I purchased a Ring doorbell from Amazon but it's now nearly 40% cheaper
Once the decision had been made, I could not wait to hear that familiar chime and join the happy throng of folk who can answer their doorbell while standing in the queue at Sainsbury's. While we might be late to the party with the whole Ring doorbell thing, I felt I needed to order straight away.
Looking on Amazon I found the holy grail of video doorbell chic - a non-wired, battery powered unit that could be installed in a jiffy complete with a internal unit that sends out those magnificent chimes. The Ring Battery Video Doorbell Pro + Chime was promptly ordered an delivered next day, but despite the initial thrill, I quickly realised why I should have waited - because it's now a lot cheaper to buy.
The highly anticipated Amazon Prime Day deals are currently live, running until Friday, July 11, at 11:59 pm. Offering up to 70% off thousands of products across all departments, including tech, Amazon Prime members could save a small fortune of lots of different things.
The Ring Battery Video Doorbell Pro + Chime is a really good example of an excellent Amazon deal. Now with 39% off - the doorbell and indoor speaker set has been reduced from £229.98 to £139.99 - which is precisely £89.99 less than we paid.
While it is true that had we waited, we would have saved money, the Ring has still been a big hit. The wire-free doorbell is designed for quick and simple installation, with most users like us able to get it up and running in just a few minutes. It delivers 1440p HD colour video with night vision, so we can clearly see who is outside, during the day or night.
The Ring Video Doorbell bundle has £89.99 off RRP and requirements no installation
I must admit, I found the camera much clearer than I thought it would be, and the expanded view of 1536p HD Video lets you see more of whoever stops by. It also features 3D motion detection and bird's eye zones that pinpoints when and where a motion event begins in an aerial map view.
With HD live view and two-way talk, you can speak to people in real time, which is a life saver for communicating with delivery drivers, neighbours and other visitors while we are out.
The bundle that we purchased also comes with the Ring Chime. The plug-in device connects to existing Ring Doorbells and Cams to deliver real-time audio alerts when motion is detected or the doorbell is pressed. It plugs into a standard power socket, connects via Wi-Fi and features customised chime tones, volume and modes through the Ring app.
No matter the upfront price of the doorbell, it is worth noting that Ring devices require a monthly subscription for full functionality, starting from £4.99 per month.
For buyers who would prefer to skip the ongoing cost, the Tapo C500 1080p Full HD Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Camera reduced from £69.99 to £34. It boasts over 20,000 reviews and is praised for its strong battery life and traditional, security camera style simple setup that doesn't require a subscription.
Alternatively the Blink Video Doorbell is another strong option for doorbell security. With 45% off for Amazon Prime Day, prices start from £27.54 for the camera only option that buyers have called "easy to set up" and "great value for money."
Shoppers who can't wait for delivery, can save 20% on the Arlo Essential 4-in-1 2K Smart Video Doorbell & Chime at Argos. Now £169.99, the 2k video package is similar to Ring with night vision, 4-6 months battery life and a plug in chime, as well as cloud storage and saved video library with subscription.
Amazon shoppers who have also invested in the Ring Doorbell setup like we did have given it a 4.3 out of five-star rating. One buyer who was a little less impulsive than me, said: "I am so happy with this Ring Doorbell. Just what I needed, was just waiting for it to go down in price before buying and it did, It Is better than expected. The pictures are very clear. Very simple to set up. Highly Recommend."
Another added: "Absolutely love the Ring Battery Video Doorbell Pro! From the moment I installed it (which was super easy and took less than 10 minutes), I could see a huge difference in the quality and performance compared to previous models. The video is incredibly clear, even at night, and the two-way audio is crisp and responsive."
Another said: "This model is a game changer for home security."
Not all buyers where quite so impressed however. One disappointed shopper left a three-star review that said: "Good picture and sound but minimum £50 a year for contract to make it marginally better than a cheaper video doorbell. Had to buy an extra battery for continuous running. Battery life is only mediocre in comparison to other batteries in today's market."
Overall, most Amazon shoppers seem to be just as impressed with it as we are. Another five-star review added: "I love my Ring doorbell. I want another front door so I can get another Ring door bell. Only joking but it is great."
Shoppers need to be Prime subscribers to take advantage of the very best doorbell deals and other bargains. So, if you don't have a membership, it's a good idea to sign up for a 30-day free trial here.
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