EZVIZ Australia: six new smart home devices, zero subscriptions
The short version: EZVIZ — one of the world’s biggest smart camera brands — launched six new devices in Australia on 5 October 2026: cameras, video doorbells, smart locks and a home control screen. The pitch is simple: no subscription fees, with local storage instead of a monthly ransom to view your own footage. Australian pricing is now public: the hero HB90 Dual Kit is $549.95, with the EP8 Ultra video doorbell at $399.95, the S10 at $379.95 and the SD7 control screen at $249.95 — available at Harvey Norman and JB Hi-Fi. We haven’t tested anything yet — but as a launch, this is the most interesting smart home news of the month.
Australian price and where to buy
- HB90 Dual Kit (hero product): $549.95
- EP8 Ultra video doorbell: $399.95
- S10: $379.95
- SD7 control screen: $249.95
- Where to buy: Harvey Norman and JB Hi-Fi
- Price checked: 6 October 2026
Australian pricing is now public — and it lands where we’d hoped: comfortably under Ring and Arlo equivalents, with no subscription fee on top.
Australian release date and availability
- Announced: 5 October 2026 (press release)
- Australian launch: 5 October 2026 — launched locally, not a grey import
- Availability: Available now at Harvey Norman and JB Hi-Fi; managed locally by Directed Electronics Australia
This is a proper Australian launch with local distribution through Directed Electronics Australia — not a case of international stock showing up on marketplace sites. That matters for warranty and support.
What is the new EZVIZ range?
Six new devices, all running through the one EZVIZ app:
- Outdoor and indoor security cameras — including new triple-lens models (H90f/HB90f) with up to 12x zoom, plus battery-powered cameras (CB30/CB60)
- Video doorbells
- Smart locks — including the DL50FVX with palm-vein and facial recognition
- Smart home control screen — a central panel for the whole system
- Electric gate openers — debuting in Australia
The unifying idea is a single ecosystem: one app, local storage, no monthly fee. EZVIZ is betting that Australians are tired of subscriptions — Ring charges from $4.99/month, Arlo from $7.99/month — just to access footage from cameras they already bought.
Key features
- Subscription-free: local storage, no monthly fee to view footage
- Unified EZVIZ app across cameras, doorbells, locks and control screen
- Triple-lens cameras (H90f/HB90f) with up to 12x zoom
- Battery-powered camera options (CB30/CB60)
- DL50FVX smart lock: palm-vein + facial recognition
- Electric gate openers new to the Australian market
- Local distribution and support via Directed Electronics Australia
Note: Australian pricing is now public (see above). Detailed per-device specifications continue to land — we’ll update as EZVIZ releases more detail.
What’s new here
The subscription-free angle is the story. Ring, Arlo and even Eufy (which has walked back some of its local-storage promises) all push you toward monthly plans for full functionality. EZVIZ is positioning local storage as the default, not the downgrade.
The palm-vein smart lock is also notable — most smart locks in Australia use fingerprint or PIN. Palm-vein recognition is harder to spoof than a fingerprint and works when your hands are wet or dirty, which is a genuinely useful difference for a front-door lock.
Who it’s for (and who should skip it)
Consider it if: you’re setting up home security from scratch, you refuse on principle to pay a monthly fee for your own cameras, or you’re already in the EZVIZ ecosystem and want the new devices.
Skip it (for now) if: you’re deeply invested in Ring, Arlo or Google Nest — switching ecosystems means replacing everything. Also skip if you want tested reviews first; we’ve confirmed pricing but haven’t tested the hardware yet.
Our verdict: is the EZVIZ range worth it?
We still haven’t tested the hardware — and we’d be doing you a disservice by pretending otherwise. But as a launch, this is genuinely significant. A major global brand launching a full subscription-free ecosystem in Australia, with local distribution, puts real pressure on Ring and Arlo’s subscription models.
Australian pricing is now public — HB90 Dual Kit $549.95, EP8 Ultra doorbell $399.95, S10 $379.95, SD7 control screen $249.95 — and at Ring-comparable prices with no subscription, that’s a strong deal on paper. The things to watch: the quality of the app (ecosystem plays live or die on software), and whether “subscription-free” stays true once you’re locked in.
Verdict: the most interesting smart home launch of October — pricing is now public and undercuts Ring and Arlo with no subscription. Wait for reviews before buying.
Alternatives worth considering
- Eufy (Anker) — the closest subscription-light alternative, though its local-storage story has had wobbles. Worth comparing now EZVIZ pricing is out.
- Ring / Arlo — the incumbents. Better-established apps and wider device ranges, but you’ll pay monthly for the privilege.
- Apple HomePad (rumoured) — if you’re in the Apple ecosystem, the rumoured HomePad hub could change the smart home picture this month.
EZVIZ Australia FAQs
When did EZVIZ launch the new range in Australia?
5 October 2026 — announced via press release, with local distribution through Directed Electronics Australia.
How much do the new EZVIZ devices cost in Australia?
The HB90 Dual Kit is $549.95, the EP8 Ultra video doorbell is $399.95, the S10 is $379.95 and the SD7 control screen is $249.95. Available at Harvey Norman and JB Hi-Fi.
Do EZVIZ cameras need a subscription?
No — that’s the pitch. The new range uses local storage with no monthly fee to view your footage, unlike Ring and Arlo which charge subscriptions for full features.
What is palm-vein recognition on the EZVIZ smart lock?
The DL50FVX smart lock can identify you by the vein pattern in your palm, as well as facial recognition. It’s harder to spoof than a fingerprint and works with wet or dirty hands.
Is EZVIZ available in Australian stores?
Yes — the new range is available at Harvey Norman and JB Hi-Fi. The brand is distributed locally by Directed Electronics Australia.
Sources
- Appliance Retailer — EZVIZ unveils smart home products for Australian market (IFA 2026)
- EZVIZ Australia launch press release, 5 October 2026 (via EIN News)
Disclosure: This is an editorial launch briefing, not a sponsored post. It’s Released has not tested any EZVIZ products and has no commercial relationship with EZVIZ or Directed Electronics Australia. Australian pricing was confirmed on 6 October 2026 (from $249.95 to $549.95). We may earn a commission from retailer links at no extra cost to you — we’ll always label them.
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