Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4.
THE SHORT ANSWERChime-based local microSD storage up to 512GB. Continuous local recording requires wired power.
US market · Source review is not hands-on testing · Manufacturer-service survival not proven
What stays. What you lose.
Chime-based local microSD storage up to 512GB. Continuous local recording requires wired power.
| Without a paid subscription | Documented status |
|---|---|
| Recorded event history | Documented |
| Person detection | Documented |
| Remote live view | Documented |
| 24/7 recording | Conditional |
| Record without internet | Unverified |
Aqara also offers free cloud snippets, which are not offline or company-death-proof. 24/7 recording needs wired power.
What else you need.
Included chime, microSD card; wiring for 24/7 recording.
Hardware that stores data locally can still depend on a vendor account, app activation, supported firmware or an internet connection for certain functions.
Read the source. Not just the conclusion.
These links substantiate specific claims. They do not prove physical testing, current retail pricing, or long-term operation if vendor services end.
- Aqara — Video Doorbell G4 featuresOpen official source ↗
No required fee, chime storage and wired continuous mode
- Aqara — G4 technical specsOpen official source ↗
microSD limit and included chime