eufy Video Smart Lock E330 Review

The eufy Video Smart Lock E330 combines three front-door gadgets in one unit: a smart deadbolt, a 2K security camera and a video doorbell. If your entryway already has a separate lock, doorbell and camera, the appeal is obvious. You get one device, one app and one battery to manage.

It looks best suited to renters-turned-owners and DIY-minded households who want to modernise the front door without hiring help. Eufy says it fits most standard US and Canadian deadbolts and installs in about 15 minutes without drilling. Families should appreciate the range of ways to get in:

• Fingerprint
• Keypad code
• The eufy Security app
• Alexa or Google voice commands
• A physical key as backup
• Apple Watch, according to The Gadgeteer

Local storage means there's no subscription to pay for recorded video, which makes the $299.99 price feel more reasonable over time.

On paper, the E330 is a strong value proposition. At $299.99 it costs less than buying a separate smart lock and video doorbell. Not needing a monthly plan to keep footage is a real advantage over many camera-based doorbells. The fingerprint reader supports up to 50 prints. Combined with keypad and app access, that should make everyday entry fast and flexible. IP65 weather resistance and a wide operating temperature range suggest it's built to handle most climates.

Putting everything in one device has trade-offs, though:

• Charging downtime. A single rechargeable battery runs the lock, camera and doorbell. There's no spare battery, so you lose functionality while it charges. The claimed 8 to 12 months between charges is a manufacturer figure that depends on activity level. I can't confirm real-world battery life from the information available, so treat it as a best case, especially at a busy door.
• Camera view. Tom's Guide notes the video shows less vertically than some dedicated video doorbells. That could matter if you want to see packages left at your feet.
• Doorbell visibility. Visitors may not realise there's a doorbell button on the lock, which undermines one of its three roles.
• Smart home support. It works with Alexa and Google, but there's no Apple HomeKit, Matter or IFTTT support. That's a notable gap for a product at this price.

The 12-month warranty is also on the short side for a device you'll depend on to get into your home.

Overall, the E330 is a clever, subscription-free all-in-one that should suit Alexa and Google households. Battery logistics and limited platform support keep it from top marks, so I've rated it 3.5 out of 5.