Ring Camera Review

Ring goes beyond video doorbells to deliver an innovative and versatile set of home security cameras that are renter-friendly.

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By Aliza Vigderman Aliza Vigderman, Senior Editor, Industry Analyst & Gabe Turner Gabe Turner, Chief Editor
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Editors Rating:
9.5 /10

What We Like

What We Don't Like

  • No local video storage: If we wanted to record video, we had to pay extra for cloud storage.
  • Limited field of view: Some cameras on the market have fields of view as wide as 160 degrees and more. None of Ring’s cameras have fields of view over 150 degrees, and their least expensive camera provides only 115 degrees.
  • Cellular backup costs extra: Cellular backup ensures your cameras work even if your Wi-Fi goes down. Unfortunately, you need to purchase a monthly Ring Protect plan if you want this level of security.

Bottom Line

Ring has the most options when it comes to security cameras, from indoor to outdoor, from wired to wireless. With prices ranging from just $60 to $270, there's an option to meet every budget.
Citations
  1. CNBC. Amazon buys smart doorbell maker Ring for a reported $1 billion.
    cnbc.com/2018/02/27/amazon-buys-ring-the-smart-door-bell-maker-it-backed-through-alexa-fund.html

  2. Apple App Store. (2024). Ring – Always Home App.
    apps.apple.com/us/app/ring-always-home/id926252661

  3. Ring. (2024). Integrating Amazon Alexa-supported Devices with Ring Devices.
    support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/115003247146-Integrating-Amazon-Alexa-supported-Devices-with-Ring-Devices

  4. Edmund Optics. (2024). Understanding Focal Length and Field of View.
    edmundoptics.com/knowledge-center/application-notes/imaging/understanding-focal-length-and-field-of-view/

  5. BuzzFeed News. A Data Leak Exposed The Personal Information Of Over 3,000 Ring Users.
    buzzfeednews.com/article/carolinehaskins1/data-leak-exposes-personal-data-over-3000-ring-camera-users