Wyze Video Doorbell Pro Review: A Real Smart Doorbell for Under $100
The video doorbell market is mostly subscription traps. Ring wants $100/year for Protect before you can see any clip history. The Wyze Video Doorbell Pro at $80 includes 14 days of free cloud event storage, no subscription required, 2K HDR video, and a 3:4 ratio that shows packages on the ground in addition to faces.
We installed one and tested it for 60 days through normal weather. Here's what we found.
At a glance
| Product | Best for | Price | Works with |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyze Video Doorbell Pro | Best value | $80 | Alexa, Google, Wyze app |
| Ring Video Doorbell (4th gen) | Ring ecosystem | $99.99 | Alexa, Ring app |
| Eufy Video Doorbell E340 | Local-only storage | $79.99 | Alexa, Google, Eufy app |
Prices fluctuate — Amazon runs sales regularly on all of these. Verify the live price before clicking buy.
What we tested
60-day outdoor installation at a front door. We tested: motion detection accuracy, night video quality, two-way audio clarity, connection stability in rain, and Alexa chime integration (Echo devices announcing visitors).
Wyze Video Doorbell Pro
The Pro addresses the main complaint about the original Wyze doorbell: the 3:4 ratio now shows the person's face and the package at their feet in the same frame. Video is 2K HDR — in direct sunlight with heavy shadows (the worst condition for doorbell cameras), the HDR processing keeps detail in both bright and dark areas. Free 14-day cloud event clips, no subscription required.
Pros
- +2K HDR video — handles high-contrast lighting better than standard 1080p
- +3:4 aspect ratio shows both face AND packages on the ground
- +Free 14-day cloud event clips — no subscription required for basic alerts and playback
- +Motion zones — draw exactly which parts of your view trigger alerts
- +Clear two-way audio on both ends
- +Hardwired — always powered, no battery to charge
Cons
- −Hardwired installation required — needs existing doorbell wiring
- −Cam Plus ($2/month) needed for person/package-specific detection vs. general motion
- −Wyze's 2024 security incident — relevant for always-on outdoor cameras
Homeowners with existing doorbell wiring who want a real video doorbell without a monthly subscription. Great if you already own Wyze devices.
Ring Video Doorbell (4th Gen)
The name everyone knows in video doorbells. Alexa integration is the best of any doorbell (chimes on all Echos automatically). The downside: meaningful features — clip history, person detection — are behind Ring Protect at $10/month or $100/year. Without it, you get live view and real-time alerts only.
Pros
- +Best Alexa integration of any doorbell
- +Established ecosystem with Ring cameras and alarm
- +Battery or hardwired option available
Cons
- −$100/year Ring Protect for clip history — without it, value is weak
- −More expensive than Wyze for the same base features
- −Ring app is more bloated than Wyze
Deep in the Amazon/Alexa ecosystem and okay with a subscription for clip history.
Eufy Video Doorbell E340
The right pick if Wyze's cloud history concerns you. Eufy stores everything locally on a HomeBase hub — clips never leave your home by default. No subscription required for full local recording. Factor in the HomeBase cost ($70–$100) when comparing to Wyze.
Pros
- +Local storage — clips stay on your HomeBase, not in the cloud
- +Dual camera: wide angle + telephoto
- +No subscription for full local recording history
Cons
- −Requires a Eufy HomeBase separately — adds $70–$100 to total cost
- −More complex initial setup
Security-conscious users who want footage stored at home. Factor in HomeBase cost before buying.
FAQ
Does the Wyze Video Doorbell work without a subscription?
Yes. You get 14-day free cloud storage for motion-triggered event clips. Person/package/pet detection requires Cam Plus at $2/month. For most people, the free tier is enough.
Does it work in apartments?
Probably not — it requires hardwired doorbell wiring. Most apartments don't have this. For renters, look at the Eufy Wireless Video Doorbell or Ring Battery Doorbell, which run on rechargeable batteries.
Will it ring inside my house?
Yes. If you have an existing mechanical chime, it connects to that. You can also use Alexa on Echo devices to announce 'someone is at the front door' when the button is pressed.
The bottom line
The Wyze Video Doorbell Pro is the best value hardwired video doorbell under $100. Free cloud storage, 2K HDR, 3:4 ratio.
Go Ring if you're deep in Alexa and okay with a subscription. Go Eufy if cloud storage is a privacy concern — and budget for the HomeBase.