Updated October 2026
Data from the official Eufy and Ring sites.
2026 verdict
Dual-band Wi-Fi and a fuller alerts lineup put the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) ahead of the Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) in this video doorbell comparison.
The Ring adds 5GHz Wi-Fi on top of 2.4GHz, customizable motion zones and subscription-gated people, package and familiar-face detection, all of which the Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) skips or only partly supports. The Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) still has real advantages: it costs less and records locally to a microSD card or a Eufy HomeBase without a monthly fee, while the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) requires a subscription for saved video, people and package alerts. Both run on a rechargeable battery pack that can be topped up with an optional hardwired connection to existing doorbell wiring. Choose the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) for the strongest connectivity and the deepest alert set; choose the Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) to keep costs down and skip subscriptions altogether.
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| Feature | Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) | Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $129.99 | $99.99 | Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) |
| Rating | 3.8 | 4.2 | Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi | Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant | Alexa, Home Assistant | Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) |
| Storage | MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud | Cloud | Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) |
| Alerts | Motion, People | Motion, People, Packages, Familiar Faces | Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) |
| No Subscription Required | YES | NO | Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Voice Changing | NO | NO | Tie |
| Automatic Replies | YES | YES | Tie |
$129.99
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant
- + Storage: MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud
- + No Subscription Required: YES
- - Price: $129.99 vs $99.99
- - Rating: 3.8 vs 4.2
Winner
44% OFF
$99.99
$179.99
- + Price: $99.99
- + Rating: 4.2
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
- - Integrations: Alexa, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant
- - Storage: Cloud vs MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) or Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen)?
The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) is the stronger overall pick, with dual-band Wi-Fi, customizable motion zones and a broader set of supported alerts than the Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack).
What is the biggest difference between the Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) and the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen)?
Connectivity and subscriptions. The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) adds 5GHz Wi-Fi alongside 2.4GHz but needs a Ring plan for saved video and smart alerts, while the Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) is 2.4GHz only but records locally without any monthly fee.
Does either doorbell work on 5GHz Wi-Fi?
Only the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen), which supports dual-band Wi-Fi 6 with both 2.4GHz and 5GHz. The Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) connects over 2.4GHz only.
Which one needs a subscription to record video?
The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) needs a Ring subscription for saved video history and for people, package and familiar-face alerts. The Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) records locally to a microSD card or a Eufy HomeBase with no subscription required.
Who should buy the Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack)?
Buyers who want a lower price and free local recording, and who do not need 5GHz Wi-Fi or a wide range of subscription-based smart alerts.
Who should buy the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen)?
Buyers who want stronger Wi-Fi connectivity, customizable motion zones and the fullest alert lineup, and who are willing to pay for a Ring subscription to use them.
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