Ring Video Doorbell 4
A 1080p HD video doorbell with the unique Pre-Roll Video Preview feature that captures 4 seconds of black-and-white video before the motion event triggers, so you see what led up to the alert. Colour night vision provides clear footage after dark, and quick replies let you respond to visitors with pre-set messages even when you can't talk. Runs on a rechargeable battery (6-12 months) or hardwired to existing doorbell wiring. The 160-degree field of view captures visitors from head to toe, and Alexa integration sends alerts to Echo devices.
Read on Celmin Magazine →Pros
- + Pre-Roll video preview
- + Battery or hardwired
- + Color night vision
- + Quick replies
- + Alexa integration
Cons
- - Requires Ring subscription for history
- - 1080p only
- - WiFi dependent
Key Specs
- Dimensions
- 12.8 x 6.2 x 2.8 cm
- Weight
- 209g
- Video
- 1080p HD
- FOV
- 160 degrees
- Night Vision
- Color
- Power
- Battery or hardwired
Our Verdict
A solid video doorbell with the unique Pre-Roll feature that captures 4 seconds before motion is detected. The subscription requirement for video history is the main drawback.
Best For
Amazon/Alexa households who want a reliable video doorbell with the flexibility of battery or hardwired installation.
How It Compares
| Spec | Ring Video Doorbell 4 | August WiFi Smart Lock (4th Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$270 | C$315 |
| Video | 1080p HD | — |
| FOV | 160 degrees | — |
| Night Vision | Color | — |
| Power | Battery or hardwired | — |
| Lock Type | — | Retrofit deadbolt |
| Connectivity | — | WiFi, Bluetooth |
| Battery | — | CR123A (6 months) |
| Compatible | — | Alexa, Google, HomeKit |
