Battery-powered outdoor security cameras are ideal for monitoring activity on and around your property, but they typically require a Wi-Fi connection to send alerts and stream real-time video to your phone. With the Eufy 4G LTE Starlight Camera ($249.99), you can keep tabs on your property without a power outlet or Wi-Fi. This rugged cam employs a cellular radio to keep you connected where Wi-Fi isn't available or practical, plus it offers 2K video recordings, voice controls, color night vision, a built-in spotlight, and a siren. It's a bit pricey and requires a monthly cellular data plan, unlike the Editors' Choice-winning Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera ($199.99), but the Starlight Camera is a solid option if you need to keep an eye on a cabin, a trail, or any other remote location where power and Wi-Fi are unavailable.

A Rugged and Reliable Reporter

The 4G LTE Starlight Camera looks nearly identical to the original EufyCam but, at 2.4 by 2.4 by 4.5 inches (HWD), it’s a tad larger than its predecessor (2.2 by 2.2 by 4.2 inches). The white-and-gray enclosure has an IP67 weather-resistance rating that protects the camera from dust, rain, and extreme temperatures. Aside from the camera, in the box you get a mounting bracket, mounting screws, a charging cable, a weatherproof solar panel cable, and a setup guide. The optional solar panel is not included.

The camera lens, an LED indicator, a spotlight, a microphone, and a motion sensor sit inside the front housing. An embedded GPS radio ensures you can locate the device if someone steals it. A speaker on the bottom of the camera enables two-way audio, and a Sync button sits on top. Behind the rubber cover on the back you'll find the charging port and a SIM card slot. The back of the camera also houses a screw-in hole for a mounting bracket.

Eufy says the camera's internal battery should last up to three months between charges, depending on usage. If you require uninterrupted power, Eufy sells a bundle with a solar panel ($289.99).

The 4G LTE Starlight Camera does not have a Wi-Fi radio. Instead, it uses an LTE 4G cellular radio to connect to the mobile app, as well as to Alexa and Google Assistant devices. That means you must supply an AT&T or T-Mobile SIM card and subscribe to a data plan to use this camera. According to Eufy, the device uses around 128MB of cellular data to stream five minutes of live 2K video, so you can use that to calculate what type of data plan you need.