Lorex
2K Wi-Fi Video Doorbell (Battery)
$149.00
$179.99
Beware: the FCC has banned Lorex doorbell cameras for official US government use due to China-related privacy concerns. This is Lorex's only battery-powered doorbell camera. Recordings stored locally — no subscription required.
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Features & Specs
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Wireless Installation Possible: Yes
This doorbell can be installed completely wirelessly, but it can also be hardwired to supply constant power to the battery.
Requires Drilling: No
Lorex offers an adhesive no-drill mounting bracket, sold separately, as an alternative installation solution for those who prefer not to drill
Video Recording Storage: Local Storage
Lorex exclusively offers local storage on its doorbell cameras — there is no cloud subscription upgrade option.
Overhead View Capability: No
This doorbell does not have overhead view capabilities.
Pre-Recording: No
This doorbell doesn't have a pre-recording feature.
Camera Resolution: 2k
This doorbell streams and records video in 2K resolution.
Needs Recharging: Maybe
If used wirelessly, this doorbell will need to be periodically recharged. If hardwired, it will be recharged via electrical power but may still need recharging occasionally if the trickle charge is not sufficient.
Chimes With Smart Speaker: Yes
Lorex doorbells can be set up to notify you from an Amazon Echo speaker if someone rings the bell, but it will not work on Google Home speakers — Google Home does not support this feature for third-party devices.
Integrates With Wired Chime: Yes
When wired, this doorbell may work with your existing doorbell chime.
Person Detection: Yes
This doorbell can tell the difference between people and other types of motion and send notifications accordingly.
Has Paired Chime Device Options: Yes
Lorex sells a Wi-Fi chimebox that is compatible with all of its doorbell cameras.
Comes With Chime Device: No
Lorex doorbells do not come bundled with chimes — you’ll need to buy them separately.
Removable Battery: No
In order to recharge this doorbell, you must take it off the mounting bracket and charge it indoors — there is no removable battery.
Native Mobile App: Lorex
The Lorex mobile app will provide the best experience when managing Lorex doorbells.
Package Detection: No
This doorbell cannot detect if a package has been left at your door.
Amazon Alexa Compatibility: Partial
Lorex doorbells can be linked to Alexa, allowing you to use Alexa voice commands and stream doorbell video to Amazon devices. You may not have access to all the features you would on an Amazon (Ring or Blink) doorbell.
Amazon Alexa Voice Compatibility: Yes
You can use Alexa voice commands to control your Lorex doorbell.
Head-to-Toe Video: No
This doorbell doesn't have head-to-toe video.
Google Home Compatibility: Partial
Lorex doorbells can be linked to Google Home, allowing you to use Google Assistant voice commands and stream doorbell video to Google devices. You may not have access to all the features you would on a Google (Nest) doorbell, including the ability to have the doorbell chime on a Google Home speaker as Google does not support this feature for third-party devices.
Google Assistant Voice Compatibility: Yes
You can use Google Assistant voice commands to control your Lorex doorbell.
Facial Recognition: No
This doorbell cannot recognize faces.
Animal Detection: No
This doorbell cannot specifically detect animal motion.
Vehicle Detection: No
This doorbell cannot specifically detect vehicle motion.
Apple HomeKit Compatibility: None
Lorex doorbells are not compatible with Apple Homekit.
Apple Siri Voice Compatibility: No
Lorex doorbells are not compatible with Siri.
Samsung SmartThings Compatibility: None
Lorex doorbells are not compatible with Samsung SmartThings.
Color Night Vision: Yes
Lorex doorbells let you see low-light video in full color.
Continuous Recording: No
This doorbell doesn't support continuous recording.
Dual Band Wi-Fi: Yes
This doorbell can connect to Wi-Fi on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies.
Uses Bridge Device: No
Lorex doorbells do not connect to bridge devices.
Built-In Siren: Yes
This doorbell has a security siren to deter intruders.
Motion-Activated Nightlight: Yes
The Lorex nightlight is a small light that illuminates the area directly below the doorbell.
Quick Replies: Yes
Lorex quick replies, called Quick Responses, are pre-recorded audio messages that you can trigger via the Lorex app.
Power Over Ethernet (PoE): No
This doorbell doesn't support power over ethernet (PoE).
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