Who is it right for?
- Small properties
Provider overview
Ring is one of the top brands in smart home security, known for their innovative doorbell cameras. They offer three different home security packages with options for small, medium, and large homes. The small package may not be suitable for larger homes as it only includes one contact sensor. Ring gives you the choice of self- or professional monitoring, and you can customize the packages to fit your needs.
We picked Ring’s Small Alarm and Indoor Camera Pack as the best system for DIY installation because of its easy self-adhesive devices and helpful instruction videos. Installation takes about thirty minutes, and you can choose to mount the devices with adhesive strips or screws. Ring also offers a professional installation service through Amazon.
What’s in the package?
The Alarm and Indoor Camera Pack includes five pieces of equipment to monitor the inside of your home. All devices connect to the Base Station, which needs to be plugged in and connected to wifi. The pack includes a wall-mounted motion detector, a contact sensor for doors or windows, and a keypad for arming and disarming the system.
The Ring Indoor Camera provides full HD video quality, live view, night vision, and two-way audio. It also has motion detection and customizable privacy settings.
We love the range extender in this package, which boosts the signal from the Base Station to reach components that are far away.
App and monitoring
The system works seamlessly with the Ring mobile app, allowing you to monitor and control your security system remotely. With a Ring Protect Plus subscription, you get 24/7 Assisted Monitoring and alerts to your emergency contacts if the alarm is triggered. The system also integrates with smart home ecosystems like Amazon Alexa and Amazon Echo.
Our verdict
The Ring Alarm system is a user-friendly, customizable home security solution for small properties. With optional subscription services and additional Ring devices, you can tailor the system to fit your specific needs. However, if you have a larger home, it may be more cost-effective to purchase a more extensive system from the start.
Read our full Ring home security review.