Key takeaways
- Best overall: Ring Battery Doorbell Plus ($99 – $179).
- Best value: Blink Video Doorbell ($49 – $69).
- Wired doorbells never need charging; battery models install anywhere.
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Choosing video doorbells in the US is easier when someone has already sorted the good from the overpriced. Below are the video doorbells we would buy right now, the ones worth a second look and the ones we would skip, each with a typical price and the reason behind the call.
Prices are typical ranges, not live prices. The button on each pick opens the current price.
Quick answer
- Best overall: Ring Battery Doorbell Plus ($99 – $179)
- Best value: Blink Video Doorbell ($49 – $69)
- Premium pick: Ring Battery Doorbell Pro ($200 – $230)
Video doorbells compared
| Product | Verdict | Score | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ring Battery Doorbell Plus | Buy | 8.6/10 | $99 – $179 |
| Ring Battery Doorbell Pro | Buy | 8.6/10 | $200 – $230 |
| eufy Security Video Doorbell E340 | Buy | 8.4/10 | $129 – $179 |
| Google Nest Doorbell (battery) | Buy | 8.3/10 | $129 – $179 |
| Blink Video Doorbell | Buy | 7.9/10 | $49 – $69 |
Our picks in detail
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus
Most homes · Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.6/10 · Typical price: $99 – $179
Why we like it: Head-to-toe view and easy battery install.
Pros: Head-to-toe field of view · Battery or wired power · Easy install · Works with Alexa and Echo Show
Cons: Most features need a Ring Home plan · Battery needs charging every few months
Buy it if you want an easy-to-install battery doorbell with a tall head-to-toe view so you can see packages.
Skip it if you do not want a subscription; video history needs Ring Home.
Ring Battery Doorbell Pro
Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.6/10 · Typical price: $200 – $230
Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is one of the video doorbells we would buy in the US. It scores 8.6/10 in our ratings and usually sells for $200 – $230.
eufy Security Video Doorbell E340
No monthly fees · Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.4/10 · Typical price: $129 – $179
Why we like it: Dual cameras with local storage.
Pros: Dual cameras: visitors and packages · Local storage with no subscription · Battery or wired
Cons: App is less polished than Ring · Video can lag a little on weak Wi-Fi
Buy it if you want to avoid monthly fees and like a second camera aimed at packages on the ground.
Skip it if you want the most polished app and integrations.
Google Nest Doorbell (battery)
Google Home users · Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.3/10 · Typical price: $129 – $179
Why we like it: Smart alerts that recognize packages and people.
Pros: Accurate person and package alerts · Free 3 hours of event history · Battery or wired
Cons: Gemini features need Google Home Premium · Narrower view than Ring
Buy it if you use Google Home or a Nest Hub and want smart package and person alerts.
Skip it if you use Alexa devices; Ring fits better.
Blink Video Doorbell
Budget · Verdict: Buy · Score: 7.9/10 · Typical price: $49 – $69
Why we like it: Cheapest decent video doorbell.
Pros: Very affordable · Long battery life on AA batteries · Works with Alexa
Cons: Standard 1080p view · Local storage needs a Sync Module
Buy it if you want a basic video doorbell for well under $70 and use Alexa.
Skip it if you want head-to-toe video or the best image quality.
What to check before you buy
- Wired doorbells never need charging; battery models install anywhere.
- Check subscription costs for video history; some brands store clips locally for free.
- Head-to-toe video shows parcels left on the doorstep.
What to skip
Common mistake: Ignoring local rules about recording public areas.
When to buy
The deepest discounts usually arrive during the big summer sales in July, the October sales events and Black Friday through Cyber Monday in late November. A battery doorbell with local storage avoids monthly fees.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best video doorbells in the US?
Our top pick is Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (typically $99 – $179). For the best value, choose Blink Video Doorbell (typically $49 – $69).
What should I check before buying video doorbells?
Wired doorbells never need charging; battery models install anywhere. Check subscription costs for video history; some brands store clips locally for free.
When is the best time to buy video doorbells in the US?
The deepest discounts usually arrive during the big summer sales in July, the October sales events and Black Friday through Cyber Monday in late November.
What is the most common mistake when buying video doorbells?
Ignoring local rules about recording public areas.