Are Ring Cameras Worth It in 2025?
A Real-World Review for Aussie Homes (and Renters)
At Cyan Tech, we’ve had a lot of people asking: “Are Ring cameras actually worth the money?” Especially with the rise in online deliveries, dodgy knock-and-run types, and the fact that some of us just want to see what our dog’s doing all day — it’s a fair question.
So here’s the brutally honest, straight-up guide to Ring cameras, from someone who actually sells them locally (not a warehouse in Timbuktu).
🔍 What Is the Ring Ecosystem?
Ring is Amazon’s big play in the smart home security game. Everything is based around Wi-Fi-connected, app-controlled gear — no giant alarm boxes or confusing setups.
Their key products include:
Ring Video Doorbells (we stock the Battery Doorbell)
Spotlight & Floodlight Cams (we’ve got the Spotlight Cam Plus Battery)
Indoor cams, accessories & chimes
All managed via the Ring app on your phone
💰 Cyan Tech’s Ring Pricing
You won’t find inflated RRP pricing here — we keep it clean and competitive:
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus $180
Wireless, rechargeable, motion alerts
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Ring Spotlight Cam Plus Battery $280
Motion-activated light + 1080p camera
📦 Both include the mounting plate, charging cable, and setup help from us.
🧰 We’ll help with setup, but we don’t drill or permanently mount cameras — that's up to you or your handyman.
💸 Subscription Pricing (Because Yes, There Is One)
Ring works without a subscription — but only kind of.
You’ll still get live view and real-time alerts, but no video history, cloud storage, or snapshots.
Ring Protect Basic$5.99/month (per device)180 days video history, sharing, snapshots
Ring Protect Plus$15/month (covers all devices)Everything in Basic + extended warranty
⚠️ You’ll need this if you want to review motion or see who rang the bell last night.
🔧 Why People Love Ring (and Why It Sucks Sometimes)
Pros:
✅ Easy-to-use app
✅ Battery-powered = rental-friendly
✅ Good video quality
✅ Clean ecosystem
✅ Works with Alexa (but not great with Google)
Cons:
❌ No local storage — cloud only
❌ Subscription is borderline required
❌ Expensive if you want 3+ devices
❌ Not fully supported in AU (Ring Alarm isn't sold here)
❌ Owned by Amazon = some privacy flag
🇦🇺 Real Aussie Use-Cases
Renters: No wires? No worries. Battery models are perfect for you.
Parents: Keep an eye on your home from work, or while the kids are home.
Delivery Watchers: Tired of AusPost “sorry we missed you” notes?
Regional Users: You must have solid Wi-Fi (upload speed matters).
❗ No wired power? No problem.
But if you can’t drill? That’s a limitation. Adhesive mounts or freestanding brackets may help.
🔧 Why Buy from Cyan Tech?
We’re not a big-box store. We’re based right here in Tenterfield, NSW, and we care about:
Helping you pick the right model
Making sure your Wi-Fi and phone are ready to go
Setting it up with you (in person if you’re local)
Supporting you if something breaks or stops working
💡 We also sell other refurbished and new tech, so we can kit out your whole setup without blowing your budget.
🧠 Final Verdict: Are They Worth It?
💯 YES — If you want a simple, mobile-first system and don’t mind the cloud subscription.
🚫 NO — If you need local video storage, or a fully offline system.
At the end of the day, Ring offers one of the cleanest, most renter-friendly setups around, and with Cyan Tech pricing and setup support, you're not stuck figuring it all out alone.
Want to grab one? Hit the shop, DM us, or swing by.
📍 Local setup help available in Tenterfield & surrounds.
💬 Questions? Ask away — real humans here.