Reolink Video Doorbell (WIFI)
Verdict
Reolink’s Wi-Fi video doorbell remains a go-to choice thanks to sharp 2K video, flexible local storage to microSD or NVR, and a very fair roughly $100 price, though its person-only AI and lack of newer package or vehicle detections make it less appealing if you want cutting-edge smart features.
Pros
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Subscription ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 5.0
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Price & value ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5Typically selling around 100 dollars, it is widely viewed as great value given its resolution, storage flexibility, and lack of required subscription.
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Storage ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5Can record to a microSD card up to 256 GB or to Reolink NVRs, offering flexible local storage without mandatory cloud fees.
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Video resolution & detail ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
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App, software & firmware ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0
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Field of view & framing ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0
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Quick-reply / pre-recorded message usefulness ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0Supports pre-recorded quick replies so you can respond with canned messages when you cannot speak live.
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Recommendation for new buyers ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0Often framed as a go-to pick for buyers wanting a dependable, budget-friendly wired doorbell without ongoing fees, unless they insist on the latest AI extras.
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Wi-Fi range & stability ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0The Wi-Fi model supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, improving flexibility for placement and router compatibility.
Cons
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Object & person detection ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 3.0
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AI features ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 2.5Compared with newer competitors it feels dated, missing advanced AI such as package, vehicle, animal, and face recognition.
