Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro (Wi-Fi) vs Yale Smart Outdoor Camera

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro (Wi-Fi) and the Yale Smart Outdoor Camera are security cameras. This head-to-head sets them side by side using the specs, pros and cons from our full reviews. Aqara specs come from our Aqara review, checked against Aqara’s own pages; Yale specs come from our Yale review, checked against Yale’s own pages.

Quick verdict

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Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro (Wi-Fi)

Pick it for: Outdoor camera and hub in one (the Yale is a camera only) · Dual-band Wi-Fi (the Yale: 2.4GHz only) · 4MP (2688 x 1520) video (the Yale: 1080p)

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Yale Smart Outdoor Camera

Pick it for: Rechargeable battery, with optional outdoor cable or solar charger (the G5 Pro: mains or PoE only, no battery)

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Quick comparison

Spec Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro (Wi-Fi) Yale Smart Outdoor Camera
Resolution 4MP (2688 x 1520) 1080p HD, 154° view, 8x digital zoom
Power 5V 2A adapter (not included); a PoE version is also sold Rechargeable battery (USB-C); optional outdoor cable or solar charger
Wi-Fi Dual-band (2.4GHz and 5GHz) 2.4GHz only
Weather rating IP65 IP65
Storage 32GB built-in eMMC plus NAS (no microSD) 2 to 4 days built in, no subscription; optional Yale plan for 30-day cloud
Smart home Apple Home (HomeKit Secure Video), Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings; Zigbee and Thread hub Yale Home app
Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro (Wi-Fi)

Pros

  • Outdoor camera and hub in one
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi
  • IP65, operating from -30°C to 50°C
  • Built-in storage

Cons

  • No infrared night vision; relies on the spotlight in darkness
  • Wi-Fi version needs a 5V 2A adapter, which is not included
  • Must be mains or PoE powered, no battery
Yale Smart Outdoor Camera

Pros

  • Local storage with no subscription (2–4 days)
  • Human detection included free
  • 1080p video with 6m colour night vision
  • Spotlight that can trigger on motion, plus a built-in siren

Cons

  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
  • Vehicle, pet and package detection need an optional Yale plan
  • Battery needs recharging (Yale quotes about 4 to 6 months per charge)
  • No pan or tilt

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro (Wi-Fi)

  • Outdoor camera and hub in one (the Yale is a camera only)
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi (the Yale: 2.4GHz only)
  • 4MP (2688 x 1520) video (the Yale: 1080p)
Why choose the Yale Smart Outdoor Camera

  • Rechargeable battery, with optional outdoor cable or solar charger (the G5 Pro: mains or PoE only, no battery)

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