Ring Alarm Security System Cost and Pricing

Ring Equipment Pricing

Ring Alarm kits come in multiple sizes, depending on how many components you need. The smallest option is the five-piece kit, suitable for a one-to-two-bedroom home. The largest pre-built kit includes 14 pieces. If you need more coverage, you can purchase additional components separately. That’s what makes Ring appealing — it’s a fully customizable security solution.

Ring 5-Piece Kit

We started with the Ring 5-Piece Alarm Security Kit and added extra equipment for better protection

If you live in an apartment or condo, Ring’s 5-piece Alarm Security Kit is a solid starting point for a home security system. The kit costs $199.99 and includes a base station, keypad, contact sensor, motion detector, and range extender. While it may not fully secure a larger home with multiple entry points, you can easily supplement it with a video doorbell or indoor camera for added coverage. As you’ll see below, those add-ons typically cost less than $100 each.

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Ring 8-Piece Kits

The Ring Alarm 8-piece Security Kit includes the same types of components as its five-piece kit — a base station and keypad, four contact sensors, a motion sensor, and a range extender. The standard kit is $249.99 and the Alarm Pro version is $299.99. With its additional contact sensors, the Ring Alarm 8-piece Security Kit can protect an average one- to two-bedroom home when sensors are placed strategically.

Our Ring Alarm 8-piece Security Kit unboxed and ready to be installed

Ring Alarm 10-Piece Kit

The Ring Alarm 10-piece Kit further expands Ring Alarm’s coverage with an additional motion sensor and contact sensor compared to the eight-piece kit. It’s designed to cover a 1,000 to 2,000 square feet home. The 10-piece kit is $279.97, which is cheaper than SimpliSafe’s comparable kit. However, SimpliSafe’s larger packages often include outdoor cameras, which is why they’re more expensive.

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Ring Alarm 14-Piece Kit

The 14-piece kit is $329.99 and designed for large two-story homes, as it includes two keypads, eight contact sensors, two motion sensors, a range extender, and of course, a base station. The Alarm Pro version is $379.99. We recommend this package for homes with more than three bedrooms. Since it has two keypads and a range extender, it fits comfortably in two-story homes.

We also think this could be a good security system for homes with garages. This is the kit we purchased when we tested security systems for homes with a garage. We placed one keypad near the front door and the other in the garage — the two main areas through which we pass through to enter and exit the house.

We recommend installing Ring keypads at the entryways you use most often

Equipment Add-ons

Once you decide on a Ring Alarm kit, you have plenty of options to customize your system. We even found the equipment costs are cheaper than the industry average.

Some security companies charge $40 to $50 per entryway sensor, while Ring offers them for around $30 each. Ring’s doorbell camera prices and environmental sensor costs also come in more affordable than many competitors. When it comes to Ring’s outdoor security camera costs, pricing aligns closely with brands like SimpliSafe.

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Installing the Ring Floodlight Cam to watch over the front of our house

The first device we recommend adding to your system is a security camera. Ring has a few to choose from. We’ve tested the Ring Video Doorbell and reviewed the Spotlight Cam to name two. While it might look like there are dozens available on the website, the main difference is whether a camera is standard or Pro. There are also different power source variations for some. Here’s a rundown of some of our favorites.

Ring Monitoring Plans

Ring offers flexible monitoring options that work with both its security systems and video doorbells. While professional monitoring is available, the base plans focus on self-monitoring, meaning you’re responsible for contacting emergency services if needed. The upgraded cloud subscriptions unlock premium features like multi-cam view, live picture-in-picture, and doorbell alerts that ring like a phone call. Here’s the current breakdown:

Ring does offer professional monitoring, and at just $20 per month with the Ring AI Pro plan, it’s one of the most affordable security systems available. For comparison, Cove starts at $19.99, SimpliSafe at $22.99, and ADT Self Setup at $24.99 per month.

The AI Pro plan also includes 24/7 Backup Internet and extended warranty protection. The 180 days of cloud storage for all Ring cameras is a pretty good deal. Most competitors only offer 30 to 60 days of storage.

We used the Ring app to set up our duress code in case we’re forced to disarm our alarm

So is $20 per month for professional monitoring worth it? Absolutely. SimpliSafe’s monitoring plan with cloud storage for cameras costs $32.99 per month, and ADT charges a minimum of $39.99 per month if security cameras are part of your package. During our testing, we found Ring’s response times averaged about 30 seconds, which is right in line with industry standards and competitive with more expensive alternatives.

The motion sensors might be larger than other brands, but it’s a vital piece of Ring’s home security system

Ring Alarm also offers specialized features for businesses, such as live security camera monitoring. This Virtual Security Guard service, priced at $99 per month, provides trained Ring professionals who actively monitor your security cameras in real time. For detailed information and cost comparisons, check out our comprehensive guide on using Ring Alarm for businesses.

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Our Experience With Ring Alarm

Ring is a very solid DIY security system. We tested an eight-piece Ring Alarm kit, and reviewed the Ring Spotlight Camera and Ring Video Doorbell. It was surprising that the whole system was up and running in under an hour, considering we had to wire the doorbell camera.

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After setting it up though, we felt slightly underwhelmed by its automation features. We cover all this in our Ring Alarm review, but the short of it is that the security system doesn’t offer much beyond home protection. The sensors are reliable, the security cameras are customizable and great at catching potential break-ins, and — as mentioned earlier — the monitoring center responded at an average of around 30 seconds during our break-in simulations. Those are all good markers of a solid security system.

We reviewed clips and set up home automation routines in the Ring app

However, unlike the ADT Self Setup system we reviewed, Ring isn’t big on home automation, which is now an essential part of home protection. We were able to create smart home routines with Ring using Alexa. We can say “Alexa, arm Ring” to arm our sensors, or even “Alexa, show me the front door” to access our Ring doorbell. But when it comes to integrating components like smart thermostats and smart lights into the system, we haven’t been able to do that with Ring.

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That’s not unusual for DIY security systems though. Neither SimpliSafe nor Cove offers advanced home automations either. DIY smart security systems like abode and ADT Self Setup are rare in the industry. So if you’re looking for a security system with a more robust equipment range and automation features, we recommend checking out Vivint plans, Frontpoint subscriptions, or ADT packages. Ring is suitable if you’re looking for a budget-friendly, easy-to-install, and simple-to-manage security system.

Recap: Is Ring Alarm Worth It?

Ring is a straightforward security system. It doesn’t offer a lot of bells and whistles, but Ring Alarm and Ring Alarm Pro have a solid supporting cast of security cameras and doorbell cameras.

We like how Ring’s equipment packages start cheap. They let you build out your security system without buying anything you don’t need. Ring’s prices are reasonable as well. You can get a solid security system for an average-sized home for about $500. As is the case with most security systems, adding security cameras will bloat the bottom line.

If you opt for professional monitoring, expect to pay $20 per month for the Ring AI Pro plan. While costs accumulate over time, Ring Alarm remains one of the most budget-conscious options compared to other security systems we’ve tested, offering excellent value for DIY home security.

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