Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- 8ASPS7-BEN0
- SKU:
- 6114715
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers find value in the extended battery life and ease of installation of this solar panel. Many appreciate its straightforward setup and reliable performance, even in various weather conditions. However, some users note that optimal performance requires consistent direct sunlight and that compatibility with certain Ring camera models may vary. The product's price point also receives positive feedback.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
great product
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.great product. works properly. satisfied with product
I would recommend this to a friendWon't fit old gen Stick Up
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This doesn't work with Gen 1 Stick Up camera, so I had to get it and a new Stick Up because they changed the solar panel/Stick Up interface. Very expensive "solution" to replacing their old solar panel that eventually failed.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Ring
Posted .Hello Letterman,
Thank you for expressing your concern about the solar panel’s compatibility. We understand how important it is to match the correct solar panel for your Ring Stick Up Cam. Please know we are here to shed some light on the subject.
As time has passed, Ring has evolved our line-up of products to better serve our customers. The Ring Stick Up Cams and Solar Panels have both undergone a few changes to streamline compatibility and user-friendliness. For example, some products originally featured a micro USB charging port and cable. Since then, we have standardized the new cameras and panels to use a barrel-type plug, which will in fact fit the Ring Stick Up Cam Battery (3rd Gen) and Ring Spotlight Cam Battery.
Our team is happy to discuss this in more detail to help find a solution. Please check out our community forum at https://community.ring.com/ for some additional tips and support. We look forward to turning your experience around.
Thank you,
Alexis with Ring
GOOD
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.IT WORKS VERY FINE. MY HUSBAND WAS LOOKING FOR THIS
I would recommend this to a friendWorks well with spotlight cams.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It would be better to incorporate solar into the camera.
I would recommend this to a friendIt works
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It seems to work pretty good it keeps the battery charged
I would recommend this to a friendWorst labeling
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Terrible If you look on the front of the box in the tiniest sized font you will see a statement letting you know that this will not work with my ring doorbell
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Ring
Posted .Hi KevinHensley.
Thank you for sharing this feedback.
We understand the importance of having all relevant product information prior to purchasing. The Ring Solar Panel for the Ring Spotlight Cam and Stick Up Cam Battery was certainly intended to extend the battery life on your Ring security cam, so you can rely on your security device for longer periods of time without recharging the battery. We are here today to provide you with education to assist you in finding the best solution for your home’s environment.
It sounds like you are looking for a solar panel for a Ring video doorbell. Ring does offer solar panels for the different variations of battery doorbells that connect for a continuous charge, so you'll never run out of power. If you want to get accessories for your Ring video doorbell or security camera, you may need to find out which model you have so that you get a compatible product. Visit our support center to find compatible accessories for your Ring device.
Ring Community was launched to help deliver the most current news and educational information to our neighbors. This online forum is divided into four categories: Product Boards, Ring Updates, Tips + Tricks, and a Moderators’ Corner. The Product Boards are where you can begin new topics with your questions or feedback; there is also a search option that helps you find topics that have already been posted by other neighbors.
All the best,
Nicole from Ring.
Great power
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This works fine as long as you maximize sun exposure
I would recommend this to a friendTypical ring product
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Typical ring product. Hi quality and very easy to use
I would recommend this to a friendSpotlight Solar Panel - sometimes good
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased to reduce the cost of battery's for the Spotlights and seemed to work well, until the sun went in. Battery drained and camera nonfunctional. Not sure how to remedy at this point. Need to change out camera and purchase one that has both solar and battery both.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Ease of use
Its a nice item
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It's easy to put together but its takes a long time to even change the battery inside the ring camera.. but let's see how works in a few days
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Ring
Posted .Hello Homeview,
Thank you for taking a moment to leave your review of the Ring Solar Panel. We know how important it is to have peace of mind when it comes to your home security, and having an unresponsive device can be concerning. Please know that we are here to assist and are confident that we can find you a resolution in a timely manner.
After reading your review, it seems that your Ring Solar Panel is not fully charging your Ring Spotlight Camera Battery. Ring recommends at least three to four hours of direct sunlight, depending on your usage. Make sure there are no obstructions that could cast a shadow on your solar power device, such as an extended roof, tree branches, or bushes. If your installation area is frequently very cloudy or gets a lot of rain or snow, this could limit the amount of sunlight that your solar power device receives.
The solar panel requires direct sunlight. Filtered/indirect sunlight through the clouds will not provide a charge to your doorbell/camera. Here is a helpful article that explains this in more detail: https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/115005282806-Solar-Panel-for-Spotlight-Cam-and-Stick-Up-Cam-Battery-Information.
Ring Community launched in March 2019 to help deliver the most current news and educational information to our customers. You can find tips and tricks from other Ring users at https://community.ring.com/. This peer-to-peer forum allows our neighbors to share their feedback and experiences to assist each other in resolving their concerns.
Thank you, Jamila with Ring.
Worked for some time and broke in Florida weather
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Broken, no longer charges the camera. Not a perfect seal on plug, some erosion/rust on metal
No, I would not recommend this to a friendOnly slows down battery usage
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.For the high fifty dollar price this item only slows down the battery usage. I have it in direct sunlight and facing south! If you are dependent on the camera get the wired version. I returned one of the wireless for a wired.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Ring
Posted .Hello George,
Thank you for taking a moment to leave your review on the Ring
Solar Panel. We know how important it is to have peace of mind when it
comes to your home security and having an unresponsive device can be concerning.
Please know that we are here to assist and are confident that we can find you a
resolution in a timely manner.
After reading your review, it seems that your Ring Solar Panel
is not fully charging your Ring Spotlight Camera Battery. Ring recommends at least three to four hours of direct sunlight, depending on your usage. Make sure there are no obstructions that could cast a shadow on your solar power device, such as an extended roof, tree branches, or bushes. If your installation area is frequently very cloudy or gets a lot of rain or snow, this could limit the amount of sunlight that your solar power device receives.
The solar panel requires direct sunlight. Filtered/indirect sunlight through the clouds will not provide a charge to your doorbell/camera. Here is a helpful article that explains this in more detail: https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/115005282806-Solar-Panel-for-Spotlight-Cam-and-Stick-Up-Cam-Battery-Information.
Ring Community launched in March 2019 to help deliver the most current news and educational information to our customers. You can find tips and tricks from other Ring users at https://community.ring.com/. This peer-to-peer forum allows our neighbors to share their feedback and experiences to assist each other in resolving their concerns.
Thank you, Jamila with Ring.
Cloudy RECHARGE
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great when sunshine is a plenty! Otherwise, kinda stuck in the rain. Still had to recharge the batteries on my ring flood light and I live in Santa Barbara of all places. It’s sunny
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Ring
Posted .Hello VANHODANI,
Thank you for taking a moment to leave your review of the Ring Solar Panel. We know how important it is to have peace of mind when it comes to your home security, and having an unresponsive device can be concerning. Please know that we are here to assist and are confident that we can find you a resolution in a timely manner.
After reading your review, it seems that your Ring Solar Panel is not fully charging your Ring Spotlight Camera Battery. Ring recommends at least three to four hours of direct sunlight, depending on your usage. Make sure there are no obstructions that could cast a shadow on your solar power device, such as an extended roof, tree branches, or bushes. If your installation area is frequently very cloudy or gets a lot of rain or snow, this could limit the amount of sunlight that your solar power device receives.
The solar panel requires direct sunlight. Filtered/indirect sunlight through the clouds will not provide a charge to your doorbell/camera. Here is a helpful article that explains this in more detail: https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/115005282806-Solar-Panel-for-Spotlight-Cam-and-Stick-Up-Cam-Battery-Information.
Ring Community launched in March 2019 to help deliver the most current news and educational information to our customers. You can find tips and tricks from other Ring users at https://community.ring.com/. This peer-to-peer forum allows our neighbors to share their feedback and experiences to assist each other in resolving their concerns.
Thank you, Jamila with Ring.
Not working
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Doesn't work at all. Doesn't charge. I installed when it was foggy and raining and i waited till it worked but it never did Not sure why.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Ring
Posted .Hi there, I know it's important to have a consistent and reliable power source for your Spotlight Cam or Stick Up Cam. Check that the Solar Panel is firmly connected to the Camera and free of any dirt or debris. It's also important to keep in mind that the Solar Panel requires about 3-4 hours of direct sunlight per day to provide a trickle charge to the battery. You can learn more here https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/10264201238292-Solar-Panel-2nd-Generation-Small-Solar-Panel-Troubleshooting. For any other questions, check out the Ring Community https://community.ring.com/ to find answers from other neighbors. All the best, Ashley from Ring.
Solar panel for my garage
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was told i never had to charge my battery because it was solar. I keep getting messages to change the battery. Please let me know what I should do
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Ring
Posted .Hi HPlaptop. Knowing how to keep your Spotlight Cam adequately powered is important so you can maintain peace of mind. The Solar Panel is designed to provide a trickle charge to your Spotlight Cam Battery so you do not have to charge the battery as often. If the weather is cloudier than usual or your Solar Panel does not receive several hours of direct sunlight per day, the battery in your Spotlight Cam may discharge faster than it can be charged. You can find more information on the Solar Panel in this Help Center article: https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/360027261771-Super-Solar-Panel-for-Stick-Up-Cam-and-Spotlight-Cam-Information. If you have any additional questions or concerns, try browsing the Ring Community at https://community.ring.com/ to see what solutions worked for other neighbors. All the best, Ashley from Ring.
Could be improved
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The solar panel is not as affective it should be. Needs direct sunlight for best performance instead of just sunlight. The panel has limited adjustments. Needs to be improved to adjust in a 360 degrees manner.
I would recommend this to a friendSolar panel
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Mixed feelings. I have two batteries and the solar panel. I still have to charge the battery once every six months. Not worth it, hard wire your cameras
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Ring
Posted .Hello Idin517,
Thank you for taking a moment to leave your review on the Ring Solar Panel. At Ring, we believe that stronger communities are the key to safer neighborhoods. That is why we are driven to create products that help you protect what matters most at home, and empower you to connect with your visitors from wherever you are.
Your experience with Ring is impactful on our future as a company, and we would love to hear from you directly on our Ring Community forum. If you have any experiences to share, questions regarding Ring and our services, or any feedback and product suggestions, we encourage you to have your voice be heard: https://community.ring.com/!
Thank you, Jamila with Ring
Didn’t work
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Solar panel didn’t work, contracted Ring and they sent me a new one. After 1 week, battery was not charging, contacted Ring and now they are telling me there is a issue with my camera.
I would recommend this to a friendIt's ok.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It works, but I had to purchase a second battery. Not enough sunny days to keep it charged. I have to alternate batteries anyways so this seems like waste.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Ring
Posted .Hi Gamer,
We strive to deliver quality products that will serve you in the long run as we understand that you will be relying on them for your home security. The Ring Solar Panel is designed to provide a trickle charge to the battery when the panels at the top receive direct sunlight. It is important to note the panel does need to receive a few hours of direct sunlight every day to be effective.
If your camera experiences excessive activity, the trickle charge may not be able to increase the battery life, rather just maintain it. If you have located your camera in a high traffic area, please ensure the motion settings accurately reflect your needs. For example, you could reduce the size of the motion zone to ensure unnecessary movement is not detected, and thus save battery life. Another possible solution is relocating the solar panel to an area that receives more direct sunlight.
We understand you've purchased an additional battery, which is a great solution. Please reach out to us today at https://community.ring.com/, for additional tips and support. We look forward to hearing from you!
All the Best,
Danielle with Ring
Great in theory
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this for a stick up cam (says it’s compatible) so I didn’t have to recharge the battery. I have great, unbroken southern exposure so the panel is is the sun all day. The problem is it doesn’t seem to work or keep the battery charged. Hook up is easy, plug it in and change setting off battery power to continuous power. I’m giving this a 2 because I may not have the settings correct (although I think it is) but the support is so bad that it warrants this rating (IMO).
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Ring
Posted .Hello WiscoDave,
Thank you for taking a moment to leave your review on the Ring
Solar Panel. We know how important it is to have peace of mind when it
comes to your home security and having an unresponsive device can be concerning.
Please know that we are here to assist and are confident that we can find you a
resolution in a timely manner.
After reading your review, it seems that your Ring Solar Panel
is not fully charging your Ring Spotlight Camera Battery. Ring recommends at least three to four hours of direct sunlight, depending on your usage. Make sure there are no obstructions that could be casting a shadow on your solar power device such as an extended roof, trees branches, or bushes. If your installation area is frequently very cloudy or gets a lot of rain or snow, this could limit the amount of sunlight that your solar power device receives.
The solar panel requires direct sunlight. Filtered/indirect sunlight through the clouds will not provide a charge to your doorbell/camera. Here is a helpful article that explains this in more detail: https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/360061517732-Solar-Charger-and-Solar-Panel-for-Ring-Doorbells-troubleshooting.
Ring Community launched in March 2019 to help deliver the most current news and educational information to our customers. You can find tips and tricks from other Ring users at https://community.ring.com/. This peer-to-peer forum allows our neighbors to share their feedback and experiences to assist each other in resolving their concerns. Thank you, Jamila, with Ring.