Blink Video Doorbell Full Review & Setup Guide - Should you Buy?

Big thanks to Blink for sponsoring this video, but my views and honest opinions are always my own.
Reviewing the newly launched Blink Video Doorbell. Blink's new video doorbell can be used completely wireless, it features 1080p video recording, long battery life, IP54, IR night vision, 2 way audio, motion detection and lots more. The Blink Video Doorbell also supports Alexa devices, so you can use an echo dot as a loud configurable indoor chime.
Blink Video Doorbell 2022 (NEW)
✅ Amazon UK: amzn.to/3uJ8uRd
✅ Amazon US: amzn.to/3avWKL1
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Blink Mini Indoor Camera (Chime for Doorbell)
✅ amzn.to/3yzFrRi
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Features:
- Cloud storage with Blink Subscription
- Local Storage with Sync Module 2
- 1080p Video Capture
- Infrared Night vision
- 2 Year Battery life (AA)
- Two Way Audio System
- IP54 Weather Resistant
- Motion Detection Alerts
- Works with Alexa
- Live Streaming with Sync Module 2
- Doorbell press and motion app notifications
- Wireless or Wired installation
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:23 Inside the box
02:57 Set-up: Blink Video Doorbell
05:57 Storage Options
06:19 Blink Software Walk-though
10:19 Transferring to Sync Module 2
11:34 Camera Installation
11:56 Practical Test
12:36 Pros & Cons / Final Thoughts
13:11 IR Night Vision (Short Clip)
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#Blink #VideoDoorbell #Alexa

[@chargerman165]

Just bought one today and haven’t unboxed yet so thank you for the instructions I am sure they will help a lot.

[@vladchan]

Even though Blink tries to confuse you, you don't need a cloud plan if you have the sync module. When your 30 days runs out it will continue saving clips to a flash drive.

[@Zanewv]

The cloud plan isn't needed, however if you don't have it, videos take up to 30 seconds to load on your phone, or longer. You also don't have that preview you get on your phone.

[@lordyjlord1047]

So I have installed a flash drive but nothing records on it. Cannot understand why.

[@jamila2957]

This is the most comprehensive review & set up guide Chigz! Thank you - I was able to properly set up my video doorbell. I subscribed to your channel 😊

[@a-1430]

You explained how this door bell work and how to hook it up to the blink module then ten videos ive watched to learn about this doorbell before i purchase it. Thank you very much and may life continue to treat you well. 😊 👍✌️

[@douglasnoble1004]

Very thorough review. Wish I had seen this along time ago. It would have saved me time and effort.

[@johnryan140]

Really helpful and answered a couple of questions for sure. Much appreciated, Chigz!! Thank you 👍🏻⭐️👍🏻

[@ModArtPC]

Thank you very much best review ❤❤

[@absvideos3230]

Best review on the doorbell thanks mate👍

[@kevinhendon]

Great review, thank you. Was looking at the "Ring" but a bit pricey compared to this one, convinced 👍👍

[@ChigzTech]

Blink is very good, still using mine.

[@MegaFranceschini]

I like the way u explain the instruction of the BLIKN DOORBELL very easily n simply. I say that because it took me about 2 hours to do the download n try to get a picture I end up returning it . maybe because I didn't have module 2 I only had the doorbell itself. thanks for explaining that in your video. one more question do I have to pay a monthly fee for the use of the Blink DOOBEL? Again thanks for those tips there're instructive. have a nice n blessed day. Stay safe

[@WORTHITORNOT]

Very nice product as I've been wanting to get a video door bell.

[@ChigzTech]

How it going bud. This is a very good doorbell, especially like the wider angle lens. It covers more of your property than you would expect. Also, when someone presses the doorbell, I have 4 echo dot speakers around the house with a chime that sounds like howling wolves, absolutely love it.

[@SteveNas530]

I use 2 Blink camera and I can say the customer support has been outstanding. Fast replies to emails and U.S. based phone support.

[@Zanewv]

I have 4 cameras.

[@gimmeagig]

This is a good video. I wish I would have had that when I bought my system. I am not young so setting it all up did not come easy for me. There is only a minimal set of instructions not helpful at all. Without youtube I would have never been able to get this going.But this video really covers everything in great detail

[@paulhill1379]

Great review I have the blink camera and just ordered this blink doorbell.👍

[@ChigzTech]

That’s good, enjoy. If you have an echo dot speaker, definitely pair it up. Love how the chimes work it.

[@paulhill1379]

@@ChigzTech 👍👍👍

[@samedracopeland3003]

Simply amazing. Thank you

[@ChigzTech]

Your welcome

[@lyfewitjada496]

I found all my questions and they were answered watching the video and by going through the comments

[@assenort]

Rad gadget; thanks for the review!

[@ChigzTech]

Your welcome. 👍

[@gergemall]

Thank you, great job.

[@ChigzTech]

Np

[@rayl8950]

Well done. Easy to follow.

[@ChigzTech]

Your welcome.

[@797Ismail797]

Hi! Thx for this review. Tell me, please: 1) Can i use local storage without paid-up plan? 2) Which bell bell device can i buy and synchronise with Blink system?

[@robertpeterwhite7581]

Nice produce great review Chigz👍

[@ChigzTech]

Much appreciated👍

[@ihtikkytok8324]

Do they automatically save the footage or do you have to do that yourself ?

[@MultiWayland]

thank you my brother ( I will buy now ) I subscribed to your channel

[@ChigzTech]

Thank you 👍🏾

[@TheTakeOver2021]

I apologize if this question is asked already. I currently have 2 blink cameras with the blink 2 sync. If i got this doorbell, can i just add it onto an existing system? Or do I need to use the sync that comes with it??

[@chillios2222]

Clearly explained, quick as well, love it

[@jackpallett2121]

Thanks for the video can I ask do you have to have the little box too ? I just ordered one but didn't order the box do I need it ? Also do I have to screw it in will it not stick on the front door ? Thank you 😊

[@davewinst1]

How do you set it to save to flash drive plugged into the module rather than be uploaded to the cloud?

[@babaone27]

I have the same package apart from the mini camera. I set up routines for pressing the doorbell and motion sensor to make my 3 echo dots in house notify me "there is someone at the front door". However, it does not triggers the routines. I have enabled blink skill on alexa buy the way. Any help please

[@Rama_248]

Does the sync module need to be right next to the blink camera?

[@ixpollife6279]

If you do it wired does it still need the batteries? Also do they last longer if there wired

[@TrancePulse]

Great review Chigz. Got one on the Prime day deal, will set it up today. I've several Echo speakers, Firesticks and an Echo Show. Hopefully integration will work with all. Keep up the good work mate 👍🏻

[@TheSexyblack41]

Can anyone tell me why visitors can't hear me through blink when I'm at work is there a fix or shall I just get A Ring doorbell camera

[@Pythonaria]

@@TheSexyblack41 Make sure you have the "mute" button off. I've made that mistake a couple of times, talked to someone then realised I hadn't taken the mute off.

[@Pythonaria]

I just bought an Echo Show so I could use that instead of my mobile phone. Learned the Blink doorbell needs to be hardwired to work with the Echo Show so have had to order a kit for it. It's just a simple case of connecting it to the doorbell then plugging it in. The Echo Show will work with it then and I'll be able to use the Dots as well. For now, I can only use my mobile. Seemingly it also improves the doorbell and there is less latency. I'll find out tomorrow when the kit (which is not expensive) arrives.

[@raj080288]

Hi Chigz, can you do a review on the blink indoor cameras please?

[@Robert.Dickson]

Can the sync module be used. In place of cloud storage as I’d rather not pay a subscription

[@Yoube-br1ht]

Thanks were did you hook the white box up to is that the router

[@Finesse58]

How far back will the data be stored on a local USB drive and will it overwrite the old files over time on the USB drive? Can someone opt to just use local storage (usb drive) over paying the subscription?

[@prettyladylh520]

Great Review & Set up steps, much appreciated!

[@NelA55555]

Can you load the app to your computer because someone is on my cell phone?

[@CostaAzulFishingDanielGarza]

How many mobile phones can blink doorbell alert? Only one main phone?

[@patrickcadette]

Oh nice..😁😁😁👍👍👍

[@ChigzTech]

Thanks Patrick 👍

[@rudysr22]

I have a security questions: would be a good idea to remove the barcode for the blink door bell ones install in my app? i am afraid that by living the barcode with the unit some my scan that barcode with a different phone an gain access to my camera, would that be possible?

[@PhearaXT]

Is there a limit of how camera devices I can add to my Blink account?

[@WPGinterceptor460Interceptor]

can I access the drive without the cloud.. meaning if there is motion but I cant check at the moment, can i check what the motion was 5 mins later thru the usb storage on my phone or do i need the cloud

[@georgeemanson]

Thanks for this useful video. Can you tell me if there is a way to link it to a tv; echo show; etc to act as a monitor?

[@ChigzTech]

Here is a simple step by step guide: www.androidcentral.com/how-use-amazon-echo-show-ring-doorbell

[@craigpaulwilson8162]

I have a Sonos with built in Alexa would that work ok ? Thank you

[@steveperuski5547]

Love mine, reasonable price, definitely buy it with the sync module, if not you'll miss out on some of the features

[@stevej4328]

What are the features? Do you know it it works with Portal?

[@steveperuski5547]

Honestly, I would shop around. I have buyers remorse with mine. There is no live view. The only time you can look out live is if somebody comes to your door and triggers the motion you can’t just go onto the app and look out your front door at any time, and if you don’t buy the subscription through the company, you cannot view your videos of people showing up to your front door on the app. You have to remove the USB stick and plug it into your computer to look and see who showed up at your house you will still get an alert from the app but the app won’t let you view the videos without a subscription. It’s actually kind of BS. There are better kinds of doorbell cameras out their shop around.

[@BeanShawna]

So you’re telling me I should return the basic blink doorbell I bought? 🫠 cause not having live feels pointless

[@steveperuski5547]

@@BeanShawna really check out reviews, on cameras, this one in the way they describe the features is really, to me , kinda shady

[@steveperuski5547]

@@BeanShawna you can do whatever you want, but the truth is you can’t just at any time look out your front door, unless somebody activates the motion sensor or pushes the button if you have motion off and even then you only have so much time to click on the alert and go to live you and it doesn’t always work every time

[@Lv1Magikarp]

Does anything light up on them when someone sets the motion off or you are viewing the camera?

[@Zanewv]

so does the doorbell sound go through the phone? Or just the doorbell itself?

[@jameshudson5112]

When you have blink cloud the clips backup once a day to local storage but are only viewable by ejecting the usb storage device and opening them on your pc not available through the app unless you cancel the cloud subscription with no cloud subscription clips are stored on the sync module 2 usb storage but canceling cloud subscription you lose live video recording and hourly clips

[@SuperKiko112]

Instead of screw can i use double sided tape?

[@lizziecruz971]

Does it work for apartment doors .it's wireless?

[@utuber1000]

Thank you for your excellent video! I especially appreciated the time you took to demonstrate the settings on the Blink app and your recommendations as to where you set them, so I have subscribed to your channel. One question I have is this: I think I have changed the name of the Blink DB to Front Door in BOTH Blink app and Alexa app but I continue to get TWO notifications: "One says "Someone is at the Front Door" followed by another that says "Someone is at the (long annoying string of numbers and letters). Can you list all the places where the names have to be changed; and if I already did change them, how can I correct this annoyance, which is especially embarrassing when friends come over?

[@ChigzTech]

Will try to help. Open the Alexa app, go to devices, then tap on all devices. You will see a list of all your Amazon devices. Tap on the device that has the same number/letters that gets called out. Then switch off motion announcements for that specific device. That should solve your issue. Let me know. Thanks .

[@utuber1000]

@@ChigzTech Thank you very much for your kind reply. That was a good idea, and I attempted to follow it, but unfortunately I find no device in the Alexa app listed by numbers and letters; the Blink DoorBell is found only once in the Alexa Devices list, and only by the name I assigned to it. But good news! - I just found a suggestion on Reddit from a member who said he turned off the motion announcement and turned it back on and that got rid of the vexing multi-character announcement, and I tried that and it worked! Now it only refers to the new name! Maybe someone else reading here in your comment section will also be helped.

[@LasdilElizaga]

how's the battery life? can it make more than a month?

[@mariolanderosgarcia5373]

Honestly, compared to its competitor (Ring) is this worth it ?

[@panama-canada]

There is indoor chime. It chimes through your phone and can also chime through in-house Mini Camera (sold separately).

[@teemaximus7909]

it chimes once, then you wait about 2 minutes to hear the person's chime hit again. Stinks as a doorbell. No doorbell on earth works that way.

[@abbes0101]

Kann man die Klingel auch horizontal montieren? Bzw. das Kamerabild später um 90° drehen?

[@antoniopecora9837]

I utilized my current doorbell wiring solely for its intended purpose as a doorbell, without connecting it to the internet, but it didn't function. Any insights into why it might not be working?

[@bigherbgbr]

Thanks! Great breakdown!

[@agregg9330]

Brilliant 👏 👏 👏

[@ChigzTech]

Thanks Alicia👍

[@lovablelaiba]

Yeh it would be even more brilliant if someone ran off with it 🤔

[@tech4life884]

Does this automatically reconnect after power outages ?.

[@thahomie773]

Do I actually need the module or can I just get the door bell

[@brienellard1696]

How do I conect two phones to the device

[@Yugioh9090]

So mine doesn't show a live view when someone rings the bell...is it because I don't have a sync module?

[@techboy2667]

Hi. Am I correct in thinking that the door chime, when the bell is pressed, only comes through the smart phone or an added camera and not from the sync module?

[@teemaximus7909]

Well I can say it can come on your phone, an Echo device or the Blink Mini camera. I can also say it will ONLY ring once---then maybe in two minutes it rings again ....pretty sucky as a doorbell.

[@simonemccormick8787]

Why does mines say event response even with the sync module being connected

[@xxDESENTxx]

Can someone just tell me real quick does it require a subscription? Bc on Amazon it's saying that. I want to know b4 I buy it. I just need a simple 2 way audio video camera bc I'm an amputee and can't keep getting up to see who's at my apartment door and one of these things is a great idea.

[@chriskaprys]

6:00 so even if you choose to use local USB storage and opt out of cloud storage, you still need to subscribe?

[@stefprenevost693]

does anyone know how to hook up Blink outdoor camera to echo show Alexa

[@scenesofstjohns5308]

Just ordered one on Amazon 40% off for Boxing Day.

[@KamranDodhy]

I shook youtube to find an appropriate video for this product, working with an existing Blink-Alexa combination. And Voila...I found your video/tutorial to fit 110% of my needs. Thanks buddy.

[@ChigzTech]

Happy to hear. Glad it helped you.

[@addiecusack1530]

What is the monthly cost please ?

[@faycalbennai6091]

Hi this is a great camera, but only 30 second video NOT good, when you mount it to the wall it's not very good secured, for a security camera it can be demountable easy, I put double gorilla tape to secure the camera.

[@Juan2Hungry]

My camera stopped recording. And had a blinking red light. Anyone have an idea ?

[@ashleynickol2831]

What if I can’t screw it onto anything ? Anyone have any suggestions ?

[@HasimFN]

Saved to the cloud!? Where is the usb storage for then

[@thomaswhitten2537]

Sounds nice but I don't want to sign up for any subscriptions. I need or want or cloud storage. Will it work without the subscription?? That's the big question.

[@sammymohamad1250]

Yes if you have the sync module 2

[@brunocremer6227]

Hi guys, bought the doorbell+sync module but the notifications are sent to me at least 7 seconds after someone used the doorbell. This seems huge to me. What about you? Would it reduce the time to remove sync module?

[@teemaximus7909]

I have read latencies of 20 seconds, 90 seconds and two minutes. It is not reliable as a wirelss doorbell period. It's a defect / shortcoming of the design. I 'd call it a front door monitoring camera but as a doorbell --i Laugh. I've never seen a doorbell (on wireless) work so poorly. The product is sold to work as a doorbell and not be wired into the existing chime in the house (thus all the fancy Alexa tones) BUT try this Blink unit in your home and try to push the button and have someone inside listen--they'll hear it chime ONCE--then a good two minutes pass before a second chime. Is the expectation that someone outside the door waits two minutes--NO--no one uses a doorbell that way.

[@cpanta9343]

Is good for deaf people?

[@MaryJohnson777]

Trying to set up just the subscription without the second (local) device. Is it even possible? Have tried everything to connect the doorbell and the paid Amazon blink account and it’s not connecting. I’m pretty much tech capable but this has me stumped. Since this device is an Amazon device you’d think it would be simple and seamless. Nope.

[@rickvince]

The doorbell itself makes a sound? Outside? That's somewhat annoying for my apartment neighbours. Can it be turned off?

[@teemaximus7909]

That's because it only makes one sound indoors and barely works as a normal doorbell. Weird eh.

[@anshusoni107]

Please review iQOO Z6 5G😁

[@eyvonnejones6520]

I don’t have a doorbell connection to my home. If a person has set off by motion and “NOT PRESSED THE DOORBELL” Will I still be able to speak to them through my phone when I receive the notification such as a burglar in my home while I am at work?

[@ChigzTech]

Yes you can. So even if they don't press the doorbell. You will be altered for that motion has been detected. You can then view the live feed and even talk on the loud speaker.

[@8BitPasta]

Strange the sync module hardware isn't built into the doorbell itself

[@michaelhinchey]

It's not weird at all. What if someone steals the doorbell?

[@84848AR]

Will this go off everything a car passes by? Also will the recording be only 30 seconds or longer like the actual camera?

[@kankan572]

That’s wbT I want to know did you ever find out? Most ppl knock on my door and thieves do neither 😅

[@johnn7726]

@@kankan572Well not sure if this is good for you or not but it will go off even if it notices a shadow of any kind within 30ish feet

[@bleakhappy]

You can adjust the motion sensitivity. Mine was too high and every tree branch made it go off. I adjusted it and now only when someone is coming towards front door would make it go off

[@TierraTempton]

Yes it will go off when a car goes by but you can change the settings

[@kinwenalexander927]

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[@bbhidalgo]

Hi, can this just work a a a camera? I don’t have visitors so there is no need to ring the bell. I need it for protection, and to protect my mail. Thank you

[@teemaximus7909]

Yes it works great as a camera---it actually sucks as a doorbell

[@jaisonthomas4401]

please review MECOOL KP1

[@ChigzTech]

Yes coming soon.

[@DavidMartinez-my4mq]

is it 10 dollars a month and a year it's 100 dollars or is it first time u set it up it's 100 right then and there

[@CalTexTech]

I have a Xiaomi 11T Pro, first time on this brand, there's an annoying green box with 3 white dots that have shortcuts, how can I get rid of it! DRIVING ME NUTS!!!

[@ChigzTech]

DM me a photo of it and I will try to help. Sounds like a floating menu, should find the option to de-activate in settings.

[@robton007]

I have two things ......first there is nothing stopping anyone robbing the doorbell .. Also what size usb stick would be minimal to use?

[@ChigzTech]

Yes that's the case with any camera/doorbell. But I still feel it's better to have one and the final shot of your camera being taken will also get recorded. Max size that worked, 1TB USB Drive.

[@robton007]

@@ChigzTech is there anyway to secure that doorbell?......how long would a 1TB usb hold?

[@Tre_Bar]

Does it work with Apple home kit?

[@AlmightyEye]

If you install Homebridge you can get it to work on HomeKit.

[@Sky_Dxst]

This video made by Chigz is very good. The bad part about Blink Video Doorbell is it will no longer work after 4weeks of trying it. You have to pay for a monthly service!

[@powerbeast5691]

Why would you want to migrate from the old module to the new, doesnt that mean you will begin to have to pay a monthly free? Do you work for Blink?

[@ChigzTech]

Good question. I’m using the new module and it’s still free. I have learnt that in the UK it’s free for us all. USA have to pay.

[@powerbeast5691]

@@ChigzTech I bought it early, approx 7 years ago. It might be therefore mine is free. I just want to know if it will begin to cost if I upgrade modules or perhaps even add cameras.

[@llocket72pr]

Can you connect the camera to the old sync module?

[@Docdoherty13]

Very annoying..was rushing earlier and didn't have a chance to purchase it at £34.99 on prime...went on at 12.15 am and it's back up to £49.99 😭

[@408serious]

What if you only have 5G Wi-Fi?

[@DJCJ999]

Do you "need" the sync module?

[@DJCJ999]

... and can you pair it to two phones?

[@ChigzTech]

No, can be used without it. But sync module is good for local backups. You can connect a USB drive. Yes you can pair to multiple phones.

[@user-ye8nb2cl2r]

Should lead off with it’s going to cost you to use the blink app!

[@abeau2731]

Voice changed drastically at 1:52 when someone spoke "Micro USB cable" . Weird.

[@iamkaevi]

do i need a alexa to hear when it is rang?

[@teemaximus7909]

it will only ring indoors on Alexa or another Blink MIni camera ONCE then you wait another two minutes to hear it ring again. Reliable eh?

[@alex-sd]

I heard that when you don't have the subscription and only use the USB local storage, this doorbell will not record while doing a live view. Is this true? If it is, this is a deal breaker because that would defeat some of the purpose of having this type of device.

[@MrTiggityTotz23]

If you are only using this to see and speak to visitors live, it can be good. Especially for users that aren't tech savvy or don't care to need to record.