Time to ditch Ring? This video doorbell has all the benefits and no subscription

ZDNET's key takeaways The Lorex 2K Wi-Fi video doorbell is available for $180. The doorbell comes in wired and wireless installations, communicates reliably, and includes a preinstalled 32GB microSD card for local storage so you can bypass subscription fees. Although it has a 2K resolution, the image is so wide angle that objects look distorted. $149.99 at Amazon Video doorbells are among the best ways to start your smart home journey. They are easy to use and often easy to install and provide much-needed surveillance. Although they may seem intimidating to set up for beginners, there's a video doorbell option for just about everyone, whether you're looking for a budget-friendly option or one that's easy to install. Also: This Eero device solved my biggest issue with my outdoor smart home devices Having tested several video doorbell options, I've enjoyed having the latest Lorex 2K Wi-Fi video doorbell. For easy installation, I prefer a battery-operated option, so I got the battery ... Read full article.