Doorbells have evolved. Today, they watch us as we approach, let the people inside the home know we’re coming sooner than our finger can hit the button, and give them a good look at our faces before they open the door. They’re essentially security cameras with a chime function. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. If you haven’t already installed one of these handy tools, there’s a huge array available. Choosing the best video doorbell can be a bewildering task, with various factors to consider, including how much of your doorstep you want to see and whether you’re prepared to pay for a subscription. To help make the decision a little bit easier, I tested eight popular video doorbells to find the best. At a glance £129 at Toolstation £69.99 at Freemans £119.99 at Amazon Why you should trust me I’ve been testing products, including everything from vacuum cleaners and robot lawnmowers to computers and games, for various publications for more than …