Updated October 2026
Data from the official Ajax and Ring sites.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU is the safer pick over Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller because of price, rating, and connectivity.
Its strongest advantages show up in price, rating, and connectivity, with integrations and kit helping widen the gap. The only strong reason to choose Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller is if warranty and monitoring are more important to you than the overall verdict. That makes Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU the clearer recommendation in 2026.
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| Feature | Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller | Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | €307.00 | €159.99 | Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU |
| Rating | 3.6 | 4.7 | Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU |
| Warranty | 24 months | 1 year | Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller |
| Connectivity | Ethernet, Other | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet, Z-Wave | Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU |
| Integrations | Home Assistant | Alexa, Home Assistant | Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU |
| Monitoring | App Without a Plan, Alerts Without a Plan, History Without a Plan, Professional Monitoring, Cellular Backup | Professional Monitoring, Cellular Backup, Smoke/CO Listener | Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller |
| Kit | None | Keypad | Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU |
| Backup Battery | 15 hours | 24 hours | Different strengths |
€307.00
- + Warranty: 24 months
- + Monitoring: App Without a Plan, Alerts Without a Plan, History Without a Plan, Professional Monitoring, Cellular Backup
- - Price: €307.00 vs €159.99
- - Rating: 3.6 vs 4.7
Winner
36% OFF
€159.99
€249.99
- + Price: €159.99
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet, Z-Wave
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 24 months
- - Monitoring: Professional Monitoring, Cellular Backup, Smoke/CO Listener vs App Without a Plan, Alerts Without a Plan, History Without a Plan, Professional Monitoring, Cellular Backup
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller or Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU?
Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and connectivity.
What is the biggest difference between Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller and Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller lists €307.00, while Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU lists €159.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller is listed at €307.00, while Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU is listed at €159.99. Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU (better spec).
Who should buy Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller?
Choose Ajax Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller if your priority is warranty and monitoring and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU?
Choose Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) EU if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than warranty.
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