Aren't you tired of hearing the same old chimes from your doorbell? Do you want to give your house a unique touch that will not only amuse the visitors but will also give you the energy to walk up that door and open it? Why not give wireless battery-operated programmable doorbells a try? These babies are not just easy to install but also customizable. They can play different music or tunes and even your own mp3 files. Some of them even have LCD's and led lights.
Here is a list of the best programmable doorbells that you should try:
It can work up to 450 feet and has adjustable volumes to make sure you can hear it. What's great with this doorbell is that it comes with sleep mode which you can activate when you don't want to accept on-the-spot visits at night. It also has 8 built-in tunes but you can always add your own mp3 files. It also as a portable wall mount option and an LED light that lights up when someone presses it.
2. NuTone LA600WH Universal Wired/Wireless MP3 Doorbell
The NuTone LA600WH Universal Wired/Wireless MP3 Doorbell also has eight pre-loaded tunes but then again, who needs those when you can download your own mp3 music? The exterior is also paintable to make sure you can match it with the color palette of your house. Aside from that, it boasts a flexible chime feature wherein you can set the chime to play according to various holidays, sports seasons, and even your favorite songs. The installation is also easy peasy as it only takes about 15 mins.
By now you already now that each programmable doorbell can play mp3 files, but what makes this one special aside from the fact that it has 9 preloaded chimes, is that you can actually install a MicroSD card on it. It also has an incandescent bulb/LED light. It also boasts a ten-watt amplifier that is capable of driving two external 8-ohm speakers and 3.5" coaxial internal speakers.
4. 1byone Easy Chime Wireless Doorbell
For all you folks who want to try programmable doorbells without damaging your pockets, here's a low-cost option, but just because it's low-cost doesn't mean it's not high-performing. The 1byone Easy Chime Wireless Doorbell can work up to 500 feet or 150 m. You can always be easily informed if someone wants you at the door. It is also FCC and RoHS certified. This programmable doorbell also has 36 different tunes, already included, and to top that, it has 6 levels of adjustable volume from 24 to 110 decibels. You may have the option to get notifications through either sound or led lights, or both. You can do-it-yourself by pairing additional receivers and push-buttons. One receiver can pair up to 5 push-buttons. The installation is also breezy, you won't need additional batteries for the plug-in receivers. The push-button can also be attached to the doorframe with adhesive tapes. Besides, the push button is rated IP44 and weatherproof for outdoor use.