cover runs 1 to 2 years. |
The numbers side by side
| Fact | eufy | TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| Top suction (Pa) | 30,000 | 15,000 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 to 2 years |
Pick eufy if, pick TP-Link if
Pick eufy if top suction (pa) matter most.
Pick TP-Link if cost and warranty matter most.
Availability and regulation
| Country | eufy | TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United States |
Sources behind this comparison
eufy
- eufy.com: 18 facts, checked September 30, 2026
TP-Link
- tp-link.com: 15 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | eufy | TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| Robot vacuum and mop combos | 5 of 47 | 14 of 47 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | eufy | TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Camera, Video doorbell, Smart lock, Alarm | Robot vacuum |
| Legal entity | Fantasia Trading LLC | TP-Link Systems Inc. |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United States |
| Founded | 2011 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Chat, Help centre, CommunityCovers more | Email, Phone, Help centre, Community |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | eufy | TP-Link | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry price | $169.99at the median | Not confirmed | $169.99 |
| Flagship price | $1,599.99highest quarter | Not confirmed | $777.50 |
| Top suction (Pa) | 30,000highest quarter | 15,000at the median | 15,000 |
| Mop lift (mm) | 12at the median | Not confirmed | 12 |
| Runtime | Not confirmed | 180above the median | 120 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | Not confirmed | 300lowest quarter | 700 |
Median across 55 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.
TP-Link
Pros
- Local control is listed as yes, so schedules and scenes can run on the local network instead of a cloud round trip.
- Protocols are matter and wi fi and ecosystems covered are alexa, google and homekit, so the devices and the robot vacuums sit in the same setup.
- The hub subscription is $0, so there is nothing to renew or pay for month to month.
Cons
- Hub required is listed as yes for the sensor range, so a hub is part of entry cost rather than something you can add later.
- Device types are lighting, plug and hub, which leaves out blinds, thermostats and radiator valves; Aqara lists hub, sensor and lighting and SONOFF lists thermostat, trv and lighting for those categories.
- Warranty cover runs 1 to 2 years, so the shorter terms on some products are worth reading before you mount sensors or buy a dock.
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.
TP-Link
Who it suits
- Renters and homeowners who want lights, plugs, sensors and robot vacuums run from a single hub.
- People who care about local control and paying nothing monthly for the hub.
- Households on a budget who want Matter support without changing brand for floor cleaning.
Who should look elsewhere
- Not for blinds or radiator valve buyers: Aqara (hub, sensor and lighting) and SONOFF (thermostat, trv and lighting) both list types missing from TP-Link's lighting, plug and hub.
- Not for smart thermostat buyers: Samsung lists hub, sensor and plug, which includes a thermostat, while TP-Link's device list stops short of heating control.
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
Country by country
| Country | eufy | TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
TP-Link
What does the TP-Link smart home range actually cover?+
The device list is lighting, plug and hub, so you get lighting, plugs, hubs and sensors, with energy reporting part of the plug range. That is a narrower line than some rivals, and the gap shows up in heating and shading.
Do I need the hub to get started?+
For the sensor range the hub is required, and local control is listed as yes as well, so the hub is where automations on the local network actually run. Treat it as part of your entry cost rather than an optional extra, and check which rooms need sensors before ordering.
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