Best Intercom Brands for Australian Homes

Choosing the right intercom brand can make a big difference to the way your home, townhouse, unit, gate or business entry point operates. A good intercom system should provide clear communication, reliable visitor screening, convenient door or gate release and, where required, smartphone app access.

CTC Communications supplies a wide range of trusted intercom brands for Australian homes and businesses, including Aiphone, Dahua, Golmar, Hikvision, Kocom, Videoman, HiLook, Elvox and Akuvox. Each brand has different strengths, so the best choice depends on your property type, wiring, budget, app requirements and whether you need a simple home kit or a more advanced access control solution.

This guide compares the best intercom brands for Australian homes and explains which type of property each brand may suit best.

Quick Comparison: Which Intercom Brand Is Best?

Aiphone Intercom Systems

Aiphone intercom systems are a strong choice for customers who want a premium intercom brand with a long-standing reputation for reliability. Aiphone is commonly used in homes, villas, apartment buildings, commercial sites, schools and larger facilities.

Aiphone may be suitable if you want:

• A reliable intercom brand for long-term use
• Video intercom options for homes and businesses
• Door station and monitor station options
• Solutions for residential and commercial properties
• Systems suitable for apartments or multi-tenant buildings
• Professional installation and long-term support

Best fit: Homeowners, apartment buildings, commercial sites and customers who want a premium intercom solution.

Dahua Intercom Systems

Dahua intercom systems are a popular option for homes and businesses wanting video entry, smartphone control and integration with broader security systems. Dahua is also a strong choice when you are already using Dahua CCTV or want a connected security setup.

Dahua intercoms may be suitable if you want:

• Video intercom kits for homes and small businesses
• Smartphone app access where supported
• Door stations and indoor monitor stations
• Options for gates, entries and small commercial sites
• CCTV and intercom compatibility within the same brand ecosystem
• Modern features at a practical price point

Best fit: Homes, small businesses, gates and customers wanting smart video intercoms with app support.

Hikvision Intercom Systems

Hikvision intercom systems are well suited to homes and businesses that want smart video entry, remote access and flexible installation options. Hikvision offers IP and 2-wire style intercom systems, making it useful for both new installations and some upgrade projects.

Hikvision may be suitable if you want:

• Video intercom kits for homes or businesses
• IP and 2-wire intercom options
• Remote viewing and app control where supported
• Door station and monitor station combinations
• Gate or door release integration
• Compatibility with broader Hikvision security systems

Best fit: Smart homes, townhouses, gates, small businesses and customers already using Hikvision CCTV or security products.

Kocom Intercom Systems

Kocom intercom systems are a practical option for homes that need a reliable wired intercom. Kocom is often considered for simple home intercom replacements, especially where customers want a straightforward monitor and door station setup.

Kocom may be suitable if you want:

• A reliable home intercom system
• 2-wire or 4-wire intercom options
• Simple video door entry
• Replacement options for older home intercoms
• A practical wired system for houses or townhouses
• Easy everyday operation

Best fit: Homes, townhouses and customers upgrading an older wired intercom system.

Golmar Intercom Systems

Golmar intercom systems are often chosen for stylish video entry and practical home or apartment intercom applications. Golmar can suit customers who want a clean-looking monitor, reliable visitor communication and access release options.

Golmar may be suitable if you want:

• Video intercom options for homes or units
• Stylish indoor monitor designs
• Door station and monitor combinations
• Intercom options for apartment-style entry
• A practical system for front doors or gates
• Professional installation for a clean finish

Best fit: Homes, apartments, villas and customers who want a stylish video intercom option.

Videoman Intercom Systems

Videoman intercom systems can suit customers looking for practical video intercom or smartphone intercom options for home entry. Videoman may be considered for simple residential applications where customers want a cost-effective entry solution.

Videoman may be suitable if you want:

• A practical home intercom system
• Video door entry options
• Smartphone intercom options where supported
• Simple visitor screening
• Entry-level intercom choices
• Home or small property applications

Best fit: Homes and customers wanting a practical video intercom solution.

HiLook Intercom Systems

HiLook intercom systems are a value-focused option for homes and small businesses needing video entry without overcomplicating the system. HiLook can suit customers who want an affordable intercom with familiar security features.

HiLook may be suitable if you want:

• An affordable video intercom option
• Simple home or small business entry control
• Door station and monitor combinations
• Value-focused security products
• A practical alternative to more advanced systems

Best fit: Budget-conscious homeowners, small businesses and simple video intercom installations.

Elvox Intercom Systems

Elvox intercom systems are a strong option for customers who want stylish design, premium presentation and practical video entry. Elvox is often suited to homes where the indoor monitor and entry station appearance matter as much as the functionality.

Elvox may be suitable if you want:

• A premium-looking intercom system
• Video entry for homes or apartments
• Stylish indoor monitor options
• Door release and access control compatibility
• A modern intercom finish for higher-end properties

Best fit: Premium homes, stylish renovations, villas and customers wanting a polished intercom appearance.

Akuvox Intercom Systems

Akuvox intercom systems are designed for smart, connected entry solutions. Akuvox is a strong option for modern homes, apartments, offices and properties needing IP intercom features, app access and more advanced access control options.

Akuvox may be suitable if you want:

• Smart IP intercom features
• App-based visitor management where supported
• Modern door stations and indoor monitors
• Access control-style features
• Options for apartments, offices and smart homes
• A future-focused intercom platform

Best fit: Smart homes, apartments, commercial entries and customers wanting more advanced IP intercom functionality.

Which Brand Is Best for Your Home?

The best intercom brand depends on how the system will be used. A simple home may only need a basic video intercom kit, while a large home, gated property, apartment building or commercial entry may need a more advanced system.

Wired, 2-Wire or Wireless: Brand Choice Matters

Before choosing an intercom brand, it is important to understand your property wiring. Some systems are best for new builds and renovations, while others are better suited to retrofits using existing cable.

• Wired intercoms: Best for new builds, renovations and long-term installations where cabling can be installed neatly.
• 2-wire intercoms: Often useful for upgrades where existing wiring may be reused, depending on compatibility.
• IP intercoms: Suitable for modern homes, businesses and smart entry systems using network cabling.
• Wireless or Wi-Fi intercoms: Useful where cabling is difficult, but performance depends on signal strength and network quality.

If you are unsure which wiring type suits your home, visit our Intercom Systems for Home page for a broader overview of wired, 2-wire hybrid and wireless options.

Smartphone Intercoms: Which Brands Are Best?

Smartphone intercoms are popular because they allow you to answer the door, speak to visitors and release a door or gate from your phone where supported. This is useful for busy families, deliveries, trades, gated homes and small businesses.

Brands to consider for smartphone intercoms include:

• Dahua: Strong option for smart video intercom and security integration.
• Hikvision: Good option for app-based video entry and security system compatibility.
• Aiphone: Premium option for reliable home and commercial intercom systems.
• Akuvox: Strong smart IP option for advanced app and access control features.
• Elvox and Golmar: Stylish options for selected home and apartment applications.

You can also browse CTC Communications’ Smartphone Intercom Systems collection.

Do You Need an Electric Door Strike?

Many intercom systems include an unlock button on the indoor monitor or smartphone app, but the door or gate will usually need compatible release hardware. This may include an electric door strike, gate release, magnetic lock or other access control accessory.

An electric door strike can allow you to unlock the door from:

• The indoor intercom monitor
• A smartphone app where supported
• A reception desk or office
• A keypad or access control system
• A gate or entry release button

Browse electric door strikes if you want your intercom system to release a door or gate.

Questions to Ask Before Choosing an Intercom Brand

Before choosing an intercom system, work through these questions:

• Is the intercom for a house, apartment, townhouse, gate or business?
• Do you need audio only or video intercom?
• Do you want smartphone app access?
• Is existing intercom wiring already installed?
• Do you need a 2-wire retrofit option?
• Will the system need to release a door strike or gate?
• Do you need multiple indoor monitors?
• Will the intercom connect with CCTV or access control?
• Is this a new build, renovation or replacement system?
• Do you need a premium system or a budget-friendly kit?

Why Choose CTC Communications?

CTC Communications supplies intercom systems, video intercom kits, smartphone intercoms, door stations, monitor stations and intercom accessories from leading brands. Our team can help you compare brands, choose the right kit and plan a professional installation.

Reasons to choose CTC Communications:

• Over 30 years of security industry experience
• Wide range of intercom brands and kits
• Options for homes, townhouses, apartments and businesses
• Wired, 2-wire, IP and wireless intercom options
• Smartphone intercom and remote unlock options
• Electric door strike and access control accessories
• Professional installation available across Sydney
• Australia-wide product supply

Our Recommendation

If you want a premium intercom with strong long-term reliability, start with Aiphone. If you want smartphone features and broader security integration, compare Dahua, Hikvision and Akuvox. If you need a practical wired home replacement, consider Kocom or Golmar.

For simple or value-focused video intercom options, HiLook and Videoman may also be worth considering.

The best intercom brand depends on your property, wiring, entry point, app requirements and budget. If you are unsure, compare your options on our Intercom Systems for Home page or contact CTC Communications for advice.

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