Cameras integration
Reolink E1vsRing Floodlight Cam
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
Reolink E1
2/5
ecosystems (native)
Better pickRing Floodlight Cam
1/5
ecosystems (native)
| Ecosystem | Reolink E1 | Ring Floodlight Cam |
|---|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | ⚠ Workaround required | ⚠ Workaround required |
| Amazon Alexa | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Google Home | ✓ Native support | ✕ No |
| Samsung SmartThings | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Matter | ✕ No | ✕ No |
Which should you buy?
Reolink E1 supports more ecosystems natively. If you want the fewest workarounds, it's the stronger pick.
Reolink E1 works natively with Google Home, where Ring Floodlight Cam requires a workaround or has no support.
Reolink E1
Legend
✓ Native supportWorks out of the box✓ MatterSupported via Matter standard⚠ Workaround requiredPossible with a bridge/hub✕ NoNot supported