Conclusion on the Ring Outdoor Cam Plus
The Ring Outdoor Cam Plus (3rd generation) impresses with its simple installation, clear image quality and deep Alexa integration. It is technically sophisticated, reliable and visually discreet enough to blend inconspicuously into any environment.
Criticisms include the lack of local video storage and the dependence on a Ring Protect subscription. Nevertheless, the camera delivers exactly what it promises: reliable surveillance, smart features and a well-thought-out design.
If you are looking for a robust, Wi-Fi-based outdoor camera, the Outdoor Cam Plus is an all-round successful solution, especially for Amazon households.
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Price and availability
The Ring Outdoor Camera Plus is available directly from Amazon and starts at an RRP of around $100.
Table of Contents
- Conclusion on the Ring Outdoor Cam Plus
- Specifications
- Design and workmanship - Outdoor camera with IP65
- Installation and setup - Quick and easy
- Image quality and night vision - Only a little bit color in the dark
- Bewegungserkennung und Benachrichtigungen - Ring Außenkamera Plus ist zMotion detection and notifications - Ring Outdoor Camera Plus is reliableuverlässig
- Power supply and weather resistance - Outdoor Cam Plus is flexible
- Integration into smart home systems – Alexa is the trump card
- Data protection and cloud storage
With 2K video resolution, intelligent motion detection, and color night vision, the Ring Outdoor Cam Plus is a real highlight for anyone who wants to make their home smarter and safer.
Flexible power supply and Alexa connectivity ensure convenience, but without a paid subscription, numerous premium features such as AI detection and video recording remain limited.
Specifications
| Video | 2k (2560 x 1440 pixels), night vision: color images via LED spotlights, alternatively classic infrared black-and-white night vision |
| Field of view | 160° diagonal, 140° horizontal, 80° vertical |
| Siren | Remote-activated security siren |
| Audio | Intercom function with noise suppression |
| Power supply | Battery, PoE, solar, or cable |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 and 5.0 GHz) |
| Operating temperatures | -20 to +50 °C |
Design and workmanship - Outdoor camera with IP65
From the outside, the new Outdoor Camera Plus is immediately recognizable as a typical Ring camera. The compact housing made of matte plastic conveys stability without appearing bulky. Measuring just under 6.7 x 6.7 x 12.8 cm, the camera can be discreetly mounted or set up on house walls, garages, or other locations.
In addition to the camera, Ring supplies a ball-bearing wall mount, screws, dowels, and a power cable with a weatherproof connection. The entire construction is IP65 certified, meaning it is well protected against rain and dust. An additional cover for cable connections ensures greater durability.
In contrast to the previous model, the new generation has a more minimalist look. The status LED has been integrated more discreetly, and the front lens is now positioned deeper in the housing to reduce reflections. This allows for inconspicuous installation. The camera is available in white and black.
The battery charging port, which still uses microUSB, feels a bit outdated. USB-C is long overdue here.
Installation and setup - Quick and easy
As with almost all Ring products, setup is straightforward. The camera is connected via Wi-Fi (2.4 or 5 GHz) using the Ring app (iOS and Android). The app guides you through the process step by step: scan the QR code on the back, select Wi-Fi, briefly connect the camera to the power supply - done.
One positive feature is that the camera works reliably even with a weaker Wi-Fi signal. In our test, the stream remained stable even at a distance of around 10 meters from the router, through a thick exterior wall. If desired, the camera can also be operated via cable using an Ethernet adapter accessory.
However, there is one drawback: many smart features, such as cloud storage and person notifications, require a Ring Protect subscription. Without this, only live streaming and real-time motion alerts are possible.
Image quality and night vision - Only a little bit color in the dark
The Outdoor Cam Plus (3rd generation) offers 2K resolution (2,560 x 1,440 pixels) at 30 frames per second. Daytime recordings impress with natural colors and good detail, even at a distance.
HDR support ensures that backlit situations, such as when shooting against the sun or highly reflective surfaces, still produce solid results. Faces and vehicle license plates remain recognizable as long as the objects are not moving too fast.
At night, the camera automatically switches to infrared. Here, it delivers a clear, high-contrast black-and-white image. If you want color images in the dark, you have to deactivate the infrared function. The colors are recognizable, but only very subtle, especially in very dark areas.
Bewegungserkennung und Benachrichtigungen - Ring Außenkamera Plus ist zMotion detection and notifications - Ring Outdoor Camera Plus is reliableuverlässig
Ring relies on proven motion analysis with detection zones. The app allows you to define multiple areas in which motion should be detected. This means you can exclude public sidewalks or streets, for example, to avoid false alarms.
A new feature is the revised person detection, which can distinguish between people, animals, and vehicles thanks to machine learning, but only with an active Ring Protect subscription. Detection worked well in the test, even in changing light conditions or through window glass.
Push notifications on smartphones or tablets reach the user within seconds. You can speak directly via the live view: a two-way audio system with noise cancellation enables understandable communication. The integrated microphone picks up voices clearly, but guests should not be too far away from the camera, otherwise they will be difficult to understand.
Power supply and weather resistance - Outdoor Cam Plus is flexible
The tested version uses battery power, but it is also possible to power the Ring Outdoor Cam Plus (2025) with a USB cable, solar panel, or PoE.
In testing, the camera withstood weeks of rain, wind, and temperature fluctuations between 6 and 26 degrees Celsius without failure. The plastic parts show no discoloration, and the viewing window remains clear to date.
After about six weeks of operation, we still have 43% battery capacity remaining. We started with 80%, so the Ring outdoor camera should last about four months.
Integration into smart home systems – Alexa is the trump card
The Ring Outdoor Cam Plus integrates seamlessly into the Ring and Alexa environment. On command, Alexa displays the live image on an Echo Show or Fire TV, for example. Automations such as “turn on the light when motion is detected” can be configured via the app or Alexa routines.
Google Home and Apple HomeKit remain excluded. Ring is owned by Amazon, so smart home functions remain closely integrated with Alexa. Those who prefer a cross-platform system will have to make compromises or rely on workarounds.
Data protection and cloud storage
In the past, one frequently criticized aspect of Ring products was the handling of private video data. The company has since become more transparent: all videos are offered with end-to-end encryption as standard, and an unencrypted copy is only created when videos are shared.
Videos cannot be stored locally, but only uploaded to the cloud. Without a subscription, recordings are automatically deleted after 180 days. This cloud exclusivity is convenient, but not ideal for data protection purists and costs money.
The app quickly informs you when multiple devices in the same account access the same camera and allows precise rights management for family members.
Transparency
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