Video Doorbell Comparison · UK 2026
Ring Wired Doorbell 2K vs Ring Wired Video Doorbell Pro

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Ring Wired Doorbell 2K and the Ring Wired Video Doorbell Pro are wired video doorbells. 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. If you hardwire a doorbell, turn off the power at the fuse box or breaker before touching any wiring, and use a qualified electrician if you are not sure.

Quick verdict

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Ring Wired Doorbell 2K

Pick it for: 2K (1920 x 1920) video (the Wired Video Doorbell Pro: 1536p HD+) · Works with 8-24 VAC doorbell transformers (the Wired Video Doorbell Pro: 16-24 VAC) · Rated IP65 (the Wired Video Doorbell Pro: no IP rating from Ring)

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Ring Wired Video Doorbell Pro

Pick it for: Dual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz and 5GHz (the Wired Doorbell 2K: 2.4GHz only) · 3D Motion Detection with Bird’s Eye View (the Wired Doorbell 2K: Advanced Motion Detection) · Runs from Ring’s Plug-In Adapter (the Wired Doorbell 2K: doorbell transformer only)

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Quick comparison

Spec Ring Wired Doorbell 2K Ring Wired Video Doorbell Pro
Resolution 2K (1920 x 1920) 1536p HD+ video
Power Hardwired to a doorbell transformer Hardwired to a doorbell transformer, plug-in adapter
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz only Dual-band (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
IP Rating IP65 Not stated by Ring
Storage Cloud, with a Ring Protect plan Cloud, with a Ring Protect plan
Smart home Works with Alexa Works with Alexa
Chime Chime bypassed (no sound) Needs Pro Power Kit (v3)
Ring Wired Doorbell 2K

Pros

  • 2K (1920 x 1920) with HDR, head-to-toe video, night vision and 6x Enhanced Zoom
  • IP65 weather resistance

Cons

  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
  • Hardwired installation; Ring says a qualified electrician may be required
  • Ring’s hardwiring guide says your in-home chime is bypassed and makes no sound
  • Recording and smart alerts need a Ring Protect subscription
Ring Wired Video Doorbell Pro

Pros

  • 1536p HD+ video with HDR and colour night vision
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi
  • Can also run from Ring’s Plug-In Adapter instead of doorbell wiring
  • 3D Motion Detection

Cons

  • Hardwired installation; Ring says a qualified electrician may be required
  • Needs a Pro Power Kit (v3) to work with an existing chime
  • Recording and smart alerts need a Ring Protect subscription

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Ring Wired Doorbell 2K

  • 2K (1920 x 1920) video (the Wired Video Doorbell Pro: 1536p HD+)
  • Works with 8-24 VAC doorbell transformers (the Wired Video Doorbell Pro: 16-24 VAC)
  • Rated IP65 (the Wired Video Doorbell Pro: no IP rating from Ring)
Why choose the Ring Wired Video Doorbell Pro

  • Dual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz and 5GHz (the Wired Doorbell 2K: 2.4GHz only)
  • 3D Motion Detection with Bird’s Eye View (the Wired Doorbell 2K: Advanced Motion Detection)
  • Runs from Ring’s Plug-In Adapter (the Wired Doorbell 2K: doorbell transformer only)

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