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

Full Smart Doorbells comparison in 2026

Updated July 2026
Data from Amazon and official Ring site.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) earns the nod over Ring Battery Doorbell Plus on the strength of alerts and automatic replies. The comparison tilts its way because of alerts and automatic replies, with its broader overall balance keeping it in front. Ring Battery Doorbell Plus is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize price and rating above everything else here. That is enough to make Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) the better pick for most buyers.
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FeatureRing Battery Doorbell PlusRing Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen)Winner
Price$149.99$179.99Ring Battery Doorbell Plus
Rating4.64.3Ring Battery Doorbell Plus
AlertsMotion, People, PackagesMotion, People, Packages, Familiar FacesRing Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen)
Automatic RepliesNOYESRing Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen)
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFiTie
IntegrationsAlexa, Home Assistant, IFTTTAlexa, Home Assistant, IFTTTTie
StorageCloudCloudTie
Customizable Motion ZonesYESYESTie
Outdoor Custom RingtoneNONOTie
Indoor Custom RingtoneNONOTie
Voice ChangingNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for alerts and automatic replies.

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

Price is one of the clearest differences: Ring Battery Doorbell Plus lists $149.99, while Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) lists $179.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Ring Battery Doorbell Plus is listed at $149.99, while Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) is listed at $179.99. Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (better spec).

Who should buy Ring Battery Doorbell Plus?

Choose Ring Battery Doorbell Plus if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than alerts.

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

Choose Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) if your priority is alerts and automatic replies and that matters more than price.

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