Are you happy with Ring doorbells that are largely limited to Amazon Alexa compatibility? Does the Ring camera on the doorbell show a clear image with the right resolution for easy live viewing? Does the doorbell have any problems with latency and alerts? Can it be positioned close enough to your Wi-Fi network? Does the Ring doorbell have two-way audio, motion detection and other key features? Are you willing to pay for a Ring subscription to get features like video storage and object detection? CNET staff -- not advertisers, partners or business interests -- determine how we review products and services. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Amazon Ring's video doorbells have spanned multiple product lines, sizes and prices -- but right now they're in one of my favorite spots. I think the updated battery designs are a great improvement and more advanced AI features are making Ring easier to use, with smart event summaries and even upcoming Alexa Plus Greetings. With new models recently announced and handy features on the way like Search Party to identifiy missing pets, it's one of the best times to get a Ring doorbell. Amazon's Prime Day sales in October only make it easier to save money. If you're having trouble picking out the best Ring doorbell from the fray, I don't blame you. There are a lot of models and it's hard to tell what's right for you. Below I've rounded up my favorites and what they do best. What is the best Ring video doorbell? My current top pick for the best Ring doorbell is the Ring Battery Doorbell Pro, offering bird's-eye views, custom motion zones and a solid battery life via a removable battery pack. If you want to stick with your existing doorbell wiring and say goodbye to battery-powered doorbells, don’t worry -- Ring has you covered there, too. Whether you want to get a Ring video doorbell for your own home or as a tech holiday gift for a new homeowner or renter, you'll find an option below. And while you're at it, take a look at our best video doorbell list and best outdoor cam guide to check out other brands like Nest and Arlo in addition to Ring. Note: Ring has come under criticism for its privacy policies in the past. As a result, the company has removed an option that allowed police to request video footage from the company for any reason. It's a privacy improvement that makes Ring's policy more similar to Google and other security companies. Best Ring video doorbells of 2025 CNET/Tyler Lacoma Photo Gallery 1/4 The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro prior to our full installation. CNET/Tyler Lacoma The best overall Ring video doorbell Ring Battery Doorbell Pro (2024) 7.25 /10 SCORE Pros Very large field of view HD+ resolution Color night vision Advanced motion detection Quick replies Battery or wired Cons Expensive Bulkier than comparative doorbells Battery case could be sturdier The latest Ring doorbell also has some of its best features, including a particularly large field of view and built-in options to manually charge the slip-out battery or connect the doorbell to a constant source of power. The motion detection is backed by the best Ring video features too, including 3D detection and Bird’s-Eye Views that, when set, provide tracked paths that moving objects took while in view. It also has extra features like Quick Replies you can set for premade instructions as well and standards like two-way audio and night vision (in color for this model). The resolution is also an interesting upgrade that only the latest Ring doorbells have, offering “HD+” 1536p video for a bit of extra detail. The traditional Ring caveats still apply: Smart home compatibility is primarily limited to Alexa, and object recognition or video storage will require a Ring Protect plan. Our review also found that the doorbell is a bit bulkier and lacking some of the compact durability of similar models like the Google Nest doorbell. But in all, this large, powerful cam is Ring’s best option, especially for those looking for excellent video that captures a broad area in the front of their home. ... Show more Get it now $130 at Amazon $180 at Ring Specs & Configurations Field of view 150-degrees horizontal and vertical Video storage Via Ring Protect plan or locally with a Ring Alarm Pro system Object detection Person and package detection available only via Ring Protect Smart home support Amazon Alexa Score Breakdown Performance 7 Usability 7 Features 9 Design 6 Learn more Ring Battery Doorbell Pro (2024) review Add to compare Amazon Photo Gallery 1/1 Amazon Best value for price Ring video doorbell Ring Video Doorbell (2025) Pros Affordable Wireless with an updated battery design Expanded head-to-toe video Color night vision Supports AI functions like video captions Great Alexa compatibility Cons Misses out on some of the very latest Ring and Alexa Plus innovations Ring's newer doorbell is an excellent round-up of features from years past that's only $100 and frequently on sale for much less, making it easy to find this doorbell for around $50. Not only does it have updated plug-in charging design that I really like (you have to bring the doorbell inside, but the structural design is far better), but there are new extras like a larger head-to-toe video field of view. The 1440 x 1440 resolution is also a nice middle ground for capturing detail without getting too expensive. Common features like two-way audio, smart alerts and object detection (with subscription) are all available here, and since it's a battery model you can put this Ring doorbell nearly anywhere. ... Show more Get it now $50 at Amazon Specs & Configurations Field of view 150-degrees horizontal, 150-degrees vertical Video storage Via Ring Protect plan or locally with a Ring Alarm Pro system Object detection Person and package detection available only via Ring subscription Smart home support Amazon Alexa Add to compare Amazon Photo Gallery 1/1 Amazon Best advanced Ring video doorbell with high resolution Ring Wired Doorbell Pro 4K Pros 4K resolution New Retinal view for enhanced detail Improved two-way audio Access to AI features like video descriptions and Alexa Plus greetings Low Light Sight and night vision Cons Expensive Wired only Ring's latest video doorbell, arriving just in time for the holidays, features a sizable jump to 4K resolution and more smarts than ever before. That includes Retinal Vision, which helps sharpen important details when examining video footage and clearer audio, as well as standbys like 3D Motion Detection. AI tricks like Ring's video descriptions are also available, and Ring will be enabling innovations in the coming months like Alexa Plus conversational greetings to answer the door for you in greater depth. There's even an upcoming Search Party feature to help identify and locate lost pets with the help of other Ring users. If you want the latest Ring will all the best features, this is the model for you. The biggest downside is that it's wired only, which doesn't work with every porch, so check your original doorbell wiring first. ... Show more Get it now $250 at Amazon Specs & Configurations Field of view 140-degrees horizontal and vertical Video storage Via Ring Protect plan or locally with a Ring Alarm Pro system Object detection Person and package detection available only via Ring Protect Smart home support Amazon Alexa and Alexa Plus Add to compare Amazon Photo Gallery 1/1 Amazon Best cheap Ring video doorbell Ring Video Doorbell Wired Pros Cheap model Good field of view Night vision Two-way audio Cons Wired only Those looking for a cheap video doorbell that will save them money -- while offering all the benefits of a Ring Protect plan and similar features -- can’t do much better than this wired model. It still includes all the important basics like night vision, two-way audio and a healthy field of view. However, you will need to place it where your existing doorbell is, which can limit some of your options. ... Show more Get it now $50 at Amazon Specs & Configurations Field of view 155-degrees horizontal, 90-degrees vertical Video storage Via Ring Protect plan or locally with a Ring Alarm Pro system Object detection Person and package detection available only via Ring Protect Smart home support Amazon Alexa Add to compare Amazon Photo Gallery 1/1 Amazon Best Ring video doorbell for apartments Ring Peephole Cam Pros Perfect for apartments without doorbells Battery power makes for easy installation Two-way audio Field of view similar to doorbells Knock sensor Cons Made mostly for doors that have peepholes Subscription still locks some important features You don’t need to live in an apartment to use the Ring Peephole Cam, but it’s specially designed for people in apartments or those who don’t have room for a doorbell. It really can act as a digital doorway peephole in the traditional sense, but the real value comes from all the video doorbell features you get in such a compact package. Those features include a surprisingly large field of view for such a small device, two-way audio communication and motion detection with adjustable motion zones. The HD cam is battery powered with Ring’s quick-release battery, which makes installation especially easy. There’s even a feature that detects knocks if you’re not at home to hear them. ... Show more Get it now $130 at Amazon Specs & Configurations Field of view 155-degrees horizontal, 90 degrees vertical Video storage Via Ring Protect plan or locally with a Ring Alarm Pro system Object detection Person and package detection available only via Ring Protect Smart home support Amazon Alexa Learn more Ring Peephole Cam review Add to compare Ring video doorbells compared Best Ring Video Doorbells Ring Battery Doorbell Pro (2024) Ring Battery Doorbell (2025) Ring Wired Doorbell Pro 4K Ring Video Doorbell Wired Ring Peephole Cam Price $230 $100 $250 $50 $130 Resolution 1536p/HD+ 1440p 2K 1080p/HD 1080p/HD Power Battery or wired Battery Wired Wired Battery Night vision Color night vision Color Night Vision Low light and night vision Yes No Object recogniton Person and package with subscription only Person and package with subscription only Person and package plus Alexa Plus with subscription only Person and package with subscription only Storage options Subscription only via Ring Protect Subscription only via Ring Protect Subscription only via Ring Protect Subscription only via Ring Protect Subscription only via Ring Protect Voice assistant Amazon Alexa Amazon Alexa Amazon Alexa Amazon Alexa Amazon Alexa Review score N/A N/A N/A N/A 7.8/10 Factors to consider when choosing a Ring video doorbell Ring's motion zones help increase accuracy, among other benefits. CNET/Tyler Lacoma When you're looking for a video doorbell, the most important question isn't "Which one is best?" so much as "Which one is best for me?" All of Ring's video doorbells perform well -- and all of them come from the same company, with the same troubling history of facilitating video sharing with police. Not all of them will be ideal for you. Important Features Video doorbells should have key features like night vision, two-way audio and motion detection. Those are more or vital parts of this type of security camera. Then several other features are also very important for doorbell management, including object detection to spot alerts about packages, and video storage so you can keep the recorded clips rather than just relying on live views. Does it work with smart home platforms? If so, do the smart features work well together? Amazon’s Ring is an Alexa-focused brand, which is great for those who have Echos or Echo Shows that let them look through the doorbells’ live views. However, you won’t have other smart home compatibility here outside of Alexa apps or devices. Latency Latency is particularly important for video doorbells because you want the doorbell to detect movement quickly and alert you in a timely way so you can check the door or retrieve a package ASAP. Object recognition is good, but it can often slow down reaction times for the doorbell. Speedy recording and alerts are important for overall quality of life. Quality of the live view? Doorbells are often exposed to direct sunlight, but many others are installed under porches, near shady trees and in a variety of other settings. It's important that the camera has night vision and can handle any of these scenarios, so you don't get stuck with a nonfunctioning product that can't see faces under a porch. How we test Ring video doorbells Have an apartment? Ring's Peephole model still allows you to protect your front door. Ring Testing to determine the best of the best in video doorbells is similar to how we test any other home security camera. For this article, we went through setup, installation and performance of multiple Ring video doorbell models. That included many experiments to see how motion detection and object recognition work, as well as evening tests to experiment with the night-vision features. We also put features like two-way audio to the test to check on clarity, and review video clips to see how storage and retrieval work, among other factors. Placement and installation for video doorbell cameras Unlike other home security cameras, placement for video doorbells is very limited. You can place it where your previous doorbell was located or pick a side of your door. Too far away from your door and the video doorbell loses much of its usefulness. You'll also need to follow the height direction. For most video doorbells including Ring, that means placing the doorbell about four feet from the base of the door so it gets a good view of people and packages alike. Best Home Security Systems of 2025 See at CNET What we're currently testing Ring's latest new 2K and 4K doorbells are in the pre-order stage. We're excited to test them out, and specifically try out features that will be rolling out in the upcoming months, like automatic greetings now powered by the new Alexa Plus, and Search Party in the Ring app for locating pets. What's new in the video doorbell industry? Joseph Maldonado/CNET Right now it's all about AI, so it's no surprise that while Ring's newest doorbells have made sizable resolution upgrades, everyone has eyes on what their advanced software can do. For Ring, that means its new video description, which use AI recognition to recognize objects in video clips and describe what's going on, so you get a brief summary (a man in a white shirt put down a brown package, etc.) instead of needing to watch the whole clip to learn what went on. While Ring's new Search Party option sounds like a fun way to find lost pets, we're still thinking of ways to test it when it releases. I'm especially excited about the new Alexa Plus greetings -- the age of holding full conversations with a robot doorbell are quickly approaching.