Video Doorbell Wired
RingReleased Mar 1, 2021 · Analysis updated Sep 21, 2026
A compact, budget-friendly video doorbell with good video quality that works with Alexa and is easy to use. The Ring Video Doorbell Wired scores 79/100 based on 11 expert reviews in the smart doorbells category. Coverage includes reviews from Digital Trends, CNET, Trusted Reviews, and TechRadar.
Critic Score
What's this?based on 11 expert reviews
Critics are split: our scores run from 70 (PCMag) to 90 (Digital Trends) — a 20-point spread.
Average of 11 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score
Pros
- Budget friendly(7)
- Good video quality(5)
- Easy to use(4)
- Works with Alexa(4)
- Compact design(3)
Cons
- Bypasses wired chime(4)
- Subscription required(3)
- Narrow field of view(2)
- Requires wiring(2)
11 Publication Reviews
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This is the best value in the video doorbell space, period.
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Ring's new $60 Video Doorbell Wired may well be the best value in a video doorbell on the market.
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Offering quite amazing value for money, the Ring Video Doorbell Wired delivers all of the features of the original Pro model but for a fraction of the price.
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The Ring Video Doorbell Wired is one of the most affordable smart doorbells on the market, offering clear audio and video in a compact design, though it requires wiring and a subscription for full fun...
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An affordable smart doorbell that will suit homeowners with an existing doorbell setup, the Ring Video Doorbell Wired is a brilliant option for those who don't want to spend $100+, but lacks some feat...
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Compact and smart, the Ring Video Doorbell Wired is a good-looking video doorbell that delivers clear footage and plenty of features for a reasonable price, though the wired installation and separate ...
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A low price tag and entry into the increasingly broad Ring smart home ecosystem are the biggest selling points for Ring's budget-priced video doorbell.
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The Ring Video Doorbell Wired is the company's least expensive doorbell, costing just $50 by itself or $70 with a plug-in Ring Chime, and it performs well in tests with strong data security and video ...
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The Ring Video Doorbell Wired is a small and inexpensive video doorbell—but there’s a catch.
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