Smart Video Doorbells

Smart WiFi doorbells

With a smart doorbell (video doorbell), you combine convenience and security at your front door. You receive an alert when someone rings the bell or when motion is detected (depending on the model), view live video instantly on your smartphone, and communicate with visitors via two-way audio. This is practical for parcel deliveries, unexpected visitors, and extra control when you’re not at home. In this category you’ll find smart doorbells that fit popular smart home ecosystems, so you can easily integrate your front door into your wider Smart Home.

Why choose a video doorbell?

A video doorbell is especially valuable because it combines three functions in one: see, talk, and respond. You can see who’s at the door, speak back immediately, and decide whether to open—or, for example, give instructions to the delivery driver. This improves both convenience and your sense of security. And when you make it part of Smart Security, you get a clear system where alerts, live video, and follow-up actions work together logically.

Key specifications to look for

1) Image quality: 1080P Full HD or higher

Image quality determines how much detail you can see at the front door. 1080P Full HD is an excellent baseline for most situations, while some models offer other resolutions as well. If you want to judge faces and situations clearly (also in lower light), don’t choose on resolution alone—combine it with strong night vision performance and a wide viewing angle.

2) Viewing angle: how wide do you want to see?

The viewing angle determines how much of your front door, driveway, or porch is in frame. A wider angle is useful if you don’t have a perfect mounting position or if you want to see both the door and part of the path. In this category you’ll find models with wide angles (such as 140° and 170°), which helps reduce “blind spots” in real-world use.

3) Night vision: usable images after dark

Because many door events happen in the evening, night vision is essential. Check the listed features (day/night vision) and—if mentioned—the range. With solid night vision, your video doorbell remains useful in the dark and your alerts stay valuable instead of showing unclear footage.

4) Weather resistance: IP rating for outdoor use

For outdoor mounting, protection against dust and water matters. Look for the IP rating (such as IP65) if your doorbell is exposed to rain and wind. This improves long-term reliability and helps prevent issues caused by weather.

5) Connectivity: often WiFi 2.4GHz

Many smart doorbells run on WiFi 2.4GHz. This matters for installation: check in advance whether your WiFi coverage at the front door is strong enough and whether 2.4GHz is enabled on your router. A stable connection is crucial for fast alerts, smooth live view, and reliable communication.

Choose your ecosystem: Smartlife Domotica or Tuya

For long-term ease of use, it’s smart to stay within one ecosystem. In this category you’ll find smart doorbells within Smartlife Domotica and Tuya. If you already have other smart devices, using the same app/environment often works best. That way you manage alerts, settings, and (where supported) automations centrally and expand your smart home step by step.

Make your smart doorbell part of a complete security setup

A video doorbell works great as a standalone solution, but becomes even stronger as part of a complete setup. Combine your doorbell with a camera for extra visibility around the home, or add sensors and an alarm system for a full security layer. For many homes this is the most logical route: a doorbell at the front, camera(s) in strategic spots, and sensors along walking routes or entry points.

• Smart cameras – extra visibility around and inside your home, with live view and alerts.
• Smart alarm systems – active security with scenarios (home/away/night).
• PIR motion sensors – targeted detection where you need it most.

Frequently asked questions

Does a smart doorbell work on 5GHz WiFi?

Many models primarily use 2.4GHz (and some only support 2.4GHz). Always check the specifications of the model you choose and make sure you have good coverage at the front door.

What matters more: resolution or viewing angle?

Both matter. Resolution determines detail; the viewing angle determines how much you can see. For most front doors, a combination of Full HD (or better), a wide viewing angle, and strong night vision is the most practical setup.