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

Updated September 2026

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2026 verdict

Winner

$119.99$179.9933% OFF

These two Ring doorbells share nearly the same spec sheet, so the win goes to the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) on a single real difference: dual-band 2.4/5GHz Wi-Fi where the standard Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) is stuck on 2.4GHz alone. It also adds a tool-free Quick Release Battery Pack that pops out for charging, compared to the base model's built-in battery, which needs the whole doorbell unmounted with a removal tool. HDR daytime video is another Plus-only extra. The Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) answers with a lower price, while rating, warranty, storage, alerts and every other integration are identical between them. Both record Retinal 2K video with up to 6x zoom and share a matching 140 by 140 degree head-to-toe view, and both need a Ring Protect subscription for saved video plus person and package alerts. Choose the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) for the extra Wi-Fi band, HDR video and the easier battery swap; choose the Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) if you just want the same core doorbell for less.

Ring

Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen)

30% OFF

$69.99

$99.99

Buy on Amazon USA

Winner

Ring

Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen)

33% OFF

$119.99

$179.99

Buy on Amazon USA

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Feature	Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen)	Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen)	Winner
Price	$69.99	$119.99	Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen)
Connectivity	2.4 GHz WiFi	2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi	Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen)
Rating	4.2	4.2	Tie
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Integrations	Alexa, Home Assistant	Alexa, Home Assistant	Tie
Storage	Cloud	Cloud	Tie
Alerts	Motion, People, Packages, Familiar Faces	Motion, People, Packages, Familiar Faces	Tie
Customizable Motion Zones	YES	YES	Tie
Outdoor Custom Ringtone	NO	NO	Tie
Indoor Custom Ringtone	NO	NO	Tie
Voice Changing	NO	NO	Tie
Automatic Replies	YES	YES	Tie

Ring

Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen)

30% OFF

$69.99

$99.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $69.99
- Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi

Winner

Ring

Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen)

33% OFF

$119.99

$179.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
- Price: $119.99 vs $69.99

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) wins overall, but only by adding dual-band Wi-Fi, HDR video and a tool-free battery swap. The Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) counters with a lower price and otherwise matches it on rating, alerts, storage and integrations.

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

Wi-Fi and the battery. The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) supports dual-band 2.4/5GHz Wi-Fi and uses a Quick Release Battery Pack, while the Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) is 2.4GHz-only and needs the whole doorbell unmounted with a tool to recharge.

Is recharging the battery easier on one of them?

Yes, on the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen). Its Quick Release Battery Pack pulls out without tools, while the Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) has a built-in battery that requires detaching the entire doorbell with the included removal tool to charge over USB-C.

Do they record the same video quality?

Almost. Both the Ring Battery Doorbell (2nd Gen) and the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) shoot Retinal 2K with up to 6x zoom across the same 140 by 140 degree view, but only the Plus adds HDR-enhanced daytime video.

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

Budget-focused buyers who want Ring's Retinal 2K video and full alert set for less, and who do not need dual-band Wi-Fi, HDR video or a tool-free battery swap.

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

Buyers who want steadier dual-band Wi-Fi, HDR daytime video and the convenience of a Quick Release Battery Pack, and are willing to pay a bit more for those upgrades.

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