How could a smart home product help you?

“I have arthritis and I have been on crutches for the past 4 years. If someone knocks on the door I have to hope that they will wait for me to answer the door but that doesn't always happen. I have put a notice up by the door for callers to be patient. To have a smart product that allows me to see who is at the door speak to them and give them instructions would make my life so much easier.”

Gail, EE Store Customer

It’s annoying having to rush to the front door when the bell rings, or someone’s knocked at the door. Smart video doorbells are a great addition to any home and mean you don’t have to rush to answer the door! As well as the added convenience of smart doorbells, they’re also great for security. With motion detection built-in, you’ll be alerted as soon as someone’s stepped foot on your property (in range of the doorbell). Alerts will be sent to your smartphone, tablet or PC.

You can answer your door from your smartphone, whether in the house or at your desk at work, and talk to couriers when they’re delivering a parcel. That way you'll never miss a parcel delivery again. Smart video doorbells, like our recommended one below, have 1080p HD video, night vision and two-way-talk so you don’t miss a thing on your property day and night. You can easily control them within the app, using your smartphone and even set quick replies. It's like an answer machine for your front door! You can even charge your smart video doorbell without removing the device from your door with the rechargable quick-release battery pack. Our recommendation even features a People Only Mode so you can get notifications only when a person is at your front door. Perfect for pet owners.

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Our verdict...

“Smart video doorbells let you answer the door from anywhere. You could be upstairs at home, or sitting in a café. It’s especially helpful if mobility is difficult for you. Never miss a delivery again and keep an eye on your front door at all times, for increased security and peace of mind.”

You can easily connect your smart video doorbell to your smartphone so you're always aware of visitors on your property, which is helpful if mobility is difficult for you. Or you've got a delivery and you're sitting in the garden. Instead of having to put a notice on your door, which some visitors may miss, you can just receive alerts when the bell has rung and/or when motion is detected at your door. The two-way-talk feature means you can give visitors instructions, especially handy for postal workers, who can either leave your parcel with a neighbour or in a safe spot. You can answer your door without getting up and either tell visitors, like family members and friends, to come in or say you’ll be with them in a minute.