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Front video doorbell - Orion vs Swann

CSParnell
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Front video doorbell - Orion vs Swann

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I had the question today in regards to a video door bell that would fit the following criteria and usually I love Grid Connect products there is no hiding that but I also love Swann for security because it works and keeps on working.

My customer today was looking for a video door bell that would fit the following criteria.

# Must be able to be hard wired securely.

# Local storage l, cloud optional

# Able to intergrate into Google Home and Assistant for use on Google Hub.

 

So I'm going to compare the 2 following products for the sake of the my customer that I didn't get a chance to and promised I would look I to it and for the benefit of others.

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Let's start with the Orion Smart Vodeo Door Bell.

Hard-wired? Capable yes but bottom entry via usb. 

Battery ? Yes around 3 months between recharge depending on use

WIFI? Yes

Video Quality? 1080p 2MP

Local storage? Yes Class 10 up to 128gb (16gb included)

Smart home integration? No 👎 No integration with Google or Alexa 

 

https://www.bunnings.com.au/orion-black-1080p-hd-grid-connect-smart-wireless-video-doorbell_p0178707

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Next the Swann Buddy.

Hard Wired? Yes 12-24 VAC 

Battery? Yes around 2 to 3 months depending on use

Wifi? Yes

Video Quality? 1080p Full HD

Local Storage? Yes 32gb included and free cloud recording 

Smart home integration? Yes both Google Home and Alexa 👍 

 

https://www.bunnings.com.au/swann-buddy-wifi-video-doorbell_p0336160

 

So there is a price difference between the 2 of around $90 and weighing up if that difference is of value based of what functions they offer. It comes down to personal choice and budget as both will do a fantastic job.

 

I hope that helps some and as always.

Happy Automations Bunnings Peeps 

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