Video doorbells to keep you home secure
As the old adage goes, you can never be too careful. The same applies when someone rings your doorbell. The last thing you would want is to open your door to a stranger who may be carrying a concealed weapon. In order to avoid such a dangerous scenario, you should consider installing a video doorbell.
These doorbells are equipped with a camera, letting you see the person on the other side of the door and then decide how you wish to proceed. Here’s a look at some video doorbells that are available on Amazon. Please note that these devices are selected based on specifications and the features.
HIKVISION Video Door Phone with Photo Capture
The HIKVISION Video Door Phone with Photo Capture is a relatively affordable way for anyone to install a video doorbell in their homes. The system not only records videos but also gives users to option to take pictures, which can be quite handy. The doorbell also comes with a microphone and a loudspeaker, so you can communicate with your guest without the need to open the door.
Panasonic VL-SW251SX Wireless Video Intercom System
The Panasonic VL-SW251SX Wireless Video Intercom System comes with a 5.2-inch colour display that allows you to see who is on the other side of the door. It also has a night vision camera, so that you can still see people in the dark. However, one of the most unique features of the camera is the wireless handset. The handset features a 1.8-inch display and allows you to to not only see who has rung the doorbell but also control the various features, without the need to get out of your bed or couch.
360 D819 AI Face Recognition WiFi Smart Video Doorbell
The 360 D819 AI Face Recognition WiFi Smart Video Doorbell features a 2.1MP camera that takes 1080p videos. It also has a 162-degree field of view, so you can see a wider area. Interestingly, the device doesn’t come with a display. Rather, it sents a live feed directly to your smartphone. So you can see who is at the door, even when you aren’t at home. It also offers two-way communication so that you can talk to the guest. Another feature of the device is the AI face recognition feature that lets you set names to faces, so it can let you know if your friend or family member is at the door.
CP PLUS (CP-PVK-70MH) Intelligent Video Door Phone Bell
The CP PLUS (CP-PVK-70MH) Intelligent Video Door Phone Bell features a large 7-inch colour TFT display that gets its feed from an HD camera. Speaking of the camera, the device can also do night vision, so you can see who’s at the door, even in the dark. In order to ensure the outdoor unit isn’t damaged, it’s not only weatherproof, but it is also designed to be rugged enough to ensure it isn’t damaged by vandals.