The company Ring has come a long way since being rejected on Shark Tank in 2013. Fast forward to 2018, Amazon bought Ring from creator Jamie Siminioff for 1.1 billion dollars. While this company started off as primarily focused on video doorbells, their empire has expanded into the world of home security equipment and packages. With all the different ring home security options available, which option suits your home best?
Option One: The Wireless Package Deals through Ring Home Security
Each of the packages include the same equipment, just in different quantities. Here are their main equipment pieces and uses:
- Base Station: this is the brains behind the security system. This keeps your Ring Alarm online and connected to devices.
- Keypad: This helps easily arm or disarm your system from inside your home.
- Contact Sensors: Used to secure doors and windows.
- Motion Detectors: place in rooms or hallways to get alerts when motion is detected inside
Alarm Security Kit, 5-Piece (Second Generation)
Price: $199.99 with the option of 12 months/no interest
This is known as being their starter kit for condos, apartments or small homes. It is not recommended for spaces larger than 1,000 square feet. This package comes with:
- Base Station
- Keypad
- Contact Sensor (1)
- Motion Detector (1)
- Range Extender
Their security package comes equipped with real-time mobile alerts through notifications, a 24 hour backup battery to keep your home secured even if there is a power outage, optional cellular backup to continue monitoring, and optional 24/7 support.
You can control your security system with the Ring App. The app also provides notifications if someone enters a room, tampers with a window, or sets off a siren. In conclusion, this system never stops working for you. All of your devices can be controlled from a simple, user friendly dashboard.
Alarm Security Kit, 8 piece (Second Generation)
Price: $249.99 with the option of 12 months/no interest
The equipment included with this package deal is:
- Ring Alarm Base Station
- Ring Alarm Keypad
- Contact Sensors (4)
- Motion Detector (1)
- Range Extender (1)
Alarm Security Kit, 10 Piece (Second Generation)
Price: $259.99 or 12 months/no interest
The equipment included:
- Base Station
- Keypad
- Contact Sensors (5)
- Motion Detectors (2)
- Range Extender
This is ideal for homes that are 1,000 to 2,000 square feet, or roughly one to two bedroom homes. It can protect five windows and/or doors, and two hallways and/or rooms.
Alarm Security Kit, 14 Piece (Second Generation)
Price: $329.99 or 12 months/no interest
This home security system is great coverage for homes over 2,000 square feet, or homes with over three bedrooms. This package includes:
- Base Station
- Keypad (2)
- Contact Sensors (8)
- Motion Detectors (2)
- Range Extender
8 Piece Alarm Security Kit + Indoor Cam (Second Generation)
Price: $299.99 or 12 months/interest free
This package is the only that includes a camera. The full equipment includes:
- Ring Alarm Base Station
- Ring Alarm Keypad
- Contact Sensors (4)
- Motion Detector (1)
- Range Extender
- Indoor Cam
Option Two: The Retrofit Kits for Hard Wired Security
These kits are designed for homes that already have wired alarm systems. Upgrade the old-style wired alarm with new age, smart and wireless systems. This can be installed on your own, but Ring recommends utilizing a professional to install.
Retrofit Kit with 5-Piece Alarm Bundle (Second Generation)
Price: 319.99 or 12 months/no interest
First, the 5-piece alarm bundle can bring new life to an old set-up! This requires a Ring Alarm Base Station. Equipment includes:
- Retrofit Alarm Kit
- Alarm Base Station
- Alarm Keypad
- Motion Detector (1)
- Range Extender (1)
- Bonus Contact Sensor
Retrofit with 6-Piece Alarm Bundle (Second Generation)
Price: $369.99 or 12 months/no interest
The equipment that is included with this package is:
- Retrofit Alarm Kit
- Ring Alarm Base Station
- Alarm Keypads (2)
- Flood & Freeze Sensor
- Smoke and Carbon Monoxide (CO) Listener
- Range Extender
Option Three: Buy a Ring Home Security Package and Supplement with Additional Equipment
Last, you can buy the individual pieces of equipment that you’d like to add to your home security package system. There are many different equipment pieces available online. Each piece of equipment requires a Ring Alarm Security Kit. Here are their current prices and uses:
Alarm Window and Door Contact Sensor (Second Generation)
- Single Sensor Price: $19.99
- Two Pack Sensor Price: $39.98
This piece is an easy DIY installation to mount to a door or any window frame in your household. This device is triggered whenever someone tampers with a contact sensor. You can connect this to your Ring Alarm Base Station and receive notifications through your mobile device through the Ring app.
Alarm Motion Detector (Second Edition)
- Price: 29.99
This equipment also requires the Ring Alarm Security Kit. This motion detector has advanced sensitivity to prevent any false alarms due to pets. For example, this system mounts to room corners or flat walls, and is commonly installed in rooms or hallways.
Alarm Range Extender
- Price: $24.99
Range extenders can be added throughout your house to extend signals from the base station to any and all components. As a result, you can ensure your system stays online. This requires the Ring Alarm Security Kit.
Alarm Keypad
- Price: $49.99
This is a great addition to your alarm packages if you live in a two-story household, or if you want to add an alarm keypad to your garage.
Alarm Flood & Freeze Sensor
- Price: $34.99
Place the Alarm Flood & Freeze Sensor on a flat surface or a floor underneath any of your water sources. This includes sinks, refrigerators, or laundry units. As a result, you will receive notifications if there is a water leak detected or if the temperature becomes too low. For example, this is great if you live in an area that experiences frequent cold nights to avoid frozen pipes.
Alarm Smoke and CO Listener
- Price: $34.99
To take advantage of the Alarm Smoke and CO Listeners, place near each existing smoke and CO detectors. This way, you will have on demand alerts sent to your device when sirens are triggered. Therefore, if you have a CO leak when you’re on vacation, you’ll be notified.
Alarm Panic Button
- Price: $34.99
If an emergency happens, press and hold this Alarm Panic Button for three seconds to trigger a siren. If subscribed to Ring Protect Plus, the 24/7 monitoring center will be immediately notified and responders dispatched.
Ring Alarm Slim Magnet
Price: $4.99
Use this magnet on narrow doors and windows. The intended use for this piece of equipment is to be used in conjunction with the Ring Contact Sensor, sold separately.
All Ring home security products listed are available through their website for purchase.
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