Testseek.com have collected 84 expert reviews of the Ring Video Doorbell 2 and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Ring Video Doorbell 2.
April 2018
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Users
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7346 Reviews
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The editors liked
Ring Video Doorbell 2 is easier to install than any other smart doorbell
The Sony HT-ST5000 is an elegant Dolby Atmos sound bar which sounds great and includes Wi-Fi music and 4K HDR compatibility. The sound-bar-and-subwoofer combination pack more punch than many competitors are capable of. Sony's inclusion of Chromecast built
Improved motion sensors
1080p video
Easier WiFi setup—once you have Chime Pro connected
Broad ecosystem of compatible smart-home products
$100 price tag (less when on sale)
Good image quality and motion detection
Stable
Feature-rich app
Works both wired and on battery power
Easy to install
Good quality video
Inexpensive
Easily installed anywhere
Reliable motion sensing
Strong video quality
Polished app experience
Long-lasting battery
Easy to install and setup
Good video and audio
Super simple to use for all household members
Removable battery pack
You can exclude parts of the camera view from motion alerts
Battery power for flexible placement
Slim
Attractive design
Useful social function in app
It costs $100
Improved specs and performance
Installation isn't too complicated
And plenty of instructional videos are available
Everything you'll need for installation is included
Video is crisp and clear
Motion detection
2 way audio
Night vision
The editors didn't like
There's no free option for cloud video storage
There's no DTS
X playback on the Sony sound bar. The competitive Samsung HW-K950 is $300 cheaper
And it offers dedicated surrounds and sounds more immersive as a result
New removable battery is inscrutable and difficult to remove
Entire product experience is poorly documented
Rechargeable battery is not removable
No recorded video without a paid subscription
Single-band Wi-Fi
Poor integration with Google Assistant
More difficult to recharge than other models
Doesn't show base of door
Bulkier design than wired doorbells
Subscription fee for core features
Need to pay for video recording
Limited partner connectivity
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The new battery design lets you quickly remove the battery if you need to recharge it. We have a wired connection and have yet to find ourselves ne
"This take on an IP-cam fused with a doorbell proved a winner."...
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Published: 2017-11-13, Author: Daniel , review by: ausdroid.net
I'm definitely biased on this front, I have been a Ring customer for years and I love the system. It works so seamlessly that I've never actually thought to look elsewhere. That said, there are products coming down the pipeline from Nest which may make me...
You can't run the Ring Video Doorbell 2 on a regular ADSL or cable internet connection in Australia -- neither has the upload bandwidth available. I use 4G at home and that's more than fast enough for a high quality feed, and anyone lucky enough to be on...
Abstract: The popular Ring Video doorbell has been updated and a new product added to the Australian market with the Ring Floodlight Cam ready to record your driveway or backyard too.I've been a massive wrap on the Ring Doorbell since I installed it – so handy, so...
The Ring Video Doorbell 2's removable lithium ion battery makes it easy to install -- and even easier to charge. It works with Alexa via the Amazon Echo Show
You have to sign up for Ring's optional fee-based cloud storage service to save and review past video clips. The large Video Doorbell 2 won't fit on most doorframes
Look no further than Ring's battery-powered Video Doorbell 2 if you don't want to deal with electrical wiring...
Inexpensive, Great app experience, Privacy Zone censors specific areas, Simple installation
No removable battery, Glitchy video and audio
Yes. It is actually a decent doorbell for the price. Plus you get the great Ring app.Editors' RecommendationsRing Video Doorbell 3 Review: Not much of an upgrade How to install a Ring Video Doorbell The best video doorbells for 2020 Ring Video Doorbell bu...
Easy to set up and use, Good video and audio quality, Reasonable price compared with Nest Hello
Motion "zones" not precise enough, Those with larger homes will need to add £50 Chime Pro
Video doorbells are becoming increasingly popular but the Ring 2's ease of setup means we're set to see an explosion of these devices on the front doors or houses across the country.Although it has its foibles and isn't as advanced as the Nest Hello, its...
Removable battery is a necessary addition, Camera footage is vibrant and clear, Additional mounts/fascias included for unusual doorways
Slight delay in motion/ring alerts, Needs to be fairly close to router, No in-home chime/ring without buying Chime or Chime Pro
The original Ring Doorbell was the market-leader in smart video doorbells. The second-generation looks to keep up this success by improving on a number of areas - a removable battery, 1080p capture and included mounts/fascias - but there's no significant...
