Best Video Doorbells for Apple HomeKit in the UK

A wireless battery-powered doorbell with a plug-in indoor chime. Streams sharp 2K HDR video day or night and sends smart alerts for people, packages or vehicles. Battery lasts ~4–6 months per charge. Weatherproof and works with Siri and other assistants. Pros: 2K HDR video (excellent detail); Includes indoor chime (95 dB plug-in speaker); Smart person/vehicle/animal alerts; Works with Apple HomeKit and Siri (via Arlo Secure Hub). Consider: Requires Arlo Secure subscription for cloud recording and HomeKit Secure Video; Wider field of view is only 130°, less than some peers; Heavier main unit due to battery pack. Limitation: Integration with HomeKit needs Arlo’s SmartHub, and advanced features like HomeKit Secure Video require a paid plan. Storage is either Arlo’s cloud (subscription) or local on the hub.

A compact doorbell that can run on wired power or battery. Captures head-to-toe 180° HD (720p) video so you see visitors and packages. Built-in mic/speaker for 2-way talk and an 80 dB siren to scare off intruders. Supports HomeKit (via Arlo SmartHub) for Live View and alerts. Pros: Dual-mode install: wired or wireless (battery); Very wide 180° field of view; Quick alerts via HomeKit/Arlo app; Budget price with frequent sales. Consider: Lower HD resolution (vs 2K on some rivals); No included chime speaker (wired install only); Requires Arlo Secure hub for HomeKit integration. Limitation: This doorbell has no stand-alone in-home chime (it must connect to a smart hub or existing chime), and full cloud recording needs Arlo subscription. Its HomeKit support is standard (Live View/alerts) but not HomeKit Secure Video (no iCloud option).

A versatile doorbell that can run on wired power or battery (batteries included). Features 2K camera with 162° view and local AI face recognition. Includes a loud 95 dB indoor chime/repeater and supports HomeKit Secure Video for encrypted recording to iCloud. It also offers voice masking and custom ringtones for privacy. Pros: Apple HomeKit Secure Video compatible; Local face recognition and rich automations; Battery or existing wiring power options; Built-in 95 dB chime speaker and anti-vandal cover. Consider: Requires an Aqara Zigbee hub and HomePod/iPad/TV as HomeKit hub; Relatively low weather rating (IPX3, less water-tight); Custom voice masking may distort visitors’ voices. Limitation: To use HomeKit features, you need a compatible iCloud+ subscription and a HomeKit hub. 24/7 recording only works when wired; on battery it runs on motion only. No tiered cloud storage (Apple only).

A wired 1080p HD video doorbell designed for DIY install. Powers from existing doorbell wiring (8–24 VAC or 230 VAC) and works with or without a mechanical chime box. It supports Apple HomeKit Secure Video and requires no subscription for alerts or storage. Built-in person detection and a loud speaker allow two-way talk and deterrence. Pros: True HomeKit Secure Video support (no extra fees); Weather-resistant IP44 all-metal design; Super-wide 140° view covers head to toe; Free video storage (no subscription). Consider: Only available in wired installation; No wireless (battery) option; Poor low-light performance (night vision is basic). Limitation: Netatmo gives up monthly fees but depends entirely on wiring. If your transformer is incompatible, install is complicated. It has an indoor speaker (siren) but no standalone chime unit; alerts route to Home app or smartphone.

A HomeKit-only doorbell with a 4MP camera and ultra-wide 178° vertical FOV. It supports HomeKit Secure Video out of the box (Apple-only device) and requires no third-party cloud. 2. 4 GHz Wi-Fi and HDR imaging provide crisp color video day and night. Includes 2-way talk and motion zones. Pros: Strictly Apple HomeKit Secure Video compatible; Super-wide 178° viewing angle; HDR imaging with color night vision; Bulletproof with corporate backing (Belkin). Consider: US design; no mechanical chime (must use HomeKit); Requires Apple HomeKit ecosystem (no Alexa/Google); Limited availability in UK, no UK-price listing. Limitation: No UK retailer data; this US-import model may need a self-supplied chime. Because it’s HomeKit-only, all features depend on Apple’s ecosystem and iCloud. (No official UK price or warranty data. )

Logitech’s wired video doorbell is built exclusively for HomeKit Secure Video. It offers head-to-toe 1080p video with color night vision and advanced Face Recognition via the Home app. Designed for 8–24V AC doorbell systems, it shows up as a HomeKit accessory with alerts and video in Apple’s Home app. Pros: Certified Apple HomeKit Secure Video device; Built-in face recognition and HDR video; Wide vertical field of view captures top-to-bottom image; Premium build and simple HomeKit setup. Consider: Sold mainly through Apple channels (not widely in UK); Requires HomeKit setup (Apple TV/HomePod hub); Lacks its own indoor chime (uses existing chime system). Limitation: This doorbell is meant only for HomeKit users. It does not support Alexa or Google. No official UK availability or pricing (import only).