This review covers the battery-operated Ring doorbell.
This Doorbell is manufactured by Ring, a US Smart home security company founded by Jamie Siminoff in 2013, it was acquired by Amazon in 2018.
This item is a Smart, subscription-based doorbell offering high-quality home security and surveillance. It works either via Alexa or the dedicated Ring app.
Video
- 1080p HD resolution
- Head-to-toe field of view
- Zoom in and out
- Parcel detection feature
Audio
- Two-way audio
- Clear voice quality
- Effective microphone range
Motion Alerts
- Customisable motion zones
- Reliable AI detection
- Quick notifications
Positives
- Simple DIY installation
- Completely wireless
- No electrician needed
- Zoom functionality
- High-quality video output
- Two-way talk
- Colour night vision
Negatives
- Subscription required for full functionality
- Battery requires regular recharging
- Many customers purchase a spare battery
- Subscription costs can be high
- Potential privacy concerns
Subscription Plans
- Solo: £4.99 per month or £49.99 per year
- Multi: £7.99 per month or £79.99 per year
- AI Pro: £15.99 per month or £159.99 per year
Verdict
- This device is most effective when used with a subscription plan
- Video quality is good
- Audio performance is adequate
- Cloud-only storage may raise privacy concerns
- At the time of writing, this item is available on Amazon UK for £99
- Ring's customer support has received widespread criticism
- In our opinion there are better options available on the market
Code Inclusive Rating
7.2 out of 10
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