Best Cheap Video Doorbells for 2025: Home Security Cameras Tested and Approved

Kasa's very affordable doorbell can keep an eye on all kinds of front door events. Kasa Video storage Keeping footage of intruders or porch pirates (or similar problems) can be important. Even cheap doorbells often come with a subscription option to store video in the cloud (usually for several dollars a month). Some have local storage options, if you’d prefer dodging those ongoing fees, so study the details carefully. AI recognition Object recognition using AI features is especially useful for a video doorbell, letting the gadget recognize packages, people, animals and vehicles and send you alerts only about what matters. In our experience, doorbells usually pick up on joggers and people walking their pets, but good recognition avoids alerts for vehicles and animals, to save you the stress. Some companies keep object recognition behind a subscription, while others include it for free. Smart home compatibility If you already have a security system or a preferred voice assistant, ... Read full article.