We tested the new Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus and the Chime

One of the options that we have available today to have better security in our home is to place a surveillance camera at the entrance, but if in addition to this we can get this camera to capture movement, it is able to notify us of touches at the door and also add the option to see everything from our mobile devices, ring and its products can be an option to take into account due to the number of devices and options they offer.

Buy your Doorbell 3 Plus with Pre-Roll here

And it is that the new Video Doorbell 3 Plus ring offers the user the possibility of having one more point of security in the access of our home and if to this we add the Chime, which is still an extension of cameras and doorbells of ring, we have a good set of devices to protect our home.

Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus

A new ring camera that as the main novelty is that it offers the Pre-Roll function, which what it does is capture the four seconds before motion is detected to warn users about what caused the alert on the device.

The new camera offers the 2,4Ghz / 5Ghz dual-band WiFi connection option (802.11a / 802.11Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / na 2,4 GHz and 5 GHz) which allows us to have a better connection with the camera and that it does not lose signal even though it is not close to the router. This is very important in places where there is a long distance between the doorbell and the router.

Chime by Ring

Installing the camera on the door

It is not complicated to carry out the installation of this Video Doorbeell 3 Plus and it is that they are added from the wedges for the installation and to give angle to the necessary tools for it. A small level, the screwdriver or two security screws so that they cannot remove the battery easily are some of the accessories that are added in the box.

Now before covering the camera we have to fix it on the wall or door with the screws that are added in the place we want. Then it is as simple and simple as placing the front plate that can be in silver or black (They come in the box you included) and that's it.

This new Video Doorbell 3 Plus can be connected to all Ring devices that we have directly and easily from the Ring app.

Camera quality and materials

The camera is capable of recording 1080p HD video and logically allows bidirectional communication as if it were a normal video doorbell, but this allows this communication from our iPhone or iPad, from anywhere, whether or not we are at home. The video quality is good thanks to the lens that Ring mounts, the manufacturing materials of the rest of the components are plastic and the security it offers against possible theft is really enough considering that the lower screw is

Obviously and depending on each place of installation we can find that the viewing radius is greater and this is thanks to the wide angle that this camera mounts.

Here you can get the new Ring doorbell

Camera autonomy

In this sense, we have waited as long as possible to try to get to use up the battery of this Ring, but its 6040mAh Lithium-ion battery has been in the camera for more than a month and there it is. Logically, not having to be active all the time means that its consumption is low, but this depends on the place of installation since a private home is not the same as a door to an office or similar.

What is clear is that the autonomy is enough to be calm and safe for a long time. Here the issue of buying a second battery comes into conflict and it is that in my case for example it is not necessary, but it may be good to have a spare battery depending on where the camera is placed.

Near Motion Detection and Pre-Roll Technology

Receive instant notifications when visitors press the doorbell button or activate the built-in motion sensors. If there is a lot of movement at the front door of your house, using the adjustable movement zones is an option available from the app, it adds the near movement zone function and thus edit or modify the receipt of movement notifications.

The main difference between the Video Doorbell 2 and the new Video Doorbell 3 is the new Pre-Roll technologyThis, as we explained in this review a little higher, is what allows us to see an additional 4 seconds of video just before even the movement notice is activated. A new technology that at the moment they only have in Ring, so it is interesting to maintain the security of our home one more point.

On the other hand, we have to take into account that Ring Protect, the technology that allows you to save the videos captured by the Video Doorbell device in your Ring account for a maximum of 30 days so that you can review them at any time. East Ring Protect is added as a 30-day free trial then has a subscription cost.

Alexa compatible

Connecting the new Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus to devices with Alexa is easy and allows you to use them with your voice. When the doorbell detects motion, your Echo or Fire TV device will send a notification so you are always aware of what is happening. Logically, you can also ask the Amazon assistant to answer the door, you will be able to see, hear and speak to the visitors directly from these devices if you have them.

Price and Availability

It was relatively recently that this new Video Doorbell 3 Plus, right now it is available for purchase at Ring's Official Store or in Amazon for 179 euros.

The Chime is available for a price of 35 euros directly in Ring's website.