Best Cheap Video Doorbells for 2024

Video storage

Saving footage of intruders or porch pirates (or similar issues) can be important. Even cheap doorbells often have a subscription option to store video in the cloud (usually for a few dollars a month). Some have local storage options, if you’d rather avoid those ongoing fees, so check the details carefully.

AI recognition

Object recognition using AI features is especially useful for a video doorbell, allowing the gadget to recognize packages, people, animals, and vehicles and only send you notifications for what’s important. In our experience, doorbells tend to pick up joggers and people walking their pets, but good recognition avoids vehicle and animal notifications, saving you the stress. Some companies keep object recognition behind a subscription, while others offer it for free.

Smart Home Compatibility

If you already have a security system or a favorite voice assistant like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant, always look for a video doorbell that works with your current selections. Amazon brands typically limit doorbells to Alexa only. Apple Siri and Apple Home compatibility are particularly hard to find here, especially on budget choices.

Wired vs. Wireless

Battery models are easier to install, but sometimes (not always) cost more. Wired models are usually the best way to save. We found a selection of both options at reasonable prices.

Audio quality

If you like the idea of ​​talking through your doorbell, look for one with effective two-way audio, preferably with noise cancellation or similar features. We test the audio quality of every doorbell we review to make sure you can have a conversation.

Field of view and resolution

Video doorbells don’t need a particularly wide field of view, but it’s a nice feature if they’re aimed at a large front yard. Plus, higher resolution makes it easier to see faces and other important details, so it’s nice to find a model that’s at least HD.