Our quick take
Ring Video Doorbell Pro Hardwired - 4.5 / 5
Which Ring Doorbell should I choose?
Ring Pro: Installation
- Box includes: Ring Doorbell, Plug-in Chime (ringer), RCD transformer, screwdriver, drill bit Requires professional installation, as hardwires into mains power
Ring Pro: Design
- Dimensions (doorbell): 114.3 x 46.7 x 20.3mm Included faceplates: Satin Nickel, Cream, Venetian, Black
Ring Pro: Features
- Live View at any time Customisable motion zones Rich notifications (picture alerts) Two-way audio with noise cancellation Dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz b/g/n Wi-Fi
Ring Pro: Camera quality and capture
- Viewing angle: 160 degrees horizontal, 84 degrees vertical Capture/recording resolution: 1080p / Full HD Infrared Night Vision and Live View 24/7 full time snapshot capture
Ring Protect subscription costs
- Ring Protect Plan 30 day trial included Ring Protect Basic covers one device for $3/£2.50 a month Ring Protect Plus covers multiple devices for $10/£8 a month Functions as a video doorbell without subscription - but minus recordings/history
To recap
Once you’ve got over the hurdle of getting this video doorbell installed by a professional, it more than pays its worth back. With no battery powered bother to hold it back, it’s always available - in great quality, too - with a bunch of useful notifications and features that make it the king of video doorbells.