I have a much better security camera system for my home's exterior but thought I might try one of these cams indoors since I have the Ring alarm system and a Ring Doorbell already. I made the silly mistake, I guess, of assuming there would be some kind of integration with other Ring products - there isn't. None. Not a single thing.
It seems like common sense to me that they'd integrate in a couple of ways. I assumed that I'd be able to tell these cameras to only sense motion if the alarm was armed. Nope.
I figured I could at least set it to detect motion when I wasn't in the house. Nope. There isn't even any kind of proximity setting for it to even know if you're home or not. They are not location aware in any way. The Ring alarm system isn't either, so I suppose I should have known better already.
I also assumed that if my Ring alarm went off the cameras would automatically come on and start recording. Nope!
The only motion option at all is to not alert you to motion during specific hours. Note, this doesn't stop motion detection during these hours, it only stops the alerts.
Motion detection/recording is only an on or off thing... absolutely no options whatsoever.
Annoyed by the lack of integration I still mounted the camera in my great room. I figured I try it for a few days and see how long the battery would actually last with motion recording on. This is a high traffic area so I wasn't holding my breath... and sure enough, after not even 1 full day the battery is down to 80%. This is with all the 'battery saving options' on. This was only a test as I don't actually want recording of any kind going on in my house while I'm home unless the alarm is armed or going off.
With absolutely no options, no integration with Ring alarm and no settings to limit it's recording this thing is really only good for one thing; on demand video with no automatic recording. So, the thing is turned off now, doing nothing. I can still activate it from my phone to occasionally check my house isn't burning down.
Hopefully someday Ring will update the software and provide some common sense integration with it's other devices.
This is all a shame as the build of the camera is quite good considering the low price as is the video quality. The audio isn't great but it never is on cameras of any kind.
***UPDATE***
Ring support reached out to me directly almost immediately after I posted my review (Good on them) and told me how to link the Alarm, somewhat, to the camera. You have to go into your Base Station settings, then linked devices, then you can set the cameras to record when the alarm goes off - but only then. Make sure you have the updated app that just came out to do this. I didn't. Again, the setting is in your base station, not in the cameras.
This solved probably the biggest issue I had with the camera. The rest of my review is still accurate though per Ring support. Hopefully they'll add the other much needed features in the near future.
***ANOTHER UPDATE***
From Ring Support: "The Modes feature will be released in November and will allow you to have the option to record motion only if the Ring Alarm System is set to Away Mode". This will be a great update and should have been available on launch. I wonder if they are only just now thinking of it from all the negative feedback and reviews, but glad it's 'coming soon' either way.
***ONE MORE UPDATE***
Ring provided me early access to the 'Modes Feature' and I've been using it for the past few days. It resolves all the issues I had with the alarm integration. With modes you can set your cameras to only record when your alarm is set. They can all be set independently and act differently depending on if you have your alarm set to off, home, or away. For instance, you can set your exterior cameras to record when your alarm is set to home mode, but have your interior cameras are turned off. You can set your interior cameras to only record while in away mode, etc. etc. Or any combination. The cameras can now be set the same way motion and door sensors can. This is a great improvement. They haven't told me exactly when this feature will be made public but have said it will be released 'by the end of the year'.
I've increased the rating from 3 stars to 5. This software update really has resolved every issue I had with the cameras. I've now ordered and installed an additional 6 for my home.
***LAST UPDATE***
Having the modes features and my cameras set to only pop on and record during an alarm event (which is rare) and be off at all other times, I've had 2 months to evaluate battery life, almost exactly 60 days now. All my cameras were down to below 10% battery level when I checked them last night. Given the rate of battery drain I had expected them to last 3 months - though 2+ still isn't bad. I have two external cameras on my entry gates outside with the solar panel add-on, they stay fully charged at all times even though it's pretty much been non-stop dark and cloudy days here since installation. They are set to record all motion and since they point at a street they record events dozens of times per day... so if you're thinking of getting the solar panels for outdoor use, I highly recommend them.
Smart home devices for you
Explore best-selling devices that work with Alexa
Page 1 of 1 Start overPage 1 of 1
- Smart Lighting
- Security Cameras
- Plugs and outlets
- Vacuums
- Smart locks
- Wifi and Networking
Something went wrong, please try again
No results available. Please adjust the filters and try again.
"Alexa, turn on the lights."
Control the lights with your voice.
Customers also bought these items from Amazon Devices
Page 1 of 1 Start overPage 1 of 1
Nonstop power. Nonstop peace of mind.
Add security to your home – inside or out – with the versatile Stick Up Cam Plug-In, an HD security camera with motion-activated notifications and two-way talk. It installs in minutes and plugs into a standard power outlet, so you’ll never have to worry about charging a battery.
Real-time notifications
Receive real-time notifications on your phone and tablet to stay in-the-know when anything happens at home.
Live View and Two-Way Talk
Get real-time video and audio with the Live View button.
Customizable Privacy Zones
Monitor the areas that matter most to you–and leave out what doesn’t, with customizable Privacy Zones.
Connected devices
Connect select Ring devices to see what’s happening and control them all from a single dashboard.
Security and privacy controls in a convenient dashboard.
With Control Center, you can add and remove authorized client devices, shared users, and select linked accounts–all from one place on your phone, tablet, or PC. Learn more about security and privacy.
Works with Alexa.
Alt text Combine Ring Stick Up Cam with Alexa for hands-free home monitoring. When anyone triggers Ring’s built-in motion zones, your Echo device will illuminate and make an announcement, so you’ll always know when someone’s there. And if you have an Echo Show or Echo Spot, you can also see, hear and speak to anyone captured on camera.
Setup as easy as 1, 2, 3.
Place Stick Up Cam on a flat surface or wall and plug into a standard power outlet.
Follow the steps in the app to connect to Wi-Fi.
Now you’re ready to protect!
Videos
Page 1 of 1Start OverPage 1 of 1
Videos for this product
3:09
Click to play video
Hands on review of Ring Stick Up Cam Battery
Melissa Bauer
Videos for this product
2:02
Click to play video
How Long Does The Battery Last? | Ring Wireless Camera 2023
Blake
Videos for this product
1:07
Click to play video
Ring Stick Up Cams Plug In or Battery? #thisorthat
✅ Alexis Lewy
Videos for this product
2:26
Click to play video
Important things to know about this ring camera
Corinne
Videos for this product
1:32
Click to play video
UNBOXING CHARGE-USE - Review Ring Battery Doorbell Plus
THEGREENCABBY
Videos for this product
1:25
Click to play video
don't buy ring camera until you watch this!
Rachel's Reviews
Videos for this product
1:15
Click to play video
*WARNING* Watch This BEFORE Buying Ring Cameras
Damon Jennings
Reviews with images
A good little surveillance camera
This camera effectively covers a blind spot. If you plan to put it in an out of the way pkace outside, plan on getting the solar charger to keep the battery charged.
Top reviews from the United States
There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2019
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2024
Style: Device OnlySize: 4 CamerasColor: BlackConfiguration: BatteryVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2019
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2024
Style: Device OnlySize: 1 CameraColor: BlackConfiguration: BatteryVerified Purchase
Top reviews from other countries
Julie
Camera for front of house
Reviewed in Australia on July 20, 2024Style: Device OnlySize: 1 CameraColor: WhiteConfiguration: BatteryVerified Purchase
KimH
👍
Reviewed in Australia on June 3, 2024Style: Device OnlySize: 1 CameraColor: WhiteConfiguration: BatteryVerified Purchase
Alfredo L.
Best cam
Reviewed in Australia on February 4, 2024Style: Device OnlySize: 1 CameraColor: WhiteConfiguration: BatteryVerified Purchase