The Blink Video Doorbell is a wire-free doorbell camera that can be used to see, hear, and speak to visitors from anywhere.
Specs & Quality
The Blink Video Doorbell has the following specs:
- 1080p HD video with night vision
- Two-way audio
- Battery-operated or wired
- Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant
- Local storage with Sync Module 2
The video quality of the Blink Video Doorbell is good, but not great. It is clear enough to see who is at your door, but it is not as sharp as some other doorbell cameras on the market. The night vision is also good, but it can be a bit grainy in low-light conditions.
The two-way audio on the Blink Video Doorbell is clear and easy to understand. You can easily talk to visitors without having to open the door.
The Blink Video Doorbell is battery-operated, but it can also be wired. If you choose to use batteries, they will need to be replaced every 2-3 months. If you wire the doorbell, you will never have to worry about battery life.
The Blink Video Doorbell is compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant. This means you can control it with your voice. For example, you can say “Alexa, show me the front door” and she will display a live feed from your doorbell on your Echo Show or Fire TV.
The Blink Video Doorbell also has local storage with Sync Module 2. This means you can record video clips to Sync Module 2 instead of paying for a cloud storage subscription.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Affordable
- Easy to install and use
- Wire-free
- 1080p HD video with night vision
- Two-way audio
- Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant
- Local storage with Sync Module 2
Cons:
- Battery life can be short
- No cloud storage subscription included
- Motion detection can be unreliable
- No floodlight or siren
Price
The Blink Video Doorbell costs $49.99. You can also purchase a Sync Module 2 for $39.99, which will give you local storage for your video clips.
Set up
The Blink Video Doorbell is easy to set up. You will need to download the Blink app and create an account. The app will walk you through the setup process step-by-step.
The first step is to connect the doorbell to your Wi-Fi network. Once the doorbell is connected to Wi-Fi, you will need to mount it on your door. The Blink app will walk you through the mounting process step-by-step.
Once the doorbell is mounted, you will need to sync it with Sync Module 2 (if you are using one). The Sync Module 2 will store your video clips locally so you don’t have to pay for a cloud storage subscription.
Once the doorbell is synced with Sync Module 2, you are ready to start using it. The Blink app will give you a live video feed from the doorbell, as well as motion alerts and notifications.
Overall, the Blink Video Doorbell is a great option for people who are looking for an affordable and reliable doorbell camera. It is easy to use and has great features, but the battery life can be short and there is no cloud storage subscription included.