Reolink Video Doorbells - Which ONE is the BEST? Black vs White Models

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  • Опубликовано: 24 дек 2024

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  • @TerryPullen
    @TerryPullen 2 месяца назад +12

    I would like to see Reolink integrate its cameras so that when one camera detects motion, other Reolink cameras can zoom/focus to a preset point that the user can choose. Thanks for taking the time to post the video.

    • @irongeek4182
      @irongeek4182 2 месяца назад

      @terryPullen I read on a Reddit this is possible using the Home Hub with one of its apps.

    • @Noizy_Boi
      @Noizy_Boi 2 месяца назад +1

      Some of the PTZ cams can be linked to do something like this. I don't have 2 that can link yet so haven't been able to try it.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад

      That would be nice. Thanks for watching!

    • @Franksey180
      @Franksey180 23 дня назад

      Similarly would be nice to be able to trigger the spot lights on selected (or all) cameras simultenously. Integration with Amazon Alexa would be handy.

  • @matthewbryson6161
    @matthewbryson6161 2 месяца назад +6

    Perfect timing for this video. I only just watched your older video for the black doorbell yesterday and wished you had a video for the new white model with package detection. A day late, you release this video. Thanks very much. I haven't seen another video comparing the two models. Thanks for delivering on this.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад +1

      Thanks for watching!

    • @bvilleD
      @bvilleD 2 месяца назад +1

      Rumour has it that lifehakster has so many cameras, he's got one in our homes as well. Thus, over heard your convo

    • @3litepker
      @3litepker Месяц назад

      Did you change to the new one at the end?

  • @Stephyayy123
    @Stephyayy123 2 месяца назад +8

    It would be cool if we could upload mp3 or any sound files to replace the existing siren/voice messages. I know Reolink allows us to reocrd it but recording it isnt high quality and not loud volume than uploading original file.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад +1

      True. That would be nice.

    • @missdee212
      @missdee212 2 месяца назад +1

      Where exactly does the recorded file go in your computer you can copy your own mp3 file to that folder it saves it to. Or rename your copied mp3 to the exact same name and drag it into that folder snd see if it works then

    • @Berry.007
      @Berry.007 2 месяца назад +2

      It's already possible. I have done it a year ago on my PoE version

  • @olli8977
    @olli8977 2 месяца назад +4

    Reolink doorbel has work so Well even in Finland wich is so cold place at winter, super happy whit it. Thanks for making these videos

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад +1

      Great to hear! Thanks for watching!

  • @123Osaka456
    @123Osaka456 2 месяца назад +2

    Now that unifi protect has Onvif support, I am excited to integrate reolink into my ecosystem

  • @drumsonly44
    @drumsonly44 2 месяца назад +2

    Wish you could hold press on notifications and pause them like you can with the ring app on iOS

  • @ScottLongwellR
    @ScottLongwellR 2 месяца назад +5

    Great video! I'm curious, Why do you use the WiFi version instead of the POE version? Especially since you're running ethernet to it anyways.

    • @JasGawera
      @JasGawera 2 месяца назад

      I got the WiFi version as I already had power wires to the door. I planned to lay ethernet too but no rush as WiFi is working fine. I have the option now.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад +1

      Most people will have the doorbell wiring anyways but I did choose the WIFI version mostly because with a cloud subscription, you can also have rich notifications.

  • @Denizenn
    @Denizenn 2 месяца назад +1

    I believe they released a second gen of the black one that has all the features of this white on but still 4:3 ratio. I see different versions on reolinks firmware page

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад

      That's great to know. Thanks.

  • @miatared
    @miatared 2 месяца назад +2

    Another great useful video. Very much appreciated. A special request : you should show the setup for recording both to the NVR or Hub & the SDcard. Currently I'm using the hub and cannot see my SD card, it does not show up anywhere in the app or the PC client... It would great to record and have access on both. Thank you.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад +1

      I have mentioned this on my Hub review.. I think but at that time I was testing it, the SD card is able to record motion events but you will not be able to view it on the app. Reolink will or has update this, I'm not sure when. As to the NVR, you have to setup the doorbell by itself first (not plugged in on the NVR) and when you go to the NVR settings and add a channel, it will show up there and you can add from there. Then, it will records to both the SD card and the NVR.

    • @miatared
      @miatared 2 месяца назад

      ​@@LifeHackster Thank you - it is obviously not very clear from Reolink.

  • @Josh.1234
    @Josh.1234 2 месяца назад +1

    Great info! I had a whole aystem delivery this week and about to install this weekend. Just returned the black doorbell and repordered the white one.
    My porch and stoop is not real wide and having more vertical view will see a package better and the stairs/walkway leading up.
    Funny reolink doesnt make that super obvious in their amazon listings.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад +1

      I know, a lot of people will get confused on what to purchase plus there is also PoE models on both.

    • @Josh.1234
      @Josh.1234 2 месяца назад

      @@LifeHackster yeah and they don't make the model numbers very obvious either between all those types of doorbells.
      Another crazy thing is you can't add it to your NVR without setting up a monitor on it.

  • @Kaienhere
    @Kaienhere 2 месяца назад +1

    The video I was looking for! The 3:4 is an improvement for sure , but I wish there was a version with a bottom camera for proper package detection

  • @MrLuciDream
    @MrLuciDream Месяц назад

    Thank you!
    I'm looking forward to your Reolink battery video doorbell review.

  • @spchief
    @spchief 2 месяца назад +2

    It seemed like the new doorbell had some ghosting or artifacts while the old one was crystal clear. Did it appear that way to anyone else? Was it because the old one had a wired Ethernet connection (though not POE) while the other one was using a WiFi connection?

  • @Robot-T1
    @Robot-T1 24 дня назад +1

    The old black Reolink doorbell audio/speaker function via app wouldn't work when echo show displayed live view, has this been fixed on the new white version? Thanks

  • @abc123fhdi
    @abc123fhdi 2 месяца назад +1

    Looks like the issue of viewing notifications event where you have to start at the beginning of the 5 minute clip rather than going directly to the motion event hasn't been fixed when recording continuously.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад

      Hoping they fix it soon.

    • @abc123fhdi
      @abc123fhdi 2 месяца назад

      @@LifeHackster Looks like the desktop app lets you jump to the exact motion notification event on the timeline. The interface could use some improvement though like maybe having a screen where it lists the motion events with thumbnail like with the cloud service. Having it in the mobile app is the best however since you don't always have a desktop or laptop available especially when not at home.

  • @jfkastner
    @jfkastner 2 месяца назад +1

    Network wiring is best, BUT keep in mind that some Hacker can plugin their Laptop, too - so you need to adjust security/firewall/router settings to let this plug only communicate with the NVR or Reolink Cloud

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад +3

      Which hacker do you think would go to your front door knowing that it is a video doorbell recording them and already sent a notification to the owner would spend their time guessing... is the doorbell connected to the NVR only? is there an ethernet plug on there or is it only WIFI? Is the doorbell connected to VLAN? Hold on, the ethernet cable is too short, I need an extension to plug my hacker laptop in....

    • @jfkastner
      @jfkastner 2 месяца назад

      @@LifeHackster 🤣First - I love your Channel. 2nd - As IT Security Consultant I'm always worried about leaving RJ45 Ports 'open', w/o VLAN, MAC Filtering, ACLs etc - and I do carry RJ45 Extension/Couplers and Patchcords etc with me wherever I go ;-) Bad Habbit, I know. You can flood the LAN so any recording to the NVR will be interrupted.

  • @gerryf7015
    @gerryf7015 2 месяца назад +2

    Want to see that Battery version. Hoping it can be used with an existing chime. Thanks for the great review - as always.

    • @abc123fhdi
      @abc123fhdi 2 месяца назад

      working with existing chime requires a capacitor on the chime to supply power to the doorbell when the button is pressed. If someone presses and holds the doorbell for too long this drains the capacitor and the doorbell shuts down, so separate external chime with its own power supply is better. The battery version could replace the capacitor but would still need to be wired and the wires could may charge the battery and that would supply the additional power needed.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад

      Thanks for watching!

    • @gerryf7015
      @gerryf7015 2 месяца назад

      @abc123fhdi that is my understanding of what they should (or could) have done. Just want to verify if they actually implemented it. There are other hacks to get even the current non battery version to work with chimes. Just want to see an official attempt before trying a hack. Already own an original POE version. Want a second non POE version for a different location.

  • @Moes_Prep_and_Tech
    @Moes_Prep_and_Tech 2 месяца назад +3

    Does Reolink make something that I can put inside a window? I'm tired of using wyze

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад

      Currently, No. Check out this video -> ruclips.net/video/om1Cw9FsPl0/видео.html

  • @TheLegacalcio
    @TheLegacalcio 2 месяца назад +1

    Can you turn off the diode/light on it when it detects movement?

  • @jessicatringali1449
    @jessicatringali1449 29 дней назад +2

    Hi there - I have had my electrician run an ethernet cable for a new doorbell - should I just buy the PoE version or can the wifi be used in the same way? (or is the ethernet port in the wifi only for network connection not power?)

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  29 дней назад +1

      Yes, the ethernet port on the WIFI version is for data connection only and not for power.

    • @jessicatringali1449
      @jessicatringali1449 29 дней назад

      Awesome thanks! I just ordered the PoE version! Thanks heaps! Video is great!

    • @jessicatringali1449
      @jessicatringali1449 29 дней назад

      Sorry also - what height have you mounted the doorbell in your video? I can see they recommend 1.2m from the floor on their website - is this the height you have installed? When you are close can you still see your face?
      Thanks!

  • @meh991
    @meh991 29 дней назад +2

    ill wait for you to review the battery reolink but overall, did you enjoy the black or white? The black doorbell's fishbowl view is a plus that the white one should have. it's okay if you live in an apartment but if you have a house with a porch or a front deck, you want that wider view

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  29 дней назад

      I have the review of the battery doorbell up. And I like the 4:3 aspect ratio for my needs.

    • @meh991
      @meh991 29 дней назад

      @ thx!

  • @MegaAlb10
    @MegaAlb10 Месяц назад +2

    Have you had any issues with audio on the Reolink Doorbell WiFi black version? For the past couple of months I am unable to hear any audio in live view or recordings on the doorbell. The speaker works when talking to a visitor however the microphone doesn't :(

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  Месяц назад +1

      I haven't had issues on mine. I just double checked. Either the mic have failed. Try resetting it first and see.

  • @thebigdoghimself
    @thebigdoghimself 2 месяца назад +2

    You can connect these to almost any NVR. I have mine recording on both a blue iris system as well as a ubiquity nvr pro.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад

      That's great to know! Thanks.

  • @billnj4923
    @billnj4923 2 месяца назад +1

    Just wish horizontal fov was as wide as rings because the picture quality is far greater.

  • @peternagy1984
    @peternagy1984 2 месяца назад +3

    This one or TP-LINK TAPO D235?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад +2

      I haven't tested the D235 but I checked out the D225. One thing that I like on the Reolink is that I can stream it on my monitor using its NVR. Tapo or most other brands are not able to do this.

    • @TheLegacalcio
      @TheLegacalcio 2 месяца назад

      What is the difference between D225 and D235? @@LifeHackster

  • @chibbyylol
    @chibbyylol 2 месяца назад +2

    Do you think going into the Reolink ecosystem but using their wifi products be worth it if one is switching from all ring?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад

      Yes but there is some learning curve with Reolink also you will not get rich notifications (snapshots on the notifications) but remember though, no monthly subscription and better video quality.

  • @vardagsteknik6576
    @vardagsteknik6576 2 месяца назад +2

    LifeHackster, does this version support Samsung phone for answering function, when someone rings the door? I have 2 of the black version that dont work at all with that. That is really a dissepointment ! And ritch notifications can't be turn on. A cloud plan is needed for that, and it's not free.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад +1

      I don't use a Samsung but I did update the firmware on my black one (you need to update it manually) and the call function is there. Yes, rich notifications need a cloud subscription.

    • @vardagsteknik6576
      @vardagsteknik6576 2 месяца назад +1

      @@LifeHackster i've done fw update to the latest, then ritch n. went away. I had nest hallo before these 2 black version. And they worked perfect. I got Reolinks doorbells just for that i have Reolink in all my cameras around my house here hooked up to my Synology. So yaa, i dont recommend the black version at all, not for Samsung users that is. Thanks for your good work.

  • @eekedout
    @eekedout 2 месяца назад

    I would like them to focus on greater ONVIF compatibility. There should be no reason I cannot plug this directly into a third party NVR and it just work.

  • @petesha5101
    @petesha5101 Месяц назад

    Hi Lifehackster. There is a video on RUclips where a guy has put together a transformer to use the home's existing doorbell chime. The problem for me is that he puts it together too quickly and loses me on if the transformer has to be done away from the doorbell and then how is it attached? Maybe you could do your version of this with better step by step instructions. I'm a subscriber so I will wait for your notification. Thanks.

  • @mobilefiscus
    @mobilefiscus 2 месяца назад

    At 9:58 the picture quality on your face appears better on the older black version?

  • @Keepingthefaith72
    @Keepingthefaith72 2 месяца назад

    I`m confused. It says on Amazon that it's a 5MP camera, but you showed it as recording in 1920p. Shouldn't it be 2k .....

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад

      It is 3:4.. so 2560 is the widest and what is based on 2K and not the 1920.

  • @Shortie5-1
    @Shortie5-1 2 месяца назад +2

    This works with existing doorbell?

    • @gerryf7015
      @gerryf7015 2 месяца назад +1

      Power but not chime.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад +1

      Yes, to power it up. It will not ring the chime though.

  • @southstar8025
    @southstar8025 2 месяца назад +1

    Great video! This comparison is exactly the information I have been looking for.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад +1

      Glad it was helpful!

    • @southstar8025
      @southstar8025 Месяц назад

      @ do you know if this one will work with your homes hard wired doorbell chime?

  • @kalintri
    @kalintri Месяц назад

    Reolink have announced a new Wifi with a battery version. I hope you will be reviewing that soon. :)

  • @anapbn
    @anapbn 2 месяца назад

    Looking forward for the review of the battery one.

  • @tinter4life
    @tinter4life 20 дней назад

    How did you hook up the black one to the Reolink NVR?

  • @TheTexwiz
    @TheTexwiz 2 месяца назад +2

    Still waiting for Argus 4 pro Poe

  • @jggarage1807
    @jggarage1807 2 месяца назад +1

    What if we have an electronic chime? Still won't work?

  • @LastZion
    @LastZion 2 месяца назад

    Is there any other doorbell other than nest that will work and show doorbell camera on Google hubs?

  • @Amber-xt7me
    @Amber-xt7me 2 месяца назад

    Hi LifeHackster, do you have a video of everything you to buy with the reolink cameras. I'm having to set up cameras for my mother she has multiple homes on the street. I know you need to put a NVR and a SD card but I'm not sure what else...?

  • @M3FortiZay
    @M3FortiZay 9 дней назад

    Which Reolink doorbells support rich notifications?

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  9 дней назад

      The WIFI versions but you need to subscribe to their cloud recordings and also currently not available in the US.

  • @mrcivicsi20
    @mrcivicsi20 Месяц назад

    Make a video on the wyze duo doorbell.

  • @ecotts
    @ecotts 2 месяца назад +5

    I have the POE version, its superb. 👍

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад +1

      Nice 👍

    • @aussie43
      @aussie43 2 месяца назад +1

      how different is it from the Wi-Fi version? Isn't the difference only in how the camera gets its power supply, and wireless vs a cable to the router? Aren't all features the same?

    • @jessicatringali1449
      @jessicatringali1449 Месяц назад

      Does the Poe have the package detection? I am looking to get this one? It seems on the website the black and white have the same features for POE?

    • @C4sp3r123
      @C4sp3r123 24 дня назад

      @@jessicatringali1449 White POE has package detection, the black doesn't. The only other difference is the wide is a tall view and the black is a wide view.

  • @anvil3999
    @anvil3999 2 месяца назад +1

    Any idea about eufy video doorbell c31 with chime? Costco does sell a bundle that comes with a sd card.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад

      I'm not familiar with the model.

  • @HussainAlyaseen-q7k
    @HussainAlyaseen-q7k Месяц назад

    Is it better than the aqara doorbell G4?

  • @gawjus
    @gawjus Месяц назад

    I have ring wired but want to ditch the subscription fees brother. This or Eufy wired? Thank you 👍

  • @ImPipkinrick
    @ImPipkinrick 2 месяца назад +1

    What kind of electric screw driver is that?

  • @Jcislrd7
    @Jcislrd7 Месяц назад

    Do you have recommendations for people living in apartments who can't drill holes? I prefer poe cause I'm paranoid. But after watching the installation for poe it's looking like I'm going to have to get wifi

  • @webeducation
    @webeducation 2 месяца назад +1

    Can this be added to the NVR?

  • @kevinburola889
    @kevinburola889 2 месяца назад

    How does this compare to the Eufy dual?

  • @sciroccomods
    @sciroccomods Месяц назад

    Hi, i have a Hikvision DVR with my hikvision coax cameras, it has onvif and can work with ip cameras but it doesn't have ethernet ports, would this doorbell record to that and if so would it need to be the wifi version, also have they now added so you get a phone call when the doorbell is pressed, or is it still only a basic notification, thank you.

  • @Sgtmajorsir
    @Sgtmajorsir 2 месяца назад

    how well does this work in terms of getting a notification if you walk straight toward the doorbell? And can you set sensitivity for people vehicle and pet? I asked because you did a review on D225 Tapo and returned it because walking straight toward the doorbell was not noticed in five tries. And that was with the highest sensitivity. I may try a Wyze next as I have some Wyze. With you eufy I don’t want to get a homebase so I need to investigate that .any replies welcome from anyone. Tx

  • @jacobc7313
    @jacobc7313 2 месяца назад

    Can you review the new Ring Battery Doorbell? 2024 Release

  • @YukonHawk1
    @YukonHawk1 2 месяца назад +1

    Awesome Doorbell.

  • @Keos1987
    @Keos1987 2 месяца назад

    I think they need to have the different types like a code or something it's hard to choose😅

  • @soulstice99
    @soulstice99 2 месяца назад

    Easy to see and cut power no?

  • @monarichardson1556
    @monarichardson1556 2 месяца назад

    TY for this & other very well put together, easy to understand & straight to the point videos. Please help me. I am looking for preferably a doorbell wifi battery SC. I was wondering if you could recommend a doorbell or even another type of SC for my front porch that has very good pet detection. I have cats & kittens that stay the majority of the time on the porch & know they will affect the SC giving bogus notifications. A large box with a bag of $38 cat food was stolen off my porch last night. I would appreciate ur input or point me to one of ur great videos. TY 4 all the hard work u put into making ur videos.

  • @donhgr
    @donhgr 2 месяца назад +1

    For most the Poe will not be realistic since it’s an exterior wall and wouldn’t be a clean install. I’m in the market for a new doorbell and this one isn’t on my list for a few reasons.

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад

      That's what I initially thought too until I checked my doorbell wiring. Watch my jam free setup video -> ruclips.net/video/mlyMXktqe_M/видео.html

  • @vincebaker3384
    @vincebaker3384 2 месяца назад +1

    I have & like the eufy S350 dual cam with led lights better. Better fetchers

    • @kevinburola889
      @kevinburola889 2 месяца назад

      I have that one as well but the only problem is it detects pets even though it’s human detection only. 🤷‍♂️

    • @vincebaker3384
      @vincebaker3384 2 месяца назад

      @@kevinburola889 I have not had that problem probably cuz I don't have a lot of stray pets wandering around in my neighborhood lOL

  • @ronm6585
    @ronm6585 2 месяца назад +1

    Thanks L.H.

  • @aussie43
    @aussie43 2 месяца назад

    Thanks for the video.
    I am retired. When I am at home, I don't have my smartphone in my pocket. It could be anywhere. I would like to have three chimes around my double storey house so I can hear that somebody is at the door. And I would like to have reliable connection through one brick wall and several timber/plasterboard walls and at least 30 metres (100 feet). A quick two-way talk would be good so I can tell the delivery man that I am coming. Pre-recorded message is not good, because when I am shopping, I don't want him to wait for me, and changing the messages all the time is not on either.
    I could be wrong, but I don't think the chimes are connected to the camera by wi-fi. I think they are connected by Bluetooth or by a BT-like system, and those systems are fast, but may not have very long reach. For some reason, Reolink website and specifications are silent on this. You did not test it either. No review does. I don't know why.
    I am looking at video doorbells because there are times when I am at my desktop PC, and this system has a Windows app and the camera could be accessed by its address. And for the fun and challenge playing with something new.
    But I really need a reliable, wireless, multiple chime system. Quick two-way talk would be very good, video would be an added bonus.
    Any ideas on this? I would appreciate it.

  • @tomneila8496
    @tomneila8496 2 месяца назад +1

    Wired is always best.

    • @aussie43
      @aussie43 2 месяца назад

      when you have the wires.

  • @robertoghinato5754
    @robertoghinato5754 Месяц назад

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review like always

  • @Jh3454-df5vm
    @Jh3454-df5vm 10 дней назад

    My house doesn't have a doorbell can this run off just the ethernet

  • @speedracer9132
    @speedracer9132 2 месяца назад +8

    Reolink making their doorbells compatible with existing wiring but NOT existing chime makes me lose a lot of respect for them

    • @LifeHackster
      @LifeHackster  2 месяца назад

      They will need a power adapter kit like what Ring does and some firmware tweaks but I guess it will also add to the price.

    • @speedracer9132
      @speedracer9132 2 месяца назад +3

      I mean, the doorbell has one primary job, and this is one of the only doorbell cameras on the market that hijacks said doorbell wiring as a sacrifice you can’t use existing chime. Almost every doorbell camera can already do this. Shouldn’t add much significance to the price, probably talking no more than $10 to the consumer, I’d be surprised if $20

    • @aussie43
      @aussie43 2 месяца назад

      @@speedracer9132 it is not the only one - there are others even those with rechargeable batteries can use the existing wires and transformer to charge the batteries.

  • @kevinburola889
    @kevinburola889 20 дней назад

    Good camera doorbell but horrible customer support. Support from Eufy and Tapo much better in comparison.

  • @marks7502
    @marks7502 2 месяца назад +3

    Dog wants to see why you're making noises.

  • @zuhairhlayel
    @zuhairhlayel 2 месяца назад

    💐🌹👍💐