Always know what’s happening at your door with the SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Pro. Its crystal-clear 1080p HD video and 162° field of view give you a clear shot of your property 24/7. Two-way audio lets you hear and speak to unwanted guests (and welcomed ones too) - even when you're not home. Have the SimpliSafe App? The Video Doorbell Pro will send instant alerts whenever someone approaches. And with Smart Person Detection, it can tell the difference between people, vehicles and animals. That means you only get the alerts that matter. Plus, when backed by 24/7 professional monitoring, you’ll have experts who are ready to request emergency dispatch when you need it most. This camera is designed for all weather extremes—so you're still protected in rain and snow. (Compatible with the SimpliSafe Gen 3 security system. Requires Wi-Fi (2.4GHz) and existing wired doorbell setup with mechanical chime and a transformer with 8-24 VAC, 30VA max. Not compatible with digital chimes.)
Q: How is this doorbell camera powered?
A: This doorbell camera is hardwired for power.
Q: Is this doorbell compatible with all chimes?
A: This doorbell is not compatible with digital chimes. It requires a wired doorbell setup with a mechanical chime and a transformer with 8-24 VAC, 30VA max.
Q: Does this camera have night vision?
A: Yes, the camera comes with infrared night vision and operates in very low light.
Q: What is the resolution of the camera?
A: This camera has 1080p HD resolution.
Q: What is the field of view for this doorbell camera?
A: This doorbell camera has a 162° field of view.
Q: Does this doorbell camera work with a smartphone?
A: Yes, this doorbell camera supports select Apple iOS and Android devices.
Q: Does the doorbell save the video somewhere?
A: I spoke with someone at SimpliSafe and they said for a monthly fee your video would be saved in the cloud for 30 days
Q: What is the source of the Camera? Does it use a battery or electricity? What is wired means?
A: It is powered by the same two wires that would connect to your existing doorbell, and does also have a built in battery as well, but it needs that constant electrical connection
$169.99
Always know what’s happening at your door with the SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Pro. Its crystal-clear 1080p HD video and 162° field of view give you a clear shot of your property 24/7. Two-way audio lets you hear and speak to unwanted guests (and welcomed ones too) - even when you're not home. Have the SimpliSafe App? The Video Doorbell Pro will send instant alerts whenever someone approaches. And with Smart Person Detection, it can tell the difference between people, vehicles and animals. That means you only get the alerts that matter. Plus, when backed by 24/7 professional monitoring, you’ll have experts who are ready to request emergency dispatch when you need it most. This camera is designed for all weather extremes—so you're still protected in rain and snow. (Compatible with the SimpliSafe Gen 3 security system. Requires Wi-Fi (2.4GHz) and existing wired doorbell setup with mechanical chime and a transformer with 8-24 VAC, 30VA max. Not compatible with digital chimes.)
$99.99
Discover next-level home security with the eufy Video Doorbell E340. Enjoy door-to-floor full color views with dual 2K HD cameras and with the industry-first dual-light system, it activates upon detecting motion eliminating blind spots, day and night. It provides 8GB of local storage (about 60 days worth of recordings) with advanced encryption to keep your data secure. Say goodbye to monthly cloud storage fees and save an estimated $47.88 per year! Stay connected with the eufy App or an optional door chime that alerts you when visitors arrive and can expand storage up to 128GB with a microSD card (not included). Installation is a breeze as the hybrid-powered doorbell works with existing doorbell wiring or can run on battery power for up to 6 months on a single charge. Plus, it is IP65 weatherproof rating, so it keeps working come rain, snow or shine.
$49.99
Answer the door from anywhere and stay connected 24/7 with this Ring small wired doorbell. It delivers 1080p HD video, two-way talk, advanced motion detection, real-time alerts sent straight to your phone, Alexa device or Ring Chime (sold separately). Filter out movement next door or on a busy street with adjustable motion settings so you'll only receive the alerts that matter. Night vision with sharp contrast lets you see every detail - even in the dark.
$179.99
The 2nd-gen wired Nest Doorbell is always on, so you can know what’s happening at your front door around the clock.₁ Get built-in intelligent alerts about people, packages, and animals, and 3 hours of event video history. Add up to 10 days of continuous recording with Nest Aware Plus.₂ And manage your doorbell easily using the Google Home app.
Pros for SimpliSafe - Video Doorbell Pro - Wired - White | |||
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Video Quality, Ease of use, Installation, Night Vision, Motion Detection | Easy setup, Video quality, Dual cameras, Package detection, Night vision | Ease of use, Video Quality, Installation, Price, Security | Video Quality, Ease of use, Installation, Night Vision, Design |
Cons for SimpliSafe - Video Doorbell Pro - Wired - White | |||
Compatibility, Size, WiFi Connectivity, App Performance | Battery life, Customer service, False alarms, Memory card issue, Face recognition | Compatibility, Connectivity, Battery Life, Chime, Wired | Battery Life, Compatibility, Connectivity, Size, App Compatibility |
Customers find value in the Video Doorbell Pro - Wired's excellent video quality, ease of use, and straightforward installation. Positive feedback also highlights the reliable motion detection and night vision capabilities, along with a wide field of view. However, some users experienced inconsistencies with WiFi connectivity and compatibility issues with certain doorbells. A few customers also noted the device's size and some limitations with the app's performance.
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Added this to our existing Simplisafe install. From unboxing to up and running took about 15 minutes total. Just like everything we have from Simplisafe, it's very well designed and easy to use. Image quality is very good (1080p) and the 150 degree view is plenty wide enough. The video lag is about 3 seconds (as is the audio each way when using 2 way conversation). Notifications from motion detection and doorbell press take as little as 3 seconds (wifi) and the longest one I've seen was about 6 seconds (over Verizon cell). I've given this five stars, but in truth, I'd probably say it's 4.5. The two things I would like to see improved are 1) recording the conversation only gets the door side of the conversation and 2) I wish that Simplisafe would support 5ghz wifi. Simplisafe says that 2.4ghz has longer range and pentration, which it does, but it's also the more crowded wi-fi band. I wish we had a choice in that. Note that we have a very simple analog "ding dong" doorbell. I've read that there are issues with electronic doorbells. So, before you buy, you might want to verify your doorbell type and contact Simplisafe if you have questions.
Posted by Fletch
We have been wanting a doorbell camera for a while, me especially because of my physical limitations. It's frustrating when someone rings the doorbell and when I finally get to the door, they have walked away. It's also frustrating when it's a solicitation visit and there is a sign on the front door stating No Soliciting. We are planning on getting an alarm system eventually, and I have been looking at the SimpliSafe system. Therefore I figured the SimpliSafe video doorbell Pro would be the obvious choice since it integrates with their alarm system. Since I was going to install whatever video doorbell we purchased in place of the original doorbell, it didn't matter that the SimpliSafe video doorbell is not wireless. Even so, we looked at the other video doorbells comparing them, and talked to a Best Buy team member, telling him what we wanted to do, asked him a few questions and then asked him for his thoughts based on what we told him. He said for what we have planned, the SimpliSafe video doorbell Pro was the best choice for us, even if we didn't eventually get any alarm system. I had the SimpliSafe video doorbell installed in less than half an hour including modifying the original doorbell plate to be able to securely mount the SimpliSafe mounting bracket with two screws. Securing the original doorbell plate to the wall was a little more difficult because the SimpliSafe mounting bracket covered the bottom hole. I ended up using silicone adhesive to mount the original doorbell plate to the wall. When I attempted to ring the doorbell nothing happened. Step seven in the instructions state to switch the power on, then step eight states to press the doorbell button and asks did you hear a ring. I did not, and it states to turn the power back off and check the connections. I didn't need to do that because I checked that the doorbell chime worked before I attached the doorbell to the backing plate by jumping two separate areas on the mounting bracket; where the wires connect to the bracket, and the two copper contacts embedded in the mounting bracket just above the two screws where the doorbell wires are connected. There is a note at the bottom of step eight that states the battery may need a few minutes to charge before the camera can be connected to WiFi, but it should also state that the battery may need to be charged before the doorbell will ring the chime, because that's what I had to do. I let the battery charge for about ten minutes and the chime now rang when pressing the doorbell, however, it did not ring the second part of the chime, it dinged but it didn't dong. There was also a buzzing noise coming from inside the doorbell chime. Those issues are covered in the installation instructions and would take me off subject to include it hear. There are three face plates included, cloud: (white), obsidian: (black), and jade: (a light shade of green). The jade happens to be a close match to the color of our house, so that's what I installed. There is also a base that is angled downwards, but an sideways angled base is not included. Screws and plastic anchors are included if you're installation will be on brick or stucco. If my house only had a hole for the wires instead of an electrical box buried haphazardly in the concrete block, my installation would have been a lot easier and cleaner looking. The video doorbell can be secured to the mounting bracket with a small Allen® screw inserted in the bottom of the doorbell to deter anyone from removing it. The picture is clear, bright and sharp during the day, with a wide viewing angle. At night the picture is still clear and sharp, and depending on your lighting outside, it is also still bright. When you zoom in, the picture stays clear and sharp. I'm very happy with the quality of the picture. When you're viewing it live on my Sony Xperia or my wife's iPhone 12 you can hear what sounds like the wind blowing. If you have the volume turned all the way up, it's pretty annoying. Vehicles passing by on the street which is at least fifty feet from the doorbell, sound as if they're within ten feet. It's raining as I am writing this, and the sound of the rain as well as the water running off of the house can clearly be heard. When the door is unlocked/locked, or the door is opened or closed, those sounds are also clearly and loudly heard. Turning down the volume on the phones will obviously reduce the sound, but then if someone rings the doorbell and you choose to speak with them, you have to remember to turn the volume back up on your phone so you can hear them. You need a plan in order to record video that includes thirty days of storage, and that plan is $9.99 a month. I'm giving it five stars even with the sound volume from the phone speakers being louder than I think it should be because considering everything the SimpliSafe video doorbell Pro has going for it, four stars wouldn't do it justice. I'm giving it four stars for sound quality instead, even though the quality of the sound is not the issue, it's the volume.
Posted by Autotech1
I already had a SimpliSafe system in place, and this was a great addition. Installation was easy, just need to drill one extra hole to get the bracket to fit where old doorbell was. Be prepared tho, once I installed mine, I got a weird buzzing from my doorbell chime box, and kept losing the connection to the camera on the doorbell. Turns out I needed a doorbell chime connector, and a wifi extender, which SimpliSafe sent both items to me free of charge! This won't be the case for everyone, but just be mindful if those things happen with your install. Great company, and a great product to add to my SimpliSafe family :)
Posted by arkn2000