TP-Link’s smart Tapo Video Doorbell keeps an eye on things down at $35 w/ no sub required

Tapo/$35

There are plenty of great smart video doorbells out there to upgrade your front porch situation for 2026 – the latest Ring Battery and Google’s 3rd Gen Nest come to mind, as well as more affordable models like Amazon’s Blink Video Doorbell at $60. But when it comes to some of the least expensive options out there from a well-known smart home brand, it’s doesn’t get much more affordable than TP-Link’s Tapo D205 Smart Video Wireless Doorbell that happens to be down at $35 right now. 

Amazon is now offering the Tapo D205 Smart Video Wireless Doorbell at $34.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $35. This one carries a $50 list price and is now once again available at the same price we tracked over the Black Friday and holiday deal seasons late last year. 

Today’s offer is matching the lowest price we have tracked since it first Amazon in mid-2025 as well. 

There are certainly higher-end options out there, but if you’re just looking for something to keep an eye on things without breaking the bank we recommend taking a look at the TP-Link Tapo lineup, and this model is among the most affordable options right now. 

Get a phone call when a visitor presses your doorbell, and talk to them instantly through the Tapo app.

Despite it’s light price tag, it still delivers 2K video quality and a 160-degree field of view joined by up to 180 days of battery life before you’ll need to give the 5,200mAh built-in lithium-ion battery a re-charge. Another notable addition here, aside from the Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility is the FREE, no subscription-required person detection tech:

Receive alerts only when people are detected inside your custom activity zones…Store recordings on a microSD card at no cost (sold separately, up to 512GB) or subscribe to Tapo Care’s cloud storage.

Tapo D205 Smart Video Wireless Doorbell features:

• Monitor your home in crisp 2K resolution. [Chime NOT included]
• Monitor broad entry areas with a 160° field of view, while built-in AI accurately detects people and sends instant alerts – no monthly fees required.
• Enjoy up to 180 days of use with a 5,200mAh built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
• Get a phone call when a visitor presses your doorbell, and talk to them instantly through the Tapo app.