Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) vs Battery Doorbell Plus

Updated September 2026

Data from Amazon and official Ring site.

2026 verdict

The Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) undercuts the older Ring Battery Doorbell Plus on price while still edging ahead on alerts and included Quick Replies, adding Familiar Faces recognition that the original Plus lacks entirely.

Winner

Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen)

$69.99$99.9930% OFF

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It also steps up to Retinal 2K video with up to 6x zoom, a jump from the Plus's 1536p HD, though its 140 by 140 degree field of view trails the original's 150 by 150. The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus counters with a higher owner rating and the only Ethernet option between the two, a real plus for anyone who wants a wired backup to Wi-Fi. Warranty, storage and most integrations are identical on both, and each still needs a Ring Protect subscription for saved video and the fuller alert set. Choose the Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) for the newer video sensor, the extra Familiar Faces alert and a lower price; choose the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus if its stronger review history and Ethernet connectivity option matter more to you.

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Ring

Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen)

30% OFF

$69.99

$99.99

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Ring

Ring Battery Doorbell Plus

$149.99

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Feature	Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen)	Ring Battery Doorbell Plus	Winner
Price	$69.99	$149.99	Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen)
Rating	4.2	4.5	Ring Battery Doorbell Plus
Connectivity	2.4 GHz WiFi	2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet	Ring Battery Doorbell Plus
Alerts	Motion, People, Packages, Familiar Faces	Motion, People, Packages	Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen)
Automatic Replies	YES	NO	Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen)
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Integrations	Alexa, Home Assistant	Alexa, Home Assistant	Tie
Storage	Cloud	Cloud	Tie
Customizable Motion Zones	YES	YES	Tie
Outdoor Custom Ringtone	NO	NO	Tie
Indoor Custom Ringtone	NO	NO	Tie
Voice Changing	NO	NO	Tie

Winner

Ring

Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen)

30% OFF

$69.99

$99.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $69.99
+ Alerts: Motion, People, Packages, Familiar Faces
+ Automatic Replies: YES
- Rating: 4.2 vs 4.5
- Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet

Ring

Ring Battery Doorbell Plus

$149.99

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+ Rating: 4.5
+ Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet
- Price: $149.99 vs $69.99
- Alerts: Motion, People, Packages vs Motion, People, Packages, Familiar Faces

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) or Ring Battery Doorbell Plus?

The Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) wins overall, costing less while adding Familiar Faces alerts and free automatic Quick Replies. The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus counters with a higher owner rating and an Ethernet connectivity option the 2nd Gen does not have.

What is the biggest difference between the Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) and the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus?

Video sensor and connectivity. The Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) records Retinal 2K with up to 6x zoom, while the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus records 1536p HD but adds an Ethernet option alongside Wi-Fi that the 2nd Gen skips.

Which one supports Ethernet?

Only the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus, which can connect over Ethernet as well as 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. The Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) is Wi-Fi only, with no wired networking option.

Is the Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) cheaper than the Plus?

Yes, the Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) is the more affordable of the two, even though it is the newer model with a sharper video sensor and an extra Familiar Faces alert.

Who should buy the Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen)?

Buyers who want the newer, sharper Retinal 2K sensor, the extra Familiar Faces alert and automatic Quick Replies, all for a lower price than the Plus.

Who should buy the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus?

Buyers who want a proven, higher-rated doorbell with the option to connect over Ethernet instead of relying solely on Wi-Fi, and who do not mind the older 1536p video sensor.

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