Video doorbells

The simplest way to keep an eye on the front of your house and remotely manage visitors, a video doorbell is a must-have smart-home security gadget

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Video doorbells are a common sight on UK streets, and for good reason – in addition to adding an extra layer of security, they also have many other beneficial smart features. They record footage from outside your home and ping you a notification when someone is nearby or ringing the bell. You can view saved videos at any time from your device.

Best of all, video doorbells allow you to accept deliveries even when you're not home, or vet potential canvassers before opening the door.

In our guide, we've picked a variety of options for all needs and budgets. If you want a complete smart-home security setup, it's worth looking at which ones work best with preexisting security cameras, or those you intend to purchase in the future.

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GOOGLE NEST DOORBELL (BATTERY)

£179.99, google.com