"Amazon owns not one, but two security camera companies, much to the vexation of many smart home enthusiasts. Ring and Blink are both Amazon brands that integrate seamlessly with Alexa's smart home ecosystem, making them perfect for Alexa users. Beyond that, they're excellent options for home security, featuring battery- and plug-in cameras designed for both indoor and outdoor use that support live viewing, two-way audio, and motion alerts."
"Specifications Cost Doorbells at $50-$260, Cameras at $60-$280 Video Doorbell at $70, Cameras at $50-$100 Product lineup Video Doorbells, Indoor/Outdoor Cameras, Mounts, Floodlight Cameras, Alarm System and sensors Video Doorbells, Indoor/Outdoor Cameras, Modular Mounts Power options Plug-in, wired, rechargeable battery, removable battery Plug-in, lithium batteries, wired floodlight camera Subscription plans Basic: $5/Month, Standard: $10/Month, Premium: $20/Month Basic: $4/Month, Plus: $12/Month"
"You should buy a Ring device if... Maria Diaz/ZDNET 1. You'd like more choices in video doorbells The biggest difference between Ring and Blink is that the latter offers a smaller lineup of more affordable products compared to the former. Blink only offers a single video doorbell model, and its product lineup is more limited compared to Ring's."
Amazon owns two security camera brands, Ring and Blink, that both integrate with Alexa and support live viewing, two-way audio, and motion alerts. Ring provides a broader selection including multiple video doorbells, indoor/outdoor cameras, mounts, floodlights, and alarm systems. Blink offers a smaller, more affordable lineup with a single video doorbell model and modular mounts. Pricing ranges show Ring doorbells $50–$260 and cameras $60–$280; Blink doorbell $70 and cameras $50–$100. Power options and subscription tiers differ, with Ring offering more variety and tiered cloud plans and Blink focusing on lower-cost hardware and simpler cloud plans. Choose Ring for choice and longevity; choose Blink for affordability.
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