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The Ring Spotlight Cam Plus has been a great addition for home security. It was easy to set up, the battery option makes placement more flexible, and it gives good peace of mind for keeping an eye on things around the house. I like that the spotlight adds extra visibility, and the camera quality is clear enough to check activity day or night. It feels like a practical and reliable option if you want an easy-to-use outdoor security camera without dealing with hardwiring.

Great camera. Battery lasts a long time in medium traffic areas. I have 2, and I usually charge them like once every 6-8 weeks. Picture and sound quality is great. Very easy to mount. I've had these cameras for about 15 months now and I have no complaints.

I already had a Ring Video Doorbell on my front door and loved it, so I decided to add the Ring Spotlight Cam Plus (Battery) to cover the side and back of our house. After moving into our new home, I wanted to make sure we had good visibility around the entire property, and this camera was a great addition to our setup.Installation was surprisingly easy. We had it mounted and connected in no time, and the setup through the app was straightforward as well. Even if you’re not super tech-savvy, the process is simple enough to follow without any problems.We also paired it with the solar panel, which made it even better. Having the solar panel means we don’t have to constantly worry about taking the camera down to recharge the battery. It keeps the camera powered and ready to go without much maintenance, which is a huge convenience.The camera quality is really impressive. The video is clear, and it’s easy to see what’s going on around the house. The motion detection works well and the spotlight comes on every time motion is detected, which adds an extra level of security and visibility at night.Another thing I like is being able to check the camera anytime from the app. It’s nice having that peace of mind knowing we can quickly see what’s happening outside the house if we get a motion alert.Overall, this has been a great camera to have. It was easy to install, the video quality is excellent, and the spotlight feature works exactly as expected. Adding this to our security setup was definitely worth it, and I would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking to add more coverage around their home.

***UPDATE as of 2/13/26***So shortly after I posted the review below, I got an email from Jessica on the Ring support team. She wanted to review the issue and see how she could assist. It took several emails, a snow and ice storm and syncing with my handyman/electrician to investigate further. Once we finally had a meeting, I shared the Mac id with Jessica and then she politely told me that a new device will need to be sent to me. No arguing or disputing if we did anything wrong with the install. No long drawn out troubleshooting. I returned the defective camera and within a day or two, the new one was sent to me.Again, I needed time to get my handyman back to my house. Jessica was sure to contact me and said she will not close the case until the new camera is installed and all is well. That occurred today without any issues at all.So not sure I can say why the camera stopped working after a relatively short time but I am beyond impressed with the level of service rendered. I also thought the device was past the warranty. I have so many things going on that I almost told Jessica, leave me alone🫣!!! But she was beyond persistent in providing excellent service and I am so very thankful.I have had a couple of incidents at my home so do appreciate having the additional camera besides the Ring doorbell. As you have seen from the recent news, how important these devices are in getting evidence when a crime happens.Hopefully this lasts for a while and thank you Jessica and Ring!!*****Very disappointed in lifetime use. I bought it in July 2024, took me a few months to have my handyman install. Installed initially with battery use but the batteries seemed to run out very quickly and I did not want to keep climbing on a ladder to swap out. So I bought the hardwired kit in July 2025 and it successfully worked for a few months. Then it just stopped—preview not available. I worked with the electrician to try every steps suggested (reset, remove and add, check power, turn off circuit breaker, etc). Nothing worked. It kept saying software update, when done it’s online but still no preview available. I paid for almost a full year of video preview without the service. The flood light worked okay all through. When the camera worked, it was great. Both my other ring cameras worked fine.Very disappointed.

⭐ Summary:This camera has worked exactly as expected and has been a great addition to our home security setup 🔔📦 First Impressions:Setup was quick and straightforward. It connected to the Ring app easily, and since we already use Ring products, everything synced without issues.🔍 Product Details:The video quality is clear both day and night, and motion alerts have been accurate. I like being able to manage this camera alongside our other Ring devices all in one app. The battery-powered design is convenient, and the spotlight adds extra visibility and security at night.👍 Pros:• Easy setup and app connection• Clear video and reliable motion detection• Battery-powered for flexible placement• Spotlight adds extra security• Works seamlessly with other Ring devices👎 Cons:• Subscription required for full features• Battery life depends on motion frequency💭 Final Thoughts:Overall, this has been a reliable and easy-to-use camera that integrates perfectly with the Ring app. I’d recommend it to anyone already using Ring or looking for a simple, dependable outdoor camera.

My current setup is the Ring doorbell, doorbell solar charging mount, indoor chime, this Spotlight Cam Plus and the 4w solar panel (UPDATE: Replaced the doorbell cam with a plug-in Spotlight Cam Plus as the doorbell cam was getting insufficient light to stay charged).Setting everything up including the preferred settings in the Ring App was surprisingly quick & easy. Everything appears to be quality construction and the ability for the Spotlight Cam Plus to hold 2 batteries is a plus in my book.When mounted as suggested, video quality & motion detection are great, and the solar panel does a good job of keeping both batteries topped off even when mounted in a less-than-ideal location (panel facing due East is the best I can do).To mount on the vinyl siding w/o drilling any holes, I bought these from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XG17SPY?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1 , and they work very well w/the mounting holes on the camera's base. Very easy to attach or move, if need be, but be aware they're also easy to remove just by rotating the camera up 90 degrees. This makes theft easy so if you go this route be sure to mount up high where it's hard to reach.My only real complaint about this camera: I specifically chose the Spotlight Cam over the regular Outdoor Cam Plus because I wanted the motion-activated LED lights as a deterrent to would-be intruders. Unfortunately, it wasn't until after I had it mounted and set up that I learned the LED lights motion-activate only with a wired or plug-in power supply, not solar or battery. This is not mentioned anywhere in the description (not Amazon's fault) and had I been aware of this would probably have gone with the less expensive Outdoor Cam Plus for my needs.Aside from that, I would recommend this camera to anyone who is fully aware of its capabilities & limitations.4.5 stars, thumbs-up!ETA: I contacted RING tech support and after a number of tests they believe the camera's defective, the LED lights should be motion-activated even when on battery. They're sending me a replacement, I'll update this review after the new camera is installed & tested.ETA2: After another factory reset and reboot, the camera LED lights now appear to function normally. At 2am this morning they came on as they should when I entered the back patio. Research shows this is not an uncommon problem with this camera, but I still give it 5 stars.ETA3: I now have 6 of these cameras arranged around my house; 5 plugged into weatherproof exterior outlets & 1 with a solar panel, all with the dual internal backup batteries. Two of them failed early on; one with a burned-out video processor and the other died and wouldn't go into setup mode. RING was quick to help diagnose then replace them.Aside from that, I love the ease of initial setup and the abundance of monitoring/recording options. It's worth it to explore all the options, that's when these cameras come into their own. Ex: The various modes (Disarmed, Home, Away) allow you to choose when the verbal warning ('Hi, you are currently being recorded') is active. We have it 'on' at night for our front door camera or when away, but 'off' during the day when we're at home (always 'on' the other cameras when active), the indoor chime lets us know if someone approaches our front door.Also, I switch off the AI detection choices (like vehicles, people or packages) as that slows the alert response time. Adjusting the motion detection zones and sensitivity can take a little while depending.Another plus for me over other cameras I've researched is the available solar/plug-in extension cord that allowed me to best place the cameras yet still use plug-in power.Despite the two outright camera failures, I still give this camera 4.75 stars.

I’ll start by saying this is the only home security cam I’ve ever used. But i don’t have any complaints or reasons to try any other brand!What these cost are extremely reasonable, compared to the quality of the product itself & adding that peace of mind to your life! I own 2 of them, exactly the same version: one over my front door, the other on my back patio. I live in a townhouse (meaning each side of my home shares a wall with the next-door tenants, so there’s no way to have a camera on “the side of the home” but if I did have a side wall facing the outdoor world, I’d have more of these cams!)Very first time installing the first one, I spent less time than I predicted. You’ll need an electric drill to mount the base plate. They’re more sturdy than they may appear.Don’t be intimidated by the technology side of things. It’s pretty simple! You’ll need a smartphone & a monthly subscription. There are various versions with certain features. I pay $11/mo. for the basic package, and it’s all I’ve ever needed. Which is well worth it! You will also need a reliable WiFi connection at your home.On the app, you can adjust how sensitive the motion detection is (as well as many other settings). You can change the lights to be always on or off/ brightness/ motion-activated, etc. keep in mind, all these options do affect battery life. But their charge does last a surprisingly long time! 2-3 weeks at a time, I’ve noticed. It has to have a lithium battery in it (included) to operate; there’s also an option to put 2 in simultaneously, so you don’t have to swap them out as often. Batteries charge by removing it from the camera, bringing inside, plugging into a USB cable + outlet cube. That being said, you’ll want an extra battery, so the camera can stay running while the dying battery charges.The image is clear enough, I can easily tell at a quick glance if that’s the neighbor’s kid, if that’s my roommate, our usual postal service person, etc. it also has audio recording that’s very clear too. So if you ever needed (God forbid) to report to police someone was threatening you, yelling at you, etc. here’s all your evidence!Having these 2 cameras truly does bring me comfort, knowing I can be aware what’s happening at home, even while I’m traveling or at work all day. Just the simple fact that the thing lights up very bright during motion, will startle a burglar away. Much recommend!Side note: if you’re going to install any surveillance within reach of very close neighbors (like me) I think it’s legally required that you make them aware of the possibility they may inadvertently be recorded brief moments here n there. My neighbors didn’t seem to mind. Because if someone broke into their door, they could ask me for the recording. So it can be a win-win, but please let people know. Otherwise that’s kinda like “breeching privacy”.