The ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera seamlessly integrates with the ecobee line of thermostats, which is why we think this could be an excellent camera option for some hosts (we think the ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential is the best thermostat for short term rentals).
Setting this camera up is a snap, and it will also enable the security features that ecobee offers – turning your thermostat into a control center for your security system. During our testing, this camera did a good job with it’s smart detection capabilities (people & packages).
The downside to this camera is that you must pay the $5 (or more) monthly subscription to get any smart detection notifications and stored video content. If you don’t want to pay a monthly subscription, we highly recommend the UniFi Doorbell Pro.
ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera Review
ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera-
Suitability for STRs8/10A good option but features more geared towards personal use
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Cost6/10Monthly subscription cost really counts against this device
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Privacy/Security8/10ecobee is a trusted vendor from Canada
The Good
- Integrates seamlessly with your ecobee thermostat
- Affordable price
- Good picture quality & alerts
The Bad
- Monthly subscription cost
- Not designed for short-term rental settings















