Helpful instruction guide ; Easy integration with August locks ; USB-dock allows easy charging/setup ; Battery backup ; Durable build quality

No image adjustment for darker locations ; Spotty external Wi-Fi signal strength ; Patchy audio through the August app ; Only works with some doorbell setups

We’re fans of the August Doorbell Cam Pro, but there remains room for improvement even in this second-generation device. While installation of a smart doorbell offers significantly more challenges than a smart lock, August’s app does a good job of...

Sturdy hardware that's straightforward to install ; Floodlight is effective ; Integrates well with other August devices

Requires existing doorbell wiring ; No Apple HomeKit support

Sharp, clear picture and color images at nighttime ; Installation is easy with clear instructions, as long as you have an existing wired doorbell ; Portrait-mode video means it fills up your smartphone screen without having to rotate it

Cloud storage costs are comparatively high versus competing products ; Built-in light doesn't do a great job of nighttime illumination ; Limited compatibility with other smart home devices

The August Doorbell Cam Pro 2 is a solid performer. During my testing it worked as advertised, and the company has put a lot of thought into the installation process. I also like the design, but that's a personal preference.

August's $199 Doorbell Cam Pro offers HD livestreaming, motion detection, two-way talk, a built-in floodlight for low-light conditions and integration with Nest and Amazon Alexa devices.

August charges $5 per month for cloud storage. The Doorbell Cam Pro's square shape won't fit on every doorframe and it's only compatible with mechanical chimes.

The Doorbell Cam Pro is a good choice, particularly if you've invested in other August products, but its higher cloud storage fees hurt its overall value.

August's $199 Doorbell Cam Pro offers HD livestreaming, motion detection, two-way talk, a built-in floodlight for low-light conditions and integration with Nest and Amazon Alexa devices.

August charges $5 per month for cloud storage. The Doorbell Cam Pro's square shape won't fit on every doorframe and it's only compatible with mechanical chimes.

The Doorbell Cam Pro is a good choice, particularly if you've invested in other August products, but its higher cloud storage fees hurt its overall value.

App and hardware are well-designed ; HindSight captures video before motion alarm is triggered ; Works with many smart home systems ; Integrates with smart lock and keypad

Can't set motion zones ; Relatively expensive cloud costs ; Relatively narrow field of view

On its own, August's Doorbell Cam Pro is a solid device, and it's even better when integrated with August's Smart Lock Pro and other smart home platforms.