1 / 7Ring Battery Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) 2K with Chime Plus
Ring Battery Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) 2K with Chime Plus pairs a battery-powered doorbell camera with an indoor chime. The listing claims Retinal 2K viewing, up to 6x zoom, motion alerts and two-way talk; the camera recharges by USB-C, while cloud recording requires a separate plan.
At a glance
- Listing claims Retinal 2K and a full head-to-toe view.
- Up to 6x Enhanced Zoom is claimed for viewing detail at a distance.
- Motion alerts and Live View with two-way talk are listed.
- Battery-powered DIY installation is described as requiring no wiring.
- The built-in battery recharges via USB-C after removing the doorbell from its mount.
- Chime Plus is listed as providing indoor alerts and a built-in night light.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Battery-powered installation avoids doorbell wiring, according to the listing.
- USB-C recharging and a removable design provide a stated way to recharge the built-in battery.
- Chime Plus is claimed to provide alerts inside the home, including for detected motion.
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing describes a Ring Protect plan, sold separately, as required for cloud recording; cloud storage is claimed for up to 180 days. Battery life, resolution measurements and zoom performance are not specified beyond the listing claims.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Buyers seeking a battery-powered doorbell camera with motion notifications and two-way talk.
- Homes where an indoor chime and Alexa-device notifications are useful.
Less suited to
- Buyers who require cloud recording without a separate Ring Protect plan.
- Buyers who need a stated battery runtime or independently verified image performance.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The supplied rating is 5.0 out of 5 from one rating, with 100% shown as five-star. That very small aggregate provides little basis for judging reliability, image quality or long-term battery performance; consider the stated USB-C charging and separate-plan requirement when assessing fit.
Frequently asked questions
Does this doorbell need wiring?
The listing describes DIY installation with no wiring required and says the built-in battery recharges via USB-C.
Is cloud recording included?
No plan is identified as included. The listing says a Ring Protect plan is sold separately and is needed for cloud recording.
What does Chime Plus add?
The listing describes Chime Plus as providing alerts inside the home and a built-in night light.
