Reolink offers three types of video doorbells—PoE, WiFi (Plug-in), and WiFi (Battery)—providing flexible options to suit various security needs. Beyond the common features like local and remote live view, recording, playback and alarm notifications, the doorbells include several unique functions tailored for enhanced user experience.
Table of Content
- Reolink Video Doorbell Overview
- Reolink Video Doorbell Key Features
- Comparison of Reolink Video Doorbell Models
1. Reolink Video Doorbell Overview
Reolink Video Doorbell PoE
- Official Link: Smart 2K+ Wired PoE Video Doorbell with Chime | Reolink Official
- Usage Guide: Video Doorbell PoE - Reolink Support
It uses only one wire to get a stable network and non-stop powering at the same time. You can connect it to a PoE injector/switch to make it work. Alternatively, the Reolink Video Doorbell PoE can be powered by 24V DC or 12–24V AC (50/60 Hz) and connected to the network with an Ethernet cable.
For the appearance and buttons of Video Doorbell PoE, please refer to the pictures below:
Reolink Video Doorbell WiFi
- Official Link: [Official] Reolink Doorbell WiFi - Smart Video Doorbell Camera
- Usage Guide: Video Doorbell WiFi - Reolink Support
Doorbell WiFi supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi bands for a more stable connection. It needs a power supply of DC 24V or AC 12-24V, 50/60 Hz to power it up.
For the appearance and buttons of Video Doorbell WiFi, please refer to the pictures below:
Reolink Video Doorbell (Battery)
- Official Link: Reolink Video Doorbell (Battery) - Battery Powered Doorbell Camera
- Usage Guide: Doorbell Battery - Reolink Support
The Reolink Video Doorbell (Battery) supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi bands for a more stable connection. It can be charged using a DC 5V 2A adapter or via a power supply of DC 24V or AC 8–24V, 50/60 Hz. (Note: In the latter case, it will only trickle charge the battery instead of powering the doorbell directly.)
For the appearance and buttons of Video Doorbell (Battery), please refer to the pictures below:
2. Reolink Video Doorbell Key Features
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Two-Way Audio & Quick Reply
Communicate with visitors in real time through the built-in two-way audio. When you’re unavailable, you can respond instantly using preset automatic voice replies or by customizing and recording your own message. -
Chime Support
Connect a wireless chime to any power outlet in your home. The chime sounds to alert you whenever someone presses the doorbell button.
PoE and WiFi (Plug-in) Doorbell: How to Pair Reolink Doorbell with Chime (Doorbell PoE/WiFi)
Battery Doorbell: How to Connect Reolink Video Doorbell (Battery) to a Chime. -
Smart Motion Detection & Alerts (Including Visitor and Package Detection)
Receive immediate push notifications and alarm emails when motion is detected. Advanced smart detection distinguishes people, vehicles, and visitors to reduce false alarms. Additionally, the white PoE and WiFi (Plug-in) models, as well as the battery-powered version, support package detection for extra convenience. -
Flexible Recording Options
Store videos on an SD card, NVR HDD, Home Hub or FTP server. The WiFi plug-in and battery doorbells also support Reolink Cloud storage for easy backup and access. - Smart Home Integration
Compatible with Google Home and Alexa, and supports receiving push notifications on both platforms. In addition, doorbell series supports integration with Home Assistant (Note: doorbell battery can only be used with Home Assistant when paired with a Reolink Home Hub series device). -
Rich Notifications
For the WiFi Plug-in and Battery models, rich notification is also supported, with a free plan available for subscription. This feature delivers not only text alerts but also snapshot an image along with push notifications to your phones, enabling you to quickly see what’s happening.
3. Comparison of Reolink Video Doorbell Models
The table below highlights the feature differences among the various doorbell models. Each model is available in both white and black versions. For the Video Doorbell PoE and WiFi (Plug-in), there are slight differences in specifications between the black and white versions.
Spec\Model | Video Doorbell PoE | Video Doorbell WiFi (Plug-in) | Video Doorbell (Battery) |
Power Supply |
12-24V AC 50/60Hz, DC 24V, IEEE 802.3af 48V Active PoE switch/injector |
12-24V AC 50/60Hz, DC 24V |
Trickle charge: 8-24V AC, 24V DC Normal charge: DC5V2A |
Connection Method | Wired - Ethernet cable | WiFi | WiFi |
Resolution |
5MP Black: 2560*1920 White: 1920*2560 |
5MP Black: 2560*1920 White: 1920*2560 |
4MP 2048*2048 |
Field of View (FOV) |
Black: Horizontal: 135° White: Horizontal: 100° |
Black: Horizontal: 135° White: Horizontal: 100° |
Horizontal: 150° Vertical: 150° Diagonal: 180° |
Image Ratio |
Black: 4:3 White: 3:4 |
Black: 4:3 White: 3:4 |
1:1 |
Supported Alarm Types |
Black: Person/Vehicle/Animal/Visitor White: Person/Vehicle/Animal/Package/Visitor |
Black: Person/Vehicle/Animal/Visitor White: Person/Vehicle/Animal/Package/Visitor |
Person/Vehicle/Package/Visitor |
In summary, when choosing a Reolink Video Doorbell, consider your preferred power and network setup, desired field of view, and required resolution. Each video doorbell offers distinct features and capabilities to meet different home security needs, allowing you to select the one that best fits your environment and usage preferences.