Best Video Doorbells (2024-2025)
Top-rated video doorbells for every home type, budget, and smart home ecosystem
The best video doorbells for battery or wired installation, with and without subscriptions, for Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Home.
A video doorbell replaces your standard doorbell button with a camera-equipped device that lets you see, hear, and speak to anyone at your door — from your phone, anywhere. It is one of the highest-impact smart home security upgrades, and one of the most installed.
This guide covers the best video doorbells in 2024-2025, based on documented features, published specifications, and independent reviews.
What to Look for in a Video Doorbell
- Power source: Battery-powered (no wiring needed, recharge every few months) or wired (always on, continuous recording possible).
- Video quality: 1080p minimum; 2K or higher for better face detail.
- Field of view: Wider is better for seeing packages left at the door. Head-to-toe view (portrait aspect ratio) shows the full person.
- Two-way audio: All video doorbells have it — quality varies.
- Local vs cloud storage: Cloud subscriptions are common; local storage eliminates monthly fees.
- Smart home compatibility: Alexa, Google Home, or Apple Home — not all doorbells support all three.
Best Video Doorbells
Ring Video Doorbell (4th Gen) — Best Overall Battery
The Ring Video Doorbell (4th gen) is the most straightforward battery-powered doorbell for most homes. It shoots 1080p HDR video with a head-to-toe field of view that captures the full person at the door (not just their face). It works with Alexa and connects to the Ring ecosystem for additional cameras and sensors.
Video: 1080p HDR, head-to-toe aspect ratio. Power: Battery (replaceable) or hardwired charging. Storage: Ring Protect subscription ($4.99/month) required for video history; without it, you can only view live video. Smart Home: Alexa (deep integration), Google Home (basic), Apple Home: Not supported. Price: ~$100.
Best for: Alexa households who want the most popular, reliable battery doorbell.
Eufy Video Doorbell E340 — Best Without Subscription
The Eufy E340 is a dual-camera doorbell (front and downward-facing for package detection) that stores footage locally on the included HomeBase 3 hub — no subscription required. It shoots 2K video and includes AI person and package detection at no cost.
Video: 2K, dual camera (front + downward). Power: Battery or hardwired. Storage: Local on HomeBase 3 (16GB included, expandable to 16TB with external drive). No cloud subscription required. Smart Home: Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home. Price: ~$160 (includes HomeBase 3).
Best for: Anyone who wants zero monthly fees and local storage.
Google Nest Doorbell (Battery) — Best for Google Home
The Google Nest Doorbell integrates more deeply with Google Home than any other doorbell. It uses on-device processing for smart detection and offers 3-hour event history free without a subscription. Nest Aware ($8/month) extends history to 30 days and adds familiar face recognition.
Video: 960p HDR, 145-degree diagonal FOV. Power: Battery or wired (with existing doorbell wiring). Storage: 3 hours free; Nest Aware for 30 days. Smart Home: Google Home native, Alexa, Apple Home: Not natively (via third-party workaround). Price: ~$180.
Best for: Google Home households who want tight ecosystem integration.
Arlo Video Doorbell (Wired) — Best Video Quality
The Arlo Video Doorbell has the best video quality of any mainstream doorbell: 180-degree horizontal field of view and HDR. It requires existing wiring (or a transformer upgrade) but delivers always-on monitoring. It works with Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Home.
Video: 1536p HD, 180-degree horizontal FOV, HDR. Power: Wired only (requires 16-24VAC transformer). Storage: 7-day free cloud trial; Arlo Secure subscription after. Smart Home: Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home. Price: ~$150.
Best for: Users with existing doorbell wiring who want the widest field of view.
Ring Battery Doorbell Pro — Best Battery + Features
The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is a step up from the standard Ring: 1536p video, head-to-toe view, 150-degree diagonal FOV, 3D motion detection, and a built-in spotlight. It costs more but offers noticeably better feature density.
Video: 1536p HD, head-to-toe. Power: Battery (removable) or hardwired. Storage: Ring Protect subscription required for video history ($4.99/month). Smart Home: Alexa (deep), Google Home (basic), Apple Home: Not supported. Price: ~$200.
Subscription Summary
Ring requires a subscription ($4.99/month) to store any video history — without it, the doorbell only shows live view. Eufy requires no subscription and stores locally. Google Nest gives 3 hours free. Arlo gives 7 days free then requires subscription.
FAQ
Do video doorbells work in apartments?
Battery-powered doorbells work in apartments where you can mount the device on or near the doorframe. Some buildings prohibit exterior modifications — check with your landlord. The Eufy Doorbell E340 and Ring Battery Doorbell are both renter-friendly choices.
Can I use a video doorbell without an existing doorbell?
Battery-powered doorbells do not require existing wiring. They mount to the wall or door frame and charge via USB. The Ring Video Doorbell (4th gen) and Eufy E340 are both battery-powered with no wiring required.
Do video doorbells work at night?
All doorbells listed use infrared night vision as a minimum. The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro adds a spotlight for color night vision. Eufy doorbells include LED spotlights on most models.
