Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen)
Exact average 78.2 · 2 printed, 4 estimated · printed scores only: 80
Image: Blink6 professional reviewers tested the Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen), and 3 recommend it. Most praised: ease of use and easy setup. Most common complaint: subscription costs.
Reviewed by TechRadar, PCMag UK, T3 and 3 more
The catch: Key features need a subscription and a sync module.
4 of these 6 outlets print no score. We estimated theirs from the review text, then adjusted the estimates against the ratings outlets actually print (ours ran slightly low). An estimate is never higher than 92.
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What 6 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 90TechRadar
The reviewer likes the second-generation Blink for its easy setup, sharper square head-to-toe view and long battery life.
Read TechRadar review - 70PCMag UK
Sharp 1440p head-to-toe video, battery power and a low price make it a decent buy, but recorded video needs a subscription and smart-home support is narrow.
Read PCMag UK review - 83est.T3
A basic but dependable and cheap doorbell that works as promised, especially for existing Blink users.
Read T3 review - 83est.Homes and Gardens
A well-liked, simple doorbell that is quick to set up and good value, though it is no-frills and has some tinny audio and slight notification delay.
Read Homes and Gardens review - 77est.The Independent
A cheap doorbell that will not dazzle like pricier Ring models but does the job, with quick two-way audio, a simple app and an option to avoid monthly fees.
Read The Independent review - 66est.Expert Reviews
Image quality improves over the original, but the reviewer finds build quality, audio, mounting and hidden costs disappointing and only gives a reluctant endorsement at sale prices.
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Common questions
Is the Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) worth it?
Critics are divided: 3 of 6 recommend it. Key features need a subscription and a sync module.
Do critics agree about the Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen)?
Broad agreement: scores range from 66 (Expert Reviews) to 90 (TechRadar), a spread of 24 points across 6 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.
What do critics dislike about the Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen)?
Subscription costs (2 of 6 reviews), App problems (2 of 6 reviews), Price (2 of 6 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen)?
The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (critic score 85), top pick, narrowly.