Ring Doorbell Reviews

Every Ring video doorbell reviewed — pros, cons, real-world performance and whether it’s worth buying in the UK.

The sweet spot in Ring’s battery doorbell range. Colour Pre-Roll gives you four seconds of footage before the alert fires, Head-to-Toe View captures parcels on the doorstep and dual-band Wi-Fi keeps connection reliable. The one most households should start with.

Ring’s most capable battery doorbell. 3D Motion Detection dramatically reduces false alerts, Bird’s Eye View maps where visitors went, and you get all of this without any wiring. If budget allows, this is the best battery-powered Ring doorbell available.

Sharper 1536p video and dual-band Wi-Fi over the standard Battery Doorbell, at a price that’s still well short of the Pro range. Faces are clearer, connection is more reliable. A solid choice for anyone wanting a step up from entry-level.

Ring’s newest entry-level wire-free doorbell with Head-to-Toe View built in — a genuine step up from the older basic models. Installs in around five minutes. No frills, but does the job well at an accessible price.

The first Ring doorbell to support dual-band Wi-Fi, making it noticeably more reliable than older models. Pre-Roll captures four seconds before the alert fires — useful context, though only in black and white. A good option if you find it at the right price.

An older model but still supported. The removable battery pack is the standout feature — swap it out without taking the doorbell off the wall. Worth buying on sale. Newer models offer more at similar prices.

Ring’s original entry-level doorbell. Simple, reliable and easy to install. Lacks the features of newer models but does the basics well. Best suited to those on a tight budget who just want to see who’s at the door.

Ring’s best hardwired doorbell. 3D Motion Detection, Bird’s Eye View, Head-to-Toe View and 1536p video in a slim permanent installation. The feature gap over the original Pro is enormous. Requires compatible existing wiring (8-24VAC).

The original hardwired Pro. Still a capable, slim doorbell but largely superseded by the Pro 2. Only worth buying at a significant discount. Requires compatible wiring.

Ring’s cheapest doorbell. Hardwired only, no advanced features, but slim and reliable. If you have existing wiring and just want a simple, permanent doorbell camera at the lowest possible price, this does it.

Clips over your existing door peephole — no drilling, no permanent changes to the door. Ideal for renters and flat dwellers. Includes an inside display so you can see who’s there without your phone. Battery life is shorter than standard Ring doorbells.

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