Aqara Smart Doorbell Camera G410

Verdict

The Aqara Doorbell Camera Hub G410 is an excellent choice if you want a sharp 2K video doorbell that can also act as the brain of your smart home, with powerful motion detection and broad ecosystem support. Just be aware of its weak IPX3 weather rating, short default clip length, and the shift to a paid cloud subscription if you want longer cloud storage.

Pros

  • Base / Hub integration 1 review 5.0
    Owners appreciate that the AC-powered chime doubles as a smart-home hub with Matter bridge/controller, Thread border router, and Zigbee support, reducing the need for a separate hub even if Zigbee is limited to Aqara devices.
  • Motion detection performance 1 review 5.0
    New mmWave presence detection greatly reduces false alerts compared to PIR sensors and speeds up relevant notifications, making motion sensing more accurate for people lingering at the door.
  • Notifications 1 review 5.0
    Notifications are praised as faster and more relevant, filtering out passing cars and sidewalk pedestrians to reduce noise while reliably alerting users to actual visitors.
  • Smart-home integration (Alexa, Google, Siri, HomeKit, Matter, Thread) 1 review 5.0
    Owners praise broad ecosystem support with Matter, Thread, Alexa, Google, SmartThings, IFTTT, and Apple HomeKit Secure Video, making it easy to fit into most smart-home setups.
  • AI features 1 review 4.5
    Reviews highlight mmWave presence sensing and on-device facial recognition that make alerts smarter, reduce false triggers, and enable useful automations like unlocking doors or turning on lights.
  • Chime 1 review 4.5
    The AC-powered chime acts as a hub and local storage point, with a loud alert up to around 95 dB and a microSD slot for recording clips.
  • Field of view & framing 1 review 4.5
    Tall 4:3 framing and a 176° diagonal field of view capture visitors head-to-toe and nearby packages when the doorbell is mounted at the right height, though some users experiment with placement to optimize the view.
  • Object & person detection 1 review 4.5
    On-device facial recognition reliably identifies known people and can trigger smart-home routines, helping distinguish meaningful visits from background activity.
  • Peace of mind 1 review 4.5
    Reviewers say the combination of more accurate presence detection, fewer nuisance alerts, and clear 2K video offers strong peace of mind for monitoring visitors and packages.
  • Price & value 1 review 4.5
    Reviewers see strong overall value thanks to the hub capabilities, sharper 2K video, and smarter detection features, though the move toward a paid cloud plan slightly tempers the value proposition.
  • RTSP stream availability 1 review 4.5
    The G410 offers RTSP for local 24/7 recording to NAS/NVR systems and platforms like Blue Iris, but this feature depends on wired power and may be constrained by network bandwidth.
  • Security ecosystem integration 1 review 4.5
    Reviews highlight smooth integration across Matter-enabled platforms and Home Assistant, with the doorbell able to drive automations such as unlocking smart locks or switching on lights, even though its Zigbee hub works only with Aqara devices.
  • Video resolution & detail 1 review 4.5
    Upgraded to sharp 2K (2048 x 1536) video with better dynamic range than the prior model, the G410 delivers crisp daytime detail even though HDR is still missing.
  • App, software & firmware 1 review 4.0
    Reviews say Aqara’s app makes onboarding straightforward with clear prompts, quick device recognition, and reliable Wi-Fi setup during installation.
  • Battery & Charging 1 review 4.0
    Reviews report that the battery can last up to about five months under light use and holds up well over weeks of testing, recharging via USB-C even though a compatible power adapter isn’t included.
  • Color options 1 review 4.0
    The G410 is offered in multiple colorways, including black or gray standard models and Select editions in black or white to better match different exteriors.
  • Installation & Mounting 1 review 4.0
    Reviews describe quick setup via the app with options for battery or hardwired installs, while noting that adhesive mounting is unreliable on brick and that masonry may require traditional anchors and screws.
  • Low-light & Night vision 1 review 4.0
    Low-light quality is improved over the previous model with clearer facial detail and less murkiness, but the continued lack of HDR still limits performance in mixed or backlit scenes.
  • Power Options & Compatibility 1 review 4.0
    The doorbell supports battery use or 12–24V AC/DC wiring, with reviewers noting that continuous RTSP recording and the best HKSV experience are reserved for hardwired installations.
  • Privacy 1 review 4.0
    Users like that HKSV support enables encrypted recordings in iCloud and that on-device recognition reduces heavy reliance on the cloud, contributing to a solid privacy story.
  • Storage 1 review 4.0
    The system supports local microSD storage up to 512GB along with cloud options, with longer and richer recordings possible via HKSV or 24/7 RTSP, though users must supply their own card.
  • System completeness 1 review 4.0
    The bundle includes the doorbell and hub/chime with local storage and mounting hardware, but omits a USB-A power adapter and microSD card, meaning some buyers will need extra accessories.
  • Wi-Fi range & stability 1 review 4.0
    Wi-Fi performance is generally solid, though signal strength is sensitive to placement and nearby metal objects, and users find that following Aqara’s distance guidelines improves stability.

Cons

  • Design aesthetics 1 review 3.0
    Reviewers describe the design as fairly industrial rather than sleek, but note that multiple color choices and a prominent ringer button still make it practical and easy to use.
  • Recording 1 review 3.0
    Reviews note that default motion clips are still capped at about 12 seconds unless you use HKSV or wired 24/7 RTSP recording, which offers more complete coverage at the cost of extra setup.
  • Subscription 1 review 2.5
    Recent reviews note that free cloud storage is now limited to a one-day rolling plan, with Aqara’s HomeGuardian subscription offering up to 90 days of encrypted storage at a cost similar to other camera services.
  • Weather & temperature tolerance 1 review 2.0
    The doorbell is rated only IPX3, so reviewers recommend installing it under cover and avoiding consistently wet environments where more robust weatherproofing would be needed.