Anker MindBase - Gives Old eufy Cameras a Brain and 48TB of Storage
Buying a new device usually means tossing out whatever you already own, but Anker MindBase goes the other way. I like that it lets you keep using the eufy camera you bought years ago — you just bolt on a new "brain."
📊 Quick Info
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Anker (eufy) |
| Price | TBD |
| Materials/Specs | 2-bay drive enclosure, up to 48TB local storage |
| Key Feature | Migrates footage from existing eufy HomeBase cameras seamlessly, with AI-powered analysis |
| One-line take | ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ A hub that lets you keep the camera you bought years ago instead of tossing it |
✨ Three-Line Summary
- 👍 Best feature: Backward compatibility that upgrades your existing eufy gear without buying new cameras
- 👎 Drawback: Locked into the eufy ecosystem, so it's irrelevant if you use other camera brands
- 🎯 Best for: Anyone already running multiple eufy cameras, or anyone who wants large-capacity local storage without the cloud
📸 Product Gallery
The MindBase unit sitting on a shelf. You can see the eufy logo and the LED lighting along the bottom
The unit's shape as seen from a side angle
Shown alongside the tablet app interface
The actual unit on display at the IFA 2026 booth
🔍 Why I'm Interested
An upgrade path that respects your existing gear
New products usually don't care much about compatibility with previous generations, but MindBase is designed so that even someone still running an old HomeBase S380 can carry their footage straight over. I appreciated this "recycling-friendly" approach.
48TB of local storage is a bold move
Being able to stack up 48TB locally with no cloud subscription fee is a pretty compelling spec for anyone running multiple security cameras. Local storage also offers some peace of mind on the privacy front.
The trust Anker has built
It's interesting to watch Anker extend the trust it's built over the years with chargers and power banks into the smart home hub space.
🤔 Things I'm Weighing
Locked into the eufy ecosystem
Since the core appeal here is compatibility with existing eufy cameras, this product simply isn't relevant if you're not already using eufy.
Price and power consumption unknown
A 2-bay drive enclosure with 48TB-class storage could carry a hefty upfront cost and electricity bill, so I'll need the actual price before I can really judge this.
📋 Product Traits (Subjective Rating)
- Design: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Portability: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (fixed home hub)
- Practicality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Value: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (price unconfirmed)
🛒 Before You Buy
✅ Recommended for
- Anyone already running multiple eufy cameras
- Anyone who wants to store large volumes of footage locally without a cloud subscription
❌ Not recommended for
- Anyone using security cameras from a brand other than eufy
- Anyone with a small setup (1-2 cameras) who doesn't need large-capacity storage
🎯 Final Verdict
Rather than pushing you to ditch your existing gear when selling a new product, this one is designed to let you keep using it — and that's its core appeal. If you're already running several eufy cameras, the 48TB of local storage is compelling enough on its own.
That said, it means little to anyone outside this ecosystem, so whether or not you're a eufy user is pretty much the whole purchase decision.
Source: Yanko Design product page
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