Customer Ratings & Reviews

This is my first ever ring product/camera. I've definitely been missing out. Better late than never they say. __________ The video quality is superb. The 4K really stands out and is super clear. The wide angle picks up everything I was hoping to capture where I placed it. I am able to see my entire front yard and more specifically both the vehicles in my driveway. The 10x zoom is also impressive. _________ Sound quality is great. I've been able to communicate with my family through this with ease, as well as had a full on conversation with a solar sales guy who refused to leave my porch. The days of going to my door to deal with these people are over now that I have this..I'll listen to the sales pitch through the ring and if it's worth my while and I'm home, I'll get up to have to a face to face interaction. _________ Battery life seems pretty good so far, though I do not know what the expectations are for it, I've been using it coming up on a week now and am just over 80 percent battery still. _________ Software is intuitive..I set up familiar faces to notify when people of my family appear. Many settings overall in the app. Community is a nice little feature to let others in the neighborhood aware of things without showing true personal details. _________ Set up was fairly easy for the most part. I am not the most handyman but I was able to get this figured out. Apart from a screwdriver/drill, you are provided all the necessary items to mount. ________ First night that I set this up, I saw a cat visitor that I never seen before, so that is something I would've never known had it not been for this ring video doorbell. Will be interesting to see what else it captures as time goes on. _______ Overall, I highly recommend this. With this being my first venture with a ring product and doorbell, I am happy that this is my first introduction as I feel the quality of this one has really shown me the true power and capabilities of what this line has to offer. Very happy to have this attached to my house to provide extra security for my family, home and better communication for those who come around.

Yes the Ring Pro was able to let me know my two daughters were outside and I loved the fact it let me know! Concerning... a little, but informative definitely! I wonder if it'll let me know if there's a teenager at my door. Time will tell, but it also let me know when someone was detected and it recognizes them. You have to do a lot of management on it, but eventually it'll stop asking. Set up was super easy, at least for me. The app basically walked me through the installation and I didn't really have any issues. The birds eye view set up was pretty cool, but I'm afraid it's kind of "guestimation" more so than accurate. A gimmick at best. The picture quality is super clear and the night time image was also very clear. I also like to see how much bandwidth it's using during live view. My old Ring camera would take awhile to get the feed going on my iPhone, or Echo Show, but this one is super quick. I hope it stays that way, but the "loading image" is significantly quicker than it was. There's a lot of stuff in the app and it's honestly overwhelming, but I really do like the fact most of what you need to get it installed is there outside of the drill, and things like that. It worked with my doorbell chime out of the box, so I didn't need to do anything fancy there which was a nice touch. At the end of the day, I really enjoy this, I like when it announces people, packages, and vehicles it doesn't recognize and when it does recognize it. For me it's a winner.

Setting up this Ring Doorbell Pro was a total breeze. I'm not exactly a professional installer, but I just followed the step by step instructions in the box and had the whole unit mounted on the wall in a few minute. One issue I had was getting the unit flush with the wall. I have stucco so just had to use a hammer and flat head to smooth things out. . Pairing it up and connecting it to the app was straightforward and took almost no time to get up and running. The casing can easily be remove to charge the battery that’s good and bad The hardware / camera itself is definitely impressive. The video and image quality are clear, so you can see every single detail perfectly, not much glare on a bright day. The night vision is pretty good. The Ring Doorbell Pro is great for keeping an eye on packages and seeing exactly who is at the door. The only real drawback and is the subscription model. Give you 30 days “free” trail but it’s pretty annoying that after buying a premium doorbell, you’re forced to pay a monthly fee just to look back at your recorded video clips. If you don't pay, you basically just get live views. Ring really needs to give us a way to save footage locally, like onto an SD card. Just doesn’t feel right. Maybe im too old school when it comes to these things. Overall, it's a great piece of hardware if you don't mind the monthly fee.

This doorbell is quite the upgrade from its predecessor. The camera quality alone is worth it and the upgraded ultra battery is definitely worth getting. The new design is more slender but very well built. My battery is still at 100% after a week so I anticipate it lasting a lot longer than previous battery versions. I also love that it’s now usb C instead of micro usb for charging the battery and the led lights on the battery are very bright and easy to view when charging is complete. The video quality is great and I can finally read license plates for vehicles parked in front of my camera compared to my prior experiences where everything is blurry. The voice and audio is also amazing, I was able to have great conversations through the device for long periods of time and it’s nice I was able to adjust the volume to the outside for it and even after all that I still can’t get over how well this battery has held up. The installation was simple just scanned the QR code that came with it and just follow along to the instructions from the app. There are a lot of little settings to adjust inside the app but once it’s all set up all you have to do is remember to charge it once in awhile. I highly recommend this updated high quality doorbell camera.

SETUP / INSTALLATION The setup process was pretty simple. From removing the cover to charging the battery for its first use, nothing felt complicated. Pairing the camera with the Ring app was also effortless. The barcode scan on the camera made the pairing process quick, and I did not have to spend time troubleshooting or trying to figure out how to get it connected. That is important for a product like this. A doorbell camera is supposed to add security and convenience, not create another project. BUILD / FEEL The doorbell feels very solid and compactly built. It does not rattle, and there are no loose parts. Even the outer case fits tight, which gives it a quality feel. The finish also looks nice in person. It gives the doorbell a clean, modern look without making it feel oversized or cheap. It feels like a product designed to sit outside and handle daily use. Overall, the build quality gives a good first impression. It feels sturdy, secure, and well put together. VIDEO QUALITY This is where I was most impressed. The video loads up very quickly. I do have fast internet, but I have used other cameras that still struggle to open live view quickly. With this Ring doorbell, the camera loads almost right away, and that matters when you are trying to see who or what triggered an alert. The video quality is very good. Zooming in for smaller details works better than I expected. With some cameras, zooming in makes the image look blurry or grainy, but this one keeps enough detail to actually be useful. There is also minimal lag between the live video and what is actually happening. Again, some of that may be due to internet speed, but the software clearly plays a part. The camera and app work well together, and the video feels fast and responsive. NIGHT VIDEO The night video is clear and does the job well. When motion is detected at night, the camera gives a good enough image to see what caused the alert and get a visual of the person. Night vision on doorbell cameras can sometimes be hit or miss, but this one performs well. It may not be as sharp as daytime video, but it is clear, useful, and reliable enough for home security. For me, that is what matters. I do not need it to look perfect at night. I need it to show me what is happening, and it does that well. MOTION DETECTION / ALERTS The motion alerts are timely, and there is not much lag. This was a major improvement compared to previous generations I have used. Before, I would get an alert, open the camera, and by the time the video loaded, the person or object was already out of view. That defeats the purpose of having a doorbell camera. With this model, the alert comes through quickly. When I open live view, I can usually still see what triggered the notification. That makes the doorbell feel much more useful as a security device. The motion detection settings are also easy to adjust. The app makes it simple to set motion zones, fencing, and alert modes. That helps because every home has different traffic patterns, and you do not want constant unnecessary alerts. BATTERY LIFE The battery life appears to be strong, but I have not used it until it was empty. I have it connected to my wired doorbell system, so I do not have to worry much about the battery. That flexibility is a big plus. It can be used as a battery-powered doorbell, but if you already have wiring, connecting it gives you more peace of mind. For someone without existing wiring, the battery option makes installation much easier. For someone with wiring, using both options makes the product even more convenient. APP / RING FEATURES The Ring app feels like a major improvement over older versions. It loads quickly, it is easy to understand, and the settings are simple to adjust. Motion detection, alert settings, fencing, and live view are all easy to find. The most important part is how quickly the live video loads. A security camera is only useful if you can access the video when you need it. This camera does that very well. The overall app experience feels smoother and more reliable than previous Ring products I have used. HONEST NEGATIVE The only real negative I have found is that I wish it came with more versatility out of the box. It would have been nice if Ring included a holder or cradle for indoor use and an AC adapter. That would give users more options, especially if they wanted to test placement before permanently mounting it or use it in a different area. Other than that, I do not have any major complaints. It has performed well and has actually outperformed my expectations. OVERALL The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is a great camera for someone who wants security and convenience without overcomplicating the process. I would recommend this doorbell anyone looking for an easy way to monitor their home. It is especially useful for people who want a security camera that is simple to install, easy to operate, and dependable when needed.

I’ve had a Ring competitor for a couple of years now. This review will compare to that cheaper doorbell camera. To start, the cheaper doorbell has a better bracket. The Ring doorbell bracket that I placed my camera in has a gap. There is a single screw with 5 threads holding the doorbell to the bracket. I feel like, if you really wanted to, you could probably insert even a thick flathead screwdriver and pry it out. I don’t have faith in that one set screw. The gap is maybe ten pages of paper thick. Compared to my other doorbell, there was no gap, and it was held on by two screws. I also prefer the old doorbell whenever I needed to remove it. You used a metal pin that was provided. You would have to insert the metal pin into a hole to push it out. Ring gives you this plastic tool, and it’s a little harder to remove. So the hardware is not as good. Not as secure and not as user-friendly. The camera is really great. The competitor had a 2k resolution. This Ring camera is 4k resolution. The quality does look more crisp. It also has a wider field of view compared to my older doorbell. It is also brighter. In areas that are darker, like under the tree’s shade, it’s actually easier to see. My favorite feature is the snooze. With other cameras, you can “disarm” the camera, but then you have to set a reminder to turn it back on. Or, just remember. For the Ring, we were gardening one day, and I went to find a feature like this. I did not want to waste battery if I am going to be in front of it for an hour. Then I found it. You have several options. Snooze for 30 minutes, 1 hour, 2 hours, even up to 12 hours, and there is also what I’m used to, “until I turn it back on.” The motion detection for me has been a letdown. It’s just like my old doorbell; create a geometric shape in the app that will look for motion in this area. My old doorbell got this right. I never got notifications for people on the sidewalk because I did not want them. With the Ring, I had to set my motion capture up to the sidewalk. Why? When I set the motion capture to just my porch, it missed the mailman a couple of times. It also missed if someone entered/exited our home. I would say it missed 50% of people in that zone during those days. So unfortunately I had to extend it. So far, the battery seems to be doing pretty well; in fact, it may be better than the last doorbell. However, I am worried it may not hold up as long since it is capturing more because it HAS TO capture more. I got a free 30-day trial called the “Ring Solo with Pro Intelligence” plan. I will most likely just downgrade to the Ring Solo plan. Essentially, I will lose video descriptions. And I will lose the ability to search those events. But ideally, I’m probably looking at getting a max of 5-15 clips a day. It will not take too long to view all those notifications. If something is important, then I will save it. The video search was decent also. I searched “blue shirt” and found all the clips where I wore a blue shirt the other day. I searched “dog” and there were no clips, even though I’ve had plenty of people with their dogs walk by. It has so many other features. There are doorbell calls. If the owner does not pick up, then the doorbell can let the visitor leave a message. It also has smart responses, so it should be able to hold a short conversation with whoever is at the door. It has a lot of customization and probably more features that I missed. Overall, if you can get over some of its shortcomings, the quality of the camera is probably the best on the market. I think for this price, the motion detection should be better, and the bracket should be more secure. They have been in the market the longest, and you would think we would be looking at a perfect doorbell, but we still aren't yet. The most important features of a doorbell have to be the motion detection, the camera, and the bracket that holds it to the wall. Everything else comes secondary. So for me, it got 1/3 of those perfect.

The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is easily the best video doorbell I’ve owned. The new Retinal 4K sensor delivers an incredibly sharp, wide‑angle image, and the up to 10× enhanced zoom actually works — faces, license plates, and small details stay clear even from farther out in my driveway. Night performance is excellent too; the color night vision stays bright and usable much longer than older Ring models. The motion detection is noticeably smarter and faster. Alerts come through almost instantly, and the head‑to‑toe framing makes it easy to see packages on the ground as well as people at the door. Audio is crisp, and two‑way talk feels natural with no lag. Battery life is another standout. The “Ultra Battery Pack” lasts significantly longer than my previous Ring battery doorbell, even with high‑resolution recording enabled. Setup was simple, and the redesigned body looks premium — the Deep Silver finish is clean and modern. Overall, this model feels like a true next‑generation upgrade. If you want the best clarity, best zoom, and best battery performance in a wireless doorbell, this is absolutely worth it.

The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro (2nd Gen) is a worthy addition to any door where you want to have a doorbell with a camera. I’ll admit that I am a longtime Ring user and have one of the first doorbells to be released. It has served me well, but I was having issues with the reaction time and clarity of video. Enter the new Ring Battery Doorbell Pro to become our upgrade and bring a whole new bag of tricks. As always, I feel that the Ring products are easy to set up. Let’s start by talking about what’s in the box. Ring provides you with the doorbell and battery of course. Along with that, you will get the battery compartment tool to unlatch it. Make sure you keep that in a safe place for later use to charge the battery. They also send the mounting equipment for either a standard install or a corner bracket for angling. Lastly, they provide the mounting screws, wires with fork terminals (if desired), and caps to connect and protect the wires. You’ll need a pencil, screwdriver, and drill to do the job for the effort as well. This doorbell took no time at all to install. The longest part was actually charging the battery before the installation. Once it’s physically in place, you can move forward with scanning the QR code on the battery to start the connection to the app. It will ask you to name it and then go through the process of establishing the connection with the app and the Wi-Fi network. The next part will go through an update to ensure that the doorbell is on the latest and greatest firmware. If you are already in the Alexa universe, it will automatically add your new doorbell to skill and be ready for announcements per your setup. Again…so easy. From a video standpoint, the detail is so clear and the color is very sharp. It makes it super easy to see everything that’s happening in your zones. To go along with that, the audio is crisp and it’s super easy to hear everything clearly. I tested this out with my family and they said it was pretty good from their vantage point when outside as well. We don’t use it like an intercom system very much, but that’s good to know. On all fronts, this new generation of the Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is pretty impressive. The price is a bit steep, but I know the quality is there. The one thing that I will be waiting to see is how it handles our cold weather in the Midwest. The older one started to have some issues the last two winters, so I am hoping that this upgrade will benefit us there. Outside of that, I have no issues or worries. Enjoy knowing who’s at your door in amazing video quality with descriptive alerts.

The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is an expansion of the recent Retinal 4K camera lineup bringing wider access to their flagship doorbell lineup via battery power. The battery version includes all of the same hardware you would expect from the Pro series cameras including 4K HDR video, low light color night vision, 3D motion detection, and more. Having used the old wired doorbell Pro for the last couple years, I was shocked to see the improvement in camera quality from this latest version but there are a couple drawbacks from that older camera which I will discuss. IN THE BOX: - Battery Doorbell Pro - Ultra Battery Pack (USB-C) - USB-C Charging Cable - Wall Mount + Angled Wall Mount (Different Mounting Hole Spacing From Older Pro Models) - Sticker - User Manual SETUP: Ring cameras are extremely easy to set up, especially if you already have a Ring account. Given this is the battery version of the doorbell, you should charge the battery prior to installation but if you’re going to be hardwiring this to an existing 8-24 VAC, 40VA max, doorbell transformer, it will actually trickle charge the battery over time which extends the battery lifespan on a single charge (More on this later). The camera comes with a 30 day trial of Ring Home, one of their paid plans with additional benefits such as up to 180 Days of Video Event History, unlimited devices at one location, person, package, and vehicle notifications, extended warranties, and more. After scanning the QR code and adding the camera to my account, it prompted for a quick software update and provided step by step installation instructions. BUILD QUALITY: The latest Battery Doorbell Pro is larger in size from some of the older versions of doorbell cameras Ring has released. Since I was coming from a wired version only (no battery) the size difference is fairly substantial but not an issue given I have plenty of space on my wall. For those with limited space, this doorbell could present an issue with its size. I love the standard Deep Silver faceplate but Ring has a few other colors to choose from for those that want to match existing finishes on their house. The design looks very premium with an easy to see, large button for ringing the doorbell. FEATURES/VIDEO QUALITY: With the Ring Battery doorbells, you can also hardwire them to existing wiring. Hardwiring is my preference for reliability but adding a battery into the mix isn’t the end of the world as there could be situations where battery power could be beneficial with the Amazon sidewalk capability of these devices. Regardless, the low voltage wiring will trickle charge the battery pack to significantly extend the battery lifespan between charges. I wanted to test how quickly it charges the battery so I installed the battery straight out of the box with 41% charge. Over 24-36 hours, the battery has gained roughly 1% charge even while being used for motion detection and recording. Don’t expect it to charge quickly but it certainly *shouldn't* lose charge over time. If you don't have wiring, the battery should last quite some time depending on your settings and it's very easy to pop the cover off to release the battery. With the updated USB-C charging on the battery pack, it's much easier to find a cable to plug it into but I would probably have two battery packs to rotate between for ease. With the new Retinal 4K lineup, the quality is SO MUCH better than the old 1080p cameras from the past. Coming from Ring’s old flagship model with HD+ resolution, these new 2K and 4K cameras provide more usable resolution for capturing details that may be important to use later on. Ring touts “up to 10x Enhanced Zoom” due to the greater resolution which is a fair claim from the old cameras which were already pixelated. Even the black and white night vision is crisp but the low light color night vision is the most impressive aspect of the larger camera sensor. With just a few street lights and neighborhood lights on, the camera is able to put together a usable color image. The 2-way talk and siren features perform just like their other cameras you might be used to. One feature I really enjoy is the Lutron + Ring camera integrations. This allows for the Ring camera to activate the Lutron wall switches (lights) whenever motion is detected by the cameras. This is fantastic because it eliminates the need for extra spotlights if you have outdoor lights near the camera's location. I wish Lutron would allow one to control for how long the lights are activated but the only setting available is for 15 minutes and works fine. APP: After using the Ring app for over 3 years, I find it to be a fairly intuitive experience. The camera previews and accessory light controls are easy to access and change settings. Ring now lets you configure the different modes for Away, Home, and Disarmed individually. The event history and timelines for devices are pretty straightforward. When it comes to the different modes, scheduling devices, and things like this, I find it somewhat complex. It is important to note that if you don’t want law enforcement being able to access your camera footage during investigations or other relevant searches that you must opt out of this function. This is also true for the lost pet feature recently introduced. OVERALL: The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is a HUGE upgrade from older Ring cameras. The video quality is what you would expect from advancement in camera technology and the vestibule feature set is one of the biggest draws to Ring. Battery, Wired, and POE versions of this camera are all available depending on your situation. The Battery (which can be hardwired) is the most versatile option with no noticeable sacrifices in quality or features.

I’ve owned a Ring system at my lake house for several years, including cameras, lights, and solar panels, and I’ve always been impressed with how well everything works together. Oddly enough, though, I’ve never actually owned one of Ring’s doorbells, which is arguably their flagship product. Now that I’ve added the Battery Doorbell Pro to my setup, I realize that I should have done this much sooner. The first thing that surprised me was the build quality. When I pulled it out of the box, it felt much heavier and more durable than I expected. It immediately gives the impression of being a premium device rather that would survive the hot humid weather of the gulf coast. Installation was straightforward, especially if you’re already invested in the Ring system. Setup only took a short time before I had it connected, configured, and integrated with the rest of my Ring devices. One of the things I appreciate most is how naturally it fits into the existing system. In many ways, it feels like the missing piece that ties everything together. Video quality is simply outstanding. The image is crystal clear during the day, and the night vision performance is equally impressive. This is just in time for summer because there are always people loitering on my property since I’m not always at this house. The picture quality has consistently exceeded my expectations. I was also curious about the removable battery design. Ring includes a unique key that allows you to release the battery pack from the bottom of the doorbell. It’s a thoughtful solution because it makes battery swaps quick and easy while preventing someone from casually walking up and removing the battery. It’s a small details, but it also shows they spent time thinking about real-world use. Battery life has been excellent so far. While I haven’t owned it long enough to provide long-term numbers, it’s already clear that this is a major improvement over many older battery-powered smart home devices I’ve used in the past. Between the battery performance and the quick-release design, maintaining the device should be very simple. I also read that it will work with a solar panel, but I haven’t tested it with mine. One feature I’m especially excited about is Ring’s newer AI-powered event summaries. I also use a Google Nest system at my primary home, and one of my favorite Nest features has always been the ability to get a meaningful description of what happened rather than a generic motion alert. Ring is clearly moving in that direction as well, and it makes a huge difference. Instead of constantly opening notifications to figure out what triggered an alert, you can get a summary of what actually happened. Overall, I’ve been extremely impressed with the Battery Doorbell Pro. The build quality is excellent, the video quality is outstanding, battery life appears to be fantastic, and the AI-powered features make the entire experience more useful than previous generations of smart doorbells. I regret not getting a doorbell sooner, but at the same time, I’m happy I waited because the quality of this one is exceptional.

I’ve had a few Ring cameras but this is my first of their doorbell cameras and this thing is first rate. My biggest hang up has always been having to have a subscription to fully use them but after experiencing what you get I don’t mind it now. Unboxing and setup is simple and straightforward with the Ring app. I’ve used many battery doorbell cameras and battery cameras and the biggest issue with them is they aren’t as fast as a wired model as they have to wake up when motion is detected. This will make it hard for them to catch all motion especially fast motion, this Ring doorbell is by far the fastest and best I’ve used in that regard too. Though this model can be wired, I don’t have mine wired as my old doorbell is not in a good location for a doorbell cam. When using the camera it has some of the best quality of any camera like this I’ve experienced. This is even true when zooming as far in as you can even at night. You can clearly tell the make and model of a car when zoomed all the way in at night. You definitely get a lot with the Ring app as it tells you what that person that is approaching your house is doing, like picking up a package, walking a dog or if they’re throwing your package! It will even tell you the color of the package the person is carrying and sometimes what delivery service! If you want the best video quality and features and you don’t mind a subscription, this Ring cam is first rate.

We’ve had Ring cameras (and the brand’s other assorted home security devices) since we first moved into our new home, several years ago. Overall, they’ve served us well. However, since we live in the Southwest United States, even indirect heat from the hot SW sun affects our video doorbell’s battery life. So we’ve had to swap out, or upgrade, this device quite a few times over the years. While installation was much the same as with previous models, we had a bit of frustration with the initial installation of this doorbell unit, but eventually figured out that the issues we were having was mostly due to “user error” and not from the software or device itself. Once we got past that, we were good to go. The guided setup instructions are within the Ring app, which I am well familiar with. Same as with our previous Ring video doorbell, we installed this one on the included corner mount faceplate to accommodate the position of where our wired doorbell is located. Although our doorbell is hard-wired, I appreciate that the included Ultra Battery Pack is there in the event of a power outage, as a backup power source already in place. Another improvement with this model is the design of the “quick release” battery compartment (using the included tool). Much better. Right away, I could tell the difference in comparison to our other Ring doorbells. Video quality looks clearer, crisper, brighter. I also noticed that I can see further out into my front yard. So that Retinal Vision 4K with 10x Enhanced Zoom, is doing what it’s meant to do. I’ve noticed there’s more of a “fish-eye” effect with the camera’s wide-angle visual, especially in the left hand side area, which had not been there with our previous Ring doorbell. This just looks odd, and kinda bothers me, though I’m sure I’ll get used to it given time. The Ring app allows you to monitor video in real-time via the ‘Live View’ feature what is happening outside your front door or entryway. The ‘Two-way Talk’ feature does come in handy when you’re not at home and need to communicate with visitors, or with people making deliveries. The audio quality does seem to have been improved, as well. Final thoughts - this Ring Battery Doorbell Pro Retinal 4K with wide-angle video and up to 10x Zoom, is a much-improved version. You can see the difference in quality, both for how well this model is made, but also in the increased efficiency of the device itself. So far, it has proven to be a welcome upgrade to our existing Ring home security system.

The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is a good choice for monitoring your entry ways. You are able to see who's coming and going, and interact with visitors. But if you want to capture videos and have playback of events, you will need to pay for a subscription. In fact Ring puts a lot of it's features behinds a subscription pay wall. Once the 30 day trial is over, you are stuck with just basic features. What you get without a subscription is real-time alerts and notifications. The ability to answer your visitors, and also live your doorbell. A lot of the features are behind a paywall/ subscription. There are three tiers, but basically Those features are video recording, video playback and sharing, advanced notifications like person or package detection with video preview. There are better options the higher the tier. The doorbell itself is excellent. The camera is great. The night vision works amazing. The up to 10x Zoom feature is excellent. Battery life is hard to judge because I live in an area that gets lots of car and foot traffic, so I constantly get notifications. Fortunately this doorbell can also be wired directly if you already have an existing doorbell. One thing that I do not like is that there is no on board storage. You can purchase a Ring Alarm Pro base station for local storage using Ring Edge feature, but that's a costly option, even then, it still requires a Ring subscription to be able to use the feature. I thought I would try the Ring Doorbell Pro because of how popular they are. Sadly I'm disappointed with it. There are cheaper options available that do same thing, and in some cases better in my opinion, and without the need for a subscription service. Overall it's a great doorbell camera if you don't mind paying for a subscription service. The cheapest plan adds an extra $49.99 a year, and goes up to $199.99 a year. For the asking price of this doorbell, I feel most of those features should be included without a subscription.

The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro Retinal 4K with wide angle video has quickly become one of my favorite smart home additions because it delivers sharp video, flexible viewing angles, and reliable performance in a clean, modern package that fits my back patio perfectly. Having an extra doorbell at the back door has already proven to be incredibly convenient for both family and visitors, and it doubles as a handy way to keep an eye on the kids when they are playing outside. From the moment I unboxed it, installation was very straightforward. Mounting the doorbell on the wall next to my back door took only a few minutes, and the Ring app walked me through each step of the setup process in a way that was simple to follow. Pairing it to my Wi Fi network and naming it as the “Back Door” camera was quick and painless, and I had it up and running in about 20 minutes without needing any special tools or wiring. One of the biggest highlights so far has been the battery performance. The included Ultra Battery charged up surprisingly fast on the first charge and, so far, it has held its charge extremely well with no noticeable battery drain even with regular use and motion notifications. Of course, time will tell how the battery holds up over the long run, but at this early stage, I am very pleased and feel confident using it as a primary back doorbell without worrying I will constantly need to take it down to recharge. The 4K video quality on this Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is excellent. The picture is very clear and crisp, with colors that look natural and plenty of detail whether I am viewing the live feed or recorded clips. Night vision has also been solid so far, providing a bright, usable view even after the sun goes down so I can still see who is around the back patio. Notifications to my phone have been instant, and I have been impressed by how quickly I receive alerts when someone approaches the back door or walks into the camera’s field of view. One feature that really stands out is the ability to use two different viewing angles depending on what I want to focus on. When I need a close up, floor to subject view such as when watching packages at the door or checking on the kids and pets right outside the back door, I can zoom in and get a tighter, more detailed look. When I want to see the bigger picture, I can pull back to the wide angle view, which shows more of the background and surroundings, including the full patio and yard area. This flexibility makes the camera extremely versatile for both security and general monitoring. The 10x zoom also works well with these viewing options. Being able to quickly pinch in and zoom closer to a person or object without losing too much clarity makes the 4K resolution really shine. Whether I’m checking who is at the gate, seeing what the kids are doing in the yard, or just making sure everything looks normal in the backyard, the zoom and wide angle combo gives me confidence that I am not missing anything important in the frame. Audio performance has been mostly very good. The built in speaker is clear and more than loud enough to hold a short conversation with someone at the door from inside the house or even when I am away and using my phone. There is a very slight delay in activation and sound, which may be related to my home network connection, but it has not been a major concern because once it connects, the audio works as expected. For checking on packages or talking to family at the back door, it has been perfectly usable. Functionally, having this extra Ring doorbell at the back door has made everyday life more convenient. Family and guests who are spending time in the backyard can ring the bell instead of having to walk around to the front, and I can respond through the app from wherever I am. It also acts as a handy child monitor, so if the kids are playing on the patio or in the yard, I can glance at the live view and make sure everything is okay without constantly stepping outside. If there is one area where I see room for improvement, it would be chime integration. I do wish this doorbell tied directly into my existing home chime so all of the doorbells in the house could use the same system. Since it does not natively integrate with my current chime, I will most likely invest in the Ring Chime and set it up for both the front and back doors. It is not a deal breaker, but it is something to be aware of if you want everything to ring on a single, built in chime. Overall, the Ring Battery Doorbell Pro Retinal 4K has been an excellent addition to my smart home setup. The combination of fast and easy installation, strong battery performance so far, clear 4K video with night vision, instant notifications, and flexible close up and wide angle viewing makes it a powerful tool for both convenience and peace of mind. Even with the slight audio delay and the need for a separate Ring chime, I am very happy with this purchase and would recommend it to anyone looking to add a high quality, battery powered doorbell camera to their back door or patio area.

I've had a few doorbell cameras in the last decade and the wired ones typically have the good resolutions, and the battery powered doorbells you have to make some sacrifices. The Ring Doorbell Pro does both. It's battery powered, and it has 4K resolution, which I didn't expect to work so well. I have the Deep Silver Color and installed it right beside my front door. - Unboxing - The doorbell sits on top of the box. Underneath you get the mounting plate, the angle kit for tilting it left or right (this will help your view), the battery pack, the key that pops the front faceplate off, a spare faceplate, the screws and tools, the setup guide, and a sticker. You'll want to keep the key because you need it every time you pull the battery to charge it. The doorbell is heavier than I expected, which is because of the size of the battery inside. It's also slightly taller than the doorbell I had before. - Design & Build - It has the same general shape as other Ring doorbells. The Deep Silver finish is flat instead of shiny and I think it looks good against the door. The build looks and feels premium. The faceplate comes off with the key, and the battery releases when you press a button. Installing it was simple. You use the flat mount if you want it facing straight out, or the angle kit if you need it pointed toward a walkway or driveway. There's a security screw at the bottom that locks it onto the mount so it can't be pulled off easily. Specs & Features It's a 4K camera with up to 10x zoom and a wide field of view, so you have great detail. The motion detection uses radar, so you can set zones and have it watch the driveway but ignore the sidewalk or the street. It has two-way talk if you want to answer the door without actually opening it. It runs on the battery over USB-C, but you can also hardwire it or add a solar panel. It's on Wi-Fi 6 and works on both 2.4 and 5GHz. It handles cold and heat and is weather rated. You will need at least 15 Mbps upload speed to get the full 4K. You can actually see the speed in the app when you're viewing it live. Most home internet hits these speeds with no problem. Performance In the daytime the picture looks great. I can zoom in a long way and still make out what's happening across the yard, and the wide view means I can see the packages on my porch. The motion alerts were better than I expected too. Instead of just telling me there's motion, it tells me whether it's a person or an animal, and what they're actually doing. For example, I had a notification say, "A person is sitting on a chair with a child, and two children are walking on the driveway." Very impressive! This allows you to bypass watching the video in a lot of cases, which will save battery and time. The thing to be aware of is that the 4K depends on your internet upload speed. If your internet speed is slow or you experience slowdown, the resolution will get blurrier. When there's still some light out, the night vision keeps the color and looks good. Once it's fully dark it switches to black and white. Things that are close up stay clear, but reading something far away like a license plate gets hard. In my opinion, the color, detail, and clarity are very good. Battery life depends on how much traffic you get at your front door. The more notifications you get, the quicker your battery will need to be charged. - Pros/Cons - *Pros* * Daytime 4K is sharp and the zoom is actually useful * Wide view * Motion alerts are really good (You will love this feature) * Battery comes out easily, and you can wire it or add a solar panel * Clean, premium look and feels durable *Suggestions/ Needs Improvement* * The picture will depend on your internet connection. * Nighttime range is noticeably shorter with less light This is the first doorbell I've used that was wireless and a beautiful picture. The daytime image is great, the alerts are accurate enough that I don't even have to watch the replays, and I could put it where I wanted without running a wire. The night picture depends on your internet, and you might want the subscription to get the most out of it. It's the best doorbell camera I've had. It's an easy one to recommend.

I've now owned 3 generations of Ring doorbells and while there are indeed improvements model over model, this to me is the largest and most noticeable upgrade over previous models. Packaging: To start it's packaged like all of the other doorbells I've had, simple box, a little hardware, the flat and angled base plates, and for this model, the included battery since it is designed to run with or without hard-wired power. It also includes the tool to pop off the face plate to remove the battery for charging, more on this later. Use: Setup was straightforward and I would argue much more seamless than previous generations, I had no hiccups or issues, no need to reset device or phone, no need to turn on or off wifi, it "just worked" which I greatly appreciate, as it seems that devices like this, including previous models of ring doorbells usually need some level of gyration to get it to fully recognize and set up. The set up process, in addition to getting it online also includes the usual activity zone setup, motion sensitivity and if you have a chime like I do, pairing it with that or wifi. I chose to pair with the wifi and came back to set up my chime later. Motion already seems extremely sensitive and intelligent, just in setup I received alerts that there was a hand moving in front of the camera, I've never received alerts like that with my previous device. I'm hoping with the sensitivity set at medium as I have it that it wont burn through the battery too quickly, my last one needed charging every 4-6 weeks or so. It is nice though that the recognition seems to be much stronger on this model (probably running through algorithms at Ring but still it was fast and correctly identified). Video quality is a vast improvement over the previous model (I've attached a picture). The 4K image is crisp and noticeably cleaner and for that alone this may be worth the upgrade. For ringing it with my chime pro that seems to be more responsive as well, as there were many times with my previous ring that there was a delay from when the person rang the doorbell to when the chime would activate in the house, this one was nearly instant, but it'll be something I keep an eye on. Last thing, since I'm in a house that does not have hard wiring for a doorbell, I am reliant on the battery. The previous generation doorbell would have me remove the entire doorbell to charge it, the battery was built-in to the device. This one I pop off the button cover and the battery slides out. I am hoping the battery lasts at least as long as the previous gen, but more of a concern to me (maybe because I'm just lazy or too used to the previous model) is that it seems rather difficult to use the tool to pop the cover open. WIth the previous model I promptly lost the tool, but I routinely used a cell phone sim card ejector tool to pop off the doorbell for charging, I seem to be unable to do that with this one, the spring that holds the cover on seems to have a fair amount more tension behind it. Again maybe just something to get used to or I just need to not lose the provided tool, but it's a minor if personal inconvenience for me. The battery is still chargeable directly to it with USB-C which I am glad they kept. Overall: To me this is a worthwhile, responsive and sensitive upgrade over previous models, with a much better camera and better recognition it seems to be worth the upgrade cost over the last generation.

PROS: * 4K clarity, crisp picture with sufficient brightness * Instant notifications (when it gets it right) * Ease of install SO-SO: * The motion capture is hit or miss * Price ($250) is higher than competitors with similar features * Ring’s “sharing” of your data and footage * Amazon’s ecosystem CONS: * Build quality could be better for the price - too much plastic * It can easily be tampered with due to the mount Compared to an older model, this new Ring doorbell camera is a significant upgrade in features and performance. The video quality is noticeably higher, with crisp, clear footage day and night. One of my favorite features is the intelligent alert system. The camera doesn’t just notify you of motion; it also provides written descriptions of what’s happening, such as “person walking with dog” or “Amazon delivery driver dropping off package.” This makes monitoring your home more informative and reassuring. The image is crisper, has a wider field of view, and is brighter, which is nice because we have a long covered walkway up to the porch. However, there are some design issues I consider serious flaws. During installation, I used the angle option bracket as recommended. It quickly became clear that anyone with the standard key could open the battery compartment and disable the camera in seconds. More concerning, with one screw removed, an intruder could take the entire unit. This vulnerability is troubling, as battery-powered models are often targeted for tampering, according to neighborhood posts and my observations. Security depends on your location. Some neighborhoods are more secure than others. While I’m not worried, I know many are. But with any cameras, doorbells, or other devices, they can all be destroyed one way or another, whether securely attached to your house or not. Another hit-or-miss aspect is the motion detection. If you’re on a busy street, sidewalk, or other high-traffic areas, you won’t have much control over desired versus needed notifications. For example, I would get a notification of someone walking on the sidewalk but sometimes miss a notification of the mailman dropping off mail. This seems odd, especially considering where my camera is. If you’re upgrading from a slightly newer model than mine, the improvements may seem less dramatic. However, I’ve found the settings and customizations extensive and user-friendly. The 4K is crisp, and notifications roll in quickly, which is always nice. Previous setups felt like there was a delay between someone being at the door and my phone being notified. One cool feature is that if you have Amazon Dots or smart speakers, you also get an audible notification through them. While the camera itself is outstanding for video quality and smart notifications, the price is higher than many competitors', and it doesn’t offer as much customization as I would like. I wouldn’t say it’s worth upgrading to Ring if you’re already established in another smart home ecosystem.

The RING Battery Doorbell Pro really does have a lot going for it. This model in particular allows you to use the existing wiring to your doorbell as a battery charger without having to worry about whether you have the right kind of doorbell transformer to activate your existing chimes. Given that we have an Alexa dot in nearly every room now, using our Alexa devices as a whole-house doorbell chime was actually preferable to our existing setup. That alone would have made this particular doorbell replacement a no-brainer recommendation, especially if you have already bought into a smart-home/connected IOT network or ecosystem like we have. BUT, there are a few pretty significant issues to consider that may not sit well with some people, so it’s important to know what you’re getting up front. As far as the hardware goes, the doorbell unit itself feels substantial, far more so than our current battery-powered doorbell the RING is replacing. Styling feels modern with smooth rounded edges and a sleek two-tone grey/black colorway, and the signature blue ring around the doorbell button when it’s operating. Like most audio/video doorbells, this one can be mounted flush against wood or masonry, or via wedge/corner kit to get a better angle on the approach to your doorway. Honestly, though, the field of view on this new 4K camera is pretty astounding, I could see my fingers holding the edges of the RING while I was measuring it for installation. In addition to high detail and a clear picture, the RING has astounding night-vision clarity. I walked around my house in pitch blackness while I was up late one night and could easily navigate anywhere I wanted as clearly as if the lights were on. In regular use in an area with even slight ambient light, the RING is going to have no trouble picking up movement and alerting you to visitors even in the dead of night. Two-way audio is also loud, clear, and virtually instantaneous so there’s no awkward delay trying to talk to someone at the door. Refreshingly, the RING works on either 2Ghz or 5Ghz WiFi networks…we chose the faster 5Ghz option to ensure bandwidth or network speed never throttled video detail and resolution. A handy bit-rate display is available while video is streaming so you can get a sense of just how well optimized your home network is. Where the RING really shines after installation is the sophistication of its features. Ring is dialed into a vast AI-based network of services that not only alert you “hey, there’s movement out there,” but it can give you video summaries like “someone is looking through the blinds” or “someone is waving at the doorbell.” It can intelligently distinguish between vehicle movement, animal movement, people movement, scan for packages in someone’s hands to tell you whether your visit is actually a VISITOR or just someone dropping off your latest Internet purchases, or even just send you an alert if there’s something…weird…going on outside your door that isn’t something you usually see in your front yard. Once all that back-end AI tagging and analysis is done, you can use that same intelligence to go searching for events by description rather than simply trying to remember the date/time of an event you want to look for and scanning through endless video snippets. If you’re concerned about certain movements constantly setting off your motion alarm and push alerts to your phone or connected assistant (like Alexa), you can specify deadzones and exclusionary areas within the RING’s field of view so that things like constantly waving flags are not constantly assaulting you with useless alerts. Interestingly, the RING system can also learn “Familiar Faces” so you can be alerted specifically for the approach of a relative, friend, or regular service employee. You can even set up an SOS alert to bring the police or medical assistance using the doorbell. Hopefully that isn’t something you would need often, but it’s a nice-to-have feature if you want some additional peace of mind. It all sounds pretty cool–very “Google-for-your-doorbell” kind of thing. And it is, but there are some fine-print kind of details you need to be aware of. First, whether you would want to or not, you are AUTOMATICALLY signed up for a Neighbors social/connected group (a bit like the Nextdoor app). The idea is that RING pools your recordings and activities in with those of your neighbors. Have a dog? You can take pictures of your beastie, and then if it runs off, you can ask RING to search for images of your pet as recorded on other people’s cameras. Police can also pool images and video feeds from multiple RING feeds to locate intruders, search for missing individuals, or identify criminal activity in your area. All that seems like a great way to stay safe, but that also means that other people can potentially see what’s happening on your RING device in front of YOUR house. In order for the Familiar Faces function to work, people need to be continually scanned, analyzed, and profiled by AI–that is usually happening behind the scenes without their knowledge or consent. Whether legal, ethical, or privacy-related issues like these are important to you or not is probably something you should consider before opting into a service you don’t necessarily have the ability to opt out of. But even without those issues on the table, there are two other gotchas that you might want to figure into your thinking. First, RING chose to go with a proprietary battery release tool rather than something like a SIM-release pin (or paperclip). Yes, you could probably use a screwdriver in a pinch though I’m not sure how well that will keep your shiny new RING doorbell looking fresh, and the tool itself is curved to help facilitate the battery pack’s removal from the main assembly. But the point is that you are given a small piece of plastic about the size of a paperclip and told “now you hang onto this because you’re going to need it to take the battery pack off every time you want to charge it.” I don’t know about you, but little bits and baubles like that usually end up in a kitchen junk drawer and eventually find their way into another dimension. It’s probably not a deal-breaker, but it was a little disheartening to open the box and have to figure out where I’m gonna put this orange pull-tab looking thing for the long haul. Fortunately, as I indicated, you can use your existing doorbell wiring (if you have any) as a battery trickle charger, eliminating the need for constant trips to the charging cable or investing in a solar panel charger to install elsewhere. Second, and probably most importantly…the RING unit has no internal storage of its own. All those cool features I mentioned up there…they are ALL behind a subscription paywall, and some of the more useful features like video descriptions, video searches, and unusual event alerts are only available on plans starting at $10/month per RING device. If you decide that a subscription service isn’t for you, you basically have yourself a fancy live-action two-way video doorbell with motion alerts when something wanders by the camera, but not much else. Maybe you knew this already–we did not. Granted, it’s not uncommon for these types of appliances to include subscription fees for things like long-term video access and storage or something that hits harder like live, 24-hour alert personnel to dispatch emergency assistance if needed. But with the RING, nearly all of the useful features are tied to AI services and storage that the unit simply doesn’t have on its own. Whether THAT is important to you or not is definitely something you should consider before investing in one of these–admittedlly powerful–connected devices. With all that said, IS the RING still a no-brainer recommendation? As far as features and hardware goes, the performance and capabilities under the hood easily warrant 5-star-worthy praise. But the dramatic dropoff in capability after the 30-day “look at all these cool features” trial offer expires–unless you invest in a new subscription plan afterwards–puts a big black eye on the RING in my book, especially as the asking price for these units isn’t necessarily pocket change. BUT, if you are going into things knowing all of that ahead of time, I do think you’d be hard pressed to find anything more sophisticated to operate outside your door short of hiring someone to sit there and do it all for you.

I had the very first version of this when Ring first came out, still worked great just the battery didn’t last as long as it used to, so decided to get a new one. So glad I did, They have really improved them. I can see across the culdesac and see my neighbors door with this and the night vision has really improved as well. In my opinion the improvements that have been made makes this worth the price.

I had the previous version of the ring doorbell 2k. This is such an improvement on vision battery and alerts.