Ring Battery Doorbell 4K Pro (2nd Gen)
By Ethan Halfhide · Updated
Ring's battery-powered 4K doorbell (formerly the Battery Doorbell Pro, 2nd Gen): Retinal 4K head-to-toe video, up to 10x Enhanced Zoom, radar 3D Motion Detection, Wi-Fi 6 and a Quick Release Ultra Battery Pack. Listed at $249.99 on ring.com as of September 2026. Recording needs a Ring Protect plan.
Battery video doorbell with Retinal 4K head-to-toe video and radar-based 3D Motion Detection.
Ring Battery Doorbell 4K Pro (2nd Gen)Specs and price last verified September 30, 2026
Specifications
- Price
- $249.99
- Device type
- Video Doorbell
- Ecosystems
- Alexa
- Rooms
- front-door, outdoor
- Connectivity
- wifi
- Hub required
- No
- Rental friendly
- Yes
- Matter certified
- No
- Installation
- DIY
- Energy Star
- No
- Local control
- No
- Voice control
- Yes
About
The Ring Battery Doorbell 4K Pro is the current version of Ring's Battery Doorbell Pro. Ring says it is the same product as the Battery Doorbell Pro (2nd Gen), renamed, and lists it as a 2026 release; ring.com/products/battery-doorbell-pro now points to it.
It records Retinal 4K video with up to 10x Enhanced Zoom and a 140 degree horizontal by 140 degree vertical head-to-toe view. Motion detection is radar-based 3D Motion Detection, which Ring says gives precise person, package and vehicle detection with fewer false alerts. Night vision is true color in low light and switches to black and white in near darkness.
It runs on a Quick Release Ultra Battery Pack and is designed for DIY installation with no wiring. You can also wire it to a standard doorbell system with an 8 to 24 VAC, 40VA max transformer, and it then works with existing mechanical chimes. It connects over Wi-Fi 6 on 2.4GHz or 5GHz, and Ring recommends at least 15 Mbps upload for 4K. Video recording and person alerts need a Ring Protect plan (from $4.99/mo as of September 2026).
Setup and compatibility notes
DIY install with the included mounting plate and corner kit; Ring estimates about 10 minutes. Runs on the Quick Release Ultra Battery Pack, and Ring says it also accepts Quick Release Battery Packs from earlier Ring doorbells. Wiring is optional and needs a standard doorbell transformer (8 to 24 VAC, 40VA max).
Pros
- +Retinal 4K head-to-toe video (140 x 140 degrees) with up to 10x Enhanced Zoom
- +Radar-based 3D Motion Detection for person, package and vehicle alerts
- +No wiring needed: Quick Release Ultra Battery Pack, optional 8 to 24 VAC wiring
- +Wi-Fi 6 on 2.4GHz and 5GHz
Cons
- −Ring Protect plan needed for video recording and person alerts (from $4.99/mo as of September 2026)
- −Ring's product page lists Alexa, not Google Home or Apple Home
- −Ring recommends at least 15 Mbps upload speed for 4K
How it compares
| Device | Price | Ecosystems | Matter | Hub required | Local control |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ring Battery Doorbell 4K Pro (2nd Gen) | $249.99 | Alexa | No | No | No |
| Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 | $229.99 | Alexa | No | No | No |
| Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera | $159.99 | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit | No | No | No |
| Google Nest Doorbell | $179.99 | Google Home | No | No | No |
FAQ
- Is the Battery Doorbell 4K Pro the same as the Battery Doorbell Pro (2nd Gen)?
- Yes. Ring says it changed the name and the features are the same.
- Does it need a Ring Protect subscription?
- Basic features work without one. Ring says a Ring Protect plan is required for video recording, person alerts and other advanced features, with up to 180 days of video history depending on the plan.
- Can it be hardwired?
- It runs on its battery pack, but it can be wired to a standard doorbell system with an 8 to 24 VAC, 40VA max transformer, and it then supports existing mechanical chimes.
- Does it support end-to-end encryption?
- Yes. Ring lists end-to-end encryption support for this doorbell.
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About the author
Ethan Halfhide: Ethan Halfhide is a smart home enthusiast and AI technologist who follows the connected home market closely, from smart locks and security cameras to robot vacuums, lighting, sensors and hubs. He curates HomeGearLab's device directory, comparing products on published specs, compatibility, setup requirements and price so readers can pick gear that fits their home and works together.