Do you have a doorbell cam?

@snowy22315 (195545)
United States
July 8, 2025 1:57pm CST
On Prime Days they are marked way down. The also have other video doorbell systems that are much less If you have one of these how useful do you find it? Rarely do people venture up here although I would be curious to see what animals do.
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@LadyDuck (482900)
• Italy
9 Jul
I had one in Switzerland, not here.
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@snowy22315 (195545)
• United States
10 Jul
You might want to get one.
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@LadyDuck (482900)
• Italy
10 Jul
@snowy22315 we had an Intercom, all the apartments have the same.
@AmbiePam (102455)
• United States
8 Jul
My dad got me an off brand like the one he has. Because I live in an apartment I get a lot of cell phone notifications about who is in front of my door, but after a couple of incidents here it is worth it. I like mine and my dad and Diana like theirs. My sister and BIL have an actual Ring.
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@AmbiePam (102455)
• United States
8 Jul
@snowy22315 That’s a good deal.
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@snowy22315 (195545)
• United States
8 Jul
The knock off brand is only 20 bucks
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@rakski (147721)
• Philippines
9 Jul
Video doorbells can be surprisingly useful, even in quiet areas.
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@snowy22315 (195545)
• United States
9 Jul
Other than seeing what animals are nearby don't know what else..Maybe keep from being startled or something
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@rakski (147721)
• Philippines
9 Jul
@MarieCoyle yes, that is what I have in mind
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@MarieCoyle (48052)
9 Jul
@snowy22315 I really like the feature that even if I am not home, I can see any activity through my phone and it tells me if someone is by the door.
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@nela13 (59079)
• Portugal
9 Jul
I don't have a cam but it is useful for sure.
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@snowy22315 (195545)
• United States
9 Jul
Yeah, funds are a little tight now..so don't think I am going to buy one.
@LindaOHio (199862)
• United States
9 Jul
I bought one about 3 years ago; and hubby never installed it.
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@MarieCoyle (48052)
9 Jul
I am not sure how this would work without a smartphone? I mean...you could hook it to your computer, but that would have to be on to even get notifications for the camera.
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@LindaOHio (199862)
• United States
10 Jul
@MarieCoyle I bought one with a separate screen. The screen has to be plugged in and on to work. It was one of the only ones I found that didn't require a smartphone.
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@MarieCoyle (48052)
10 Jul
@LindaOHio I personally really like the smartphone option. I like that I can see who comes to the door when I am not at home, and often I am gone a lot, it's been very helpful.
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@MarieCoyle (48052)
8 Jul
My oldest son decided mom needed door cams so yes, I have them. I think in my case it gives me peace of mind.
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@snowy22315 (195545)
• United States
8 Jul
I am thinking about it
@MarieCoyle (48052)
9 Jul
@snowy22315 I don’t live in a scary neighborhood or anything, but I want to see who is on the other side of the door. I guess I am being cautious, but it’s ok because if I don’t know them, I don’t answer the door.
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@snowy22315 (195545)
• United States
10 Jul
@MarieCoyle Never fails to be too prepared or informed.
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@wolfgirl569 (121877)
• Marion, Ohio
8 Jul
We like them
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@Deepizzaguy (113723)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
8 Jul
My home does not have a doorbell camera.
@NJChicaa (124562)
• United States
8 Jul
I don't. I want one but I also don't want to pay for internet. There are options but I don't have the intellect or patience to try to figure them out. Not my wheelhouse. There is already 1 up here on the 3rd floor along with 2 on the 2nd and 2 on the ground floor.
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@aninditasen (17625)
• Raurkela, India
9 Jul
I have a CCTV but not a video door bell. I wish I had that. I should research about it.
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9 Jul
No We do not have a doorbell cam Don't want one to be honest. Had no problems not having one.
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