Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera
By Ethan Halfhide · Updated
Wired doorbell with a 175-degree view and free on-device person detection.
Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera
Specifications
- Price
- $159.99
- Device type
- Video Doorbell
- Ecosystems
- Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit
- Rooms
- front-door, outdoor
- Connectivity
- wifi
- Hub required
- No
- Rental friendly
- No
- Matter certified
- No
- Installation
- Wired installation
- Energy Star
- No
- Local control
- No
- Voice control
- Yes
About
Ecobee's wired video doorbell offers a 175-degree field of view in a 1:1 aspect ratio, so you see the full doorstep including packages on the floor. The standout is pricing: person, package and vehicle detection run without a subscription, with Ecobee Smart Security only needed for extended video history. It integrates tightly with Ecobee thermostats and sensors, making it the obvious choice if you are already in that ecosystem.
Pros
- +Person and package detection with no subscription required
- +175-degree 1:1 view shows the whole doorstep
- +HomeKit Secure Video support
- +Tight integration with Ecobee thermostats
Cons
- −Hardwired only — needs existing doorbell wiring
- −Extended video history still requires a subscription
- −Smaller feature set than Ring or Nest at the same price
How it compares
| Device | Price | Ecosystems | Matter | Hub required | Local control |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera | $159.99 | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit | No | No | No |
| Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 | $229.99 | Alexa | No | No | No |
| Ring Battery Doorbell 4K Pro (2nd Gen) | $249.99 | Alexa | No | No | No |
| Google Nest Doorbell | $179.99 | Google Home | No | No | No |
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About the author
Ethan Halfhide: Ethan Halfhide is a smart home enthusiast and AI technologist who follows the connected home market closely, from smart locks and security cameras to robot vacuums, lighting, sensors and hubs. He curates HomeGearLab's device directory, comparing products on published specs, compatibility, setup requirements and price so readers can pick gear that fits their home and works together.