Customer Ratings & Reviews

Video : 5/5 Audio: 5/5 Detections: 4/5 App: 5/5 Integration: 5/5 AI: 2/5 Local recordings: 0/5 The Outdoor Cam Pro is easy to set up and configure, its app is one of the best on the market and super easy to navigate. Outdoor Cam Pro has some standout features such as amazon sidewalk which allows your camera to work even when your internet goes down. This added with the neighbor’s feature and AI powered search party ( both of these are community-based features that allow you to find lost pets and alert neighbors about potential issues) helps differentiate the camera from others. Pros: Audio: This is by far the best Microphone/Speaker set up I have ever used. The speaker is loud and clear, I have the camera placed at the corner of my garage and can have a conversation with someone at the entrance of my driveway that’s how loud the audio is. No other wired or wireless camera competes when it comes to audio. Video: The video quality is excellent during daytime and even during nighttime the black and white video works amazing. The colors are excellent and you can make out rich details on everything. The low light sight features will give you full color even with a little bit of street lighting, but I did notice with the low light sight feature you will get ghosting on people that are 5 to 7 feet from the camera. I was impressed with how quickly the video loads when I am away from home and scrubbing through events is super smooth. While there is no 24/7 feature the camera will take still pictures throughout the day to gives you a timelapse effect when you are scrubbing through the video. Cons: Detections: While the camera did a good job with detections it did not do great with notifications. As an example someone walked onto my drive path and walked back I would not get an alert when they walked back. This must be an issue with the cool down period for alerts as the camera would record the motion, however it would not send me an alert about it. There were no false alerts, but this is a given as everything is being processed in the cloud AI: The Outdoor Cam Pro has a AI description option that lets you know what the camera is seeing. The AI detections do work however there isn’t much descriptions about the movements. I have used other budget cameras that provide details about the person in sight along with what the person is doing in the recording. All I got from the Outdoor Cam Pro was “person walked across driveway”. At first, I thought this was because the recording were being processed locally however this is not the case, all recordings are processed in the cloud. With that being the case, I am very surprised at how bad the AI descriptions are, I understand it’s a beta option but I was expecting much more. The Outdoor Cam Pro is a nice addition if you already have a Ring security system. The neighbors feature along with amazon sidewalk and search party are amazing features that are beneficial for communities. While the video quality and playback speed are very impressive, I was not impressed with the AI features. Having everything sent to the cloud should mean much more detailed descriptions of what is happening on your property. I have also noticed that 7 GB of data is uploaded a day so for those on limited data plans or slow speeds you could run into trouble. Without having a local recording option, it is hard to recommend unless you’re already in the Ring ecosystem.

The hardware of the Ring Outdoor Cam Pro is exceptional, top to bottom, video to audio. And the app, though looking a little dusty and outdated compared to competitors, gives you a lot more features to play with (if you pay for the subscription). I think this is a fantastic addition to your home if you are looking for an outdoor security camera and are already in the Ring ecosystem. Especially if you are looking for exceptional video and audio quality, without having to pay for floodlights. Our backyard neighbors are very grateful for swapping out our old spotlight model for this one. And as you can see by the attached photo, while my old Ring outdoor cam needed the spotlight as soon as the sun started setting, the new Outdoor Cam Pro doesn’t even really need spotlights at night (up to a certain distance). Overall, I think this is an incredible consumer security camera for outdoor use (during setup it asks if you are using indoor or outdoor so it can easily be set up for indoor use too). I do have some quibbles with it, first being that the camera is extremely barebones if you don’t have a subscription. Essentially you can get motion alerts and live view, but no historical video saving (other competitors at least give you 24 hours). If I wake up and see that something triggered the motion alert in the backyard in the middle of the night and I don’t pay for a subscription, I just have to hope that it was nothing nefarious as there is no way to review what happened. But if you already pay for the multi-camera subscription, and are looking for the best video quality in a security camera, whether indoor or outdoor, I can see no better option then the Outdoor Cam Pro. Pros: Exceptional video quality Amazing low light performance Great audio quality Lots of customization within the app Easy to setup Happy there is a high-end option without a spotlight Cons: Most features are behind subscription Ring has had a tumultuous history with user privacy App feels out of date compared to competitors Cord is odd, has a little power brick in the middle that you have to deal with

I am extremely pleased with this camera as part of my setup! I have it monitoring my side yard and shed, and it is honestly doing a fantastic job with excellent angles and brilliant, clear images! Setting up, as with every other Ring product I have installed (which is over two dozen now, between sensors, cameras, and related products), was very easy. Connection is incredibly stable over Wi-Fi and I the visual image is crisp and lovely to behold whether it is day or night vision being used. Now for the quirks. You should just know that while this does use a USB-C plug, it requires about a 20-watt power supply, which is built into the cord. This works fine for my application, but some people might be disappointed that they can’t use a usual USB-C cable and plug into power the device. Furthermore, there is no battery backup and related feasible solar powering for this; a direct AC plug-in seems to be the way to go. While I have no problem with this in my application, I just want others to be aware of what they are getting into here. Altogether, this camera gets a solid 5/5 stars for my Ring Security setup! I would highly recommend you check it out!

This Ring Outdoor Cam Pro has Retinal 4K for the ultimate wide-angle video, 10x Zoom, Low-Light Sight full-color in near dark. There are black and white options. I have the white one. In the box, you get the Ring Outdoor Cam Pro, power cord and AC adapter, installation hardware, manual, warranty, safety, and legal papers. Setup was simple. I downloaded the Ring application to my smartphone and added the camera. The instructions are in the application and are easy to follow. Power Source is a cable with an AC Adapter that plugs in. The cable is extraordinarily long. There are no shorter cables that you can use with this camera. Features of this camera are great and include 4K (2160p) video resolution, 3840 x 2160 camera resolution, excellent night vision, 33 feet distance of night vision, can be used indoors or outdoors, 2-way audio, 10x zoom that really works well, 3D motion detection that uses a radar to detect and send you alerts in real time. Picture and video on this camera are awesome. The clarity of the picture, the vividness of the colors, the sharp blacks and whites in daylight and night vision are both stunning. I was in awe of how great the still shots looked that I took. I was also able to zoom in on a pigeon on my deck and watch it for a while before snapping a photo of it. Mounting or standing it upright is a choice you have with this camera. I chose to stand it upright so that I can move it around as I decide where I want it permanently. It is weather resistant, so you can put it anywhere. The Ring Application is a huge plus for this camera. This is how you control the camera and set it up. It is free to download from the App Store on your smartphone. This app lets you join the Ring Neighbors where you can post your videos to search for your lost pet or others can use your videos to search for their lost pet. It uses Smart Video Search. You get this with a Ring Home Plan that is optional, of course, but makes things easier for you to keep your home and family safe. You can set privacy zones. You can contact first responders through SOS, which you must set up on the Ring application. The cool things you can do is add familiar faces to your app so that it will tell you who it sees on your camera. It has AI features so that it can process the videos and collect the biometric information for the Familiar Faces. It will also give you AI video descriptions, which are pretty spot on. The other AI features are AI Video Search, that allows you to find videos with keywords, and AI Single Event Alert which will group related events together in a single alert. Summary: I am really impressed with this Ring Outdoor Camera Pro, as it is indeed a professional-level camera.

The Ring Outdoor Pro 4K Security Camera is one of Ring’s latest offerings in their new Retinal 4K lineup. These build upon Ring’s robust camera offerings which have had full HD or higher resolution, color night vision, 3D motion detection, and more. After using this camera for a week, I can say there are very few drawbacks to this new lineup in terms of performance but it may be hard to justify in terms of value with a great 2K lineup also offered. IN THE BOX: - Outdoor Cam Pro (Plug In) - USB-C Power Adapter - Standard Mount + Wall Mount and Screw Kit - Sticker - User Manual SETUP: Ring cameras are extremely easy to set up, especially if you already have a Ring account. 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 on the camera within the Ring app, it prompted for a software update to be performed which only took about 1 minute. BUILD QUALITY: The Outdoor Cam Pro is very similar in construction to their products from the last several years. It is slightly larger in physical size than some of the older products which is likely due to the larger camera sensor and radar that the Pro has over the lesser cameras. It comes with a white plastic housing with a USB-C port on the back bottom if you opt for the plug in version. FEATURES/VIDEO QUALITY: With this new Retinal 4K lineup, it is important to note that the camera must be powered at all times. Unfortunately, battery is not an option with their 4K lineup like it is with the FHD or 2K cameras. This means you have a choice between Plug-In, Hardware, or POE+ power with this camera. The standard USB-C plug in model that I have comes with a long, flat type of power adapter with a voltage reducer in the middle. This should be long enough for many applications with a household outlet nearby, however, for long runs, it may be necessary to get a longer cable. Ring touts the new Retinal 4K lineup to offer “up to 10x Enhanced Zoom” due to the greater resolution but I would say this is a very limited claim due to the digital compression that occurs with any cloud based security system. With that in mind, the quality is excellent. It’s much better than their HD offerings that have been around for years. The color, low light performance is something that stands out from my other Ring cameras I have currently. 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 2 years, I find it really great in some areas and really poor in others. I find the camera previews and accessory light controls very easy to access. The history and timelines for devices is pretty straightforward as well. When it comes to the different modes, scheduling devices, and things like this, I find it very confusing. 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. PROS: - Video Quality - Motion Detection - Low Light Video Quality - Lutron + Ring Integration - Design/Mounting Options - POE+ Power Version Available CONS: - Price - Plug-In Only Options (Cord Awkward) - Local Recording (Only Available With Alarm Pro, Wifi Hub) OVERALL: The Ring Outdoor Pro 4K is a fantastic upgrade from older Ring cameras but it is less of an upgrade from the newer 2K cameras that have been recently released. If you’re using Ring hardware from several years ago AND are able to plug in the devices or use one of the other power methods, I would recommend upgrading to one of their newer camera offerings for the increase in video quality. If you’re new to the Ring camera ecosystem, the 4K and POE options would be great to help future proof your security system.

A couple of months back my family purchased Amazon's Echo Show 21 as we were eager to gain access to Alexa+ and have a large screen that would allow us to easily view our Video Doorbell. While we very much enjoyed using the Echo Show 21, our Nest Doorbell (now owned by Google) was poorly integrated with Amazon and didn't work well with our other Amazon devices. Because Amazon owns Ring, we figured we would have a better experience if we started transitioning over to Ring branded doorbells and cameras. The video on the Ring Outdoor Cam Pro is excellent, but only when viewed from the Ring app. Strangely, the video quality suffers greatly when viewed from either the Amazon Alexa App, or when viewed through the Echo Show 21. My largest complaint is this video quality issue, which hopefully will be corrected someday with software fixes. But, Amazon has a long way to go with making Ring a seamless integration with their Amazon products. The Ring camera links quickly and easily with Amazon products - especially if you already have other Ring products, such as the Ring Doorbell. But, half of the time the user is required to use the Amazon App and half the time the Ring app must be used. I wish customers could stick with just one or the other. Also frustrating is that at the current time (while Alexa+ is still in beta), Alexa is not able to change any app or device settings. Part of the reason we wanted access to an AI version of Alexa is so that she could change settings in response to a simple verbal request. But, most of the time she responds by stating that she is not able to change device settings and that we need to access the Alexa, or sometimes Ring app. Mounting the camera is a breeze and there are several simple orientation options. Thankfully, the camera pivots nicely on the mount so the angle can be adjusted after mounting. The microphone and speakers work well, so you can actually talk through the camera almost like an intercom (using an Echo device from inside the house - even if you cannot access the video). Setting up boundaries and notifications is also fairly simple and I appreciate the addition of AI notes in the notifications. For example, the notification wont just say, "Someone in the driveway". You can now get a notification that says, "Three people with a brown dog in the driveway." A simple change that is quite useful. Alexa+ is also able to respond to certain questions about what is in the video. I wish the physical size of the camera was a bit smaller. My personal opinion is that ring devices have always had a rather clunky and ugly form factor. The newest version of the doorbell is finally sleek and slim, but the Outdoor Cam Pro still seems unnecessarily bulky. Hopefully someday soon they reduce the size closer to that of the doorbell. Overall though, a great camera that works well day or night. If you have Amazon products already in your house (speakers, doorbells, etc) this camera will pair fairly seamlessly with all of them.

Ring has become one of the go to names in smart home security systems. They are easy to use, the app is great, and you can be apart of community while using it. The latest Outdoor Cam Pro is a really impressive addition to the team! PROS: - Unboxing, this is a really appealing camera! It has nice rounded corners, isn’t too big or too small, and is something I would want to have on the outside of my house without looking like an eyesore. - As I said in the intro, the Ring app is a really great easy to use app and it makes setup a breeze. This is not battery powered but plugin (which I like having a constant power supply more so) so you simply mount to where you want it, and run the power chord to it. - Once set up, I was immediately impressed with the 4K video. It looks really crisp and clean, and made it easy to identify what is going on without any graininess. - On top of that, it looks great at night too which is a big plus for me as well! - This also comes packed with AI features in the camera which help better identify what you are seeing in your image and make it easier to understand as you look back at clips of what’s going on. - It also can really stand to the elements as well. We have had rain and snow lately and it has worked great non stop without having any issues. It is an IP65 rating which helps drive that and also comes with a weatherproof power source. - It also has a mic and speaker on it for voice controls aka you can hear what’s going on while also speaking to whoever is near the camera which is great functionality. CONS: - Probably my biggest complaint is that it’s vey much in the Amazon ecosystem. You can not use it with Google Home or Apple HomeKit. BOTTOM LINE: - Ring continue to show why so many people choose them for security camera needs. And the new Outdoor Cam Pro provides excellent 4K clarity, AI functionality to future proof, and strong usability for any outdoor condition. I see many people upgrading to this camera all around their outdoor setup!

Since I’ve been pleased with other Ring cameras in the past, I was looking forward to receiving a new Ring camera with 4K resolution and an Enhanced Zoom feature. The Ring Outdoor Cam Pro provides great 4K resolution and enhanced zoom capabilities. The picture is extremely detailed—even in just the light from the garage and front porch—and a true upgrade from the battery powered Ring cameras of the past. The build quality of this camera is great. The camera itself feels robust and well made, and even the cable is heavy duty, and feels like it will be safe to use outside where the weather isn’t always nice. I’ve been impressed with the quality that Ring has offered with this product. Setup is easy: just download the Ring app, plugin the camera; scan the QR code on the back of the camera to connect; and finally, connect to the internet. The camera comes with 30 days free of the Ring Home Plan, which includes: up to 180-Days of Video Event History; 24/7 recording; alerts; and more. You can use the camera without a plan, but you are limited to Live View and Real-time Notifications. Overall, this is an impressive outdoor camera: the resolution and zoom are great, and I would recommend it to anyone who has an electrical outlet near the area of camera placement. This camera comes with an USB-C outdoor/indoor power adapter, which is 17.8 ft in length, so you have a little wiggle room for placement near an electrical outlet. Also included in the box are fasteners and instructions for attaching the camera, and a sticker indicating that a Ring camera is protecting your property. If you are looking for an outdoor camera and have an electrical outlet nearby, this camera is a great option. If not electrical outlet is nearby, considering one of the Ring battery operated cameras. I’d definitely recommend this camera and give it 5 stars!

Having every aspect of my home with Ring products already; I was excited to get this and test it out in one of my spots I want better footage. First thing i noticed was how large the box it comes in due to it being corded power. So no battery power here. Which this is a nice selling point in my opinion at this junction. I have currently 6 solar panels to my outdoor devices already, so having powered with better clarity is a win win. The process was quick and easy to get it drilled up and plate secured then the normal RING setup process, connect to your network. I have the EERO outdoor 7, so I have full bar with a signal strength RS of 46. It roughly 400 ft away from the outdoor wireless node. So that's a considerable upgrade from the previous outdoor cams. This being 4k was exciting because everything I have is a mixture of 1080P and some 2K variants that I have been slowly buying and upgrading. The 4K is truly 4K once you mess with the settings and tweak to what you need to get it right. The picture at night is super crystal clear and picks every thing up right away. I love i can now see text and license plates clearly. No more fuzzy people or images. Overall great upgrade and this needs to be the standard moving forward.

Resolution is great and the 24/7 recording is a nice addition.

Great security camera for outdoor. Image quality is excellent which makes the digital zoom worth it. Night vision is much improved over the previous models.

This Item meats all we expected and wanted. the price is right and the looks is grate.

Beautiful quality at night its just like daylight.at night great product

Big improvement from previous cameras love the 10x zoom

Camera shows good quality and clear videos. Audio is pretty good.

We are older and hired Geek Squad to install-Great Decision. Camera works greak

The camera has amazing clarity however while in use the unit has a flickering issue.

## **Ring Outdoor Cam Pro – Overkill Excellence in 4K** I picked up the Ring Outdoor Cam Pro to replace a 2K camera I already owned — and let me just say, I *loved* that 2K camera. It was reliable, sharp, and did everything I needed … until I needed just a little more distance clarity. Anything beyond about 30–40 feet started to look like a watercolor painting. So the upgrade motivation was distance detail, not disappointment. ### **My Experience After a Few Days** I installed the Ring Outdoor Cam Pro on the side of my house (and yes, drilling into the siding felt like a personal commitment ceremony). I wanted to see if all the hype around “Retinal 4K,” 10× zoom, and full-color night vision was real or just marketing. ### **What I Loved** * **The clarity is ridiculous in a good way.** The jump from 2K to 4K is instantly noticeable — zooming in actually preserves detail instead of turning the world into Minecraft. * **The 10× zoom really delivered** the distance improvement I was hoping for. I could clearly see further down my alley, which my 2K camera struggled with. * **Full-color low-light night vision actually works**, which surprised me. At dusk, instead of everything turning ghost-gray, I was still seeing color. * **Wide-angle view** covered more of my yard and reduced blind spots. * **Setup was straightforward**, even as a plug-in model. ### **Where It Fell Short** * **Alert overload.** Every leaf, plastic bag, and gentle breeze apparently counts as suspicious activity. * **Subscription required** for full features. Without it, the camera feels like a sports car locked in first gear. * **Heavily WiFi-dependent.** The zoom-in detail is amazing when the internet is stable — less amazing during a laggy moment. * **Might be more camera than most people need.** If you just want porch notifications, this is definitely extra. ### **My Verdict** If you’re upgrading *specifically* to get more distance clarity — like I was — this is absolutely a worthwhile jump. I’d rate it **10/10** overall: fantastic hardware, incredible detail, but with a subscription and alert-spam caveat. For basic monitoring, it’s overkill. For distance clarity and security confidence, it’s a flex.

If you are looking for a security camera for your home, definitely consider the Ring - Outdoor Cam Pro, Retinal 4K. One of my biggest concerns when dealing with home security cameras is video quality. Especially at night. The Ring Outdoor cam pro provides a very clear image at night, so it allows me to check on my cars and my pets when I am away. One thing to consider is whether you want battery over a hardwired security camera. I have had both, but battery cameras can be a pain when it comes to recharging. Unless you have a solar panel charger, which I don't. I also don't feel like buying a separate accessory to my already expensive security camera(s). So, the wired Ring - Outdoor Cam Pro, Retinal 4K was a great option for me. I know, someone can easily cut the wire and render the camera useless. This is why I mounted my camera high enough to where that won't happen. I also mounted the Ring - Outdoor Cam Pro, Retinal 4K camera close to my home's soffit so that I could also run the power cable through the soffit and into a receptacle in my attic. The installation is very easy. It can get complicated if you try install the camera on a masonry surface, but still very durable. It just takes a bit more time. The app setup is also very straightforward, and just takes a few easy to follow steps. Overall, the Ring - Outdoor Cam Pro, Retinal 4K cam is a great security option for any home or business.

Verdict: This camera is great if you are already into the Ring ecosystem and want higher resolution. If you are not in the ring ecosystem, please note that you will have to pay for a subscription to get the most out of this camera (see next paragraph). But then again, most camera companies also significantly limit the features of their free plans, so this is on part with the industry. I do find the camera to be on the pricey side. Subscription required. While this camera comes with a 30 day free trial of Ring Home, after the trial is over, you will have to pay monthly to get critical features. This may be fine for some and maybe not for others. Please do check the price of subscriptions before buying the camera so you understand what you are buying into. We installed this camera at a location where we had a Ring doorbell and where we were already paying for a plan, so this worked well for us at this specific location so we could continue to build into the Ring ecosystem. At a different location, we are heavily invested in a different camera ecosystem. First Impressions. The camera looks robust. It’s bigger than I expected. In the box, you get the camera, power cable, ring sticker, two mounts, and manual. Setup. We had to reconsider where to put this camera because we couldn’t hide the power brick. I mean it’s not huge, but it’s also not concealed like a cable. Once we adjusted the location and mounted the camera, setup is plug and finish in the app. Since we already had the app, the software setup was quite fast and intuitive. If you are new to Ring, this part can take some time as you must create your account and setup two factor authentication; it’s not hard but can be annoying (I just did this for my in-laws). Performance. The 4K resolution is quite remarkable, with the ability to zoom in significantly more than our Ring door cam, but honestly… still less than I expected for 4K. Perhaps my expectation of zooming in 4K resolution was significantly inflated. Image quality is great under most conditions. Integration with Alexa. By far, our favorite feature about Ring cameras is the seamless integration with the Alexa Show and Echo. Our cameras automatically display on the Show when motion is detected, and we can also customize announcements on the echo for motion detection. Amazing!! App. Unfortunately, I really dislike the app. This may be because we are significantly used to another brand of cameras and their fantastic app… Nevertheless, I still think it is not very intuitive beside the basic functions of viewing the camera. It’s also not really well organized. I prefer bottom-of-the screen shortcuts/menus because smart phones are “portrait” format, so there is much more space to add things at the bottom. Having the menu on the left doesn’t make sense when screens are so limited on left-to-right space. Our dislike of the app is the reason we heavily integrated with Alexa devices; we never really open the app anymore, unless it’s to review past footage. Things I love: - 4K resolution is great, but manage expectation on “10x Zoom” - Flawless Alexa integration; it adds so much convenience to the camera capabilities - Two-Way talk works really well actually; best that we have tried - Capable system if you pay for the subscription Things I don’t love: - Subscription is required get the most out of these cameras. Without paying for a subscription, I would not recommend getting this camera. - The power brick in the middle of the power cord will not be optimal for some setups. It’s actually really awkward and required that we rethink where the camera was going to go. - It’s really quite expensive compared to other close-enough offerings on the market for plug-in cameras. Overall, I think this is a solid camera. For those in the Ring ecosystem, I would rate it a 4.5. If you are not in the ring ecosystem, I would rate this camera a 3.5.