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Daily Record
22-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Our top picks of Ring Video Doorbell deals as Amazon slashes prices across range
In limited time deals, Amazon has cut prices across with Ring Doorbell range, with markdowns going up to £70. Every homeowner wants to make sure that their property is safe while they are out and about or on a trip abroad. Thankfully, this can now easily be done with the increasing popularity of video doorbells. From monitoring what is going on outside your home through a live video connected to your phone, to having a two-way conversation with the postman while you are away from the house, these nifty doorbells have given homeowners across the UK extra peace of mind. While there are many devices on the market, one of the most popular is the Ring Video Doorbell. And their demand doesn't appear to be waning, with some of their models being purchased by thousands of people in the last 30 days. For those interested in investing in this popular home security device, now is the best time to shop as Amazon has cut prices across the range. From bundle deals to basic devices, Amazon has placed many of the highly sought after Ring products on sale. However, before revealing our top five picks from the sale, it should be noted that Ring Video Doorbells require a subscription to gain full access to all their features - but each device in the sale comes with a 30-day free Ring Home trial. Top five picks from the Ring Video Doorbell deals Ring Battery Video Doorbell (2024 release) - was £99.99 now £59.99 The cheapest item in the sale is the 2024 edition of the Ring Battery Video Doorbell. Saving shoppers £40, this compact device can be installed 'in a snap'. With night vision and a head-to-view, shoppers will be able to clearly see who is outside their home. However, in order to avoid constant notifications, users can activate the Person Alerts feature to their phone to ensure that they are only notified when human activity is detected. Similarly, Package Alerts can be added so users know when their latest delivery has arrived. Bought by over 4,000 Amazon shoppers in the last 30 days, many shoppers have given the doorbell high praise. One reviewer said: "I couldn't be happier with my Ring doorbell. Easy to fit and set up, the video quality is great, the camera has a wide line of sight too." However, not everyone was as pleased, with another shopper saying: "This is a brilliant product, but nowhere does it say that it will cost you £7.99 a month to actually see anything. There is a free trial period where you can see back to who came etc, but it's fairly useless without the subscription." Click HERE to buy the Ring Battery Video Doorbell (2024 release). Saving shoppers £70, this bundle deal comes with an indoor camera that can let users monitor what is happening inside their home. This is perfect for households who have a new pet as they can check in on them through a real-time live video. This camera can be placed on a flat surface or mounted onto a wall with its versatile bracket to get a clearer view of the room. Additionally, the camera comes with a privacy cover so users can choose to stop recording once they enter their home. One Amazon shopper gave the indoor camera a five-star rating, saying: "Fantastic Camera, really good coverage and helps to keep an eye on things when away from the house. Especially as we have 3 cats and a dog to keep an eye on." However, another reviewer felt that the device could do a better job, writing: "Installation and setup was a breeze however not impressed with the range covered." To buy the Ring Video Doorbell and Indoor Camera, click HERE. Ring Battery Video Doorbell + Chime - was £129.98, now £79.99 Another bundle deal includes Ring's Chime device. This device allows those at home to hear the doorbell being rung loud and clear as it can be connected to exisTing Ring Doorbells and cameras. The device can be easily be set up by plugging it into a standard power socket and then connected via Wi-Fi. From the Ring app, users can choose from a variety of chime tones, adjust the volume and turn on Do Not Disturb mode. As currently one of Amazon's best sellers, one delighted shopper wrote: "Great item, so easy to install and connect to Ring door bell. Very happy with item, can't fault it at all." However, another shopper experienced an issue with the device, adding: "This Ring chime is very easy to set up and sound great with a choice of chimes. Unfortunately it goes offline every couple of days and has to be constantly unplugged from the mains socket and plugged back in for it to work again." Ring Battery Video Doorbell Pro + Chime Pro - was £249.98, now £189.99 For shoppers who are happy to splash a bit more cash for the Pro edition of both the Ring Doorbell and Chime, Amazon has slashed £60 off this bundle deal. The Ring Doorbell Pro features a 1536p HD video, as well as 3D motion detection and 'bird's eye' zones, allowing users to pinpoint when and where a motion event begins in an aerial map view. The Chime Pro is a 3-in-1 device, which includes a Wi-Fi extender for any Ring Devices, a nightlight and a chime box, to bring added peace of mind to the home. Many shoppers have gushed about the more advanced Ring Doorbell, with one shopper writing: "Absolutely love the Ring Battery Video Doorbell Pro! From the moment I installed it (which was super easy and took less than 10 minutes), I could see a huge difference in the quality and performance compared to previous models. "The video is incredibly clear, even at night, and the two-way audio is crisp and responsive." By contrast, another shopper couldn't see much of a difference, noting: "Ring doorbells are great and this one is no exception but I don't see any different from this Pro doorbell to the normal one. Any other extra feature it says it will use more battery." Click here to buy the Ring Battery Video Doorbell Pro + Chime Pro. Ring Peephole Camera - was £119.99, now £89.99 One of the lesser known items in the sale is the Ring Peephole Camera. Working with standard sized peepholes, ranging from 12mm to 14mm in diameter, this camera still allows users to see, hear and speak to visitors wherever they are. Available in for doors between 34-55mm or 54-75mm in thickness, this device also allows useRS to send Quick Replies to those outside their home through pre-selected messages. Like other Ring devices, this Peephole can be connected to Alexa to inform users who is at the door. This alternative doorbell has been a hit with shoppers, as one person wrote: "This ring door cam is a lifesaver. Being in a wheelchair I have difficulty getting to the door quickly. But with the motion detection, picture quality, knock alert and a friendly announcement, people know to wait for me. Brilliant for both an aid and security. Highly recommend ring products." Additionally, another reviewer gave shoppers some advice: "Would highly recommend, picture and sound quality is excellent. Easy set up, only thing I would say is I bought the wrong size doorbell as I went for the bigger size and the bolt is too long for a standard door. So anyone unsure if your door is a standard one, go for the smaller size." To buy the Ring Peephole Camera, click HERE. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. 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Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Should you buy a Ring doorbell in the Amazon sale? Here's our advice
If you're in the market for a Ring smart video doorbell, Amazon's ongoing Spring Sale event has given you some cut-price options to consider. Several Ring doorbells are at heavily discounted prices, and there are even bigger discounts on bundles of a Ring doorbell with an accessory such as a chime or speaker, with up to 40% off the total RRP in a few cases. The deals expire at 23:59 on Monday 31 March – so there's not much time left to decide whether to buy a Ring video doorbell on discount. As a tech journalist, I've tested several smart security products, including Ring video doorbells. Here are my thoughts on whether you should buy a Ring doorbell today – are Ring's deals any good, and is a video doorbell right for you in the first place? The Amazon Spring Sale has brought some hefty discounts on Ring video doorbells, with many devices now at significantly reduced prices. If you've been thinking about installing a Ring doorbell to secure your property, now would be a smart time to buy. I don't expect to see better discounts until Amazon Prime Day or Black Friday, when even bigger savings are likely.£59.99 at For the classic Ring user experience with up-to-the-minute functionality, you can't currently beat the Ring Battery Video Doorbell (2024 release). This iteration builds on previous flagship models with longer battery life, colour night vision, head-to-toe view of your visitors and a bundled-in removal tool to help with recharging the device. You can now grab this revamped Ring doorbell for £59.99 – 40% off the RRP.£129.00 at At the premium end of the Ring range, the Ring Video Doorbell Pro gets a healthy Prime Big Deal Days discount. With 35% off the £199.99 RRP, this feature-rich model now costs £129.99. That equals the lowest price we've seen on this doorbell, in the sales last year.£82.98 at A video doorbell is at its best when you have a chime to go with it (or a smart speaker like the Echo Pop, which can act as a chime). In one of the most generous doorbell deals, there's 43% off this bundle of the Ring Battery Video Doorbell with an Echo Pop smart speaker – so you can get everything you need for your new security setup for £82.98 (RRP: £144.98). If you'd rather pair your new Ring video doorbell with a Ring Chime, you can buy the equivalent bundle for £69.99 (RRP: £129.98). As a tech writer, I've tested several Ring video doorbells – and in general, I've been impressed. Home security products can be complicated, but Ring makes things simple with easy setup, seamless Alexa integration and an app that actually works (most of the time). With that said, Ring isn't perfect. For example, one big downside to Ring's video doorbells is that certain features such as long-term video storage, person alerts and rich notifications are paywalled. To access your doorbell's functionalities at their best, you'll need to subscribe to a Ring Protect Plan, starting at £4.99/month. If you're not convinced about Ring, there are some other very good video doorbell brands out there with discounts live for the Prime Big Deal Days event, each with its own pros and cons.£64.99 at Eufy Security has always been a fine budget option – and that's truer than ever, as the Eufy Video Doorbell C210 with Chime bundle has been discounted by 35% to £64.99 (RRP: £99.99). This system has some advanced security features that would suit buyers who take a thorough approach to safeguarding their home. For example, voice recordings from the doorbell's two-way talk function are saved directly onto an SD card in the wifi-connected chime.£29.99 at An even cheaper option is the Blink Video Doorbell, which sits alongside the Ring range in Amazon's portfolio of security brands. This highly capable budget doorbell is 40% off at £29.99 (RRP: £59.99) and features everything most users will need, including two-way talk, weather-resistance and good battery life. Video doorbells are a great solution for buyers who want to be upfront about securing their property and communicating with visitors on the doorstep – whether they be friends, family, couriers, or trespassers. However, one alternative option to consider is installing a smart security camera system instead. Mounted close to the doorway, smart security cameras can make a relatively subtle addition to your home – at least compared to a video doorbell, which stares your visitors right in the face when they arrive at the door. At my home, I've set up a security system featuring an audio doorbell (with no camera) linked to a wall-mounted camera. The idea is to make the property safer without making guests feel awkward on the doorstep. If you're not sure about getting a video doorbell, perhaps you could do something similar.£17.99 at Several outdoor security cameras have been discounted in this event, including the Blink Mini 2, which has 40% off at £17.99 (RRP: £29.99). This brilliant little security camera has two-way talk, so you can still use it to chat with visitors when they arrive at your property. Whether you choose a Ring doorbell, a competitor's video doorbell, or a different type of product such as a wifi security camera, the Spring Deal Days sale is likely to give you the best price you'll find this side of Black Friday. This sale concludes at the end of the day on 31 March – so you've still got time to get a heavily discounted Ring video doorbell. 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Khaleej Times
11-02-2025
- Khaleej Times
Gadget review: Amazon's Ring Battery Video Doorbell is an affordable security measure
The UAE is one of the safest places on the planet and that's a big reason why we all love living here. But one can never be too careful. Ultimately, your safety is to a large extent in your own hands —or in the hands of the several security and surveillance gadgets that are now available in the market. One such gizmo is the Ring Battery Video Doorbell. Video doorbells have become quite common as security devices of late. Not only do they give you an accurate picture (pun intended) of who's calling so that you can decide whether it's safe to open your door and let them in, but they are also being increasingly used in less secure parts of the world to keep a watch on and guard against porch pirates that sneak off with your Amazon package from your doorstep. Of course, this is not something that is common in the UAE, but it's always good to know that there are gadgets out there that can help you keep a watch on this. And a lot of these gadgets are from Amazon itself. If you're looking for a top-tier video doorbell, the Amazon-owned Ring brand is bound to come up in conversation. The latest addition to the lineup, the Ring Battery Video Doorbell, is a compelling option. This model is more affordable than its siblings, the Ring Battery Video Doorbell Plus and significantly cheaper than the high-end Ring Battery Video Doorbell Pro. However, those pricier versions do offer slightly better video resolution and additional features such as noise cancellation for audio. Our test mule for this review was a standard Ring Battery Video Doorbell, a wireless, battery-powered device that you can mount almost anywhere and control from your smartphone. Design-wise, this doorbell sticks to Ring's signature aesthetic, so you'll recognise it instantly as a Ring device. Sporting dimensions of 6.19cm by 2.30cm by 12.65cm, it comes in two colourways and finishes — the Venetian Bronze (dark metallic) or the Satin Nickel (silver), which is the one we received from Ring to try out. The packaging is compact, fitting in a set-up guide, security sticker, USB-A to USB-C charging cable, mounting bracket, screws with anchors and a removal tool for detaching the doorbell when it needs charging. We found the installation to be straightforward. The device is built solidly, with a finish and heft that suggests it can last a while. Of course, positioning it on your door or a wall adjacent to it does require the drilling of a couple of holes for the screws to go in and hold it in place in the provided wall bracket. So if you're renting, you'd perhaps like to ask your landlord first before the installation. When it came to the set-up of the device, it took less than about 10 minutes to make a Ring account online and have everything paired up and connected on our mobile phone. Previous users of Ring devices can, of course, connect to their existing Ring accounts and apps. If you've used a Ring camera before, you'll find the mobile app intuitive. It also allows you to manage multiple Ring devices from one place. Like other Ring products, this doorbell includes a 30-day free trial of Ring Protect, which unlocks features like person and package detection, enhanced notifications, and 180 days of cloud video storage. After the trial, there is a monthly subscription fee for these added services, but you can use the doorbell without a subscription if you do not need the extra features. From design to installation, the Ring Battery Video Doorbell seemed well-built and easy to set up, seamlessly connecting to Wi-Fi. It includes the essential features such a device can be expected to come with, such as instant mobile alerts when the bell is pressed or when motion is detected; customisable motion zones and privacy settings; two-way audio for talking to visitors; preset quick responses; and a 'Do Not Disturb' mode to mute notifications. How close is too close? The camera on the device records in 1440 x 1440 HD resolution with a wide 150-degree 'head-to-toe' fisheye view. What this provides is a clearer look at people, pets and packages. However, the angle of the lens' coverage is not wide enough to keep in view very small items placed right against the foot of door. We found the video and audio quality to be very good, as we did the low-light capture and night vision. There is also a live video feed available over Wi-Fi, and we found this to be quite stable, too. Coming to the battery life, while Ring does not specify the hours you can get from a full charge, our test piece's battery showed a depletion of around 12 per cent from full in 15 days of non-stop usage. Going by this figure, we are inclined to believe market reports of a full charge lasting several months, depending on usage. Compared to its elder siblings — the Ring Plus and Pro models — this version lacks the higher 1536p video resolution, which you will not miss in a video doorbell unless you're thinking of turning your doorstep footage into a YouTube channel. There is also one battery on this device, which is not removable, which means you will need to take the entire device off its bracket to charge, rather than just replace the spent battery with a fully charged one. Also, storing the video data on the cloud will require an extra subscription expense with this base Battery Video Doorbell. With Ring's track record of producing high-quality video doorbells, this model lives up to expectations. Priced lower than its stablemates at Dh399, it's a more appealing option in our opinion, providing all the essential features you would expect in a video doorbell without geeking out on features that are not absolute musts. We found the video feed to be clear, with reliable motion detection and prompt arrival of notifications. If you're in the market for a reasonably priced video doorbell that provides an adequate level of features, reliability and security sans frills that does not break the bank in terms of price, you can't go wrong with the Ring Battery Video Doorbell.
