Ring Battery Doorbell review: Easy, flexible, priced right

The Ring Battery Doorbell would be a much better option for the budget-minded if it wasn't so tied to a subscription plan. On the other hand, it's a great choice for those who are already in the Ring home security ecosystem and paying for a sub, and are looking to add an inexpensive doorbell--especially for secondary doors. Ring offers one of the best smart home security ecosystems on the market, encompassing everything from security cameras and video doorbells to indoor and outdoor lighting, sensors, and professionally monitored home security systems. The flexible Ring Battery Doorbell, introduced late last year, makes for a great introduction to that ecosystem. But that recommendation comes with a caveat: You'll need to sign up for a Ring Home subscription if you want to unlock all this product's features--and that includes the ability to record video.