Nap Guardian No Soliciting Doorbell Cover
Best for: Best doorbell blocker — physically blocks the button, rotating No Soliciting/Do Not Disturb, fits Ring + any doorbell, includes custom blank + stickers. U.S. patented. 4.3★ / 847 reviews.
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Our review
The Nap Guardian solves a problem everyone has but nobody talks about: unwanted doorbell rings. Solicitors, delivery drivers, random visitors — they all ring the bell during baby naps, work calls, and night shifts. Sticky notes blow away. This product physically blocks the button so it cannot be pressed.
Invented by a sleep nurse who was losing her mind from doorbell interruptions during her baby's naps, it is a U.S. patented design made from UV-resistant plastic. One side says 'Do Not Disturb,' the other says 'No Soliciting' — rotate to whichever you need. It also includes a blank sign for custom messages and 12 reusable fun stickers (including a Sasquatch one that reviewers love).
Installation takes seconds — peel the adhesive, stick the hook, slide the cover on. It fits Ring doorbells, video doorbells, and traditional doorbells without blocking cameras or motion sensors. Reviewers with babies, pets that panic at doorbells, and work-from-home professionals all say the same thing: 'Why didn't I buy this sooner?'
The downsides: 8% one-star with complaints about cheap-feeling plastic and adhesive that fails in extreme weather. The cover can become brittle after prolonged sun exposure (one reviewer replaced after ~2 years). Some delivery drivers ignore it and knock instead. And at $15-17 for what is essentially a plastic flap, some feel the price is steep. But for parents with sleeping babies, it is worth every penny.
👍 Pros
- Physically blocks doorbell button — not just a sign
- Rotates: No Soliciting ↔ Do Not Disturb
- Fits Ring, video doorbells, and traditional doorbells
- Doesn't block camera or motion sensor
- U.S. patented design, UV-resistant material
- Includes blank sign + 12 fun reusable stickers
- Installs in seconds — no tools, no drilling
- 70% five-star — parents and WFH workers love it
👎 Cons
- 8% one-star — plastic feels cheap to some
- Adhesive can fail in extreme weather
- Becomes brittle after ~2 years of sun exposure
- Some delivery drivers knock instead
- $15-17 for a plastic cover — feels pricey
Specifications
| Type | Doorbell button cover/blocker |
|---|---|
| Function | Physically blocks doorbell button |
| Signs | Do Not Disturb / No Soliciting (rotating) |
| Extras | Blank sign + 12 reusable stickers |
| Material | UV-resistant plastic |
| Compatibility | Ring, video doorbells, traditional doorbells |
| Install | Adhesive hook — no tools, no drilling |
| Patent | U.S. patented design |
| Brand | Nap Guardian |
FAQ
Does it block my Ring doorbell camera?
No — it is designed to cover only the button while leaving the camera and motion sensor fully visible and unobstructed.
Will it stop ALL doorbell rings?
It physically prevents the button from being pressed. However, some visitors may knock on the door instead. It stops all button-press rings.
Does it survive outdoor weather?
It is UV-resistant and holds up in rain and heat. Some reviewers report the plastic becoming brittle after 1-2 years of constant sun exposure.
Can I write a custom message?
Yes — it includes a blank sign that you can write on with a marker, plus 12 reusable fun stickers for personalisation.
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