DO I NEED TO KEEP PAYING?

When you’re shopping for a video doorbell, make sure you check up on any add-ons that might be required to enable all the functionality. Every doorbell will cover the basics right out of the box, but most also give you the option of paying a monthly fee for more features.

MONEY PIE

For example, the Ring Protect plan will set you back either £2.50 or £8 a month. This lets you store 30 days of video in the cloud, so you can go back and look at something you missed; the more expensive plan adds cellular backup in case your Wi-fi goes down. Other manufacturers offer similar plans, so be sure to weigh these up. The ongoing cost of owning one of these devices might be more than you think.