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Security · 3 min read

Video Doorbells Explained: What to Look for Before Buying

The features that actually matter, and the ones that are just marketing.

Video quality and field of view

A wide field of view (150-160 degrees) catches parcels left to the side of the door, something many narrower, cheaper doorbells miss entirely.

Battery vs wired power

Wired doorbells give continuous recording and no charging, battery models are easier to install but need recharging every few weeks depending on usage and require a compromise on always-on recording.

Storage and subscription costs

Some doorbells require a monthly cloud subscription to save footage longer than a day or two, worth checking before buying if you want a real recorded history.

Installation that actually works

A doorbell only helps if it’s wired correctly, aimed properly, and connected reliably to your WiFi, we install and configure video doorbells so alerts and footage actually reach your phone.

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