Contents
- Editor’s Choice
- Top 10 best video intercoms for a private home in 2022 according to KP
- How to choose a video intercom for a private house
- Popular questions and answers
The ancient rule “My home is my castle” becomes not only more relevant, but also difficult to implement over time. This is especially acute for the inhabitants of private houses. Before you press the button to open the lock, you need to see who came and only then make a decision.
Modern video intercoms are necessarily equipped with a calling panel with a video camera and a microphone, which successfully cope with the task of identifying a visitor. Not only that, they have acquired a connection to Wi-Fi and smart home systems, making it even more difficult for unwanted guests to get inside the home. A high-quality video intercom is gradually becoming an essential element of security.
Editor’s Choice
W-714-FHD (7)
The minimum delivery set includes a vandal-proof outdoor unit and an indoor unit with a Full HD monitor with a resolution of 1980×1024 pixels. It is possible to connect two outdoor units with analog or AHD cameras with a resolution of 2 megapixels, as well as five monitors and security sensors associated with cameras.
The gadget is equipped with infrared illumination, recording with sound starts immediately after pressing the call button, but you can also set up recording by triggering a motion sensor. On a memory card with a capacity of 128 gigabytes, 100 hours of video are recorded. The situation in front of the cameras can be seen at any time by pressing the button on the indoor unit.
Technical specifications
| Indoor unit dimensions | 225h150h22 mm |
| Display diagonal | 7 inches |
| Camera angle | 120 degrees |
Advantages and disadvantages
Top 10 best video intercoms for a private home in 2022 according to KP
1. CTV CTV-DP1704MD
The video intercom kit for a private house includes a vandal-proof outdoor panel, an internal color TFT LCD monitor with a resolution of 1024 × 600 pixels and controls and a relay for an electromechanical lock powered by 30 V and 3 A.
The device is equipped with a motion sensor, infrared illumination and internal memory for 189 photos. The first picture is taken automatically when you press the external call button, the next in manual mode during a call.
To record videos, you need to install a microSD-card Class10 flash card with a capacity of up to 32 GB into the intercom. Without it, video recording is not supported. Two outdoor units can be connected to one indoor unit, for example, at the door plus at the entrance gate. Operating temperature range from -30 to +50°C.
Technical specifications
| Indoor unit dimensions | 201x130x22 mm |
| Call panel dimensions | 41h122h23 mm |
| Display diagonal | 7 inches |
| Camera angle | 74 degree |
Advantages and disadvantages
2. Eplutus EP-4407
The gadget kit includes an anti-vandal outdoor panel in a metal case and a compact indoor unit. Bright color monitor has a resolution of 720×288 pixels. Pressing the button turns on the review of what is happening in front of the door. The device is equipped with infrared illumination, operating at a distance of up to 3 meters.
It is possible to connect two outdoor units with cameras and remotely open an electromagnetic or electromechanical lock on the door by pressing a button on the indoor unit. The operating temperature range of the calling unit is from -40 to +50°C. The device is supplied with brackets and cable necessary for mounting on a vertical surface.
Technical specifications
| Indoor unit dimensions | 193h123h23 mm |
| Display diagonal | 4,5 inches |
| Camera angle | 90 degrees |
Advantages and disadvantages
3. Slinex SQ-04M
The compact device is equipped with touch buttons, a motion sensor and infrared illumination for the camera. It is possible to connect two call units and two cameras, but only one channel is monitored for motion. The design has an internal memory for 100 photos and supports microSD cards up to 32 GB. The recording duration is 12 seconds, the communication is half-duplex, that is, separate reception and response.
The control panel has buttons for viewing the situation in front of the camera, answering an incoming call, opening an electromagnetic lock. Operating temperature range from -10 to +50°C. The maximum distance between the call unit and the monitor is 100 m.
Technical specifications
| Indoor unit dimensions | 119h175h21 mm |
| Display diagonal | 4,3 inches |
| Camera angle | 90 degrees |
Advantages and disadvantages
4. City LUX 7″
A modern video intercom with Wi-Fi connection can be controlled remotely through the TUYA application with support for IOS, Android systems. The control panel and a picture of what is happening in front of the camera are displayed on the screen. The anti-vandal call block is equipped with a motion sensor and infrared lighting of the area in front of the door with a range of 7 meters. Shooting starts immediately after pressing the call button, it is possible to set the recording to start when the motion sensor is triggered.
The internal block has the color touch display with a diagonal of 7 inches. It is possible to connect two call modules, two video cameras, two intrusion alarm sensors, three monitors. The device is connected to the multi-apartment intercom system through additional modules that are not included in the delivery.
Technical specifications
| Indoor unit dimensions | 130x40x23 mm |
| Display diagonal | 7 inches |
| Camera angle | 160 degrees |
Advantages and disadvantages
5. Falcon Eye KIT-View
The unit is controlled by mechanical buttons and allows the connection of two calling panels. Through the interface unit, the device can be connected to a multi-apartment intercom system. The device is powered by a 220 V household network. But it is possible to supply voltage from a 12 V backup power supply, for example, an external battery.
The calling panel is anti-vandal. It is possible to connect a second calling panel. The brightness and contrast of the TFT LCD screen with a resolution of 480×272 pixels is adjustable. The device does not have photo or video recording functions. Additional cameras and monitors cannot be connected.
Technical specifications
| Indoor unit dimensions | 122h170h21,5 mm |
| Display diagonal | 4,3 inches |
| Camera angle | 82 degree |
Advantages and disadvantages
6. REC KiVOS 7
The indoor unit of this model is not mounted on the wall, it can be moved from place to place. And the signal from the call unit is transmitted wirelessly over a distance of up to 120 m. In standby mode, the entire set is able to work for 8 hours thanks to built-in batteries with a capacity of up to 4000 mAh.
A signal is also transmitted through the radio channel to open the lock with electric control. The camcorder is equipped with infrared illumination and automatically starts recording when the motion sensor is triggered or the call button is pressed. Monitor resolution 640×480 pixels. For recording, a microSD card up to 4 GB is used.
Technical specifications
| Indoor unit dimensions | 200h150h27 mm |
| Display diagonal | 7 inches |
| Camera angle | 120 degrees |
Advantages and disadvantages
7. HDcom W-105
The main feature of this model is a large monitor with a resolution of 1024×600 pixels. The image is transmitted to it from the calling panel in an anti-vandal housing. The camera is equipped with an infrared illuminator and turns on when a motion sensor is triggered in the field of view. The backlight is invisible to the eye and is switched on by a light sensor.
It is possible to connect one more calling panel, two cameras and additional monitors. On the inner panel there is a button for opening the lock with electromagnetic or electromechanical control. Original option: the ability to connect an answering machine. Recording is carried out on a memory card up to 32 GB, it is enough for 12 hours of recording.
Technical specifications
| Indoor unit dimensions | 127h48h40 mm |
| Display diagonal | 10 inches |
| Camera angle | 110 degrees |
Advantages and disadvantages
8. Marilyn & Triniti KIT HD WI-FI
The outdoor panel in an anti-vandal housing is equipped with a Full HD video camera with a wide-angle lens and infrared illumination. When the call button is pressed or the motion sensor is triggered, recording starts on the memory card in the indoor unit. Its TFT display with a resolution of 1024×600 pixels is housed in a slim body with a glass panel. An additional calling panel, a camera and 5 more monitors can be connected to the unit.
The call signal is transmitted to the smartphone via Wi-Fi. Communication is carried out by an application for iOS and Android systems. The internal memory holds up to 120 photos and up to five videos. Expands the storage capacity of a micro SD memory card up to 128 GB.
Technical specifications
| Indoor unit dimensions | 222h154h15 mm |
| Display diagonal | 7 inches |
| Camera angle | 130 degrees |
Advantages and disadvantages
9. Skynet R80
The video intercom call block is equipped with an RFID tag reader, where you can record up to 1000 login passwords. Image and sound from three video cameras are transmitted wirelessly. The cameras are included in the delivery of the innovative unit. The anti-vandal outdoor panel has a touch button, touching it automatically starts a 10-second recording of what is happening in front of the cameras.
All of them are equipped with infrared illumination of 12 LEDs. The picture is displayed on a color touch monitor with a resolution of 800×480 pixels. There is a built-in quadrator, that is, a software screen divider that allows you to see the image of all cameras at the same time or only one.
Video is recorded on a microSD card up to 32 GB, designed for 48 hours of recording. The lock opens with the push of a button. Camcorders are equipped with 2600mAh batteries. The same battery is in the indoor unit to ensure operation in the event of a power failure of 220 V.
Technical specifications
| Indoor unit dimensions | 191h120h18 mm |
| Display diagonal | 7 inches |
| Camera angle | 110 degrees |
Advantages and disadvantages
10. So Many Mia
This video intercom comes with an electromechanical lock ready for installation. The anti-vandal call block is equipped with a video camera and opens the lock after receiving a signal from the button on the internal monitor. You can connect a second calling panel, a video camera and a monitor.
The main feature of the model: the call unit can be additionally equipped with a radio module for communication with remote cards, with the help of which the lock is activated and access to the room is opened.
This feature is especially convenient for video intercom operation in warehouses, production areas. The seven-inch monitor turns on after pressing the call button.
Technical specifications
| Indoor unit dimensions | 122x45x50 mm |
| Display diagonal | 10 inches |
| Camera angle | 70 degrees |
Advantages and disadvantages
How to choose a video intercom for a private house
First you need to choose which type of video intercom suits you best – analog or digital.
Analog intercoms are more affordable. The transmission of audio and video signals in them occurs via an analog cable. They are more difficult to install than IP intercoms. And besides, they cannot be used in a smart home system if they are not equipped with a Wi-Fi module.
You will not be able to open the door and see the image from the intercom camera on your phone, in any case you will have to use the monitor. In addition, analog intercoms are quite complex and expensive to maintain and repair. More often they are used for apartment buildings, not private houses.
Digital or IP intercoms are more modern and more expensive. A four-wire cable or a Wi-Fi network is used to transmit the signal. This type of video intercom is more suitable for a private house – they are easier and cheaper to install and maintain. In addition, they have a number of other advantages.
Digital intercoms provide higher picture quality. Many models allow you to open the door and monitor the image from the camera remotely – from a smartphone, tablet or even a TV. An IP intercom can be connected to a smart home system, but in this case it is better to use all the components of the system from the same brand – then you can manage them from one application and set up a wider range of interactions between all devices.
It is also important to choose which type of lock suits you best.
- The electromagnetic lock is opened using a magnetic card, an electromagnetic key or a numeric code. In the event of a power outage, it will operate from backup power sources.
- An electromechanical lock is considered more reliable. From the outside, it opens with a regular key and does not depend on the mains. Such a castle is much better suited for a private house. Especially if you have power outages.
Popular questions and answers
Answers to the most frequent questions of readers of the KP gives Maxim Sokolov, expert of the online hypermarket “VseInstrumenty.ru”.
What are the main parameters of a video intercom for a private house?
1. The presence of a tube
Intercoms with a handset are usually chosen for the elderly, who find it more difficult to understand the device. To answer the call, you do not have to press any buttons, you just need to pick up the phone. It is also convenient if you need to keep the silence at home. For example, if there is a bedroom or a rest room next to the hallway, the voice from the receiver will be heard only by you and will not wake anyone up.
Hands-free intercoms allow you to answer a call with the push of a button. The other party’s voice will be heard over the speakerphone. Such intercoms take up less space. On sale you can find a very wide selection of models with different designs that can fit better into the interior than analogues with a tube.
2. Availability of memory
Intercoms with memory allow you to review videos or photos with incoming people. On some models, the image is captured automatically, while on others, after pressing a button by the user.
In addition, there are intercoms with memory for a motion sensor or an infrared sensor. They work as a simplified video surveillance system and allow you to control the area near the house, recording an image when motion or a person is detected in the frame.
There are several types of image recording:
• To the microSD card. Typically, this type of recording is used for analog intercoms. Video or photo can be viewed by inserting the card into the computer. But be careful – not all modern computers have a microSD card slot.
• To file service. Many models of digital intercoms save recorded files to the cloud. You can view images and videos from any smartphone, computer and tablet. But you may have to buy more memory on the cloud – services provide only a limited amount for free. In addition, file services are periodically hacked by scammers. Be careful and come up with a strong password.
3. Display size
It usually ranges from 3 to 10 inches. If you need a wide view and a more detailed image, it is better to choose large displays. If you just need to recognize who exactly is calling you, a small monitor will be enough.
4. Silence mode and volume control
These are important parameters for all lovers of tranquility and for families with small children. During the sleep hour, you can turn off the sound or reduce the volume so that the call does not disturb your household.
Modern intercoms can also be equipped with a number of additional options. For example, the monitor can also be used in photo frame mode. Some monitors can be combined in one network so that, for example, it is possible to open the door from both the first and second floors of your house.
Which connection method to choose: wired or wireless?
Wireless models are great for large areas, two or three-story houses, and if you need to connect 2-4 outdoor panels to one monitor. Modern wireless intercoms can easily provide communication at a distance of up to 100 m. At the same time, you will not have problems during installation and installation, and there will be no extra wires in your house and on the site. But the work of wireless models can be prevented by bad weather or many barriers and other obstacles on the site. All of these can cause interference.
What functions should a video intercom call panel have?
Choose models from stronger materials. You can even find panels with an anti-vandal system, made of durable metal parts and resistant to burglary. They cost more than usual, but they can last you longer. Choose them if your residential area is at risk of break-ins and theft.
Pay attention to models with illuminated call buttons. It will come in handy when you or your guests are looking for the call panel in the dark. The canopy above the panel will protect the body from precipitation. You won’t have to get your hands wet when pressing the buttons, the camera will always remain clean and the image clear.