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- Link:
- https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B081C4JN51/ref … PXVABYZQNY
- Price:
- $217.99
- Retailer:
- Amazon.ca
I know back in Dec 2020, and early Jan 2021 it was on sale for $209, but at $217.99 ($237.99 – $20 Amazon instant Coupon) is still a pretty good price. Regular price is $329 on amazon. Homedepot has it for $279 right now
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B081C4JN51/ref … PXVABYZQNY
Amazon product: eufy Security, Wireless Video Doorbell (Battery-Powered) with 2K HD, No Monthly Fee, On-Device AI for Human Detection, 2-Way Audio, Simple Self-Installation
Customer Reviews:
UPDATE: so I’ve had it for a bit and I can say that if your doorbell is aimed at a busy street, expect the battery to not last (obviously). So I need to consider reducing the detection range or wiring it in, as I’ve gotten like 8 months of event triggers in under a month (didn’t know my street was that busy). The AI does a decent job filtering and I haven’t been notified of a car or animal, but it over filters and I’ll get video of me leaving but not of me coming back in minutes later for example. There is a slight conversation delay of maybe 2 to 5 seconds, but it’s not bad. My purple video issue returned and nothing I did could fix it, so I think I got a lemon. It still works, but the video is purple. Anker support is awesome and I’m sure they’ll fix it replace it. So I’m not reducing my rating. Most issues I have are due to my specific situation and the other things will likely be improved with fort software updates. I’ll probably update this review again after I’ve had it a number of months or in a year. | Original review: | Where to start. Doorbell came quickly and was bigger than expected. Installation was quick and easy because it’s battery operated; no rewiring required. | Pros. | 1. No monthly subscription. Video is stored locally inside the chime/hub unit inside your house. Hub acts as a chime, so no need to buy another piece like Ring. | 2. Picture is very clear and audio is fairly loud and clear. | 3. App is pretty good and the instant thumbnails of people faces with the notifications is great. | 4. Live view opened quick, which was my biggest issue with the Ring products as I couldn’t open the live view for many minutes and after multiple attempts. | 5. Anker customer service is top notch. | 6. AI for motion detection. No false alarms yet. But…. Read the cons.. | 7. Records without internet and base station can be put closer to the doorbell. | 8. 6 month battery (claimed), though this is yet to be seen. If I get 3 to 4 months, I’d be satisfied. If not, I may wire it in. | Cons? | 1. Initially, my picture was purple and I don’t know why. But that issue seems to have resolved itself or after I played with some settings. I’m not sure which. | 2. Motion detection is, uncertain and I haven’t decided on it. It seems to detect the motion, but not show it because the AI decided it wasn’t worth reporting (I have it set to people only). So I’ve had some where I have notification and video of me leaving, but not of my coming back. Not sure why. I will play with the sensitivity and motion zones to try to find a good balance. | 3. It’s big, so maybe a little awkward in placement of your placing on the door frame. | 4. Security. Let’s be honest, it’s held to the base with a small notch, like the Ring and other popular doorbells. They give you a key, but these aren’t special offer unique. So it’s kind of a snap to steal if you wanted. Sure the recording is kept in the house with this unit, but I would expect thieves to be smart enough to cover up before stealing. Ring and Google have a theft warranty, I’m not sure Anker/Eufy has one. You can install another bracket under or across the unit to make it more difficult, keeping in mind you’ll also have to remove this bracket reach time you need to remove the unit to recharge the battery. | 5. Not having a removable battery is kind of a downer. It takes 3 to 6 hours to charge (depending on your amp). Would have been nice to be able to pop out the battery and slide in a charged one quickly to limit downtime. Batteries degrade over time as well, so being able to replace one would be easier and cheaper in the future (unless you’re wired). | That’s it for now, I may update if my opinion changes or improves. But so far so good.
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