Is having a video doorbell really worth it?

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Are video doorbells worth buying? What’s the point of installing one if thieves will still grab a box from your porch?

There are endless amounts of videos posted to the web of doorbell cam footage. Often showing a person stealing the owner’s package – sometimes before the delivery driver leaves!

So why would you even bother installing one? Seems like a waste of money, doesn’t it? But maybe, just maybe, the main benefit of having a video doorbell is to monitor and keep your home safe from an intruder.

An intruder is a much bigger threat than a package thief, and doorbell cameras are typically inexpensive. When you look at it that way, it doesn’t seem like a bad purchase anymore.

Doorbell Cameras Prevent Intruders

What person in their right mind would want to enter a home that has cameras on the outside? If there are cameras on the outside, then there is probably some sort of alarm system, which may also include cameras on the inside.

They Aren’t Effective At Stopping Package Theft

Doorbell cameras became popular as people wanted to stop thieves from taking their packages. Well, turns out they didn’t work… Like seriously, they didn’t work at all. Check out the video below, it shows a package being stolen directly from the delivery driver! Insane!

We even asked the Quora community about doorbell cameras and most responses had the same point – they simply don’t work.

Should You Install a Doorbell Cam?

They might not prevent theft, but they do provide you with a chance of identifying the thief. They also prevent intruders from entering your home. We still recommend you install a security system to completely secure your home, but doorbell cams can work well with your existing system.

Both Blink and Ring offer doorbell cameras to go with their line of security cameras. Both options are great, as they work with Alexa and make it easy for you to monitor your cameras remotely. Check out our comparison article here if you want to know which camera system is right for you.

Top 5 Doorbell Cameras to Buy

When choosing a doorbell camera, consider factors like video quality, smart features, installation requirements, and integration with your existing smart home ecosystem. Evaluate your needs and budget to find the best fit for your home.

Here are some of the top doorbell cameras on the market right now:

So, is having a video doorbell worth it? We think so! It keeps your home safe, and at the very least it allows you to monitor who is at your front door!