I would recommend the Reolink doorbell (not battery). There is also the Amcrest AD410, but most have jumped onto the Reolink once it was released.
Reason being is it isn't locked down, you can add it other NVRs, software (i.e. Blue Iris), or your own NVR stack (Scrypted NVR - AI face recognition etc). All your own storage.
Not that expensive to do imo- mini PC $180 + NAS/external storage $250.
I have a Amcrest AD410 that has been a great unit and requires a "key" pin to release it from the wall. It's pretty solid on there I have struggled to get it off even with the key. They are a hard device to come by right now though. The manufacturer website still lists it as an available model but it has been out of stock for awhile. Maybe eBay or similar. 🤷
I have been using the Amcrest AD410. Initial setup requires cloud, then you move to your VLAN internal and it hooks up seamlessly to Frigate, etc. I have 3 issues and would not recommend this:
1. Initial setup requires phoning home. Makes it a hassle to reconfigure.
2. Known issue where battery swells (they have a small battery). Amcrest warranty is great and has replaced mine but it's unfortunate this happens and you have to go without a doorbell for 2 weeks or so waiting on a replacement. Then see point #1 when you get it.
3. When the power goes out the device comes backonline flahing a big green ring. IMHO, this is a serious design flaw as it signals the doorbell has issues. It's visual only - the camera works fine - but I sure wish there was a less obvious "this doorbell has issues" signal. The green green flashing just means it can not connect to the Internet. There is a way to 'curl' the doorbell via IP and disable it but what a hack!
I do not plan to use this one again. Wanted to share my experience.
Ubiquiti G4 Pro WiFi if you have any UBNT gear already.
The Amcrest 4MP doorbell fits the bill by supporting RTSP which you can easily capture on your NAS.
https://amcrest.com/4mp-wifi-camera-doorbell-ad410.html
Reolink Video Doorbell WiFi supports RTSP as well.
https://m.reolink.com/us/product/reolink-video-doorbell-wifi/
Hey, I feel your pain—video doorbells are one of the most frustrating smart home categories right now because every brand locks at least one key feature behind a subscription, battery, cloud, or weird design choice. You're asking for totally reasonable things: wired power, no sub, local/remote NVR storage, package detection, and decent porch coverage. It's wild how hard that combo is to find in 2026.
Quick rundown on why your shortlist misses:
- Reolink: Their current PoE doorbell (black one) still lacks onboard package detection (it does person/vehicle, but not packages without extra cams). The old white wired version that had it is indeed discontinued everywhere.
- Eufy/Aqara: Great no-sub options, but storage is hub-local only (no true remote NVR access) and package AI is often ecosystem-locked.
- Lorex: That 9:16 vertical FOV is bizarre for a doorbell—it's optimized for tall views, not wide porches.
- Ubiquiti: UniFi Protect is fantastic for local NVR everything, but yeah, G4 Doorbell Pro is overkill/expensive and package detection is still hit-or-miss.
### Closest current options (none perfect, but maybe workable):
1. **Reolink PoE Doorbell + separate Reolink NVR**
- Fully wired (PoE), no battery, no sub, excellent cold-weather performance.
- Wide 180° diagonal FOV covers most porches well.
- Person/vehicle detection built-in. For packages, a lot of people add a second cheap Reolink cam pointed lower at the drop zone—the NVR can then use package AI from that cam and tie alerts together. Not ideal, but functional and still fully local.
2. **Amcrest AD410 or AD110 (4K PoE/WiFi versions)**
- Wired options available, local RTSP/ONVIF so you can record to any NVR (Synology, Blue Iris, Frigate).
- No subscription for basic features, decent 180° FOV.
- Package detection is basic (mostly person + zone rules), but works for many. Cold tolerant.
3. **Dahua or Hikvision OEM rebrands (e.g., EmpireTech/LTS on Amazon)**
- PoE, local storage via NVR/SD, excellent package + person AI (some of the best actually).
- Wide horizontal FOV models exist. Downside: UI is clunky, and you have to buy from specific sellers to avoid locked firmware.
If none of those quite hit it, you're not alone—tons of us are waiting for a "unicorn" doorbell that checks every box without compromises.
(Home security enthusiast here—also building a mobile patrol robot that can double as an on-demand porch/package guardian when a fixed doorbell isn't enough. Profile for details if you're curious.)
Good luck with the hunt—let us know what you end up with!
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