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Ring Spotlight Cam Plus Battery vs Ring Spotlight Cam Plus

Buy the Spotlight Cam Plus Battery if you need a camera where there is no outlet, or want a wider 150° view. Buy the plug-in Spotlight Cam Plus if you have power nearby and want the lower price. The battery model's low since October 31 is $114.98; the plug-in model's low is $103.39, about $11.59 less.

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Ring Spotlight Cam Plus Battery

Ring Spotlight Cam Plus Battery

4.6(1,200 ratings)
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Choose the Spotlight Cam Plus Battery if you have no outdoor outlet and need a wire-free mount, or want the wider 150° field of view.

Pros
  • Mounts anywhere within Wi-Fi range, no outlet needed
  • Wider 150° view covers more of a yard or driveway
  • Large rating base of 1,200 at 4.6 out of 5
  • Works with Amazon Alexa
Cons
  • Costs about $11.59 more at its lowest recent price
  • You have to take it down and recharge the battery
  • Only listed in white
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Ring Spotlight Cam Plus

Ring Spotlight Cam Plus

4.8(91 ratings)
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Choose the plug-in Spotlight Cam Plus if an outlet or existing wiring is within reach and you want the lower price and no battery swaps.

Pros
  • Lowest recent price of $103.39
  • Never needs a battery charge while plugged in
  • 4.8 out of 5 rating, though from only 91 ratings
  • 1080p video with LED night vision
Cons
  • Cord limits where you can mount it
  • Narrower 140° field of view
  • Small rating sample makes the 4.8 less certain

What separates them

Ring Spotlight Cam Plus BatteryRing Spotlight Cam Plus
Power sourceRechargeable battery, no wiring neededWall plug-in power, cord must reach an outlet
Lowest price since Oct 31$114.98 (Nov 1)$103.39 (Nov 2)
Field of view150°140°
ColorWhiteBlack
Night visionYes, 30 ftYes, 30 ft
Audio and motion sensingTwo-way audio, motion detectionTwo-way audio, motion detection
Ratings volume4.6 out of 5 from 1,200 ratings4.8 out of 5 from 91 ratings
Ongoing upkeepBattery needs periodic rechargingStays powered as long as the outlet works

Price history

$149.99$103.39
Oct 31Nov 2
  • Ring Spotlight Cam Plus Battery: lowest $114.98 on Nov 1 at eBay.
  • Ring Spotlight Cam Plus: lowest $103.39 on Nov 2 at Arbor.

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Specs compared

SpecRing Spotlight Cam Plus BatteryRing Spotlight Cam Plus
With AudioYesYes
Night VisionYesYes
Motion SensingYesYes
With Wi-FiYesYes
ColorWhiteBlack
For DashboardYesYes
WirelessYesYes
Assistant SupportAmazon AlexaAmazon Alexa
UseCommercial, ResidentialCommercial, Residential
Field Of View150° field of view140° field of view
Night Vision Distance30 ft night vision30 ft night vision

What reviewers say

Ring Spotlight Cam Plus Battery

  • 4.6 / 51,200 ratings

Owners rate it well overall, praising the easy setup and the spotlight-plus-camera combination. Complaints center on battery drain and the cost of the subscription needed to keep recordings.

What people mention
  • Battery lifeCriticisedOwners say the pack drains quickly when motion and spotlights fire often, so busy spots need frequent recharges.
  • SetupPraisedReviewers describe mounting and pairing as quick and simple.
  • SpotlightsPraisedThe built-in LEDs light up the area when motion is detected, which owners like.
  • SubscriptionCriticisedBuyers note that saved recordings need a Ring Protect plan, which adds ongoing cost.

Ring Spotlight Cam Plus

  • 4.8 / 591 ratings

Buyers rate it 4.8 out of 5 from 91 ratings and call it fast, accurate and good value. Many like seeing several sides of the house and the interior from one phone through the Ring app.

What people mention
  • ValuePraisedBuyers call it great value for a spotlight camera.
  • SetupPraisedOwners say it installs and connects quickly.
  • Motion alertsPraisedAlerts are described as fast and accurate.
  • AppPraisedUsers like monitoring several cameras and the interior from one phone.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a rental where I can't drill or wire?
The battery model. It runs on a rechargeable battery, so you can mount it without an electrician. The plug-in model needs a cord run to an outlet.
Is the plug-in model worth the savings?
Yes if an outlet is close. At $103.39 versus $114.98, you save about $11.59 and never recharge a battery. You give up 10° of view.
Which covers more area?
The battery model, at 150° versus 140°. Both see about 30 ft in the dark.
Do both work with Alexa?
Yes. Both list Amazon Alexa support, plus two-way audio, motion sensing and Wi-Fi.
Which has better ratings?
The plug-in model scores 4.8 out of 5, but from only 91 ratings. The battery model's 4.6 comes from 1,200 ratings, a more reliable sample.
Will the battery model work in cold weather?
Ring rates its battery cameras for outdoor use, but cold drains batteries faster, so expect more recharges in winter. The plug-in model avoids that.

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