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Ring Battery Video Doorbell 2K

Battery Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) · RRP £79.99 when researched on 5 November 2026 (may have changed — see the shop prices below)

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Our verdict

The cheapest way into a 2K battery video doorbell from a big brand, but you will want a Ring plan to keep any recordings.

Best for: A low upfront price, if you are happy to pay for recordings.

Will it suit my home?

No wiring needed (battery)Rings your existing chime (check)Recordings without a subscription5 GHz Wi-FiRenter-friendly (check)

Runs on its built-in battery, recharged with USB-C, so no wiring is needed. It can be trickle-charged from existing doorbell wiring (8–24 V AC, 40 VA max) or a Ring solar accessory; your existing mechanical or digital chime only rings when it is wired in. Otherwise alerts go to your phone, or to a Ring Chime sold separately (Ring sells a bundle with Chime 3rd Gen for £99.99). Ring recommends at least 10 Mbps upload speed for 2K video.

Where to buy

  • Ring UK shop £79.99 · ViewIn stock · free delivery · price from manufacturer's own shop, checked 6 Nov 2026, 11:40
  • Argos £79.99 · ViewStock not stated · delivery not stated · price from retailer page, checked 6 Nov 2026, 11:40

Prices as shown by the shop to UK consumers, normally including VAT. Prices can change. Delivery is the shop's stated standard UK charge for this item ordered on its own. Sorted by price, not commission. None of these links earn COMANORA money.

How we assessed this:researched from manufacturer documentation, installation manuals and UK pricing. Not hands-on tested. Our method

Key facts

Manufacturer's RRP (researched 5 November 2026)£79.99
SubscriptionRing Solo: £49.99/year (optional) — £4.99 a month or £49.99 a year per device. Live view, two-way talk and alerts work without it; saving and replaying recordings needs a plan. 30-day free trial.
3-year cost with the optional Ring Solo plan (at RRP, researched 5 November 2026)£229.96
3-year cost (RRP + required subscription, researched 5 November 2026)£79.99
Powerbattery
InstallationDIY
Works withNot stated on the official product page
VideoRetinal 2K (1920 × 1920), up to 6× zoom
Field of view140° horizontal × 140° vertical (173° diagonal)
Night visionInfrared, illumination up to 6 m
Wi-FiWi-Fi 4, 2.4 GHz only
PowerBuilt-in rechargeable battery (USB-C); optional 8–24 V AC trickle charge
WeatherWeather resistant (IPX), −20.5 °C to 48.5 °C
Dimensions5.36 × 14.68 × 3.58 cm
Warranty1-year limited warranty including theft protection
Security updatesAt least 4 years after purchase from Ring

Features

  • Retinal 2K video with up to 6× zoom
  • Head-to-toe 140° × 140° view
  • Live view and two-way talk
  • Motion detection with alerts
  • Infrared night vision

Pros and cons

  • Low upfront price (£79.99)
  • No wiring needed
  • Tall head-to-toe view
  • Recordings need Ring Solo (£49.99 a year)
  • 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only
  • Existing chime only rings when wired in
  • 1-year warranty

Installation: what UK buyers need to know

Runs on its built-in battery, recharged with USB-C, so no wiring is needed. It can be trickle-charged from existing doorbell wiring (8–24 V AC, 40 VA max) or a Ring solar accessory; your existing mechanical or digital chime only rings when it is wired in. Otherwise alerts go to your phone, or to a Ring Chime sold separately (Ring sells a bundle with Chime 3rd Gen for £99.99). Ring recommends at least 10 Mbps upload speed for 2K video. If the installation needs new mains wiring or a new transformer, use a qualified electrician.

What the manufacturer claims

These are the manufacturer's own claims. COMANORA has not verified them; your results will depend on your home.

  • Ring says installation takes about 10 minutes (manufacturer claim).

Alternatives

Ring Battery Video Doorbell 2K vs eufy Video Doorbell E340

Head-to-head comparison

eufy Video Doorbell E340 (Battery Powered)

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Google Nest Doorbell (battery)

Google Home households who want some video history without paying monthly.

Ring Battery Video Doorbell 2K Plus

Battery doorbells where you want to swap the battery instead of taking the doorbell down.

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