Aldi just launched its own £16.99 rival to Ring’s battery video doorbell – and it’s completely subscription-free

• Aldi has launched its own video doorbell, and could be a contender for a budget-friendly option to Amazon's Ring lineup
• While it doesn't pack the most advanced features, it has two-way talking, water and dust resistance, and SD card support meaning you don't need a subscription
• It's not available to purchase online, but you can get in in-store for £16.99

Aldi’s middle aisle just got more interesting, as it’s now stocking a new smart home device which could be a great entry point into the world of smart home security.

The retailer has launched a new battery-powered video doorbell which comes in at a budget-friendly price of just £16.99. The best video doorbells are one of the basic devices to kick-start a smart home setup, and thanks to pioneering brands such as Ring, Blink, and even Google’s ...