Ring Doorbell

[Flat Eric]

We've had a Ring Doorbell Plus since black Friday event. I must admit, I was expecting a bit more from it.
It's a bit laggy with notifications like said above.
Footage quality etc is spot on. I have tweaked the motion detection settings a bit but it's not improved it massively.

I think I'm expecting full on security camera from it when it's just a video doorbell. I will look into investing in some of the ring cameras when next on offer

 

[leeds2592]

Hi wides the dish eye? Can it see @leeds2592 when he comes over?

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Don’t you start, buffet legs 😡

 

[Oggy997]

Motion detect on all these products, eufy, ring, blink etc is f**king gash, I've been through them all and the best was some cheap Chinese tat.

It was the only one that also would continuously record (to offset any s**t motion detect) - but the Chinese government had a back door to my network, so I swapped it out.
That and it started corrupting sd cards.

I've found despite having a smart doorbell, I just view who it is maybe 2/10 times and actually converse with them maybe 1/30.

Biggest waste of money I've ever ventured down.

 

[Willo40]

Motion detect on all these products, eufy, ring, blink etc is f**king gash, I've been through them all and the best was some cheap Chinese tat.

It was the only one that also would continuously record (to offset any s**t motion detect) - but the Chinese government had a back door to my network, so I swapped it out.
That and it started corrupting sd cards.

I've found despite having a smart doorbell, I just view who it is maybe 2/10 times and actually converse with them maybe 1/30.

Biggest waste of money I've ever ventured down.

I need something mate, if the c***s are coming back i wanr to know.

 

[Robbie Corbett]

Others do this too but I went with the TP link as I was buying cameras at the same time. Their cameras connect to the same hub and use the same app so notification come from doorbell plus two cameras. Once you start adding cameras some subscriptions can start costing a bit.

Setup couldn't have been easier. If they got in through your back door you might want a camera there too? They also do internal cameras with pan/tilt/motion tracking.

One of the issues with the other brands which made up my mind to try out TP link was that the others connect straight to your wifi, if there is a lot of wifi noise where you are (lots of neighbours etc), like me and I reckon Oggy above then the notifications/recording can be delayed a fair bit. The TP link used a lower frequency uncluttered frequency band and hence has its own hub, the hub then connects to the net via ethernet cable or wifi. I have it next to my router to use ethernet.

I get no delay in notifications and/or recordings beyond 1-2s. The hub doorbell chime is instant.

At somepoint I will do it all again and use a dedicated CCTV system much like I believe Dan has as these let you record continuously ensuring that if something is done to your property you can go back through the recording and always find it while any IP cam you are reliant on it waking up to record an event. My experience with them is that they wake up reliably but unless your settings are right they stop recording too soon or miss the first few seconds.. i suspect that will be true of all of them.

 

[Oggy997]

I have a similar setup now, bobbo, a eufy one, the motion detection is horrendous, but they all are so I gave up.

Got the eufycam with a doorbell on top, it has the homebase thingy for local storage and reduced latency etc.
It's cost a small fortune and it's all a bit s**t still, but I'm tired of it.

I'm more concerned about the eufycam than the doorbell though, in all fairness. The doorbell is usually just DPD telling me they can't deliver to a neighbour and they'll retry tomorrow when I'm not in.

 

[MatthewR]

I have a similar setup now, bobbo, a eufy one, the motion detection is horrendous, but they all are so I gave up.

Got the eufycam with a doorbell on top, it has the homebase thingy for local storage and reduced latency etc.
It's cost a small fortune and it's all a bit s**t still, but I'm tired of it.

I'm more concerned about the eufycam than the doorbell though, in all fairness. The doorbell is usually just DPD telling me they can't deliver to a neighbour and they'll retry tomorrow when I'm not in.

I returned my Eufy cam which I bought recently, it suggested 180 days but even when really reducing everything down to bare minimum best I could get was 8 days!

Gone to a reolink cam which again is ABIT s**t as not wired but does come with a free solar panel and does the job for the area I'm now in which is relatively crime free.

 

[Oggy997]

Eufy will do 180 days, if it detects nothing.
My spare cam is still in the box running since September.

Its quoted the same life as the doorbell

 

[davo172]

Eufy all day long had mine years also camera never have any notification issues at all would say that has more to do with your WiFi than the bell itself battery lasts months no false alerts.

Solid build quality too

Ring are pretty w**k lmo footage is s**t looks like they cost 2.95 to manufacturer!

 

[dann2707]

At somepoint I will do it all again and use a dedicated CCTV system much like I believe Dan has as these let you record continuously ensuring that if something is done to your property you can go back through the recording and always find it

Aye!
This is recording 24/7 with 4 cameras and I go back to the start of November for footage which is great. All thanks to the kindness of @Krarl providing me with some hdds!

I wouldn't trust one of these cameras for anything security wise really, for me it's more to speak to delivery drivers

 

[Willo40]

Eufy all day long had mine years also camera never have any notification issues at all would say that has more to do with your WiFi than the bell itself battery lasts months no false alerts.

Solid build quality too

Ring are pretty w**k lmo footage is s**t looks like they cost 2.95 to manufacturer!

Got a Eufy, decent bit of kit, cheers for the heads up mate. Not sure if you have one, but i got one of the Eufy entry sensors as well to put on the conservatory door, links into the system so tells me when the door opens and when it closes, but you can also sound the alarm on the home base if you want, so kind of acts like a house alarm, only cheap as well.

Entry Sensor

2-YEAR BATTERY LIFE: One CR-123A battery provides monitoring for 730 days. FOR DOORS AND WINDOWS: Small and compact design fits onto any door or window frame. 100-DECIBEL SIREN: If a forced entry is detected, a siren as loud as a jackhammer will be triggered on HomeBase, and you’ll be notified...

uk.eufy.com

 

[MatthewR]

Got a Eufy, decent bit of kit, cheers for the heads up mate. Not sure if you have one, but i got one of the Eufy entry sensors as well to put on the conservatory door, links into the system so tells me when the door opens and when it closes, but you can also sound the alarm on the home base if you want, so kind of acts like a house alarm, only cheap as well.

Entry Sensor

2-YEAR BATTERY LIFE: One CR-123A battery provides monitoring for 730 days. FOR DOORS AND WINDOWS: Small and compact design fits onto any door or window frame. 100-DECIBEL SIREN: If a forced entry is detected, a siren as loud as a jackhammer will be triggered on HomeBase, and you’ll be notified...

uk.eufy.com

Good idea that, might get one for the conservatory, garage, and bifolds at the rear!

I believe you can also get PRI room sensors for them too

 

[jonno_c]

Is there any reason as to why the Ring doorbell is a tad selective on what it records/ and when?

We've had it a few times, when people have come onto the drive to pick things up, and it's not even triggered their movement.

Had one the other day, where a courier turned up at about 5.30am to drop off a parcel - left it at the front of the house, 3 ft from the Ring Doorbell, and it didn't even record it?!

 

[davo172]

Is there any reason as to why the Ring doorbell is a tad selective on what it records/ and when?

We've had it a few times, when people have come onto the drive to pick things up, and it's not even triggered their movement.

Had one the other day, where a courier turned up at about 5.30am to drop off a parcel - left it at the front of the house, 3 ft from the Ring Doorbell, and it didn't even record it?!

Could be you wi-fi connection.

 

[jonno_c]

Could be you wi-fi connection.

It's about 8ft from the router?!!

 

[davo172]

It's about 8ft from the router?!!

Get a eufy😉

 

[jonno_c]

Get a eufy😉

I'm tempted for their camera set up tbh. Can you have separate cameras running off different networks? We have the garage with it's own TP Link box, so that's a different router than the house. Presume it must be do able. I don't like the faff of hard wiring them all in, however I know that's the best possible solution for decent images/recording etc.

 

[dann2707]

Is there any reason as to why the Ring doorbell is a tad selective on what it records/ and when?

We've had it a few times, when people have come onto the drive to pick things up, and it's not even triggered their movement.

Had one the other day, where a courier turned up at about 5.30am to drop off a parcel - left it at the front of the house, 3 ft from the Ring Doorbell, and it didn't even record it?!

My cameras did that last week twice in a row not detecting Sam leaving and coming home from work. I think it was what she was wearing! Wonder if it's a sensitivity setting, which is what I believe mine is to do with

 

[Sir Nancy Flowers]

Anyone else got the Ring Spotlight cams? Big-ish square thing?

Bought one to sit over the driveway to keep an eye on the cars etc. Good thing I did as my neighbour cant drive/park for toffee.

Had the first one for about 4 months before it started to throw a fit and not work. Got it replaced by Ring.

Exactly the same thing has happened again!

 

[rctempire]

Anyone had the email about the subscription going up?
Ring Protect Basic - £34.99 per year to £49.99 per year from 11th March 2024.

42.9% increase.

 

[Sash]

Anyone had the email about the subscription going up?
Ring Protect Basic - £34.99 per year to £49.99 per year from 11th March 2024.

42.9% increase.

Yep, thought it was rather a big jump to be quite honest.

 

[Marc.]

Yeah, saw that - massive pisstake tbh

 

[Rich-D]

Subscription free Eufy FTW

 

[Simon_16v]

I use mine through Homebridge, so the doorbell shows up in the Home app etc, the other benefit being it tricks the app into thinking it's Homekit Secure, so free recording. Although I've still found it to be hit and miss so will probably change to Eufy like all the other recommendations 😅

 

[davo172]

Subscription free Eufy FTW

This is the way!

 

[Rob]

Tbh the detection on ring is shocking… enough to make me think about changing out

 

[Simon_16v]

Tbh the detection on ring is shocking… enough to make me think about changing out

I've found mine to be hit or miss recently too

 

[Advikaz]

Anyone had the email about the subscription going up?
Ring Protect Basic - £34.99 per year to £49.99 per year from 11th March 2024.

42.9% increase.

It has essentially gone up 100% in two years lol

Pure pisstaking

 

[Advikaz]

Tbh the detection on ring is shocking… enough to make me think about changing out

Defo this. Mines pretty shite tbh

 

[rctempire]

Got a top tip, try the below.!!

How to cancel a subscription on Ring.com

• Log in to your account on Ring.com
• On the top menu, click Protect Plan.
• Find the plan you want to cancel and click Cancel Plan.
• Click Continue.
• Select whether you want to cancel the plan immediately or at the end of the billing cycle.
• Click Cancel Ring Protect.

Resubscribe on the Annual Plan before 11th March and you will have 12 months at the original price £34.99.

Enjoy.

 

[Sash]

Got a top tip, try the below.!!



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How to cancel a subscription on Ring.com

• Log in to your account on Ring.com
• On the top menu, click Protect Plan.
• Find the plan you want to cancel and click Cancel Plan.
• Click Continue.
• Select whether you want to cancel the plan immediately or at the end of the billing cycle.
• Click Cancel Ring Protect.

Resubscribe on the Annual Plan before 11th March and you will have 12 months at the original price £34.99.

Enjoy.

That’s good if you pay monthly but what if you’ve paid the whole year which runs out in November 🤦🏼‍♀️ asking for a friend.

 

[davo172]

If anyone wants eufy pm me for a referral code for

Got a top tip, try the below.!!



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How to cancel a subscription on Ring.com

• Log in to your account on Ring.com
• On the top menu, click Protect Plan.
• Find the plan you want to cancel and click Cancel Plan.
• Click Continue.
• Select whether you want to cancel the plan immediately or at the end of the billing cycle.
• Click Cancel Ring Protect.

Resubscribe on the Annual Plan before 11th March and you will have 12 months at the original price £34.99.

Enjoy.

Better still get a eufy and pay no subs at all and get better products

 

[rctempire]

That’s good if you pay monthly but what if you’ve paid the whole year which runs out in November 🤦🏼‍♀️ asking for a friend.

Cancel now. You'll get a partial refund for the full months left.

 

[rctempire]

Anyone wishing to change brand?
eufy Security Wi-Fi Video Doorbell, 2K Resolution, No Monthly Fees, Local Storage, Human Detection, Wireless Chime Requires Existing Doorbell Wires and Installation Experience, 16-24 VAC, 30 VA

£69.99

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07TM8Y291/?tag=cliospnet01-21

 

[Virtual_Unknown]

Has anyone installed a wired Ring doorbell themselves off their existing doorbell wiring? Is it easy to do?

And, is the Video Doorbell Pro 2 worth the money over the standard versions?

 

[davo172]

Has anyone installed a wired Ring doorbell themselves off their existing doorbell wiring? Is it easy to do?

And, is the Video Doorbell Pro 2 worth the money over the standard versions?

How much is it? look like they cost £2.60 to make imo

 

[rctempire]

Has anyone installed a wired Ring doorbell themselves off their existing doorbell wiring? Is it easy to do?

And, is the Video Doorbell Pro 2 worth the money over the standard versions?

Its two wires that are 12v. So pretty simple to do if you are doing the mains wired option.

 

[Sir Nancy Flowers]

Im getting properly fucked off with Ring now.

We have a few cameras at our place, a couple from a previous address. All working dandy, never had an issue.

I have a big Spotlight camera out the front which, when it works, is ace. Night vision and the floodlight comes on when anyone walks past. Handy to cover the driveway and garage all in one.

Im on my 4th device now in under 10 months. Every time it dies and they replace it. Fine. But 4 times?!

I called them last night as it died a couple of days ago and their suggestion? I called an electrician. I understand the logic, but ive tested that socket and its fine. Ive been running my doorbell off it for the last 2 days without fault.

So I call them back today and have another very polite moan up about it. Now ive got to send a picture of it plugged in?! Honestly, im beginning to lose patience with this lot rapidly.

 

[rctempire]

eufy Security Video Doorbell E340 Dual Cameras with Delivery Guard, 2K Full HD Wireless Video Doorbell Camera, Wired or Battery Powered, Color Night Vision, Expandable Local Storage, No Monthly Fee

On Sale on amazon - £116

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CF8RPX5M/?tag=cliospnet01-21

 

[Willo40]

eufy Security Video Doorbell E340 Dual Cameras with Delivery Guard, 2K Full HD Wireless Video Doorbell Camera, Wired or Battery Powered, Color Night Vision, Expandable Local Storage, No Monthly Fee

On Sale on amazon - £116

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CF8RPX5M/?tag=cliospnet01-21

We have the single camera version, it's decent.