Blu
ADTReleased May 1, 2026 · Analysis updated Sep 21, 2026
Monitor your home with a user-friendly, high-resolution doorbell camera offering flexible options without a contract. The ADT Blu scores 68/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the smart doorbells category. Coverage includes reviews from Security, Safehome, Gearbrain, and CNET.
Critic Score
What's this?based on 4 expert reviews
Low confidence · only 4 reviews
Critics are split: our scores run from 22 (CNET) to 90 (Security) — a 68-point spread.
Average of 4 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score
Pros
- Easy to use(5)
- High resolution camera(3)
- Budget friendly(2)
- Flexible monitoring(2)
- No long-term contract(2)
Cons
- No Google Nest support(3)
- No facial recognition(2)
- Paid cloud storage(2)
4 Publication Reviews
AI summary of this review
ADT Blu is a highly accessible, contract-free DIY security system that offers a simple setup and strong monitoring reputation, though it lacks the advanced smart integrations found in ADT's profession...
Publisher score: 9.0 /10
AI summary of this review
ADT Blu is a highly competent self-installed security system that offers great value and flexibility, though it sacrifices some advanced AI features found in ADT's professional installation line.
Publisher score: 8.6 / 10
