SimpliSafe Series 2
Smart Doorbells

Series 2

SimpliSafe

Released Nov 1, 2024 · Analysis updated Oct 30, 2026

This doorbell offers easy DIY installation, AI person detection, and optional live agent monitoring for convenient home security. The SimpliSafe Series 2 scores 80/100 based on 6 expert reviews in the smart doorbells category. Coverage includes reviews from Security, Androidguys, Gearbrain, and Safehome.

Critic Score

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80

based on 6 expert reviews

SecurityAndroidguysGearbrainSafehomePCMag+1 more

Critics are split: our scores run from 58 (PCWorld) to 99 (Security) — a 41-point spread.

Average of 6 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score

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Pros

  • Flexible power options(2)
  • Easy DIY installation(2)
  • AI person detection(2)
  • Live agent monitoring(2)

Cons

  • Limited features(9)
  • High price(7)
  • Easy to use(3)

6 Publication Reviews

99
Independent publication10/2026

AI summary of this review

The SimpliSafe Outdoor Camera Series 2 is a highly-rated security device featuring advanced AI detection and seamless system integration, though it relies entirely on cloud subscriptions for storage.

Publisher score: 9.9 /10

94
Independent publication11/2024

AI summary of this review

The SimpliSafe Outdoor Camera Series 2 is a category-leading security solution that distinguishes itself with a revolutionary proactive monitoring service and improved hardware.

Score estimated from the review text

80
Independent publication03/2025

AI summary of this review

The SimpliSafe Outdoor Camera Series 2 offers a unique and powerful security layer by blending AI detection with real-time professional human intervention, though it is held back by high subscription ...

Publisher score: 8 10

80
Independent publication10/2026

AI summary of this review

The SimpliSafe Outdoor Camera is a reliable, easy-to-install security tool that excels when integrated into the broader SimpliSafe ecosystem, though it requires a premium subscription to unlock its be...

Publisher score: 8.0 / 10

70
Major publication02/2025

AI summary of this review

The SimpliSafe Outdoor Camera Series 2 is a competent add-on for existing SimpliSafe users that offers unique professional live monitoring, though it is hampered by a high price and restrictive subscr...

Publisher score: 3.5

58
Major publication08/2025

AI summary of this review

The SimpliSafe Outdoor Security Camera 2 offers almost no hardware improvements over its predecessor, with its primary new AI monitoring feature being costly and underperforming.

Score estimated from the review text