Let’s be real for a second—porch piracy is getting out of hand. Between Amazon packages sitting outside all day and random knocks at odd hours, I just wanted some peace of mind for my home.
So, I finally jumped on the trend and grabbed the Ring Battery Video Doorbell. Since it’s all over social media, I wanted to see if it’s actually worth it or just good marketing.
Here is my honest experience after using it.
What I Actually Loved About It:
- The Package View is Amazing: Older doorbells only showed people from the chest up. This one gives you a full head-to-toe view. I can literally look down and check if my Amazon boxes are safe on the porch floor.
- Super Easy 5-Minute Setup: I am not an electrician, and honestly, I hate wires. Since this runs on a battery, I just screwed it to my door frame, connected it to my phone, and it was ready.
- The Video is Crisp: The 1440p HD quality is super clear. Even at night, it doesn’t give you that creepy black-and-white ghost view; it actually shows things in color.
A Few Things to Keep in Mind:
- You Have to Charge It: It runs on a battery, so depending on how much traffic your street gets, you will need to take it down and charge it every few months.
- The Subscription: To save your recorded videos and look back at them, you do need the basic Ring monthly plan (it’s only a few bucks, but good to know beforehand).
The Verdict
Honestly? It’s a total game-changer for home safety. It feels amazing to know exactly who is outside before I even open the door. If you want to make your home feel a little more secure and high-tech, it’s 100% worth it.
If you want to grab one for your own porch, you can check it out directly on Amazon here: