Doorbell Intercom

The doorbell intercom represents a lightweight intercom system that functions mainly for residential settings. The Ring Doorbell Camera stands out as an ideal model of this category. Remote door unlocking capabilities require the purchase of a compatible deadbolt from third-party manufacturers for these budget intercom systems. The cost of these compatible locks frequently surpasses the price of the doorbell itself.

A door intercom is the preferred choice for higher-grade commercial-grade intercoms. These come in various technologies:

2-Wire Wired Intercoms: Systems work with fundamental 2-conductor wiring connecting the door intercom to the indoor terminal. Their audio-only communication capabilities make them a cost-effective choice. Certain versions of these systems support smaller structures and include video stations to enhance their capabilities.

Cell Phone Intercoms: These systems use cell phone technology to reach specific phones no matter where they are located. The systems require a cell service subscription yet users can install them quickly without having to connect complex wires to indoor stations. Suitable for deployment in single-family homes as well as apartment complexes with multiple tenants.

Wireless Intercoms: These systems link outdoor intercom units to monitoring stations through either 2-way radio frequencies or Wi-Fi connections. Two-way radio intercoms establish communication with handheld radios and base station intercoms through business-band 2-way radio frequencies. Wi-Fi wireless intercom systems include both video and audio features to provide improved performance.

CAT-5 Wired Intercoms: These systems work with CAT-5 wiring to deliver video-based door intercom features without mandating internet protocol support. These systems work well in environments with multiple tenants while also being appropriate for individual user setups.