1 / 7Ring Battery Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) 2K with Chime Plus
Ring Battery Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) 2K with Chime Plus pairs a battery-powered doorbell camera with an indoor chime. The listing claims Retinal 2K viewing, up to 6x zoom, motion alerts and two-way talk, the camera recharges by USB-C, while cloud recording requires a separate plan.
At a glance
- Listing claims Retinal 2K and a full head-to-toe view.
- Up to 6x Enhanced Zoom is claimed for viewing detail at a distance.
- Motion alerts and Live View with two-way talk are listed.
- Battery-powered DIY installation is described as requiring no wiring.
- The built-in battery recharges via USB-C after removing the doorbell from its mount.
- Chime Plus is listed as providing indoor alerts and a built-in night light.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Battery-powered installation avoids doorbell wiring, according to the listing.
- USB-C recharging and a removable design provide a stated way to recharge the built-in battery.
- Chime Plus is claimed to provide alerts inside the home, including for detected motion.
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing describes a Ring Protect plan, sold separately, as required for cloud recording, cloud storage is claimed for up to 180 days. Battery life, resolution measurements and zoom performance are not specified beyond the listing claims.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Buyers seeking a battery-powered doorbell camera with motion notifications and two-way talk.
- Homes where an indoor chime and Alexa-device notifications are useful.
Less suited to
- Buyers who require cloud recording without a separate Ring Protect plan.
- Buyers who need a stated battery runtime or independently verified image performance.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The supplied rating is 5.0 out of 5 from one rating, with 100% shown as five-star. That very small aggregate provides little basis for judging reliability, image quality or long-term battery performance, consider the stated USB-C charging and separate-plan requirement when assessing fit.
Frequently asked questions
Does this doorbell need wiring?
The listing describes DIY installation with no wiring required and says the built-in battery recharges via USB-C.
Is cloud recording included?
No plan is identified as included. The listing says a Ring Protect plan is sold separately and is needed for cloud recording.
What does Chime Plus add?
The listing describes Chime Plus as providing alerts inside the home and a built-in night light.
