It allows up to an additional 12 degrees difference. So they have made available a Skybell wedge kit, it is sold separately, but it’s to allow a better angle of the approach to your front door. And if that trim is not square or flush the angle of the camera might not capture everything you want. However, the doorbell camera is usually mounted right on the trim next to the door. That is pretty good, it’s one of the widest field of views available for doorbell cameras. The camera has a 180 degree field of view. It is there to maintain performance and allow the doorbell to run efficiently. However, it does have a small battery that will let the doorbell camera operate for a few minutes. It doesn’t have a backup power system in the event power is lost within the house. The SkyBell WiFi Doorbell Camera is hardwired to your house’s low voltage power. You might need to invest in a WiFi extender or booster. Otherwise, you will have issues will the setup and eventual operation.Īlso, if the doorbell has intermittent connection to WiFi or find yourself not being able to connect to the doorbell, don’t assume there is something wrong with it. When you are setting up the SkyBell on your phone’s app make sure your phone is on the 2.4GHz band. Some WiFi routers work on both band, 2.4GHz and 5 GHz. Doorbell has a silent mode – when you need peace and quiet but still want notificationsĬouple of Additionals Wireless Connectivity.Ring only works to -5F and Nest Hello works to 5F. Works between -40 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit – which is exceptional.If stolen, SkyBell will replace free of charge.Motion sensor begins video recording automatically.2 way audio to communicate with visitors.Multiple users can access video and receive alerts – most other doorbell cameras don’t have this features.
And to use that app you will need a subscription. There is one version where the video is only 720p, not 1080p, and it only works with the app. There are a few versions of the slimmer SkyBell WiFi doorbell. When purchasing a slim SkyBell camera you have to be sure which one you’re buying.
The SkyBell Trim Plus Video Doorbell is a slimmer version of their HD Camera and because it is only 1.5″ wide it will fit even on that narrow strip of wood where your traditional doorbell currently fits.