7 Best video doorbells for a secure home
BY READERS DIGEST
15th Sep 2023 Home & Garden
5 min read
Video doorbells are great ways to monitor your home for security as well as observing deliveries and visitors
Home security can be an area of paramount importance
in your day-to-day life, with everyone wanting to live in a safe and secure
environment. Modern technology has met long-standing tradition in the form of
video doorbells that can both alert you of movement at your door and give you a
live video feed.
It’s also used as an actual doorbell as well and is a
relatively inexpensive piece of technology. They’ve fast become a staple of the
modern
home and it’s no surprise given the value that they can
provide. Here are a few top choices for video doorbells on the market.
Ring video doorbell
Ring’s video doorbell is probably the most well-known
video doorbell out there and with a relatively easy set up from the box, you
can get it up and running quickly.
This device is battery powered and works over your
home Wifi network and can also work with Alexa voice assistant to answer the
door, among other things.
Blink video doorbell
Blink’s doorbell is user friendly and easy to set up,
with a long-lasting battery and two-way audio, HD video and motion detection
included.
You can get a wired doorbell or a wireless version,
depending on your preference.
Eufy security video doorbell
This eufy doorbell has a slim profile and can provide
a full HD view of your front door. Connection-wise, it’s fully wireless and
features a 120-day battery.
Also included is two-way audio and a 4:3 aspect
ratio, to give you a more accurate full-body view of people
approaching your door.
Google Nest video doorbell
Though it has an unassuming white design, don’t assume
the Nest isn’t up to the job. It features 24/7 live video streaming, along with
HD video, including HDR (high dynamic range) and night vision.
The Nest doorbell is battery powered but also features
an option for wired installation.
AOSU video doorbell
This video doorbell comes with 2K
resolution, a video call feature and also conveniently has no
monthly fees that come with it.
The doorbell also features night vision, is
weather-resistant and works with the Alexa voice assistant.
Arlo video doorbell
The Arlo doorbell features two-way audio, includes
motion detection, as well as a siren for security. Functionally, it’s fully
wireless and can be connected to your home Wi-Fi network.
Euki video doorbell
Euki’s doorbell has the same standard features you’d
expect, with night vision as well as PIR motion detection. The doorbell also
supports SD card storage as well cloud storage, for saving footage externally.
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