Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Ring Floodlight Cam 2K vs Reolink Elite Floodlight WiFi
Specs, pros and cons compared side by side
Both the Ring Floodlight Cam 2K and the Reolink Elite Floodlight WiFi are security cameras. This head-to-head sets them side by side using the specs, pros and cons from our full reviews. Ring specs come from Ring’s UK support pages; Reolink specs come from Reolink’s own product pages.
Quick verdict
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Ring Floodlight Cam 2K
Pick it for: Plug-in adapter option as well as hardwiring (the Elite: must be hardwired to the mains) · Operates down to -20°C (the Elite: -10°C to 55°C)
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Reolink Elite Floodlight WiFi
Pick it for: Floodlight up to 3,000 lumens (the Ring: 200 to 2000 lumens) · 180° horizontal view (the Ring: camera 140° horizontal) · Dual-band Wi-Fi 6, 2.4GHz and 5GHz (the Ring: 2.4GHz only)
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Quick comparison
| Spec |
Ring Floodlight Cam 2K |
Reolink Elite Floodlight WiFi |
| Resolution |
2K (2560 x 1440) |
5120 x 1552 (8MP), 180° horizontal |
| Power |
Hardwired to mains power, plug-in adapter |
Hardwired mains (AC 100-240V) |
| Wi-Fi |
2.4GHz only |
Wi-Fi 6, 2.4GHz and 5GHz |
| Weather rating |
IP65 |
IP66 |
| Storage |
Cloud, with a Ring Protect plan |
microSD up to 512GB, Reolink NVR, Home Hub, Home Hub Pro, FTP/NAS |
| Smart home |
Works with Alexa |
Google Assistant (Reolink’s product page also describes Alexa set-up) |
| Lights |
200 to 2000 lumen adjustable floodlights (3000K) |
Up to 3,000 lumens, 3,000K to 6,500K, dimmable |
Ring Floodlight Cam 2K
Pros
- 2K (2560 x 1440) with Low Light Sight and night vision
- IP65 weather resistance
- Built-in lights: 200 to 2000 lumen adjustable floodlights
- Remote-activated siren
Cons
- 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
- The wired version needs mains wiring, and Ring recommends professional installation
- Recording and smart alerts need a Ring Protect subscription
Reolink Elite Floodlight WiFi
Pros
- Bright 3,000-lumen floodlight
- 180° view from one device
- Detailed light settings
- Dual-band Wi-Fi 6
Cons
- Must be hardwired to the mains
- Fixed view, no pan or tilt
- Reolink’s own pages give different resolution figures
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Which should you buy?
Why choose the Ring Floodlight Cam 2K
- Plug-in adapter option as well as hardwiring (the Elite: must be hardwired to the mains)
- Operates down to -20°C (the Elite: -10°C to 55°C)
Why choose the Reolink Elite Floodlight WiFi
- Floodlight up to 3,000 lumens (the Ring: 200 to 2000 lumens)
- 180° horizontal view (the Ring: camera 140° horizontal)
- Dual-band Wi-Fi 6, 2.4GHz and 5GHz (the Ring: 2.4GHz only)
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