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Last updated: October 11, 2023
There are many different smart video doorbells on the market right now. Of course, we all know of the Ring, Nest, and Arlo video doorbells that are available on the market. But there are a few other options out there, however, which ones are the best for your home? That’s what we are aiming to find out with this list.
In this list, we are rounding up the best smart video doorbells, and will also be listing which digital assistant(s) they work with. To help you make an informed decision on which one you should buy.
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus
- Price: $179
- Where to buy: Amazon
The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus is the latest doorbell from Ring. It offers up a square camera lens, which allows it to be ultrawide on the x and y axis. So you’ll be able to see all the way down to the persons feet. As well as packages sitting on your porch. So it’s easier to find those porch pirates.
It still uses Ring’s popular quick release battery. Making it super easy to replace the battery when the time comes. Depending on your usage, the battery should last around a month on a full charge.
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus - Amazon
Blink Video Doorbell
- Price: $59
- Where to buy: Amazon
The Blink Video Doorbell is a cheap one, but not a bad option. It does have all of the usual features that you’d expect from a video doorbell. Like two-way audio, HD video recording and it can even last up to two years on a single charge. Which is a theme with Blink products, since its cameras can last nearly as long.
Instead of rechargeable batteries, it uses two AA batteries. So you don’t need to worry about recharging them. Just pop in a new pair of batteries and you’re on your way.
Arlo Video Doorbell
- Price: $70
- Where to buy: Amazon
- Compatible with: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
There are many video doorbells on the market today, but the Arlo Smart Video Doorbell made our smart home gift guide because it works well with the other Arlo cameras. And it’s also less expensive compared to the other models.
There is a wide-angle camera built into this video doorbell, so it can see your entire front yard, and the ground in front of your door. Allowing you to see who is attempting to steal your Amazon packages. The Arlo Video Doorbell can send you notifications when it sees movement, as well as when someone presses the button on the doorbell. So even if they don’t want you to know they are there, you’ll know.
Ring Video Doorbell Pro
- Price: $249
- Where to buy: Amazon
- Compatible with: Amazon Alexa
The Ring Video Doorbell Pro is the video doorbell to pick up for your home. It’s a really great gift, as you can watch and see who is taking your packages, or know who is at the door before they ring the doorbell.
With the Ring Video Doorbell Pro, you’re getting a wide-angle camera that can see all the way to the ground in front of your home. And the ability to interact with people via your smartphone, or even your Alexa products. Like the Echo Show or the Fire TV, which is really unique.
Ring Video Doorbell Pro - Amazon
Blue by ADT Doorbell Camera
- Price: $189
- Where to buy: Amazon
- Compatible with: Amazon Alexa
Blue has all of your favorite and expected features for a smart video doorbell. That includes getting alerts on your smartphone, as well as being able to see what’s going on at any time.
But where Blue really stands out, is in the compatible with ADT, if you already have ADT for your security system, then it is a really great smart video doorbell to add to your home.
Remo+ RemoBell S WiFi Video Doorbell Camera
- Price: $79
- Where to buy: Amazon
- Compatible with: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
The RemoBell S is a great video doorbell to pick up, and perhaps the cheapest on this list. It does require existing doorbell wiring, which is part of why it’s so much cheaper. As there is no battery inside to power it.
It can record your front yard and see what’s going on, giving you notifications and more. There is no subscription required, so it can record and keep everything for you. Without having to pay anything extra. Which is always nice.
Remo+ RemoBell S WiFi Video Doorbell Camera - Amazon
Nest Video Doorbell (Battery)
- Price: $179
- Where to buy: Amazon
- Compatible with: Google Assistant
The Nest Video Doorbell is one of the better looking doorbells on the market, and it works really well with the Google Assistant. It can give you notifications for motion, people and pets outside of your home. It also has “Known Faces” so it can tell you who it sees as well.
This doorbell is only available as a battery model, so you don’t need to worry about doorbell wiring. The battery will last you about a month on a charge, depending on how much you have it set to record. And it works well with the other Nest products on the market.
Nest Video Doorbell (Battery) - Amazon
Ring Video Doorbell 4
- Price: $199
- Where to buy: Amazon
- Compatible with: Amazon Alexa
This is the fourth-generation of the original Ring Video Doorbell. The Ring Video Doorbell 4. It can stream video from your doorbell at 1080p HD resolution, with night vision. So you can see what’s happening outside your home, even at night. The Ring Video Doorbell 4 does also come with the corner mount, so that the doorbell is tilted a bit, giving you a better look at your porch, front yard and potentially your driveway.
It still includes a removable battery, which is now easier than ever to remove and charge. And you also have multiple batteries that you can buy and replace in your new Ring Video Doorbell 4.
Ring Video Doorbell 4 - Amazon
eufy Video Doorbell
- Price: $99
- Where to buy: Amazon
- Compatible with: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
The eufy Video Doorbell is a great option for those that use either Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant, and aren’t super invested in one over the other. eufy is a division of Anker, so this isn’t just some no-name video doorbell. But a good, and cheap video doorbell.
For $100, you’re getting a wireless chime that you can plug in your home and have it act as a regular doorbell. It has a camera, so you’ll still get alerts on your phone when something happens outside of your home. And with two-way audio, you can speak to whoever is out there too.
Ring Peephole Cam
- Price: $129
- Where to buy: Amazon
- Compatible with: Amazon Alexa
This is the video doorbell for those in apartments. This fits over the peephole on your door, and people that come to your door can easily press the button like a regular doorbell, and allow you to see who is at the door, without going to your door.
Now depending on the type of apartment you live in, the Ring Peephole Cam may not be the best choice. But it is a really good option. You still get all of the usual features for Ring, like the ability to see who’s there, two-way audio and such. It also works with Amazon Alexa.