The Ring Wired Doorbell Pro delivers exceptional 4K clarity, smart AI-powered alerts, and dependable performance, making it a standout choice for premium front door security.
One of seven new Ring cameras to feature the company’s Retinal 4K video technology, the Ring Wired Doorbell Pro delivers highly detailed video, up to 10x zoom, and better-than-average low-light color video. It also uses Ring IQ technology to provide AI-generated event descriptions, and works with Alexa voice commands and IFTTT applets. That said, at $249.99, it’s one of the more expensive video doorbells we’ve tested, and you’ll have to pay even more for a subscription to unlock some features and view recorded video. For less than half the price, the $99.99 TP-Link Tapo D225 offers sharp 2K video, as well as both cloud and local video storage—so you can go subscription-free—and works with a wider range of third-party devices, making it our Editors’ Choice for most people. If you already use other Ring devices and want a doorbell that provides incredibly sharp 4K video, however, the Ring Wired Doorbell Pro is easy to recommend.Design and Features: A Two-Tone Look, 4K Resolution, AI Smarts
The Wired Doorbell Pro requires a standard 16/24V AC doorbell wire transformer for power, but Ring recommends using a 30V/40A transformer for optimal performance. It includes a straight mounting bracket, a wedge mounting bracket, installation hardware, terminal wires and wire nuts, a Chime Kit Mini that can be connected to your existing chime box, a tool for removing the doorbell from its mount, and a quick-start guide.
Like most other Ring doorbells, the Wired Doorbell Pro features a two-tone finish, but its rounded edges and silver trim give it a sleeker appearance than earlier models. It measures 5.4 by 1.9 by 1.0 inches (HWD) and comes with an interchangeable faceplate in gray (Deep Silver). For an extra $10, you can order it with a blue (Polished Night Navy), brown (Polished Mocha), or gold (Polished Sandstone) faceplate instead.
The top part of the doorbell houses the camera assembly, a microphone, an ambient light sensor, and four IR LEDs for black-and-white night vision. The lower section features a doorbell button and an LED light ring that spins blue when the button is pressed, remains solid white when the doorbell is idle, and spins white while in setup mode. Solid blue indicates a video in progress, and flashing white indicates a connection error. There are speakers on both sides of the enclosure.
The doorbell offers dual-band Wi-Fi, allowing you to connect to either 2.4GHz or 5GHz networks. It works with Alexa voice commands and integrates with scores of third-party devices using IFTTT applets, but it doesn’t support Apple HomeKit or Google Assistant. The TP-Link Tapo D225 Video Doorbell Camera, by comparison, works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and IFTTT, but also lacks HomeKit support. Arlo recently announced that its second-generation Video Doorbell (starting at $79.99 for 1080p resolution) can work with HomeKit when paired with a compatible Arlo SmartHub or Base Station, sold separately. Otherwise, for HomeKit support, you’ll need to look at something pricier, such as the $399.99 Eufy FamiLock S3 Max, which combines a smart lock and 2K video doorbell in one.
Like the Ring Outdoor Cam Pro ($199.99), the Wired Doorbell Pro utilizes Ring’s Retinal 4K technology, which provides 4K video resolution, a 140-degree horizontal field of view with a 1:1 aspect ratio, and 10x enhanced digital zoom to see small details like a logo or name tag on someone’s shirt.
