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Best smart video doorbells that don't need subscriptions
Feb 6, 2025
Ring and Nest require a monthly fee to record video, but there are other options if you want a subscription-free video doorbell
Standard video doorbell subscriptions typically range from around £30 to £60 annually, but they can top £100 if you want to store video clips for more than a month or cover multiple devices.
Plus, the price of any subscription can go up, as seen with the 40% price hike on Ring's Basic plan last year.
However, you don't necessarily need to lock yourself into ongoing charges if you pick a smart doorbell with 'free' local storage options.
We explain how prices differ between the major brands so you know what you're getting into before you buy.
Smart doorbell reviews - compare upfront costs, features and subscription fees to get the best deal
Subscription-free smart video doorbells
Ezviz DB1C
If you're on a tight budget, this cheap doorbell from Ezviz is appealing. It has a tall 1,080p Full HD resolution camera, night vision and motion detection, all for comfortably under £50.
Just bear in mind that as it requires hardwiring to the electricity supply, you might need to pay for professional installation.
As you can store video locally on a storage device of up to 256GB, you only need to sign up to a cloud plan if you want to access video online. We cover Ezviz subscription costs below.
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