December 2024

Smart Doorbells: MetaRanking

This page highlights the aggregate summary of smart doorbells rankings posted by key online experts, as of December 2024.

Summary

On 29 Dec 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 67 smart doorbell endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.

40 smart doorbells were endorsed in total, only 14 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)

As of 29 Dec 2024, Google Nest Doorbell (battery) takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed smart doorbell with 6 expert endorsements. 2 experts out of 6 recommended it as the '#1 smart doorbell' this month.

Brand breakdown
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Price breakdown
As can be seen in the chart below, lowest high-ranking smart doorbells start at $44.94 (Wyze Video V2) and go up to $229.99 (Ring Battery Doorbell Pro). Median smart doorbell costs $109.99 (Reolink Video Doorbell WiFi).
$44.94
$229.99

At a glance - December Ranking

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Rank Change Price Smart Doorbell
PCMag
Security
Reviews.org
Wirecutter
Digital Trends
SafeWise
CNET
Tom's Guide
TechRadar
The Verge
1
- $142
Google Nest Doorbell (battery)
The Google Nest Doorbell (battery) offers flexible power options, good video quality, and durable construction, making it a reliable choice for enhancing home security.
8
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1
1
2
4
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2
- $100
Google Nest Hello
The Google Nest Hello smart doorbell is highly praised for its video and audio capabilities, offering clear footage, wide field of view, night vision, and reliable communication with visitors, making it one of the best options on the market.
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1
1
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1
3
- $130
Arlo Video Doorbell 2nd Gen
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5
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1
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4
- $230
Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2
The Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 is a wired-only doorbell with impressive video and audio capabilities, flexible storage options, and durable construction, making it a recommended choice for users with existing wiring and a desire for detailed footage and remote communication with visitors.
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1
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3
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6
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6
5
- $150
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus
The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus is a versatile and reliable doorbell with multiple power source options, excellent video and audio capabilities, convenient storage options, and durability.
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1
5
2
6
- $49
Arlo Essential Wired
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2
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2
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2
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7
- Check price
Ring Video Doorbell (2020)
The Ring Video Doorbell (2020) is a versatile home security device that offers flexible power options, clear video and audio quality, storage options, and durability, making it suitable for users who want a reliable and convenient way to monitor their front door.
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2
4
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5
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8
- $180
Eufy S330
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6
3
4
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9
- $230
Ring Battery Doorbell Pro
6
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3
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7
10
- $60
Blink Video Doorbell
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4
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3
12
- $130
Ring Peephole Cam
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7
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13
- $70
Arlo Essential Wire-Free
The Arlo Essential Wire-Free Smart Doorbell is a highly regarded product that offers flexibility in power source options, superior video and audio capabilities, flexible storage options, and durability, making it a highly recommended choice for users who prioritize convenience and high-quality video capture.
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4
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9
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14
- $110
Reolink Video Doorbell WiFi
The Reolink Video Doorbell WiFi is a versatile and reliable option for home security, offering multiple power source options, impressive video quality, night vision capabilities, multiple storage options, and a durable design.
9
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5
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15
- $150
Ecobee Smart Wired
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8
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Smart Doorbell
#6 $49 Arlo Essential Wired
#10 $59.99 Blink Video Doorbell
#13 $69.99 Arlo Essential Wire-Free
#2 $99.75 Google Nest Hello
#14 $109.99 Reolink Video Doorbell WiFi
#3 $129.99 Arlo Video Doorbell 2nd Gen
#12 $129.99 Ring Peephole Cam
#1 $141.99 Google Nest Doorbell (battery)
#5 $149.99 Ring Battery Doorbell Plus
#15 $149.99 Ecobee Smart Wired
#8 $179.99 Eufy S330
#4 $229.99 Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2
#9 $229.99 Ring Battery Doorbell Pro

We ranked Google Nest Doorbell (battery) #1 in December 2024 because:

  • 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smart doorbells” rankings.
  • Out of those, 2 experts ranked Google Nest Doorbell (battery) as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Google Nest Doorbell (battery) offers flexible power options, good video quality, and durable construction, making it a reliable choice for enhancing home security.
Critic endorsements:
PCMag

Best for Google Assistant Users

Wireless
Easy to install
Dual-band Wi-Fi
Sharp HD video
Intelligent alerts
Works with Google Assistant

Expensive
Some features require a subscription
Doesn't work with Alexa, HomeKit, or IFTTT

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Security

Best for Google Assistant

Innovative facial recognition feature
Sleek, stylish design
Worked seamlessly with Google Assistant and other Nest products
Users set custom home and away rules

Tricky to install and setup
Subscription required to store video
Relatively expensive device
Required chime box to function

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Digital Trends

Best video doorbell overall

Gorgeous minimalist design
Intelligent alerts
Doesn't require subscription for video history
Useful quick responses

Fine video details are on the soft side
Inconsistent capture rates

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SafeWise

Best overall

3 hours of free cloud storage
Excellent smart motion detection
Battery or wired installation
Affordable cloud storage

Above-average price tag
Relatively narrow field of view
Low video resolution
Facial recognition requires a subscription

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CNET

Best video doorbell camera without a subscription

Smart notifications
Free features
Great performance

Limited field of view compared with many of our other picks
Lower resolution

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Tom's Guide

The best video doorbell overall / Editor's Choice

Great design
Very sharp video quality
Free person, animal, package, vehicle detection
3 hours of video storage free
Works as both battery or hardwired

No optional chime
Limited accessories

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We ranked Google Nest Hello #2 in December 2024 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smart doorbells” rankings.
  • Out of those, 3 experts ranked Google Nest Hello as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Google Nest Hello smart doorbell is highly praised for its video and audio capabilities, offering clear footage, wide field of view, night vision, and reliable communication with visitors, making it one of the best options on the market.
Critic endorsements:
Reviews.org

Best technology

Innovative AI features
Smart alerts

Best features require Nest Aware subscription

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Wirecutter

The best smart doorbell camera

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The Verge

Best doorbell camera

Go to ranking

Methodology: combine opinions of key experts

Identify Experts

We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend smart doorbells.

Capture Rankings

For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of smart doorbells, it must be updated in the last 9 months.

Aggregate Rankings

We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking

Experts chosen for December 2024 ranking

We ranked Arlo Video Doorbell 2nd Gen #3 in December 2024 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smart doorbells” rankings.
  • Out of those, 2 experts ranked Arlo Video Doorbell 2nd Gen as #1.
Critic endorsements:
PCMag

Best Overall / Editor's Choice

Affordable
Simple wireless installation
Sharp video
Wide viewing angle
Good third-party device support
Smart object detection

Doesn't support Apple HomeKit
Access to recorded video requires a subscription
No color night vision

Go to ranking

Digital Trends

Best 2K video doorbell

Available in 2K or HD
Supports wired and battery power options
Impressive viewing angle

No color night vision
Underwhelming battery life

Go to ranking

CNET

Best Overall Video Doorbell Camera

Easy to install
Wide-angle view
Night vision and built-in siren

No free cloud storage
A bit bulkier than many alternatives

Go to ranking

We ranked Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 #4 in December 2024 because:

  • 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smart doorbells” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 is a wired-only doorbell with impressive video and audio capabilities, flexible storage options, and durable construction, making it a recommended choice for users with existing wiring and a desire for detailed footage and remote communication with visitors.
Critic endorsements:
Security

Best Video Doorbell Overall

Wide field of view
Two-way audio
Birds-eye view feature
3D motion detection

Subscription required to save recorded video
Not compatible with Google Assistant
Pricey
Ring’s ongoing privacy concerns

Go to ranking

Digital Trends

Best premium video doorbell

High resolution
High-quality video day and night
User-friendly installation
Radar detection

Expensive

Go to ranking

Tom's Guide

Sees more of your front porch / Editor's Choice

Shows more of front porch than other Ring cameras
Great video quality
Slim design

-Wired only

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The Verge

Best wired video doorbell that works with Amazon Alexa and Ring

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We ranked Ring Battery Doorbell Plus #5 in December 2024 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smart doorbells” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Ring Battery Doorbell Plus as #1.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus is a versatile and reliable doorbell with multiple power source options, excellent video and audio capabilities, convenient storage options, and durability.
Critic endorsements:
Tom's Guide

Best video doorbell for most people

Expansive vertical view
1536p HD video
Easy to install and use

Spotty package detection
No local storage

Go to ranking

TechRadar

The best wireless video doorbell

New head-to-toe view
Improved camera quality
Improved battery life

Best features hidden behind subscription
2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
Expensive

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The Verge

Best battery-powered doorbell camera

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We ranked Arlo Essential Wired #6 in December 2024 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smart doorbells” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Reviews.org

Best value

Person detection
Built-in siren

Smart features require Arlo Smart subscription

Go to ranking

SafeWise

Best doorbell for smart homes

Excellent smart home compatibility
180° field of view
911 on highest cloud plan

Apple HomeKit support requires a hub
No free cloud storage plan
Wired installation

Go to ranking

TechRadar

The best affordable video doorbell

Good video quality
Slim and stylish design
Alexa, Google Assistant and HomeKit integration

Limited features without subscription
Mains-powered only

Go to ranking

We ranked Ring Video Doorbell (2020) #7 in December 2024 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smart doorbells” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Ring Video Doorbell (2020) is a versatile home security device that offers flexible power options, clear video and audio quality, storage options, and durability, making it suitable for users who want a reliable and convenient way to monitor their front door.
Critic endorsements:
Digital Trends

Best video doorbell (runner-up)

Inexpensive
Great app experience
Privacy Zone censors specific areas
Simple installation

No removable battery
Glitchy video and audio

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SafeWise

Best battery doorbell

Battery, wired, or solar installation
Excellent cloud storage
Quick Replies

Requires subscription
Limited smart home support

Go to ranking

Tom's Guide

The best value Ring video doorbell

Inexpensive
Customizable motion zones
Good-quality video
Works wired or battery powered

No pre-roll feature

Go to ranking

We ranked Eufy S330 #8 in December 2024 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smart doorbells” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
CNET

Best dual-cam video doorbell camera

Dual cams for extra view on package
Package and human detection
Two forms of motion detection
Battery and wired options
Comes with local storage hub

No cloud storage option
Expensive compared to some competitors

Go to ranking

Tom's Guide

A second camera lets you see packages clearly — with no subscription

Easy installation
No subscription fees
People & package detection works well
Video stored locally

No HomeKit support
Non removable battery

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TechRadar

The best video doorbell for viewing packages

Two cameras provide an expanded view
No subscription required
Battery-operated

Bulkier than most video doorbells
Doorbell out of action when unit requires charging
No HomeKit support

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We ranked Ring Battery Doorbell Pro #9 in December 2024 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smart doorbells” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
PCMag

Best Battery-Powered Ring Doorbell

Sharp video
Color night vision
Bird’s Eye tracking
Works with Alexa and IFTTT
Supports dual-band Wi-Fi

Expensive
Some features are locked behind a paywall
Requires a subscription to view recorded video
Doesn't support Google Assistant or HomeKit

Go to ranking

CNET

Best high-end video doorbell camera

Bird's-eye-view feature
3D motion detection
Color night vision

The price
Ring's ongoing security and privacy concerns
Subscription required to view recorded video

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The Verge

A battery-powered alternative

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We ranked Ring Peephole Cam #11 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smart doorbells” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
PCMag

Best for Doors With a Peephole

Completely wireless.
Sharp 1080p HDR video.
Motion detection.
Two-way audio.
Works with Amazon Alexa.
Easy to install.

Subscription required to view recorded video.
Some barrel distortion.

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Tom's Guide

Best for apartment dwellers

Simple to install, replacing an existing peephole viewer
Good video quality
Works with Alexa

Needs to be recharged every month, depending on use
Storm door can block night view
Doesn't work with Google Assistant

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We ranked Arlo Essential Wire-Free #12 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smart doorbells” rankings.
Expert Consensus
(as of 26 Aug 2023)
The Arlo Essential Wire-Free Smart Doorbell is a highly regarded product that offers flexibility in power source options, superior video and audio capabilities, flexible storage options, and durability, making it a highly recommended choice for users who prioritize convenience and high-quality video capture.
Critic endorsements:
Security

Best Smart Motion Detection

Integration with both Alexa and Google Assistant
1536 x 1536 pixel resolution
Free seven days of cloud video storage
Wired and wireless models available

People, pets, and packages detection is only available with a monitoring subscription
Confusing app interface
Not IP rated
No professional installation option

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Tom's Guide

Wireless video doorbell with package detection

Sharp high resolution camera
Works with Google, Alexa, and HomeKit
Supports hardwired and battery installation

Most useful features are locked behind subscription
Bulky
Nonremovable battery

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We ranked Ecobee Smart Wired #14 in December 2024 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best smart doorbells” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Tom's Guide

Best video doorbell for HomeKit users

Package detection
Integrates with Ecobee thermostat
Works with Alexa and HomeKit (Google soon)
Attractive

Subscription costs a little higher than the competition
Wired-only

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The Verge

A great wired doorbell camera for Ecobee users

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