| Aqara Video Doorbell G4 with Chime, 1080p FHD HomeKit Secure Video, Gray | $79.99 | Not published by manufacturer; press reports IPX3 water resistanceSource conflict: Aqara markets generic weather resistance ("withstands extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, heavy rain, and snow") without a numeric code; independent testing reports IPX3. Recorded as no-published-IP with the IPX3 figure attributed to press.TechHive review ("Aqara doesn't quote an IP weatherization rating for the G4"), LinkdHome review ("considering its limited IPX3 water resistance rating you'll want to install under cover")conflict resolved | Six AA batteries (about four months per set per The Verge) OR wired to a standard doorbell transformer (8-24V AC 0.2A 50/60Hz or 8-24V DC 0.5A).TechHive review ("powered by six AA batteries (included) or wired to a standard doorbell transformer (12V-24V AC 0.2A 50/60Hz 8V-24V 0.5A)"), The Verge review ("six standard AA batteries should last about four months"; wired operation verified)2 sources | battery | LocalmicroSD card slot in included Chime Repeater stores clips locally; HomeKit Secure Video stores via iCloud+ (subscription to iCloud plan required) | No subscription needed |
| Arlo Video Doorbell 2K (2nd Gen) Wireless or Wired - 1-Cam | 2K head-to-toe video; Front door security; Package & person detection; Night vision, 2-way audio; 1-mo Secure plan incl. | $64.00 | Weather-resistant enclosure (no numeric IP code published for this model)Neither Arlo nor independent reviews publish a numeric IP code for the 2nd-gen doorbell; recorded as weather-resistant without an IP claim.PCMag review ("The weather-resistant enclosure is white with a glossy black face..."), Arlo Video Doorbell 2nd Generation user manual (outdoor installation guidance; no IP code stated)2 sources | Built-in rechargeable battery (up to ~6 months per charge) OR existing doorbell wiring 8-24 VAC, minimum 0.65A, 50/60Hz.Arlo user manual ("output rating 8-24Vac, minimum 0.65A, 50/60Hz" for wired supply), Arlo product page ("Comes with a rechargeable battery with 6 months of battery life")2 sources | battery | Cloudnone built-in (local storage possible only via optional Arlo SmartHub/Base Station, sold separately) | Required for history |
| Blink Video Doorbell - Head-to-toe HD view, two-year battery life, and simple setup. Sync Module Core included - System (Black) | $59.99 | Weather resistant (manufacturer does not publish an IP code); press reports conflict: IP65 (PCMag 2025 review) vs IP54 (DoorbellMount guide)Source conflict: Publishers disagree on the numeric code (IP65 vs IP54); Blink publishes none. Recorded as weather-resistant without a manufacturer-backed IP claim.PCMag Blink Video Doorbell (2025) review ("The doorbell, which has an IP65 weatherproof rating..."), DoorbellMount weather guide ("These doorbells IP54 rating"; operating range 4°F to 113°F / -20°C to 45°C for gen 1 and 2)conflict resolved | Two AA lithium batteries (up to two years per charge) OR existing doorbell wiring: 8-24 VAC at 50-60Hz, 40VA maximum (2nd-gen requirement; chime transformer must match).Blink Support, 2nd-gen installation ("requires a power supply between 8 - 24 volts, AC at 50 - 60Hz, and 40VA maximum"), SmartHomeCompared spec sheet (Power: wired or battery operation listed with weather resistance and 2.4GHz WiFi)2 sources | battery | Cloudnone included (Sync Module Core has no USB port; Sync Module 2 + USB drive sold separately enables local clip storage) | Required for history |
| eufy Security Video Doorbell E340, Dual Cameras, 2K FHD | $149.99 | IP65Digital Camera World review (Weather protection: IP65), RC Willey retailer listing (IP65 weatherproof rating)2 sources | 6500mAh removable rechargeable battery (up to ~6 months per charge) OR existing doorbell wiring (16-24V AC class); battery charges fully in ~5 hours.eufy official (6500mAh pack, 5h full charge), RC Willey listing (hybrid wired/battery operation)2 sources | battery | Local8GB built-in local storage; HomeBase optional expansion | No subscription needed |
| eufy Security Video Doorbell (Wired) S330 with Chime, Dual Cam, Delivery Guard, Security Camera, 2K with HDR, No Monthly Fee, 16-24V, 30VA, homebase NOT Supported, Motion Only Alert | $109.99 | IP65eufy official ("Models like Video Doorbell S220 and Video Doorbell S330 carry an IP65 rating, which is defined by the IEC 60529 international standard"), Consumer Reports review ("intended for outdoor use with an IP65 intrusion-protection rating")2 sources | Existing doorbell wiring required: 16-24VAC, 30VA or more (transformer below this standard must be replaced); no battery option.eufy official product notes ("The power requirement is wiring with 16-24VAC, 30VA, or more"), Walmart retailer listing ("Operates with a wired power supply, requiring 16-24V and 30VA for functionality")2 sources | wired | Localbuilt-in local storage on device (eMMC); HomeBase NOT supported per listing | No subscription needed |
| Google Nest Doorbell (Battery) - Snow | $154.99 | IP54 (weather resistant, not waterproof)Google Nest Doorbell (battery) Safety & Regulatory Guide ("Your Nest Doorbell is weather resistant in accordance with its IP54 rating, but it is not waterproof"), Security.org Nest Doorbell Battery review ("It also carries an IP54 rating"; operating range -4°F to 104°F)2 sources | Built-in rechargeable Li-Ion battery, 6 Ah, 3.65 V OR existing doorbell wiring 8-24 VAC, 10 VA, 50/60Hz (wiring powers chime and trickle-charges the battery).Google Store Nest Doorbell (battery) tech specs ("Built-in rechargeable Li-Ion battery, 6 Ah, 3.65 V... Voltage: 8–24 VAC - Power: 10 VA - Frequency: 50-60 Hz"), Google Store product page ("Requires 8–24 VAC, 10–40 VA transformer")2 sources | battery | Cloudnone (cloud recording only; up to 3 hours of event video history free without a plan) | Required for history |
| Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 3rd Gen) - 2K Video, Live View - 2025 - Snow | $179.99 | IP65Tom's Guide review ("it has an IP65 rating that ensures it should be able to withstand most weather conditions, including heavy rain"), PCWorld review ("operating temperature range of -4 degrees Fahrenheit to 104 F (-20 to 40 C). It is otherwise well protected from the elements, with an IP65 rating")2 sources | Existing doorbell wiring: 16-24 VAC, 10-40 VA, 50/60 Hz transformer (chime connector included for wired mechanical/digital chimes).Google Store Nest Doorbell Wired 3rd gen tech specs ("Existing doorbell wiring (16-24 VAC, 10–40VA, 50/60 Hz transformer)"), PCMag review ("requires a 16-24VAC, 10-40VA, 50/60Hz doorbell transformer... used with the chime connector, which Nest includes")2 sources | wired | Cloudnone (cloud recording only; up to 3 hours of event video history free without a plan) | Required for history |
| REOLINK Video Doorbell PoE 2K Wired Outdoor Security Camera with Chime V2 | No Subscription Local Storage, 4:3 Aspect Ratio, 180 Degree Diagonal, 2-Way Talk, Plug & Play, Smart Detection | $119.99 | Weatherproof (official spec sheet wording); retail listings state IP65Reolink's own spec sheet says "Weatherproof" without a numeric code on this model; the IP65 figure appears in retail listings and community discussion of the PoE doorbell. Recorded with that attribution.Reolink official product page ("With its water-resistant design, the video doorbell can handle harsh weather conditions"), Walmart retailer listing ("Features IP65 weatherproof protection")partial dual-source | PoE: IEEE 802.3af, 48V active (single Ethernet cable for power + network); also supports hardwired 12-24VAC 50/60Hz or 24VDC power input.Reolink product page specs ("IEEE 802.3af, 48V Active · Hardwired · 12-24VAC 50/60Hz, 24VDC"), Reolink Support spec table ("IEEE 802.3af, 48V Active · 12-24VAC 50/60Hz, 24VDC")2 sources | poe | LocalmicroSD card slot up to 256GB; works with Reolink NVR / Home Hub for continuous local recording | No subscription needed |
| Ring Battery Doorbell 2K (newest model) Retinal 2K with wide-angle video, up to 6x Enhanced Zoom, Two-Way Talk, and Built-In Battery, Matte Mocha | $99.99 | Weather Resistant IPX (Ring does not publish a full IP code); operating range -5°F to 120°F (-20.5°C to 48.5°C)Manufacturer states generic "IPX"; independent press reports IPX5-class splash/jet resistance. No dust-protection digit is published.Ring product page ("Operating Conditions -5°F to 120°F (-20.5°C to 48.5°C), Weather Resistant IPX"), BGR ("Ring doorbells have an IPX5 rating")2 sources | Built-in rechargeable battery (quick-release charging); optional wiring into existing doorbell system 8-24 VAC, 40 VA max, 50/60Hz transformer.Ring product page ("Setup Requirement - Only if wiring in: Standard doorbell system with 8-24 VAC, 40 VA max, 50/60Hz doorbell transformer"; "built-in rechargeable battery"), CNET Ring doorbells roundup (battery model usable anywhere without wiring; wired chime wiring optional)2 sources | battery | Cloudnone (cloud recording only) | Required for history |
| Ring Wired Doorbell 4K Pro (Newest Model), Retinal 4K with wide-angle video, 10x Enhanced Zoom, and Night Vision, Deep Silver | $179.99 | Weather Resistant (no IP code published); operating range -4°F to 120°F (-20°C to 48.5°C)Neither publisher lists a numeric IP code for this model; recorded as weather-resistant without IP claim.Ring product page ("Operating Conditions -4°F to 120°F (-20°C to 48.5°C), Weather Resistant"), Blackwire Designs spec sheet ("Operating Conditions Doorbell: -4°F to 120°F (-20°C to 48.5°C), Weather Resistant")2 sources | Standard doorbell system, or Ring plug-in adapter (not included): 16 or 24 VAC, 10 to 40 VA (30-40 VA recommended), 50/60Hz; or 24 VDC 12W. No halogen or garden-lighting transformers.Ring product page ("16 or 24VAC, 10 to 40VA (with 30 to 40VA recommended for optimal performance), 50/60Hz or 24VDC 12W"), Blackwire Designs spec sheet ("Standard doorbell system... with 16 or 24VAC, 10 to 40VA")2 sources | wired | Cloudnone (cloud recording only) | Required for history |
| WYZE Wired Doorbell Camera v2 (Existing Doorbell Wiring Required), 2K HD | Security Video Doorbell, Color Night Vision, 2-Way Audio, Package Monitor, Works with Alexa & Google Assistant | $56.07 | IP65Numeric IP65 code comes from PCMag; Wyze marketing states weather durability without printing the code on the v2 product page.PCMag review ("It has an IP65 weatherproof rating"), Wyze retail site ("Rated to withstand any weather")partial dual-source | Existing doorbell wiring required: 16-24 VAC (transformer near chime must meet requirement); no battery option.Wyze product page ("Wyze Video Doorbell v2 requires a power input of 16-24V AC... check your transformer"), PCMag review (wired installation through existing doorbell wiring)2 sources | wired | LocalmicroSD card slot for local recording (card sold separately) | No subscription needed |