Intercom Solutions for every property

Intercom Systems That Fit Any Home: Doorbird, 2N and UniFi

🚪 Smart Intercoms Aren’t Just for Apartment Blocks Anymore

Gone are the days of clunky door entry systems. Today’s intercoms can do far more than just buzz you in — from mobile notifications to video calls, gate code control, and seamless smart home integration.

At Pro Media Solutions, we work with three of the most reliable, flexible intercom platforms available in the UK: Doorbird, 2N, and UniFi.

Each brand suits different homes, projects and integration needs — and this guide will help you understand where each shine.

🔍 Quick Comparison: Doorbird vs 2N vs UniFi

🏡 Doorbird – Elegant, Retrofit-Friendly, and Control4 Compatible

Doorbird is a German brand known for clean design, robust hardware, and easy app access. We often recommend Doorbird for retrofit properties, especially where aesthetics matter.

✅ Ideal For:

• Refurbishments and existing homes
• Gate intercom upgrades
• Clients already using Control4

🔑 Features We Love:

• Live video + audio calls from your smartphone
• Integration with Control4 – see and speak via touchscreens or Halo remotes
• Gate code management – add or revoke codes in the app
• Stylish faceplates in stainless steel, bronze, black and more

🔧 Models We Use:

• D1102 – great for homes with 1 entrance/gate
• D2102 – for multi-button or multi-resident properties
• A1101 – 4″ indoor touchscreen monitor (if you don’t want to rely on your phone)

🏙️ 2N – Professional Grade Entry for Larger Homes and Developments

2N, a Czech company owned by Axis Communications, delivers bulletproof commercial-level performance with luxury design appeal. It’s a step up in price — but the functionality is unmatched.

✅ Ideal For:

• Multi-dwelling buildings or large estates
• High-security homes or developments
• Architects and M&E consultants with specific security requirements

🔑 Features We Love:

• Full Control4 support – including video-to-touchscreen and keypad integration
• Advanced access control – PIN, NFC, Bluetooth, RFID, fingerprint (depending on model)
• SIP/IP based – works with third-party systems like Crestron, RTI and more
• My2N Cloud – gives secure remote access to calls from anywhere in the world

🔧 Models We Use:

• 2N IP Verso – modular with fingerprint readers, touchscreens, keypads
• 2N IP Base – simpler units for smaller buildings
• Indoor Touch 2.0 – premium in-wall monitor with HD video

🌐 UniFi UA-G3-Intercom – Simple, Stylish and App-Driven

UniFi, by Ubiquiti, has become the backbone of many of our home networks — and now with the UA-G3-Intercom, they offer a true network-based video intercom system that works beautifully with homes already using UniFi WiFi, Protect CCTV, or Access control.

While it doesn’t yet offer native Control4 integration, it’s incredibly easy to deploy, cost-effective, and backed by UniFi’s robust platform and mobile app.

✅ Ideal For:

• Homes already using UniFi systems (WiFi, cameras or access)
• Clients wanting a clean, unified app experience
• Retrofit gate or door entry setups without complex smart home demands

🔑 Features We Love:

• Two-way audio and video calling
• Person detection and mobile notifications
• Full integration with UniFi Protect (no cloud subscription required)
• Simple PoE connection, IP-based setup
• UniFi Intercom Viewer option for in-home touchscreen management

🖥️ UniFi Intercom Viewer – In-Home Video Access Made Easy

The Intercom Viewer is UniFi’s answer to traditional indoor touchscreens. Mounted on the wall and powered via PoE, it creates a standalone in-home experience without relying on phones or third-party systems.

Key Features:

• Receive and answer UA-G3-Intercom calls
• View live feeds from UniFi Protect cameras
• Page between Viewers across the home
• Mute, adjust settings, and manage alerts from the screen
• Clean, flush-mounted design – ideal for hallways, kitchens or upstairs landings

This makes UniFi one of the only app-first platforms to now offer both outdoor intercom and in-home video station capability — great for smaller smart homes or self-build projects.

🔁 What If You Need Integration Later?

For clients who start with UniFi but grow into more integrated systems, we offer flexible upgrade paths. You can:

• Start with UniFi and upgrade to Control4 + Doorbird or 2N
• Use UniFi for CCTV while pairing Hikvision cameras with Control4
• Mix and match as your smart home expands — we make it seamless

🎯 Which Intercom Is Right for You?

Go for Doorbird if:

You want a stylish, Control4-compatible intercom with mobile access and gate control.

Go for 2N if:

You need robust access control, multi-user setups, or developer-grade functionality.

Go for UniFi if:

You’re already using UniFi for WiFi/CCTV and want a simple, reliable intercom system with an optional in-home screen.

📞 Ready to Upgrade Your Intercom?

From elegant gates to multi-unit dwellings, we design intercom systems that fit the property — and the lifestyle — of every client.

We are intercom / door entry solution installation specialists in Surrey covering Berkshire, Hampshire, Buckinghamshire and London for residential and commercial installations.

To find out more or discuss which intercom solution is best for your home or business, please call us on 0345 505 1760 or use our contact form.