Ring Outdoor Security Camera, 2K Video

What to know

A narrow view can leave parts of an entryway or yard outside the frame. The Ring Outdoor Cam Plus is designed to show more of a home or business with wide-angle 2K video.

It also offers Low-Light Sight for full-color viewing in near-dark conditions. Nearby street lighting is needed to illuminate the scene, so results will depend on the light around the camera.

This is a certified refurbished, like-new device: it has been tested and certified to look and work like new, and includes the same limited warranty as a new device. Keep in mind that video quality can vary with internet bandwidth and device temperature. It may arrive in generic amazon-branded packaging.

How to use it

Place the camera on a table or use the included mount to install it on a wall or ceiling. That gives you flexibility to cover a spot where you want to check activity, rather than being limited to one mounting style. The listing mentions multiple power options but does not specify them, so check that the available setup suits the location you have in mind.

When activity needs a response, Live View and Two-Way Talk let you view the camera and speak through it. For example, if someone approaches a side entrance while you’re inside, you can open Live View and respond without walking over to the door. Alexa-enabled devices can also provide custom notifications, launch video on Echo Show, or support hands-free monitoring on select devices.

Practical tips

Think about the camera’s view before choosing a spot. A wide field of view can help cover more of an area, but it still needs a clear line of sight to the place you want to monitor. For color detail after dusk, choose a position with nearby street lighting, the description does not promise full-color night vision in complete darkness.

The model is described as suitable for home or business security, so its appeal is practical rather than decorative: mount it where checking activity remotely would be useful. A solid pick if you want a camera with a wider view, two-way communication, and flexible placement. It might not be a great match if the intended location has little ambient light or an unreliable internet connection. From the way it is set up, it makes more sense for someone who values live viewing and remote response than for someone looking only for a basic camera with no interaction features.

Questions before you buy

Is this a new camera?

No. It is certified refurbished and described as tested and certified to look and work like new. The listing says it comes with the same limited warranty as a new device.

Can it be placed without wall or ceiling mounting?

Yes. It can sit on a table, or you can use the included mount on a wall or ceiling.

Does it work with Alexa?

The listing says select Alexa-enabled devices can provide custom notifications, launch video on Echo Show, and support hands-free monitoring.

Should you buy it?

Choose this Ring camera if a wide-angle 2K view, low-light color detail, and the ability to talk through Live View fit the way you plan to monitor a space. Its table placement and included mount also give you more than one installation approach. Skip it if you need dependable color viewing with no nearby light, or if you require details about power options that are not provided here. The refurbished condition is another point to weigh: it is certified to look and work like new, but it is not sold as a new device.