Ring Spotlight Cam

Easy to install. Completely wireless. Motion-triggered recording. Sharp video quality. Loud siren. Works with Alexa and IFTTT.

Requires subscription to view recorded video. No pre-buffering.

The Ring Spotlight Cam Battery is ideal for users who want to monitor what's going on outside but don't want to be bothered with electrical wiring. Installation is a breeze, and with two battery packs installed you can get up to two years of power...

Easy to install ; Two battery bays - lasts for potentially months ; Integrates with Amazon Alexa ; Flexible features

No lock on the battery compartment ; Subscription needed for video storage ; No high dynamic range (HDR)

A great camera that's easy to use, combining lighting and video capture into one package. But there's no lock on the battery compartment and you really need to pay for a subscription to get the most out of it.

Powerful spotlight ; Integrates seamlessly with other Ring cameras ; Dual-rechargeable battery bay

Mount could be more flexible ; Video clip quality isn’t great ; Once you add multiple cameras, subscription prices mount

The caveat is that Ring’s subscription prices will hit you in the pocket harder than rivals, and especially if you want to run more than one camera.

Spotlights activate when motion is detected ; Customizable motion zones ; Does not require wiring to indoor outlet ; All the same features as the excellent AC-powered model ; Solar panel included in the package ; Extends the range of your Wi-Fi network...

Lack of local storage means video won't record if you lose your internet connection ; Lack of local storage means video won't record if you lose your internet connection ; It's an 802.11n device that operates only on the 2.4GHz frequency band

Whether you opt for one of the wired or battery-powered Ring Spotlight Cams, you’ll get an impressive camera that effectively fills a necessary niche: providing security for yards, carports, and other spots around the perimeter of homes that become...

Ring's $199 Spotlight Cam (£199/AU$329) installs in minutes and its integrated LEDs provide reliable security lighting for your yard.

You have to pay for Ring's Protect cloud storage service to access saved video clips.

The Ring Spotlight Cam's easy setup and solid performance make it a favorite among today's outdoor cameras with built-in lights.

Ring's $199 Spotlight Cam (£199/AU$329) installs in minutes and its integrated LEDs provide reliable security lighting for your yard.

You have to pay for Ring's Protect cloud storage service to access saved video clips.

The Ring Spotlight Cam's easy setup and solid performance make it a favorite among today's outdoor cameras with built-in lights.

Easy to set-up ; Wireless ; Good quality video and audio ; Includes light and siren ; Excellent companion app

Requires a plan to access recorded video ; Needs good wi-fi to work properly

The Ring Spotlight Cam is a simple and easy to install solution for your home and even better if you're already within the Ring ecosystem to increase the security of your home. The Ring Spotlight Cam is a simple and easy to install solution for your...