Disclosure: I participated in the SkyBell blog program as a member of One2One Network. I received compensation but all opinions are my own.
Have you heard of the SkyBell Video Doorbell? It is an amazing invention that allows you to not only see visitors at your door, but talk to them too! The video doorbell is connected to an app on your iPhone, Android, or tablet and you receive a popup call from the SkyBell app every time someone rings your door bell. You can be inside your home or thousands of miles away! I seriously love this thing!
Today, you have the chance to win your own SkyBell Video Doorbell for your own home (retails for $199) but first I’m going to show you how easy it is to install it.
I was so excited to install the SkyBell at our home, but unfortunately we don’t have a wired doorbell (which is a requirement), so we installed it at our friends’ house instead. Our loss, their gain!
We simply removed the existing doorbell and then screwed on the plate attachment that came with the SkyBell. There are a few plate options in case you want to angle your camera.
Then, you connect the wires and twist on the SkyBell. You’ll need to let it charge for a few minutes before use.
I am really impressed with the app! It has a lot of different features that I just love. As a mom who still has a baby that naps, I love that you can disable the door chime inside your home! Instead of having to place a sign on your door, you can just click the button from your app, you won’t hear a sound inside and you will still get a notification on your phone when someone comes to the door.
The motion sensor is also a great feature. The only issue I have is that it takes a solid 10 seconds of movement before the app will alert you that someone is at the door. I wish it was instant. However, if you are ever suspicious that someone is there, you can always manually turn on the camera and check in on your porch.
This is a screen shot of what will pop up on your phone when someone rings the doorbell. You can choose to answer it and talk to your visitor or just end the call and answer the door. The camera has a fairly large radius, but the full range will obviously be dependent on where your doorbell is located. Our friends’ was in the corner of their door, so you lose a little visibility with the wall.
The SkyBell is not only a fun gadget to make life easier but it is also perfect for added security when you are away.
Are you ready to win your own? Just use the Rafflecopter form below to enter.
Giveaway details: Giveaway is open from April 21,2015-April 25,2015. and is open to US residence, 18 years or older. Giveaway winner will be chosen on April 26,2015 and will be contacted via email. SkyBell provided the Video Doorbell for this giveaway.
About Taryn Whiteaker
Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!
I love how easy the installation is and that it connects with an app on your phone!
The security of never opening the door for someone who may be of harm is priceless!!!
I really love that it has an app! And, I would love this for when I am home alone with the kids and my husband is still at work!
I love this SO MUCH!!!! The best feature is that I would always know who was at my door- whether I’m home or not. LOVE LOVE LOVE that
I like that I can use my phone along with it, not a separate device to get lost in the house somewhere.
I would love this as I usually don’t answer my door if I don’t know who it is.
I love that you can talk to someone at the door without opening it.
I love that you can disable it right from the app
I love that it’s an app. My parents have an intercom system in their home and this seems so much easier!
I like that the video footage comes to your phone!
I like that you can talk to the person on the outside of your door without actually answering it.
I love that you can see who’s at the door without having to sneak around trying to peak out the window. If they’re at the front door, they’re usually selling something I don’t want to buy, but could also be a neighbor..
I love the app feature! I really want this!!
This looks awesome and would be perfect for our new house we are closing on in May!!
I love that you can see who’s actually there. I wonder does it save video time, so if someone does something to your property or breaks in you can pull the video? Such a neat product!
Yes! It does save video for a certain period of time. There is an ‘activity log’ in the app dashboard and it keeps the last few videos in case you ever need to use them for break ins etc.
Knock knock? Who’s there? This would be awesome!!
I love that it detects motion and that I can see who is at my door from anywhere in the house.
I love having a secure front door. In our area, it is a great idea to see who is at the door.
Love that it connects to phone app!!
My husband and I have been wanting one of these so badly! Thanks for a chance to win!
Would love to win this! We are in the market for a new doorbell!
This would be so nice when you are in the middle of a project or cooking. If it is a friend you could just tell them to come in! Thanks for the chance!
The fact that the video can be seen on the app on your phone is fantastic!
I love that I can see who is at the door without having to go to the door. We have a glass insert and sometimes I don’t want to answer but can’t look through a “peep hole” without the person seeing me.
I am obsessed with this! Being a new mom – I want to do everything in my power to protect my little man. Our front door has no windows, so I often get nervous to answer the door. Love being able to see who is at the door from my phone. Especially, since I get tied up with taking care of Luke – love being able to just see who it is and whether or not I would like to answer! Crossing my fingers!
Ps. I can’t change my answer as to my instagram name, but I forgot the s on the end of my name – my IG account is: @calliebowers
I love how it interacts with the phone.
The feature that appeals to me the most is the nigh vision feature, vey cool!
I like that you can talk to your visitor. I am upstairs a lot and it would be nice to let people know I’ll be down in a bit.
The most appealing feature is being able to see who’s at my door without having to answer it. I LOVE that I can be anywhere and if I’m not expecting someone I can check the SkyBell before I open!
I love the camera feature!
I love that you can talk to the person at the door and also see who’s there.
I would love to have the SkyBell! I love that you can answer the door remotely.
Thanks for the chance to win!
I love that you can talk back! This would be great!
I like that It has a large radius angles….
The security feature is what appeals to me th most!
My gadget-loving husband will love this! Thanks for the giveaway too!
I was just talking to my husband about security at our house a couple days ago. This would be great to have for sure!
Love that it looks so simple to install and that you can control it from your phone.
Love being able to see who is at the door, without having to open it to a stranger.
I love the idea of a camera at the front door. Seeing who is there before opening the door, is a wonderful security feature!! Thank you for the give away!!
Connecting with my phone for sure!
This is such a great idea! I love how the camera is easy to connect and will allow me to see who is at the door before answering it. It makes it even better than it can be connected to my phone. Great Giveaway!
These would be great for older people. My mom could totally use one!
I love that I can see visually who is at my front door right from my phone so I don’t even have to be home and if I am, it’s so much safer this way.
Definitely love being able to see who is at the door on my phone.
I think the best feature is just being able to see who is at the door without opening the door, Does this camera have good picture quality and does it save the video? As a home mom, I always worry about security and this looks like a great device to make me feel secure at home.
I love the voice feature.
I like that you can talk to someone at the door and the motion sensor
I love the motion sensor feature.
I like being able to answer the door without being there.
Being able to see who is at the door so I can decide if I want to answer or not. Haha. Our door doesn’t even have a peep hole so this would be so awesome!
I love that it connects to your phone! :)
I love that you can see who’s at the door…..so cool!!
I like that you can see who is at the door right from the app and you don’t have to answer the door or can talk to the person/people at the door.
I LOVE all the features, but the one that appeals to me the most is the ability to talk to whoever is outside without having to open the door. It might keep those pesky salesmen away!
It would be SO nice to know who is at my door without having to open it first! What a neat gadget.
This is a great alternative to installing a separate camera that requires new wiring. Hoping this would deter our neighborhood ding dong ditchers.
Wow– This is perfect for our little city home. Love the motion sensor activation.
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I love you can talk and see the person. thankyou, ken
I love the whole safety aspect of this!! I don’t have to open the door to anyone! LOVE that I can see and talk to whoever is at the door without opening it. AWESOME!!
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I like the motion sensor.