Starfish - SMART Doorbell Security Camera - White Doorbell with White Chime

Prioritize reliable motion alerts, clear two‑way audio, high‑resolution video, night vision, and robust app support. Check for HDR and low‑light performance.

Most wired video doorbells need 16–24 VAC and may require a chime adapter. Confirm transformer output and mechanical vs. digital chime compatibility.

Look for PIR and radar/human detection zones. Use activity zones, sensitivity controls, and package/people recognition to reduce cars and tree motions.

Aim for 1080p or higher with a wide vertical FOV (to see packages) and HDR for backlit scenes. Distortion correction helps with fisheye lenses.

Many brands offer optional local storage via microSD or NVR; others require a cloud plan for history. Compare costs and retention policies.

Place notices where required, disable audio where laws restrict it, and use privacy zones to mask neighbors. Secure accounts with 2FA.

Check native support for your ecosystem and automations (door unlock, lights, announcements). Verify firmware update cadence and support lifespan.

Mount at 48–52 inches high, keep wires strain‑relieved, and use weather gaskets. If brick or stucco, use masonry anchors and seal penetrations.

Provide strong 2.4 GHz coverage; some models support 5 GHz. Assign DHCP reservations and avoid saturated channels for stable streaming.

Clean lenses, check for insects in chimes, update firmware, and review zones seasonally. Replace swollen batteries in wireless models as needed.