SwitchBot · Video doorbell
SwitchBot Smart Video Doorbell
Battery doorbell that pairs with SwitchBot's Lock Ultra.
Shopping in United States · USD. Local prices and listings only; confirm stock and the exact variant at the store.
The SwitchBot Smart Video Doorbell records without a monthly fee (microsd). It lists at $149.99, so three years costs about $150. Power: rechargeable battery. In our planner it covers about 24 ft by day and 24 ft at night across 135°.
Specs
| Resolution | 2304 × 1296 px (2K) |
|---|---|
| Horizontal field of view | 135° |
| Night vision | Color with spotlight |
| Power | Rechargeable battery |
| Local storage | microsd |
| Base station | Not required |
| Works with | Alexa, Home Assistant, Matter |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz only |
Manufacturer specs, not our own tests. Checked 2026-09-15. Source (specs)
Subscription: what's free and what isn't
Without a plan SwitchBot cameras record to microSD with local person detection.
Free, no plan
- ✓ live view
- ✓ motion alerts
- ✓ person detection
- ✓ local playback
- ✓ any recorded video
- ✓ two-way talk
Needs a paid plan
- • cloud video history
| SwitchBot Cloud Storage plan | Devices | USD / month |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | 1 | $3.99 |
| Plus | 2 | $6.99 |
| Premium | 3 | $10.99 |
3-year cost for one Smart Video Doorbell
$149.99 hardware + 36 × $0.00 (none needed) = $150
Will it cover your yard?
We plan it at about 24 ft of useful daytime range (135° wide) and 24 ft at night. Assumed: night-vision range not published; assumed 30 ft. See how we calculate.
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