Want a Ring doorbell, but don't want to pay a monthly fee? Here are 3 subscription-free alternatives – tested, and recommended

I'm a smart home tech editor, and these are my top picks if you're looking for a video doorbell without any extra charges.
Android

Aqara’s G410 Doorbell Camera Is Smarter, Sharper, and Works Without Monthly Fees

Aqara’s new Doorbell Camera Hub G410 offers 2K video, advanced human detection, and broad smart home compatibility including Matter, HomeKit, Alexa, and Google Home. It supports wired or ...
PC World

Night Owl Solar-Powered Battery Camera review: No wires, no fees

A solid pick for basic home security with no monthly fees—just be prepared for a stripped-down app experience and limited smart home compatibility. Outdoor security cameras used to be a hassle, with ...
CNN

Blink just launched a new version of its best-tested video doorbell camera

Blink first launched its original video doorbell all the way back in 2021. Nearing its fifth birthday, the smart home accessory is beginning to show its age in an era of more intelligent and more ...
PC World

myQ Doorbell Camera review: It’s a dead ringer

The myQ Doorbell Camera fits right in with Chamberlain’s expanding ecosystem, although a few bugs—and for the time being, the absence of an indoor chime—hobble the device. The world needs another ...