Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Ring Spotlight Cam Plus vs Ring Spotlight Cam 4K Pro

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Ring Spotlight Cam Plus and the Ring Spotlight Cam 4K Pro are outdoor spotlight 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. Mains-wired lights and cameras should be fitted by a qualified electrician, with the power off at the fuse box or breaker.

Quick verdict

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Ring Spotlight Cam Plus

Pick it for: Runs on a removable battery (the Spotlight Cam 4K Pro: plug-in, hardwired or PoE) · Needs less upload: Ring recommends 2 Mbps (the Spotlight Cam 4K Pro: 15 Mbps)

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Ring Spotlight Cam 4K Pro

Pick it for: 4K (3840 x 2160) with Retinal 4K Enhanced Zoom (the Spotlight Cam Plus: 1080p HD) · Dual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz and 5GHz (the Spotlight Cam Plus: 2.4GHz only) · Power over Ethernet option (the Spotlight Cam Plus: battery, plug-in or wired)

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Quick comparison

Spec Ring Spotlight Cam Plus Ring Spotlight Cam 4K Pro
Resolution 1080p HD video 4K (3840 x 2160)
Power Removable Quick Release Battery Pack, plug-in adapter, hardwired to mains power Plug-in adapter, hardwired to mains power, Power over Ethernet (PoE)
IP Rating Not stated by Ring IP65
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz only Dual-band (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
Storage Cloud, with a Ring Protect plan Cloud, with a Ring Protect plan
Smart home Works with Alexa Works with Alexa
Ring Spotlight Cam Plus

Pros

  • 1080p HD video with night vision
  • Removable battery, so you can charge it without taking the device down
  • Built-in lights: two 3000K LED spotlights
  • Remote-activated siren

Cons

  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
  • The wired version needs mains wiring
  • Recording and smart alerts need a Ring Protect subscription
Ring Spotlight Cam 4K Pro

Pros

  • 4K (3840 x 2160) with night vision and Retinal 4K Enhanced Zoom
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi
  • IP65 weather resistance
  • Built-in lights: 600 lumen adjustable LED spotlights

Cons

  • The wired version needs mains wiring
  • Ring recommends at least 15 Mbps upload for 4K
  • Recording and smart alerts need a Ring Protect subscription

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Ring Spotlight Cam Plus

  • Runs on a removable battery (the Spotlight Cam 4K Pro: plug-in, hardwired or PoE)
  • Needs less upload: Ring recommends 2 Mbps (the Spotlight Cam 4K Pro: 15 Mbps)
Why choose the Ring Spotlight Cam 4K Pro

  • 4K (3840 x 2160) with Retinal 4K Enhanced Zoom (the Spotlight Cam Plus: 1080p HD)
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz and 5GHz (the Spotlight Cam Plus: 2.4GHz only)
  • Power over Ethernet option (the Spotlight Cam Plus: battery, plug-in or wired)

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