Early Black Friday deal at Amazon drops the Blink Video Doorbell to $29.99

You can't get much cheaper than this for a video doorbell. As part of its early Black Friday deals, Amazon is offering the Blink Video Doorbell for just $29.99 (was $69.99).Even many of the best budget doorbells can't beat this price. It isn't the most advanced one out there, but for less than $30, the Blink Video Doorbell offers the essential features that most people want. You can view live footage (even at night with infrared), and greet visitors via two-way audio in the Blink app.The Blink Video Doorbell also comes with everything you need to get started, including the Sync Module Core for setting up your Blink smart home, a USB-C cable with a power adapter, three AA batteries, and a mount with screws if you choose to use it.Today's best Blink Video Doorbell dealIt's hard to beat the price on the Blink Video Doorbell. For less than $30, you get a head-to-toe HD camera, infrared night vision, and two-way audio via the Blink app. Its uncomplicated, wire-free setup and up to two years of battery life also make it more beginner-friendly. The Blink Video Doorbell includes a Sync Module Core, three AA batteries, a USB-C cable with a power adapter, and a mount with screws.View DealThe second-generation Blink Video Doorbell is a step up from the original with a wider field of view that can now see head-to-toe, and a longer battery life that lasts up to two years. In our Blink Video Doorbell (Gen 2) and Sync Module review, we highlighted its easy-to-install setup and battery-powered build, especially for a first-time video doorbell user.The included Sync Module Core acts as a central hub for your Blink smart home system and can connect with up to 10 Blink devices. Note that the old Sync Module 2 and Sync Module XR support local storage, but the new Sync Module Core does not. The Blink Subscription Plan offers a free 30-day trial that can save and store clips and footage, but after that, you'll need to pay to keep the same service.If you've got a bigger budget, I'd recommend also browsing our best video doorbells to make sure you're getting the best you can afford. Our smart home tech expert also has a few recommendations for the best outdoor security cameras.