Vivint Security Doorbell Cameras

A doorbell camera is one of the newest and best ways to protect the entrance to your home. From the minute anyone stops by your house, they can see that you have invested in your security. With the ability to record and speak to anyone that approaches your door, you can discourage unwanted visitors.

More importantly, by the time they see the camera, you have already captured a video of them. If they break into your home or steal a package, you have solid evidence to help the police catch the thief.

Vivint’s Doorbell Camera Pro doesn’t just focus on safety. This camera features the smart integrations and convenience that make Vivint a popular choice for home security. Adding it to your full security system gives you one more exceptional way to take care of your home and family.

If you’re thinking about getting a video doorbell or you want to see if Vivint’s device is right for you, use this guide to see why this option is a great investment.

How do doorbell cameras work?

Doorbell cameras are installed at your front door. Wireless cameras are simply attached to the wall while others, such as the Vivint Doorbell Camera Pro, are connected to your home’s doorbell wire.

These devices are equipped with video cameras, microphones, speakers, and motion sensors. When someone approaches your door, the camera will send an alert to your phone. You can then view the visitor in real-time and use the two-way communication feature to talk to them.

Does Vivint have doorbell cameras?

Yes, Vivint includes a doorbell camera in its security equipment. The Doorbell Camera Pro features all of the essentials, plus some exciting extras.
One of its top features is its ability to integrate with smart devices such as your smart assistant and smart locks. You can use voice control and other convenient actions to keep your home more secure.

What kind of doorbell camera does Vivint use?

Vivint’s doorbell camera is 4.6×1.5×1.3 inches, offering a sleek and fairly discreet addition to your front door. Its small design ensures that it won’t overwhelm your entrance while also making sure visitors will see that your door is monitored.

Your video doorbell will be wired into your home through your doorbell wire, replacing your current doorbell. With this hardwired design, you will never have to worry about changing batteries.

That said, you do have the option to skip the hardwiring and run the device on battery power. Just be sure to tell the professional installer which option you prefer when they are setting it up.

Once it’s installed, you’ll have access to all of its extensive capabilities.

High-quality visuals

Vivint has given users one of the best views offered by a doorbell camera. This device boasts a 180° wide-angle lens. You can see your front entrance from top to bottom, as well as get a broad view of the area in front of your house.

Using 1080p HD resolution, the camera provides clear videos that capture even small details. Paired with infrared night vision, you can have confidence that you will see everything that happens at your door, no matter the time. 

Whether you’re viewing the live feed on the Vivint app or a previously recorded video on your Smart Hub, you can also use its 10x digital zoom and 3x optical zoom to get a closer look at all the important details.

Communication capabilities

One of the biggest perks of a doorbell camera is the ability to answer the door without actually being there. The two-way talk option for this camera allows you to speak to anyone at the door in real-time, without any of the lapses or delays seen in other doorbell cameras.

Use the two-way communication feature to get information from the visitor. Or, if it’s someone you know, let them know that you’re away but will be back later.

You can also let suspicious people know that you are aware of their presence, hopefully deterring future visits.

Surveillance zones

This device boasts one of the best views available from this type of camera. It captures the space in front of your door from top-to-bottom, ensuring you can see both packages and the faces of tall visitors. 

With this extensive view, however, you have a greater risk of false alarms. Vivint solves this with custom surveillance zones.

Once you’re in the app, you can easily define the area you want the camera to pay attention to. You can choose to cover your entire porch, for example, or just the space in front of the door and up the front walk.

Vivint has also equipped the Doorbell Camera Pro with smart analytics to minimize the number of false alarms. Its Smart Detection software means you won’t have to worry about getting alerts to an empty doorstep when a car or animal passes your home within your defined zone.

You can also adjust the sensitivity of your motion detector to further prevent unnecessary notifications.  

Smart Sentry

Vivint’s outdoor home security cameras are equipped with Smart Sentry, automated software that proactively protects your home from lurkers and intruders.

To activate this feature, you can turn on the “Deter” setting for a certain period of time or until you turn it off. While it’s on, the camera will sound a chime to let the visitor know that they’re being recorded. It will also flash its LED ring, found under the lens, red to draw attention.

Even at night, this feature shows thieves that your home is always safely guarded.

Smart package detection and protection

The Vivint Doorbell Camera Pro includes powerful technology that helps it detect when someone brings a package to your door. The minute a delivery person or friend approaches with a package in hand, the camera will let you know.

Once the package is sitting at your door, you will also get a notification asking if you want the camera to protect your package. If you say yes, the doorbell camera goes into defense mode.

If someone tries to take the package, the camera’s LED ring will flash red. It will also sound a tone and say, “Camera recording” at a high volume to make sure they know they’re being monitored. 

24/7, live-streamed video

A lot happens in front of your home and the Doorbell Camera Pro captures it all. Many doorbell cameras will only start recording when the motion detector has been triggered. Vivint, however, has designed its cameras to record at all times.

Since that’s a lot of footage to dig through when you want to find a video of a certain event, this security provider also includes a Smart Clips feature. Your doorbell camera will automatically flag clips when its motion detection sensors are triggered. When you view your footage on the app or Vivint’s Smart Drive, you can quickly find the clip you need.

Anytime you want to see what’s going on in front of your house, you can pull up the live feed on your phone, Smart Hub control panel, or even your Fire TV if you’ve integrated your system with Alexa.

Your footage is saved for 30 days, so you have several weeks to review it. You can also easily download or upload any important clips through the app or Smart Hub.

Smart integrations

Vivint’s extensive smart home integrations have helped it make a name in the home security industry. This home automation also extends to your video doorbell to make life even more convenient. 

If you have smart locks, for example, you can connect them to your home security system. You can then use the Vivint app to unlock the door for guests, no matter where you are in the world.

If you notice someone suspicious at the front door, you can also make sure your doors are locked and secured against uninvited entry.

Another great way to expand your video doorbell’s use is through smart assistant integrations. If you have connected your Vivint system to your Amazon Echo or Google Home, you can access your video doorbell with voice commands.

With your Amazon Echo, for instance, you can simply say, “Alexa, show my front door,” to view your feed on your Vivint app. You can also use Alexa to display your real-time video on your Fire TV.

Custom settings

With Vivint, you can always make your security cameras fit your preferences and needs. 

Some of the ways you can customize your Doorbell Camera Pro include:

• Set rules-based recordings – You can tell your camera to create a clip when certain conditions are met. If an alarm is triggered or your front door is opened, your camera will automatically create a clip, even if its motion sensor isn’t activated.
• Choose your chime – Choose from five different chime sounds or set your camera so you don’t have a chime at all. If the chime is too loud, you can always adjust the volume. You can also choose whether to have the chime sound through your phone, other Vivint devices, and your Smart Hub.

All of your customization features can be found in the app and Smart Hub control panel.

How much do Vivint doorbell cameras cost?

Vivint currently charges $249 for its Doorbell Camera Pro. Though this cost is a bit higher than some other video doorbells on the market, you won’t get the same extensive features at a lower price.

It’s important to note that you can’t use one of these devices by itself. You will have to add the camera to a Vivint home security system package. You can also choose the Video Security Bundle or Smart Complete Bundle, which include this device.

Using a doorbell camera with Vivint also means signing up for a monthly monitoring plan.

For storage, you can pay Vivint’s $5 fee for monthly cloud storage, which is a standard market price. Alternatively, you can purchase Vivint Smart Drive, an external storage device. Both options give you access to 30 days of your cameras’ continuous, 24/7 video recordings for viewing and sharing.

Why choose a Vivint video doorbell camera?

Many people approach your front door. Amazon drivers, UberEats delivery people, friends, family, neighbors, and more. Without a doorbell camera, you would never know who else might be lingering around the front of your home.

Along with capturing great video of any suspicious activities or people, your video doorbell can scare lurkers and thieves off with Smart Sentry. Vivint’s unique package protection software also protects you and your deliveries from porch pirates.

Along with its device-specific features, Vivint provides several services and benefits that set it above the competition.

Professional installation and security consultation

When you invest in a security system, it’s important to create a network of devices that will fully protect your home and family. Vivint helps you achieve this goal with its free security consultation.

During this visit to your home, a security expert will examine your house and property to determine which devices would be best. If you have a limited budget or want specific results, they will work with you to make sure your needs are met.

After you’ve purchased your Vivint home security system, a professional installer will deliver the equipment to your home. They will then set up every device you chose, including your Doorbell Camera Pro. 

This free professional installation service is Vivint’s way of making sure your system is properly installed and ready to prevent any break-ins. From setting the right camera angles to wiring your video doorbell in your home, they will ensure that you get the maximum benefits from your security system.

Professional monitoring

Using a doorbell camera gives you a clear view of anything happening in front of your house at all times. Unfortunately, you aren’t always available to respond to these events. If you’re in a meeting, sleeping, or showering, you might miss someone trying to force their way through your front door.

Thankfully, Vivint’s professional monitoring team is always on hand to get you the help you need. 

No matter what time your alarm triggers, this team will immediately try to get in touch with you to see if it was a false alarm. They will then contact first responders to alert them to the situation. In no time, you will get the help you and your family need to stay safe.

Full-system integrations

You may only be able to use this doorbell camera with a full Vivint system, but this requirement means that your home will have a robust security network to protect against danger.

Since Vivint’s devices integrate into an intelligent network, your video doorbell offers benefits that you wouldn’t get from another option, including:

• Access to your doorbell camera’s live feed, even if you don’t have your phone nearby
• The ability to see and talk to whoever is at your front door, even letting them in, through your smart devices
• Automating flagged recordings so your system works together to keep you as safe as possible

Overall quality

Few home security devices offer the same level of quality and capabilities as Vivint’s equipment. Choosing the best system means more than getting your money’s worth, it means investing in security that may be the difference between safety and loss.

With Vivint, you can have total peace of mind about your security. From professional monitoring to 24/7 recordings, your system is always ready for any situation.

Are video doorbells worth it?

There’s no doubt that Vivint Doorbell Camera Pro is the best option for this type of security device, but maybe you’re wondering if you even need this option for your home.

If you’re on the fence about using a doorbell camera, here are some of the ways you can benefit from this device.

Benefits of using a video doorbell camera

1. See who is at the door

Even though this is a doorbell camera’s primary use, it’s also a life-changing benefit.

If your children are at home alone, for example, they are vulnerable to anyone that approaches your door. With a video doorbell, you will know the exact moment that someone comes up to your house. You can then speak with the person to understand what they want.

If it’s a legitimate reason, your camera allows you to resolve the issue without relaxing your security. If the person doesn’t belong, however, you can either discourage an intrusion or send help immediately.

Whether your home is full or empty, you will always know exactly what has happened at your door.

2. Convenience

Security isn’t the only benefit. Seeing who is at the door through your phone saves you the effort of getting up to answer it. If you’ve integrated smart locks into your system, you can even open the door to let your guests in. Best of all, you can do all of this without doing more than tapping on your phone’s screen.

3. Deter thieves

Vivint’s proactive Smart Sentry feature ensures thieves don’t have a chance to target your home. 

Even if you forgot to turn your front lights on or you’re out of town, your doorbell camera shows that you are actively keeping an eye on your house.

Lurkers will also get a powerful reminder to move on when your camera automatically lets them know that it is present and recording a video of their activity.

4. Capture events outside

Sometimes, your camera may accidentally capture footage that helps you or your neighbors.

If a car accident occurs in front of your home, for instance, the footage you capture may help prove who is at fault. You may also catch sight of pets that get loose or suspicious vehicles in the neighborhood, offering helpful clues to searchers.

5. Lower insurance costs

Home security systems also benefit insurance companies. Since burglars may be discouraged by your doorbell and outdoor cameras, your insurance company has less to pay out.

Reach out to your provider to see if a doorbell camera can offer helpful discounts on your insurance premiums.

6. Increase home value

Many potential homebuyers recognize the value of a home security system. Though you may have to leave some of your equipment behind, this added feature can help you get more for your home. 

Ready to enjoy all of the benefits of Vivint Doorbell Camera Pro? Give us a call at 855-707-3746 to learn how to get a Vivint home security system today!