If you’ve recently moved into a home that lacks a doorbell, you might not have the option to install a fully wired option. However, there are many wireless doorbells available today that will alert you any time someone is at your home, and they’re perfect for novice DIYers, apartment dwellers, and more.
“Wireless doorbells are easy to install as they do not require electrical wiring, offering greater freedom for where the homeowner can install the doorbell,” says Kaleigh Bueckert-Orme of Ring, one of the leaders in the wireless video doorbell space. “When comparing wireless doorbells, consumers should look at several factors, including at their home installation and charging options.”
Here, the best wireless doorbells to add to your home.
Best Overall: Honeywell Series 9 Portable Wireless Doorbell
The Honeywell Home Series 9 Wireless Doorbell is a great option for virtually any home. You’ll receive both the portable receiver and a push button with mounting hardware, and the receiver offers a range of up to 450 feet. The square design has an LED halo light around the edge that you can program with seven color alerts, and you can also adjust the volume and chime to suit your preferences.
This receiver can be connected to up to six transmitters, allowing you to add additional doorbells, and it’s powered by four C batteries, which can last for up to five years. There are eight chime options to choose from, and you can mute the receiver temporarily or permanently, if desired, which is ideal if, for instance, your child is napping. You can even download additional chime sounds to customize its ring.
Best Budget: SadoTech Model C Wireless Doorbell
The SadoTech Wireless Doorbell is a budget-friendly choice that’s easy to install and offers lots of versatility. The push-button itself runs on a 23A battery (included), and the receiver plugs right into an electrical outlet. The two units have an operating range of over 1,000 feet, and the doorbell comes in several colors to match any decor.
This affordable wireless doorbell includes more than 50 chime options, but the downside is that you have to cycle through them all to select the one you want. There are four volume levels, as well as a silent mode, and the doorbell comes with both screws and heavy-duty adhesive to give you multiple installation options.
Best Smart: Ring Video Doorbell 3
Smart doorbells are an increasingly popular investment for homeowners, as they allow you to monitor your home even when you’re not physically there. One of the best smart wireless doorbells available today is the Ring Video Doorbell 3, which streams 1080p high-definition video straight to your smartphone and sends you alerts whenever something is at your door.
This video doorbell can be used wirelessly with its rechargeable battery pack, or you also have the option to hardwire it into your home. It supports two-way audio, allowing you to speak to whoever is at the door, and you can even connect it to Alexa to hear announcements when the doorbell rings. However, keep in mind that you’ll have to subscribe to a Ring Protect Plan (which costs $3/month) if you want your doorbell to record and save videos. Without it, you’re only able to view live videos through the device.