Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.0 vs 4.2). The gap is mostly about Homeowners needing advanced motion tracking and vertical coverage — read the strengths below before deciding.
Affordable entry-level option with 1080p HD video and reliable Ring ecosystem integration.
Amazon's flagship hardwired doorbell, the Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2, shoots 1536p HD+ video and adds 3D motion detection plus Bird's Eye View, which maps where visitors approach from. Engadget's review highlighted it as a top pick for security-conscious homeowners already in the Ring/Alexa ecosystem. The trade-off is the Ring Protect subscription required to unlock cloud video history and smart alerts.
Derived means the reviewer published no score, so one was inferred from their written verdict. Everything else is a number the publisher printed. How we rank.
Solid budget option with core Ring features, ideal for first-time smart doorbell buyers.
Best-in-class 3D motion detection and Bird's Eye View features set it apart from competitors.
| Spec | Ring Video Doorbell (2020 Release) | Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Video Resolution | 1080p HD | 1080p HD |
| Field Of View | 155° horizontal, 90° vertical | 150° horizontal, 150° vertical |
| Night Vision | Yes | Color Night Vision |
| Audio | Two-way talk | Two-way talk with noise cancellation |
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery or hardwired | Hardwired |
| Smart Home | Alexa, Ring App | Alexa, Ring App |
| Storage | Cloud (subscription required) | Ring Protect subscription |
| Weatherproof | Yes | Yes |