Ring Peephole Camera | Review, Unboxing, and Installation

[@lolimtrying]

I’m surprised more companies don’t have these for all of the people living in apartments.

[@LabelsandLove]

Exactly nest should come out with this

[@jm9371]

I live in a condo and would love one of these cameras. The problem is that many STRATAs do not allow aesthetic changes to anything outside of the suite. I wish this unit had all the hardware on the inside of the door.

[@mrtechie6810]

@@jm9371 How about a peephole IP camera like XMeye?

[@empresszaire2305]

Truly

[@Commander_HW]

Because most apt doesn't allow you to have a device that films the common areas. I've lived in 6 apt complex in the past 10 yrs and not a single one allowed it, although I've seen some people have it installed regardless.

[@joeybleu]

I literally got one because of this review! Easy installation and glad I got one, you never know these days!

[@lulusmb4680]

Do you mind sending a amazon link if you see one? I can’t seem to find one

[@ciaartin2221]

@joeylondonxo How are you liking the camera. I'm thinking about getting one too. Thank you!

[@janiecrites9886]

How long does the charge hold for the battery?

[@stanikzai1419]

@@janiecrites9886 1 week to 1 months

[@ShaReeMorris-w7h]

This would be perfect for my new apartment

[@supachaloopa3611]

Just ordered one as recommended by my lawyer, and it should be arriving tomorrow May 9, 2024. We'll see how it goes. Your video was very detailed and easy to understand. The only thing you forgot to mention was the battery pack (comes with 1 battery pack), and it takes awhile to charge, but is supposed to last up to 4 months. I was told most people order an extra battery pack, so I did, because when you change out the battery you will want another one fully charged and ready to go. Also, this item was discontinued in 2021, but has been brought back by RING in 2024.

[@sunsun4961]

The knock detection sold me on this! For anyone interested Target is currently having a deal on these, you get BOTH the ring peephole or doorbell + an echo dot for $60.94 total. Thats better than the amazon 2020 prime day deal.

[@jaydowwg8150]

Not great at searching this stuff I wonder if Target still has a deal like that ???

[@RatBass29]

Been back and forth on one of these for a while. They’re on sale for $79 right now so I picked one up because of your review. Thanks!

[@meandroblox699]

Where's the sale on?

[@jayethestar]

@@meandroblox699 on amazon its bck up plus it comes with a 3rd gen dot to

[@Jessi4JC]

My kid's cirriculum and Christmas present were both stolen today, so we definitely have a peephole camera on the way now. Thanks for helping me set it up.

[@adriennescott6831]

So glad you mentioned about the storm door. Our peephole has glass from the storm door in front of it - I didn't think about it messing up night vision. You just saved me money and time; thanks!

[@astig7135]

Yeah it be cool if they made this a little more discreet. Like instead of that obvious looking camera box on the outside design it so that it is inside your house and it's just look exactly like a normal peephole from the outside

[@matthewsalvador9783]

Also to keep in mind when the person damages the lens with scratches or whatever how much would it cost to replace the lens a warranty only goes so far.

[@billredding2000]

Yes, but it will act as a deterrent for most "suspects" so they don't even TRY to mess with your door or steal a package as they can clearly SEE there's a camera recording them. Consequently, the street/ghetto-trash might move on and look for an easier target -- like your neighbor who didn't have a camera? ;-) So that's something to think about... -- BR

[@astig7135]

Ahh that makes more sense

[@astig7135]

@@matthewsalvador9783 scratch proof. unpaintable. better material. Good point too, though. Can sneak from the side and flank it. But with wide camera that's not prob anymore i don't think

[@skymedia2119]

Would love for them to have a peep hole only version for indoor apartments.

[@MrEnglishman6969]

I have had one for 5 days now. I really like that I can check in any time and see what's going on. The sound is not the best but its more important to see whos at the door. I am happy with it so much so I have bought another one today for my back door to watch my garage. Simple to set up. mine has been running 5 days with a lot of use and battery is still on 94% a friend has one and says he is getting about 6 weeks before he needs to re charge. I have bought a spare battery as they are only £19.99 so can just swap them over when I need to charge a battery. I give the product 8 out of 10 so far

[@reginawaits9643]

Love this review! I wish that I would have watched this before I purchased it. It's a great product and it was an easy install however just as mentioned, if there is a screen/barrier door present, the motion sensor will not recognize or alert you of ANY activity until the screen door is opened. You can view/record live video outside your home but it won't catch the "porch pirates", inconsiderate delivery drivers or unwanted guests on camera😔. I'm renting a home so, didn't want to drill any holes and now I see that they have a "no drill" base so, I may try that. Thank you for your review!!

[@QueenByNature504]

Checking out review because amazon day lol

[@daveleaver5968]

We just bought a spy whole cam. I or we love it. As it fits in with our every day lifestyle. Thank you for sharing this video

[@marshellepayne4020]

Thanks! I just ordered one was skeptical because I’m a lady and wondered about getting it set up. This review really made it simple.

[@bobby6ixx785]

I'm definitely getting this...my amazon orders keep getting stolen....thanks for the review

[@will787p1]

Awesome video because of you I bought the camera. Amazon needs to pay you your commission for your review. Thanks!!

[@RockSteddie77]

Really good review thank you! Just picked one up my self. In regards to the footage review you didn't mention that you have to subscribe to their cloud plan as there is no local storage on the device.

[@windowstosoul5915]

How much is the subsciption?

[@dcwatashi]

He did mention something about the subscription and for the other person it’s $30 a year

[@dajar.0817]

We have one! Super easy installation, it was a Christmas gift to us, but is going to come in handy to catch the person letting their dog us #2 in front of our door/grassy area in the apt. complex I live in.

[@cji49]

Great info. and the kid talking in the background made it even better. Thanks.

[@Knight_Raider_]

Thanks for the review. Just picked one up on Amazon.

[@coachgirl82]

Yeah I just received mine today and installed it. SUPER easy to install and has a nice sleek look. I also got the RING CHIME SPEAKER too.

[@mytlee]

You didn't comment on the knock vibration detection. But on other videos, I've seen that it doesn't work 70% of the time.

[@oliviarinaldi5963]

Your assistant is beautiful! I am a new sub. I've just moved to my home in the mountains and don't have a peephole at all. I got a Ring and now know how easy it is to install. If only I can drill a straight hole lol.

[@JL-lk5pl]

One of the best reviews on this product...nice job! Just installed mines today and it does everything I expected. Definitely worth the buy especially at the current price of $79

[@bumtracksNew]

Hope it works, I just ordered the special - peephole cam plus charcoal 3rd gen dot. $79 plus sales tax. I have a cam out there now but changing batteries is painful with two tiny scews to open it every two months.

[@k88kee]

Thanks for the tip about this camera not working well with another door in front of it. I have an enclosed porch with a glass door so I'll avoid this thanks 😊

[@2009raindrop]

Thanks for this review. My only suggestion is that the installation description should start with charging the battery. The one that came with ours required 5 hours of charge before setup.

[@niathenurse]

I literally just purchased this on amazon today and it arrived today it was $141.17 cents. I love it! I am wondering if there is a better version of this ring doorbell? I am glad I got it! The only thing I am slightly worried about is the person that lives next to us front door is literally a foot away from ours and two other doors so there are four neighbors' doors all next to each other It is a little weird honestly but I hope none of the neighbors tampers with my ring doorbell. This is what I am worried about. Question: Do I have to keep the Wi-Fi turned on, on my cell phone while I am at work using this ring doorbell?

[@agustincaccuri]

Great video! Followed your steps perfectly. I have a screen in the door and it works fine and you can see with no problem.

[@raydibble]

Are spare batteries available?

[@CynthiaVicario]

Great review . Truly enjoying my RING and have to agree with your your recommendations . It’s a great quality product . 👍🏽

[@dabluox]

Great review. I received one for Christmas and I’m going to try and install today. Unfortunately I do have a security door so I’m not sure how this will work.

[@AllThingsSoul]

Thank you for this in-depth great review! Wondering if there will be a problem with condensation building up on the camera during the winter? Any experience with rain or condensation blocking the view?

[@NGHTNGLHS88]

I'm glad this is back on the market in the UK. It was removed before Christmas 2022. However it seems its only now available from Amazon direct. Im hoping this has all the same settings as the mini cam, turn infrared off for night colour option. Which works great if have glass in-between.

[@MrLORDMERRICK]

Make sure to start charging as soon as you get it because it can take almost two days

[@marianogoncalves18]

2 days?? Mine charges in 4 or 5hrs

[@sandrafreeman4060]

Great review! I’m sold

[@imranbecks]

The only downside to this is the subscription fee for it. No thanks. I installed the Eques Veiu Mini 2 instead, does what it's supposed to do and best of all, no subscription required 😊 Also I can charge the Eques without having to remove the device or battery from the door so security is never compromised.

[@billredding2000]

Same for a Eufy camera: No subscription and it has local storage, but you need their "HomeBase" unit for that (you can place it next to your WiFi/Home Network router). -- BR

[@1rbeaucha]

Cool item. Only concerned I have had 2 defected Ring doorbells. Just concerned with this quality

[@miloe1er]

Thanks for this video...you just sold me on it!

[@helloclm]

Excellent review, many thanks for your time.

[@lt5550]

Good review, but you did not show or explain the battery charge feature. How do you charge the battery and how often. Thanks.

[@dcwatashi]

It says in the manual but then if you haven’t purchased the item then you would not know. You have to charge it through an USB port and it takes forever

[@lt5550]

@@dcwatashi Thanks

[@dmxm6763]

Thank you for the review. It really did help me make the decision to buy.

[@wildbill8599]

great review, only question is will this display on my computer?

[@williamzapata6691]

Hi great video. I used it to quickly install the Ring Peephole Camera. I have problem with the Package View Faceplate I added. I don’t see the floor area, as shown in the ad for the face plate. Would appreciate comments/solution. Thanks

[@kenem123ify]

I bought one when it first came out. It's awesome. I connected it to my Alexa and she announces that someone is either knocking or ringing the bell to all the devices I chose to connect to it. Mine faces the street so I can see everything going on. I bought an extra battery to switch out when the battery is low. I wish it had another way to power it though. I have a window and outlet near the door and I could either plug it in or attach a solar panel to it. But other than that it's something people should look into. Btw I do have a screen door and it's not a big issue because my porch light is always on and the image is always clear.

[@ivanvelez7668]

Yes I def want to purchase this for my folks.

[@djgabedamoda]

Great review! Buying one for sure!

[@4WindsofChange]

Just got mine. So far so good 👍🏼

[@mena9252]

this was so helpful, thank you

[@liamreddin7766]

Nice video mate, you explained it really well thanks

[@Tetsuo_]

When in live view mode, is there any indication from the outside that live view is on? So for example, you want to see and hear who as at you’re front door 🚪 with live view and sound on, but you don’t want the people standing outside to be aware it’s on? Or is there a light that on the outside that gives away the fact that live view and sound are on? Thank you in advance for your help answering this!

[@niemanickurwa]

Did you find an answer to that?

[@Tetsuo_]

niemanic Not a very thorough one unfortunately. Seems like an obvious thing to test and show but none of the reviews mentions or show what the LEDs do in any given scenario, or use function unfortunately.

[@goshdangit4503]

@@Tetsuo_ Im sure that they are going to be aware no matter what that you are watching them, it is a pretty obvious camera

[@dcwatashi]

That’s a really good question but you would have to have a friend go outside and tell you if they see anything light up when you were in live mode

[@tanishar6031]

Just got one too. thanks for the video

[@jeanninedickerson1591]

Thanks for a great demonstration. We have been considering this camera for quite a while but are concerned about our beveled glass storm door affecting it. It is a clear glass door and might do fine but just hesitant to find out more info. Do you have any footage from a camera installed behind a clear beveled glass storm door? And you mentioned in the video it was motion sensor correct? Thanks

[@Baking_Baker]

Thanks for your great explanation and video. Cute kid too bud 😁

[@robheckman3773]

How often did you charge the batteries dude?

[@bryman31]

with the IR and having a glass door, i believe its possible to turn the IR off if you have a lit up porch and dont need the night vision feature to be enabled

[@stevejordan2575]

how long does it take to charge the Battery?

[@LiLy-mx2bk]

Thanks so much, very helpful video for the Ring peephole camera review and installation!

[@Noatification]

Got one because of your review also just now. Its also on sale for 79.99 with an echo dot as well.

[@pankildoshi289]

Hi. Do you mind sharing where you found that sale ? Thanks.

[@neodark45895]

Great review. How often do you have to change the batteries on the ring peephole now that you have used it for a while?

[@kandacedusek6473]

He never answered you?

[@neodark45895]

@@kandacedusek6473 guess not. I did end up buying it. It’s about every 2-3 months depending on traffic/usage. It’s definitely worth buying one more battery just so you always have one charged and ready to swap out. This camera was very easy to install and I can take it to my next house without having to worry about wires and other electrical complications. Overall it’s totally worth it

[@eddiek0507]

This seems to be a more secure way of fitting a doorbell camera. The wall mounted one that I have is ok but if someone was inclined to damage it, then they could. It can easily be pulled away from it's wall mount. This is something that I was not really keen on, but with this peephole fixing, it is a lot more secure... 🤔

[@cynthiahenry7201]

I have a Ring doorbell at my back door. I would like a 2nd one for the front door and I like the ease of the installation of the peephole. Can I control 2 devices with the same phone?

[@cesarescribens4552]

Muchas gracias, excelente explicación. Un abrazo desde Zaragoza-España.

[@Kdell1378]

Do you need a subscription service for the Ring peep hole camera?

[@RidohRylands]

Yes

[@jayyemm69]

No you don’t. Unless you want to see previous recordings then yes you need a subscription.

[@abdullahal-shimri3091]

I live in an apartment and I’m installing this.

[@cherylpettersen961]

How long do the battery’s last

[@lakkchina]

I love your videos. Beautiful family god bless your family.

[@O-Mega864]

Thanks for the help brother ✅ I’m getting one!

[@janedoe7583]

Is there a workaround if you have a glass door in front of the peephole cam? For instance, will taping over the cam lights and keeping an overhead, porch light on work to pick up motion detection, etc? I purchased this and missed the return window. Would like to be able to use this, but may not be able to use it as a replacement to our existing peephole.

[@mygamecomputer1691]

This was great thanks a lot

[@215_North]

I would have loved a review of the knock feature. Haven´t heard good things about it. Although, this video was helpful.

[@beebeejoo]

Is there a way to use it ONLY as a camera? I.e. can you disable the ability for strangers to ring your doorbell (not make a noise, etc)

[@windowstosoul5915]

I want to know this too

[@lostxchromosome]

Great video

[@michaelhinchey]

Do you get motion if the door is opened?

[@theunseenghost]

Yes.

[@mellowyellowMnM]

Anyone know how often it has to be charged?

[@samsen3965]

This is the exact kind of product that I need BUT..... I am hearing the lag on this is a total deal-breaker. And software upgrade is controversial, most indicating some improvement but still the existence of the problem, so Ring has to make a higher grade model solve this issue but at 3-4 times the price of this one! I am here to hear more about this on a fair review but did you even touch the issue?

[@215cyclone]

can you rotate the image 180 degrees ? I have a obstruction 2" below the peephole ... I would have to install upside down

[@A_Son_Of_Yahuah]

If someone has a glass screendoor, will the peephole camera since motion from someone walking up to the door before they open the screendoor???

[@32hegewald]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@bumtracksNew]

is the USB port to charge it available without removing the battery ? I seldom open my front door & easily could leave a USB power attached.

[@janiecrites9886]

No the charge port is on the top of batteries so needs to be removed

[@dzunku1]

How do you charge the buttery, and how long does it last?

[@ByronWrightJr]

Definitely will be picking one up.

[@moneymaker21596]

I wish ring had a screen on the inside like other companies do but they do everything else right

[@donaldduran7510]

I dig it dude! 💯

[@RetinaBurner]

How is the battery life between charges?

[@dcwatashi]

All I know is that it took forever to charge the battery don’t know why you have to charge through a USB port instead of actual electricity

[@eileenwiggins1625]

I plugged the usb end into my iPhone charging brick & plugged that into my electrical outlet.

[@sokkie4life]

I wonder how long the battery last before it needs charging

[@gamerdan2310]

Anyone know what kind of recording recovery timeframe Ring gives you if you don't get a subscription?

[@dzunku1]

Can the camera be vertically oriented to see if any parcel has left in front of door?

[@ericblack5171]

Do you know if this doorbell works with Google assistant?

[@playtimewithpinkieandco]

We just got one of these. I have a question, why does it ring on the outside?

[@jayethestar]

So people won't keep hitting it lol and break it

[@OutlawMantis]

It's a bad option for people living in apartments in rougher neighbourhoods. Got some crackhead in my building. If he saw this giant box on my door possibly recording him he'd smash it off. So yeah, not an option for some of us. A spy camera style that's indistinguishable from a normal peephole is better under those circumstances.

[@RareLes]

Does the camera shut off when battery is removed?

[@tarlandbeauchamp703]

My door bell is located on a brick wall beside my front door. My front door ,upper half, is leaded glass.What would be my best option for a camera door Bell?

[@MeuReview]

I bought it years ago and its worked incredibly well but 6 months ago it suddenly died and now the product is discontinued and having support by Ring is not solving the problem. So I'm looking for a new product, does anybody knows a similar solution?

[@freddiec9233]

Ring products are really goo, however, I feel that their customer service is even better than the products, and that’s saying a lot....

[@ciaartin2221]

You are right. Customer service is A+

[@lizcruz1457]

How often do you have to charge this ???

[@stevensaylor9430]

Nice job

[@intothedragon]

I really don’t understand why this camera is not available on Ring’s Europe website

[@diazflor08]

i want something like this, a peephole camera. but i want it to be discreet on the outside part of the peephole. so that the camera isn’t obvious. any recommendations?

[@markedgington1974]

Do i need the the ring chime in order for the door bell to work properly?

[@angelicaballestas2424]

So I ordered this because of the amazon sell to gift to my mom, but I realized her door doesn’t have a peep hole. That being said the other one is so much more expensive! Does anyone know if there is any way to remove that part and turn it into a regular one ? I know it’s dumb but I thought it was worth asking before I return it

[@josephredl1186]

Why don’t you just drill a hole through the door and install it through the new hole. Easy-peasy.