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Ring Video Doorbell (1st Gen) – 720p HD video, motion activated alerts, easy installation – Satin Nickel
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Purchase options and add-ons
- 720p HD video doorbell that lets you see, hear and speak to people from your phone, tablet, or select Echo device.
- Get notifications whenever motion is detected by adjusting your motion zones.
- With Live View, you can check in on your home any time through the Ring app.
- Easily setup your Ring Video Doorbell by connecting to wifi via the Ring app and mounting in your desired location.
- Powered by a built-in rechargeable battery or connects to existing doorbell wiring. With a Ring Protect Plan (subscription sold separately), record all your videos, review what you missed for up to 60 days, and share videos and photos.
- Connect your Ring doorbell with Alexa to hear announcements on your compatible Echo device when your doorbell is pressed and see a live view of your camera if you have an Echo device with a screen. Talk to visitors by saying “Alexa, talk to the front door.”
- Includes privacy features, such as customizable privacy zones and audio privacy, to focus only on what's relevant to you.
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Answer the door from anywhere
Stay connected to home with motion-activated alerts, HD video and two-way talk from Ring Video Doorbell. Get alerts on your phone, tablet and PC when anyone comes to your door, so you can see, hear and speak to visitors from anywhere.
Watch over your home in wide-angle 720HD video, and protect your property around the clock with infrared night vision.
Get alerts on your phone, tablet and PC when anyone presses your Doorbell or triggers the built-in motion sensors.
Hear and speak to people at your door from your mobile device with Ring’s built-in microphone and speakers.
Check-in on your property with a press of a button, and use Live View to get on-demand video and audio any time.
Easy installation
Comes with all the tools you need to install and set up your Doorbell in just minutes.
Adjustable motion detection
Adjust the sensitivity of your motion sensors to find the ideal setting for your home.
One simple app
Link all your Ring devices to the Ring app and control your entire home security from one easy-to-use dashboard.
Ring Protect Plan
Get even more out of all your Ring doorbells and cameras with Ring Protect, a comprehensive service that lets you review what you missed. See, save, and share videos and photos when you activate video recording and photo capture for $3/month per device or $10/month per household.
Security and privacy controls in a convenient dashboard
With Control Center, you can add and remove authorized client devices, shared users, and select linked accounts–all from one place on your phone, tablet, or PC. Learn more about security and privacy.
Works with Alexa
Link your Ring account to Alexa for hands-free home monitoring so you'll always know when someone's there. Hear announcements on your Echo devices when your doorbell is pressed, and automatically see a live view of your camera on Echo devices with a screen. Talk to visitors through compatible Echo devices, like Echo Dot or Echo Show, by simply saying “Alexa, talk to the front door.”
Technical Details
Average Install Time |
5 minutes |
*Video * |
720p HD Video, Live View, Night Vision |
*Field of View * |
180° horizontal, 110° vertical |
Motion Detection |
Basic Motion Detection |
Audio |
Two-way talk with noise cancellation |
Power |
Powered by the built-in rechargeable battery. Can be hardwired to an existing doorbell system or transformer for continuous charging (8-24 VAC, 40VA max, 50/60Hz). No halogen or garden-lighting transformers; no DC transformer/power supply |
Internet Requirements |
Requires a minimum upload speed of 500 kbps, but 1 Mbps is recommended for optimal performance |
Connectivity |
802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi connection @ 2.4GHz |
Operating Conditions |
-5°F to 120°F (-20.5°C to 48.5°C), Weather Resistant |
Available Colors |
Satin Nickel, Antique Brass, Venetian Bronze |
Dimensions |
4.98 in x 2.43 in x .87 in (12.65 cm x 6.17 cm x 2.21 cm) |
Box Includes |
Ring Video Doorbell, Mounting Bracket, Diode (for use with electronic doorbells), Installation Tools and Screws, USB Charging Cable, User Manual, Security Sticker |
Setup Requirements |
Only if wiring in: Standard doorbell system or transformer with 8-24 VAC, 40VA max, 50/60Hz. Doorbell wiring at install location |
Warranty and service |
1-year limited warranty and service included. Use of Video Doorbell is subject to the terms found here. |
Support |
Click here to view more information on the Video Doorbell support page. |
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Customers like the quality and ease of installation of the doorbell. For example, they mention it works well, the night vision feature is great, and the instructions are easy to follow. That said, opinions are mixed on the image quality, motion detection, and value.
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Customers like the quality of the product. They say that it's a well-implemented device, with a night vision feature that is great and full. Customers also mention that the doorbell works well, is reliable, and is an effective solution to monitor and secure your home. They also describe it as a handy gizmo that works exactly as promised.
"...the package. So here's why we love it, and why the extra features are so useful, and I've heard there are more to come...." Read more
"...The video is not perfect, but pretty good and more than usable.4) MOTION SENSOR. My Ring faces a relatively busy street...." Read more
"...The Ring is noticeable as a camera and we have received comments from visitors/guests as they walk by it...." Read more
"...I attached the doorbell to the plate, and no doorbell. My son was KIND enough to remind me to turn the power back on. LOL. Brain fog moment...." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the product to be very simple, with easy-to-follow instructions. They also appreciate the sleek design and the fact that everything needed for installation is included. Customers also mention that the support is easy to reach and friendly. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease of installation and the company's organization.
"...Again, all done very intuitively. I was going to mention this separately, but this seems like a good place instead...." Read more
"...Even a mini level, it was so cute. Instructions were easy to follow and it was extremely professional in it's packaging and product...." Read more
"...PHYSICAL INSTALLATION. The Ring comes with a great little install kit and they make it as easy as reasonably is possible without adding..." Read more
"...Installation wasn't difficult once we determined we had the right configs. Things you should know:..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the image quality of the doorbell. Some mention that the video quality is much better than the Ring, with sharp and clear images. Others say that the images are not as good as what is shown in promos, and can be a bit fuzzy at times.
"...the night vision is impressive, and the wide angle of the lens is more than enough to see everything...." Read more
"...LOL. I learned that the hard way.I wish the clarity were a bit better but having said that I do have solid images and it's really pretty good..." Read more
"...Good picture, although fish eyed, even in the dark. That surprised me.2) we then installed the ring hard wired to our existing doorbell...." Read more
"...extender I get doorbell rings to my phone within seconds and a very clear picture -- and audio -- of who is at the door...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the motion detection of the doorbell. Some mention that it has better options around motion detection and night vision, and features customizeable motion sensing. That said, some complain about the issues with the motion sensitivty, saying that it's not very granular and sometimes misses some movement.
"...Not too many false alarms, but occasionally the motion detector does not pick up someone walking up to the door unless they literally are next to..." Read more
"...C: Almost a continuation of B, Ring also features customizeable motion sensing...." Read more
"...It takes some trial & error. It still misses some movement, and still picks up nothing... but it's better to have than not, IMO." Read more
"...is approximately 50 feet from a busy street, and it throws motion alerts constantly for cars that drive by despite my zones being set to a max of 30..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the product. Some mention that it's worth the price, has a lifetime warranty, and is fairly inexpensive. Others say that it is rather expensive and has no free, temporary video storage.
"...but having said that I do have solid images and it's really pretty good for the price...." Read more
"...been using the Ring for a couple of weeks now but so far it seems worth the cost...." Read more
"...CHEAPNESS. Overall the build quality is appropriate for the price point...." Read more
"...The $30/year price tag is not too inflated (compared to other monthly fees for cloud recording cameras ~ $8-10/month) and it keeps more footage on..." Read more
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The Ring is actually one of my favorite new devices, and the only "doorbell/camera/intercom" that does EXACTLY what I needed it to do. I had done research for a while before I saw it advertized. Granted, some people are not in the unique situation that I am in (which I'm about to explain), but I think the details will be helpful regardless.
So here's my story. Bear with me....I am a writer, so I'm naturally verbose... I live on a decently sized 7000 sq ft lot, with the main property set back far from the street, probably 200 ft or so. There is another smaller property (that I rent out) just in front of the main house. In front of that is a small office. Each of these buildings get closer to the street. Because everything is so far back from the street, and I essentially have no backyard, we put up a 6ft privacy fence and gate along the street, to enclose the property. We jokingly call it "The Compound". So you get the idea. There are also two large dogs, who not only love to explore and escape when possible, but intimidate strangers and package delivery people who show up to the gate.
So, my problems were multiple. Because of the dogs, no one could open my gate and walk up the pathway to either the main house or the studio apartment to ring a doorbell or deliver a package. Because there are two living spaces with two separate people as well as an office building, it gets confusing as to who lives where and who is in which building at any given time, so multiple doorbells seemed pointless. Because of the privacy fence, leaving packages without signatures on the street outside the gate (obviously there's no porch or private area) is impracticle, not to mention most carriers won't do it anyway. Then, there's the addional issue of security. If we had doorbells, then we wanted video. We knew that if we were going to have a doorbell, then it needed to be on the front gate, but also transmit wirelessly, ideally to a phone/tablet, but a computer at the very least. There is no electricity that far down the yard by the street, so hard wiring was not an option without a lot of work and money. Not to mention hardwired doorbells (unless you have a pre-existing unit) require step down transformers. So it seemed like we were pretty screwed. We had researched some units, I think Skybell was the name of one, and a couple of others, and while they offered WiFi transmission, they required hard wired electricity.
Then we found Ring. Almost seemed too good to be true, because there were features that we hadn't even thought about that solved additional concerns. Ring HAS A BUILT IN RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. There's a no brainer. Amazing that someone hadn't done this before, but there you go... So naturally we bought it just based on that to give it a try. Obviously it can also be hardwired to an existing or new doorbell plate and all the tools are in the package.
So here's why we love it, and why the extra features are so useful, and I've heard there are more to come. They just released Chime, and I'll discuss that in a second. These points are in no particular order....
A: Ring has a good, high resolution camera (bear in mind, that the further away from your WiFi router you are, the resolution will degrade. That's just science...), the night vision is impressive, and the wide angle of the lens is more than enough to see everything. The microphone is very good, as is the outdoor speaker. Honestly much clearer than expected.
B: The WiFi power is solid. You set up the connection to your network through the Ring app on your phone (more on the app later). It's a very easy process, and the app walks you through it. Because of the massive distance of the yard I described, we did end up having to add a WiFi extender to the office (which was the closest building to the street), to make the camera connection more efficient. Bear this in mind if you're installing far away from your router. Once Ring is connected it shows up as a registered device, and you can add more later if necessary. Now here's the super cool part, and how it affects home security. I now know Ring advertises this as one of it's key features, but to see it in action really sells it. Much like the Belkin WeMo system, once the device is connected to your network, it is then routed through your phone, literally enabling you to answer your doorbell (and see who is there) from anywhere. I have answered the gate from 2000 miles away, asked for a package to be left there, and then had a friend (or roommate) go and pick it up. Nobody knew I wasn't home. Visit Ring's website for videos on this feature.
C: Almost a continuation of B, Ring also features customizeable motion sensing. I don't really need to go into detail on this, because everyone will use it differently, but for us it's handy for package delivery when someone doesn't ring the bell (yes, I get a lot of packages....). It would also be useful of course if you suspected that someone was trying to break in or tamper with your stuff, or you have a crazy stalker, which leads us to....
D: Cloud recording!! Ring has a cloud recording service. It's fantastic. If you activate it (which I believe is about $3 a month), every time the bell rings or the motion sensor is triggered, it uploads the video to the cloud, and you can review it at any time through the app. So far we haven't had the misfortune of security issues, but it is really handy (and worth it in my opinion) to see who was at your gate if you miss a "call" from the Ring.
E: Multiple users. A huge selling point (well we were already sold, but we discovered this later) is that you can add multiple users to the Ring device. My roommate/tenant downloaded the app, set up an account and then I added her to the list. When the gate rings, she is alerted at the same time I am, no matter where we are, and she also has access to all of the cloud recordings and features. This is a great feature if you live in a compound....;) Joke aside, we both travel a lot independantly for business, so having multiple users be able to access the features I've previously outlined, increases security and also allows each of us to take care of things at the house more efficiently.
F: The app is very well designed. Simple, easy to use and intuitive. We're all Apple users here, so I've only seen it on iOS, but I have it installed on my phones and iPad and it works great. I actually use old, beat up iPhones and iPads as wall mounted "light switches" for home automation stuff, so my whole house rings when someone is at the gate. I can use any of the devices to see the camera. Also, when you login to your account on any iPhone/iPad, your registered Ring device(s) pop up. Aside from that, the app allows you to customize settings (mainly motion), add devices and look at cloud recordings. You can also monitor battery life if you are using the wireless rechargeable battery. Again, all done very intuitively. I was going to mention this separately, but this seems like a good place instead. While I am happy to have my whole house "ring", my tenant does not want hers to. She works from two phones and an iPad, has the Ring app installed on all of them, but mostly keeps her phone ringers off. As a result she misses a lot of doorbell rings. She also doesn't necessarily, as many people wouldn't, always want/need to get Ring notifications when she is out and knows I'm home. Amazingly, the Ring folks just launched Chime, which is pretty much for people like her. We will be installing one in her place. From what I understand it is essentially a stand alone, almost "old school" doorbell ringer (chime, i guess....), that you wall mount and rings in your house separately from your phone. It is connected through the Ring app and is customizeable (volume etc). I haven't played with it yet, but will soon and review it.
G: One last note about the unit itself. It's very sturdy and weather resistant. We live in Central Texas and just went through a bashing from the edge of the hurricane weather. Ring is fine, just as they advertise. Once you mount it, there are two small security screws on the bottom that are designed to make stealing it a pain in the ass. Ring apparently has a replacement program for theft (see H) by the way. All installation tools needed to mount and set up are included in the package. Screws, screwdriver and bits, and any other accessories for hardwiring to electricity (mine had a diode included in the box). There was even a micro USB cable for re-charging the battery, which is very easy to do. Undo security screws with special bit, take Ring off the mount and then plug it in as you would a phone etc... Battery life is apparently 6 months or more before recharge with normal usage. For those of you that care, the packaging it arrives in is very elegant and frustration free.
H: Customer service is impeccable. While in an ideal world you should never have to call them, I initially received a unit with a slightly defective battery (it wasn't holding a charge very long). They replaced it immediately (arrived in a couple of days) with virtually no questions asked. Also, the website is informative and answers most questions. If you have to call and the hold time is too long, they'll call you back without you losing your place in line.
My only gripe about Ring so far is that there is no Mac OS desktop support/app. I work from my computer a lot. I am a musician, a photographer and a writer, so when knee deep in a project that requires concentration or silence (i.e. phone turned off), it would be nice for a doorbell alert to pop up on the computer screen and a little video window. HOWEVER, I have heard rumors that desktop support is on the horizon.
So there you have it. My lengthy review. I hope it helps. Excuse typos and grammar. If Hemingway had written on an iPhone, it would be pure s*** too.....;) That's assuming of course that you like Hemingway in the first place.....
The next day, I decided to hook it up first and test it out from there. It was a simple set up, removing my old (actually new since last year) doorbell and hooking the wires to the plate. I attached the doorbell to the plate, and no doorbell. My son was KIND enough to remind me to turn the power back on. LOL. Brain fog moment. I did as he suggested, lol (him laughing the whole time) and tried out my new Ring doorbell. I immediately got an alert and of course my phone would not view it so my son happily showed him the picture from his phone and the clarity was great! Not blown up like it was in my garage. I'm assuming that was due to all the lighting. We were able to talk to each other which was awesome.
I also discovered that I could download the app on my windows 10 computer which I immediately did and perfect clarity. Well, my hubby said Christmas was coming early for me and I can upgrade to the new note 8 since this doorbell was super important to me. I'm often running inside the house to check my door when my rude dogs think every person walking buy is a danger and on our property even if their yards away. Now I can conveniently check my computer first or my phone, which decided to start working after my Christmas gift was revealed, of course.
I'll still need that 8 because....well....it's got a better camera, you know. lol. I do have difficulty with the app working at times on all devices as it will sometimes take a while to upload. I found going straight to live view solves that issue 9 times out of 10. I can still hit the green phone button to utilize the speakers. Don't forget to hit the red phone button when your done talking or the UPS guy will still hear your conversation which is kind of embarrassing. LOL. I learned that the hard way.
I wish the clarity were a bit better but having said that I do have solid images and it's really pretty good for the price. Not sure doubling the price for a hair better quality would be worth it or not. Maybe later down the road I'll get the upgrade. I would really love the latest and greatest but nearly $500 made me choke on my saliva. I'm very happy with my purchase, would highly recommend, and I no longer have to get the unwanted exercise of running to my front door every time the dog barks. I will be paying for the cloud service, after all, we do need it to record or what's the point, right? But 3$ a month is doable. Don't think I need the 10$ package.
P.S. If I remember (brain fog) I'll try to update when I get my new phone and let you know if the app works better on it or not! Love the product!
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2017
The next day, I decided to hook it up first and test it out from there. It was a simple set up, removing my old (actually new since last year) doorbell and hooking the wires to the plate. I attached the doorbell to the plate, and no doorbell. My son was KIND enough to remind me to turn the power back on. LOL. Brain fog moment. I did as he suggested, lol (him laughing the whole time) and tried out my new Ring doorbell. I immediately got an alert and of course my phone would not view it so my son happily showed him the picture from his phone and the clarity was great! Not blown up like it was in my garage. I'm assuming that was due to all the lighting. We were able to talk to each other which was awesome.
I also discovered that I could download the app on my windows 10 computer which I immediately did and perfect clarity. Well, my hubby said Christmas was coming early for me and I can upgrade to the new note 8 since this doorbell was super important to me. I'm often running inside the house to check my door when my rude dogs think every person walking buy is a danger and on our property even if their yards away. Now I can conveniently check my computer first or my phone, which decided to start working after my Christmas gift was revealed, of course.
I'll still need that 8 because....well....it's got a better camera, you know. lol. I do have difficulty with the app working at times on all devices as it will sometimes take a while to upload. I found going straight to live view solves that issue 9 times out of 10. I can still hit the green phone button to utilize the speakers. Don't forget to hit the red phone button when your done talking or the UPS guy will still hear your conversation which is kind of embarrassing. LOL. I learned that the hard way.
I wish the clarity were a bit better but having said that I do have solid images and it's really pretty good for the price. Not sure doubling the price for a hair better quality would be worth it or not. Maybe later down the road I'll get the upgrade. I would really love the latest and greatest but nearly $500 made me choke on my saliva. I'm very happy with my purchase, would highly recommend, and I no longer have to get the unwanted exercise of running to my front door every time the dog barks. I will be paying for the cloud service, after all, we do need it to record or what's the point, right? But 3$ a month is doable. Don't think I need the 10$ package.
P.S. If I remember (brain fog) I'll try to update when I get my new phone and let you know if the app works better on it or not! Love the product!