Ring has been one of the biggest names in smart doorbells for years, but the company is now taking things up a notch with its new Battery Doorbell 2K.

Priced at £79.99 in the UK, the latest model promises sharper 2K video, improved coverage, enhanced zoom and the convenience of a built-in rechargeable battery. (Ring⁠)

But is this the Ring doorbell to buy in 2026?

⭐ Our verdict

Ring Battery Doorbell 2K

Price: £79.99
Video: Retinal 2K
Power: Built-in rechargeable battery
Zoom: Up to 6x enhanced zoom
Two-way talk: Yes
Night vision: Yes
Field of view: 173° diagonal
Installation: DIY

TV Tattler rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ 4.5/5

The new Ring Battery Doorbell 2K is a very appealing package for anyone wanting to add some extra security to their front door without spending a fortune.

At £79.99, it sits at a price point that makes it considerably easier to recommend than some of Ring’s more expensive models.

📷 2K video is the big upgrade

The headline feature is obviously the camera.

The Battery Doorbell 2K records in 1920 × 1920 resolution, with Ring’s Retinal 2K technology designed to provide clearer footage during both daytime and low-light conditions.

It also offers up to 6x enhanced zoom, which could be particularly useful if you need to look more closely at somebody approaching your property or a parcel that’s been left outside.

For a doorbell camera, having a square 2K image is also useful because it provides a head-to-toe view rather than simply showing somebody’s face.

👀 See more of what’s happening

Ring has given the doorbell a 140° horizontal and 140° vertical field of view, with a 173° diagonal view.

That means the camera is designed to capture a large area around your entrance, including visitors and packages closer to the ground.

This is one of those features that sounds relatively minor until you have a delivery left directly underneath the camera.

Being able to see the person and the package is exactly what you want from a doorbell.

🔋 It’s completely battery powered

One of the biggest advantages of this Ring is that you don’t necessarily need existing doorbell wiring.

The Battery Doorbell 2K has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery, allowing it to be installed without permanently wiring it into your home’s electrical system.

Ring estimates installation can take around 10 minutes, although the actual time will obviously depend on your property and where you’re mounting it.

It can also be connected to existing compatible doorbell wiring for trickle charging, and Ring says compatible solar accessories can be used too.

📱 See who’s at your door from anywhere

As you’d expect from a modern Ring doorbell, you can use the Ring app to see what’s happening outside your home.

The doorbell supports Live View and two-way talk, meaning you can see, hear and speak to someone at your front door through your phone.

That could be useful when you’re upstairs, at work or simply don’t want to answer the door.

A delivery driver arrives while you’re out?

You can potentially speak to them through the doorbell rather than wondering whether they’ve left your parcel somewhere safe.

🚨 Motion alerts

The doorbell can also send alerts when motion is detected.

This turns it from simply a smart doorbell into another way of keeping an eye on what’s happening around your home.

Of course, motion alerts can become irritating if your front door is next to a busy pavement.

Nobody wants their phone constantly buzzing because somebody walked past the house.

Fortunately, Ring provides motion-related settings that allow you to adjust how the device behaves.

🌙 What about at night?

Night-time performance is another important consideration with any security camera.

The Battery Doorbell 2K includes night vision, while Ring says its Retinal 2K technology is designed to provide clearer footage in low-light conditions.

So whether somebody arrives at lunchtime or knocks on your door after dark, the camera is designed to keep recording useful footage.

💷 £79.99 — good value?

This could be where the new Ring really makes sense.

The official UK price is currently £79.99, making it considerably cheaper than Ring’s more premium 2K Plus model, which is listed at £149.99.

For £79.99, you’re getting:

• 2K video
• Up to 6x enhanced zoom
• Head-to-toe coverage
• Night vision
• Motion detection
• Two-way talk
• Rechargeable battery
• DIY installation

That’s quite a lot of functionality for the money.

There is also a £99.99 bundle with a Ring Chime 3rd Gen, which may be worth considering if you want an indoor audible alert rather than relying entirely on your phone.

⚠️ There’s one thing to remember

As with many Ring products, it’s worth looking carefully at the subscription options before buying.

The doorbell itself provides the hardware and live functionality, but some of Ring’s more advanced recording and video-history features are tied to its Ring Protect plans.

So the £79.99 purchase price isn’t necessarily the only cost you’ll need to consider if you want the complete Ring experience.

🆚 What about the 2K Plus?

This is probably the biggest question for potential buyers.

The Battery Doorbell 2K Plus costs £149.99, nearly twice the price of the standard 2K.

The Plus model adds features including improved low-light performance, adaptive night vision and a quick-release battery pack.

But for someone who simply wants a good-quality smart doorbell with 2K video, the standard Battery Doorbell 2K is considerably less expensive.

That makes the cheaper model particularly interesting.

🏆 Final verdict

The new Ring Battery Doorbell 2K looks like a strong option for anyone who wants to make their home a little smarter without spending hundreds of pounds.

The 2K camera, wide head-to-toe view, enhanced zoom, night vision and two-way communication cover all the basics you’d expect from a modern smart doorbell.

And the fact that it’s battery powered means installation doesn’t necessarily require an electrician.

At £79.99, the price is arguably one of its biggest attractions.

👍 What we like

✅ 2K video quality
✅ Up to 6x enhanced zoom
✅ Wide head-to-toe view
✅ Night vision
✅ Two-way talk
✅ Rechargeable battery
✅ Easy DIY installation
✅ £79.99 starting price

👎 What could be better

❌ Battery needs to be recharged eventually
❌ Some features require a Ring Protect subscription
❌ Standard 2K model doesn’t have all the features of the more expensive 2K Plus

⭐ TV Tattler verdict: 4.5/5

The Ring Battery Doorbell 2K offers a lot of smart-home technology for £79.99.

It isn’t the most advanced doorbell Ring makes, but it doesn’t need to be.

For someone who wants a reliable-looking, feature-packed smart doorbell without spending £150–£200+, the Battery Doorbell 2K is a very interesting option.

If your interested in buying the Ring Battery Doorbell 2K you can browse or buy it here.

Would you buy the new Ring Battery Doorbell 2K for £79.99?