{"id":323589,"date":"2025-11-07T21:45:57","date_gmt":"2025-11-08T02:45:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/?page_id=120768"},"modified":"2025-11-07T21:45:58","modified_gmt":"2025-11-08T02:45:58","slug":"ring-alarm-review","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/ring-alarm-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Ring Alarm Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"review\" title=\"Ring Alarm Review\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ring now sells two DIY security systems in the U.S.: Ring Alarm (2nd gen) and <a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/products\/alarm-pro-base-station\">Ring Alarm Pro<\/a>. Both can be professionally monitored through Ring Protect Pro at about <a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/protect-plans\">$20\/month or $200\/year<\/a>, and both use Z\u2011Wave sensors linked to a base station with a built\u2011in siren and battery backup. Alarm Pro adds an integrated eero Wi\u2011Fi 6 router, optional local video via Ring Edge with a microSD card, and <em>24\/7 Backup Internet<\/em> so your home network can fail over to LTE during ISP outages (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/ring-alarm-pro\">PCMag<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/products\/alarm-pro-base-station\">product page<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Day to day, you get strong value and broad Alexa integration. The <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/store.ring.com\/neighbors\" target=\"_blank\">Neighbors app<\/a> keeps you aware of local safety activity; and since early 2024, police can no longer request user videos through Neighbors\u2014agencies must use legal process or obtain consent outside the app (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.ring.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360031356531-Public-Safety-Agency-Features-in-the-Neighbors-App\">Ring support<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theverge.com\">news coverage<\/a>). Ring also requires two\u2011step verification for accounts and offers optional video end\u2011to\u2011end encryption on supported cameras\/doorbells (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.ring.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360052420132-Video-End-to-End-Encryption-from-Ring\">Ring E2EE<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrbuilditandmrsstyleit.com\/\">Mr. Build It<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>&#8220;Alarm Pro\u2019s base station doubles as an eero Wi\u2011Fi 6 router and enables <em>24\/7 Backup Internet<\/em> for outages, which is rare at this price point&#8221; (<a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/products\/alarm-pro-base-station\">Ring<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/ring-alarm-pro\">PCMag<\/a>).<\/li><li>&#8220;Ring\u2019s first\u2011party <a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/products\/glass-break-sensor\">Glass Break Sensor<\/a> and plug\u2011in Range Extender make coverage easier in large rooms\/homes.&#8221;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>&#8220;Wireless gear still depends on placement and range; Range Extenders help, but signal hiccups or app glitches can occur like with any DIY system.&#8221;<\/li><li>&#8220;Ring Alarm sensors are Z\u2011Wave and Alexa\u2011centric\u2014Ring hasn\u2019t announced broad Matter support for Alarm sensors as of late 2024&#8221; (<a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/products\/alarm-pro-base-station\">Ring<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/csa-iot.org\/all-solutions\/matter\/\">CSA Matter<\/a>).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Louis, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"DefendItYourself.com (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/defendityourself.com\" target=\"_blank\">DefendItYourself.com<\/a>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>&#8220;Among major brands, Ring\u2019s pro monitoring price is tough to beat\u2014Protect Pro is about <a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/protect-plans\">$20\/month or $200\/year<\/a>.&#8221;<\/li><li>&#8220;Hardware is reliable when sensors stay within Z\u2011Wave range and Wi\u2011Fi coverage is solid, especially with Alarm Pro\u2019s eero.&#8221;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>&#8220;After past privacy issues, the FTC required stronger controls in 2023; Ring now mandates two\u2011step verification and offers optional E2EE for video&#8221; (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftc.gov\">FTC<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/support.ring.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360052420132-Video-End-to-End-Encryption-from-Ring\">Ring E2EE<\/a>).<\/li><li>&#8220;Feature updates roll out frequently; occasionally a change introduces bugs that need fixes.&#8221;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/juliejacobson?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\">Julie Jacobson<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>&#8220;Plans are contract\u2011free and affordable\u2014Protect Pro adds 24\/7 monitoring, LTE backup for the base station, and camera benefits for one location&#8221; (<a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/protect-plans\">Ring Protect<\/a>).<\/li><li>&#8220;Ring\u2019s cameras integrate tightly with the alarm; you can auto\u2011record on alarms and manage privacy zones and motion zones.&#8221;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>&#8220;Starter kits include only a few entry and motion sensors; most homes will add extra contact sensors to cover all doors\/windows.&#8221;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/shanecreates?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\">Shane Whatley<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>&#8220;The Ring app supports Home\/Away modes, entry\/exit delays, Mode Schedules, geofence arming reminders, and SOS from the app&#8221; (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.ring.com\/\">Ring Support<\/a>).<\/li><li>&#8220;Alarm Pro enables optional local video via Ring Edge with a microSD card for privacy\u2011minded setups&#8221; (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/ring-alarm-pro\">PCMag<\/a>).<\/li><li>&#8220;Kits include a Range Extender to help keep Z\u2011Wave sensors connected across larger homes.&#8221;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>&#8220;Cellular backup for the alarm requires Protect Pro; Alarm Pro\u2019s 24\/7 Backup Internet includes a monthly cellular data allotment with pay\u2011as\u2011you\u2011go overages&#8221; (<a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/protect-plans\">Ring Protect<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/ring-alarm-pro\">PCMag<\/a>).<\/li><li>&#8220;Third\u2011party device support is curated, and Ring hasn\u2019t announced broad Matter support for Alarm sensors yet&#8221; (<a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/products\/alarm-pro-base-station\">Ring<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/csa-iot.org\/all-solutions\/matter\/\">CSA Matter<\/a>).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"ring-security-overview\" title=\"Overview\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ring Alarm (4.5\/5)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>DIY security with dual\u2011path connectivity, Alexa integration, and optional local video on Alarm Pro<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table table table-striped table-bordered table--bordered-top\"><table class=\"\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Plans<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Availability<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Prices Starting At<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Contract Length<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.ring.com\/products\/alarm-security-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Alarm Security Kit (five pieces)<\/a><\/td><td>Nationwide&nbsp;<\/td><td>Varies by promotion (see site)<\/td><td>Month-to-month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Alarm Security Kit (10 pieces)<\/td><td>Nationwide<\/td><td>Varies by promotion (see site)<\/td><td>Month-to-month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Alarm Security Kit (14 pieces)<\/td><td>Nationwide<\/td><td>Varies by promotion (see site)<\/td><td>Month-to-month<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plans<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Clear tiers: video-only (Basic\/Plus) vs. full monitoring (Pro)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ring\u2019s subscriptions split cleanly between video storage and full alarm monitoring. <a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/protect-plans\">Ring Protect<\/a> Basic and Plus focus on camera\/doorbell features (cloud video recording and rich notifications) and do <em>not<\/em> include professional monitoring for Ring Alarm. <strong>Ring Protect Pro<\/strong> (about $20\/month or $200\/year) adds 24\/7 professional monitoring for Ring Alarm, LTE cellular backup for the base station, and includes camera benefits for an unlimited number of Ring cameras at one location in the U.S.; details can vary by region, so check the current Protect page for inclusions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Equipment comes in three common kits: 5\u2011piece (base station, keypad, 1 motion, 1 contact, 1 range extender), 10\u2011piece (adds more contacts\/motion), and 14\u2011piece (more door\/window coverage). Pricing changes frequently due to promotions, but kits generally run from the low\u2011$200s to $300+ while Alarm Pro bundles cost more due to the built\u2011in eero and local video options (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/ring-alarm-pro\">PCMag<\/a>). Accessories include first\u2011party devices like the <a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/products\/glass-break-sensor\">Glass Break Sensor<\/a>, Flood &amp; Freeze sensor, Smoke\/CO Listener, and compatible Z\u2011Wave smart locks (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.ring.com\/\">Ring Support<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Professional monitoring covers intrusion and SOS signals, with fire\/CO dispatch enabled when you add compatible devices (e.g., Smoke\/CO Listener). Flood\/Freeze typically triggers notifications and a monitoring call rather than emergency dispatch unless specified by current policies (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.ring.com\/\">Ring Support<\/a>). Alarm Pro uniquely offers <em>24\/7 Backup Internet<\/em> for your home network with a monthly cellular data allotment included in Protect Pro and pay\u2011as\u2011you\u2011go rates for overages (<a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/protect-plans\">Ring Protect<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/ring-alarm-pro\">PCMag<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who is each plan best for?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.ring.com\/products\/alarm-security-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Alarm Security Kit (five pieces)<\/a> &#8211; Apartments\/condos and small homes that need a base station, keypad, and coverage for a single entry and a main living area.<\/li><li>Alarm Security Kit (10 pieces) &#8211; Multi\u2011entry homes that need more contact sensors and a second motion detector.<\/li><li>Alarm Security Kit (14 pieces) &#8211; Larger homes wanting broad door\/window coverage out of the box (more contact sensors).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Availability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ring offers nationwide DIY availability with optional month\u2011to\u2011month professional monitoring via Protect Pro, so you can move without breaking a long contract (<a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/protect-plans\">Ring Protect<\/a>). This flexibility compares well with DIY rivals like SimpliSafe and ADT Self Setup, which also sell no\u2011contract monitoring tiers (<a href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/monitoring\">SimpliSafe<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adt.com\">ADT Self Setup<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Smart\u2011home integration centers on Alexa and supported Z\u2011Wave locks. As of late 2024, Ring has not broadly announced Matter support for Alarm sensors; Alarm Pro\u2019s eero handles Wi\u2011Fi, and many eero models serve as Thread Border Routers for Matter devices in general, but Ring\u2019s alarm sensors themselves remain Z\u2011Wave (<a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/products\/alarm-pro-base-station\">Ring<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/csa-iot.org\/all-solutions\/matter\/\">CSA Matter<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/developers.home.google.com\/\">Google Home developers<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"stats \" title=\"Ring Stats\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ring Home Security Review<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contract &amp; Pricing (5\/5)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Protect Pro bundles 24\/7 professional monitoring for about <a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/protect-plans\">$20\/month or $200\/year<\/a>. Plans are month\u2011to\u2011month with no long\u2011term contract, and Ring offers a <a href=\"https:\/\/store.ring.com\/terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">30-day, money-back guarantee<\/a>. Practice Mode helps new monitoring accounts reduce false alarms during the first week, and some cities require alarm permits\u2014Ring provides guidance during setup (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.ring.com\/\">Ring Support<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Ring remains one of the lowest\u2011cost options for full professional monitoring.&#8221; &#8211; Louis, DefendItYourself.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Monitoring plans are contract\u2011free and affordable.&#8221; &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/juliejacobson?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Julie Jacobson<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Customer Service (4\/5)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Expect modern, omnichannel support: knowledge base articles, community forums, web forms, and live assistance with phone and chat, increasingly backed by AI for faster routing and answers (<a href=\"https:\/\/support.ring.com\/\">Ring Support<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zendesk.com\/cx-trends\/\">CX trends 2025<\/a>). Across industries, satisfaction varies\u2014telecom\/ISP remains among the lowest\u2011scoring categories, underscoring why self\u2011service plus quick escalation matters (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.acsi.org\">ACSI reports<\/a>). For a third\u2011party snapshot of recent feedback, see Ring\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/ca\/santa-monica\/profile\/security-cameras\/ring-1216-258909\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">BBB profile<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Ring is good to its customers, I love its flexible policies and access to support.&#8221; &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/juliejacobson?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Julie Jacobson<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ease of Installation (5\/5)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ring is designed for DIY. Most sensors are peel\u2011and\u2011stick, and setup flows through the app with step\u2011by\u2011step guides. Many users complete a kit in well under an hour, and Ring offers concise <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=37Hb_rNADCg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">video tutorials <\/a>for common tasks. Alarm bases include battery backup; with Protect Pro, the alarm also gets LTE backup. Alarm Pro adds eero Wi\u2011Fi 6 routing, optional Ring Power Pack accessories for extended backup, and local video options via Ring Edge (<a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/products\/alarm-pro-base-station\">Ring<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/support.ring.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/115001912086-How-to-Physically-Install-Your-Ring-Video-Doorbell-with-an-Existing-Doorbell\" target=\"_blank\">Installing the Ring Video Doorbell <\/a>can involve low\u2011voltage wiring, whereas most Ring Alarm sensors\/keypads simply adhere to surfaces or plug in and join via the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ring\u2019s equipment takes the same easy DIY approach seen with SimpliSafe and ADT Self Setup, but Alarm Pro\u2019s networking and cellular failover features stand out in this price tier (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.adt.com\">ADT Self Setup<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/monitoring\">SimpliSafe<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/ring-alarm-pro\">PCMag<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;You can&#8217;t really go wrong with setting up your system. With the range extender, you don&#8217;t have to worry about where you&#8217;re placing your hub.&#8221; &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/shanecreates?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Shane Whatley<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"comparison\" title=\"Ring Alarm vs. Other Providers\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ring Alarm vs. Other Providers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table table table-striped table-bordered table--bordered-top\"><table class=\"\"><tbody><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Prices starting at<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Monitoring options<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Installation options<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/vivint-review\/\">Vivint<\/a><\/td><td>$39.99\/month (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivint.com\">source<\/a>)<\/td><td>Professional<\/td><td>Professional<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a class=\"achor-toggles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/simplisafe-review\/\">SimpliSafe<\/a><\/td><td>$19.99\u2013$29.99\/month (<a href=\"https:\/\/simplisafe.com\/monitoring\">source<\/a>)<\/td><td>DIY and Professional<\/td><td>DIY and professional<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/adt-review\/\">Blue by ADT<\/a><\/td><td>$24.99\/month (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.adt.com\">source<\/a>)<\/td><td>Professional<\/td><td>DIY<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Further Reading<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/simplisafe-vs-ring\/\">SimpliSafe vs. Ring<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/nest-vs-ring\/\">Nest vs. Ring<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/security-systems\/frontpoint-security-review\/\">Frontpoint Home Security Review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n  <style>\n    .myFinance-widget {\n    min-height: 670px;\n    }\n  <\/style>\n  <div class=\"myFinance-widget\" data-widget-id=\"7c9fe833-dde7-4eb5-b71f-d741b8cccd66\" data-campaign=\"reviews-non-monitored-security\"><\/div>\n\n<script async=\"\" type=\"text\/javascript\" id=\"myFinance-widget-script\">\n  !function () {function e() {var s = \"myFinance-widget-ad-script\";if (!document.getElementById(s)) {var e = document.createElement(\"script\"), n = document.getElementById(\"myFinance-widget-script\"), a = t + \"widget\/myFinance.js\";e.id = s, e.type = \"text\/javascript\", e.async = !0, e.src = a, n.parentNode.insertBefore(e, n);}var c = \"myFinance-widget-css\";if (!document.getElementById(c)) {var d = document.getElementsByTagName(\"head\")[0], i = document.createElement(\"link\");i.id = c, i.rel = \"stylesheet\", i.type = \"text\/css\", i.href = t + \"widget\/myFinance.css\", i.media = \"all\", d.appendChild(i)}}var t = \"https:\/\/static.myfinance.com\/\";document.attachEvent ? document.attachEvent(\"onreadystatechange\", function () {\"complete\" === document.readyState && e()}) : document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", e, !1)}();\n<\/script>\n\n            <span class=\"b-toc-anchor\" id=\"faqs\" title=\"FAQs\"><\/span>\n    \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does Ring offer professional installation?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ring builds its systems for DIY setup with in\u2011app guides and short how\u2011to videos, so most households won\u2019t need a technician. If you prefer help, you can still hire a local installer or electrician, but Ring monitoring and warranty don\u2019t require pro installation (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=37Hb_rNADCg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">video tutorials<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/support.ring.com\/\">Ring Support<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does Ring rely on my Wi-Fi connection?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The base station connects via Ethernet or Wi\u2011Fi and includes a backup battery (typically up to roughly a day). With <a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/protect-plans\">Protect Pro<\/a>, the alarm gains LTE cellular backup so it stays connected to the monitoring center during broadband outages. If you use <a href=\"https:\/\/ring.com\/products\/alarm-pro-base-station\">Ring Alarm Pro<\/a>, <em>24\/7 Backup Internet<\/em> can also keep your home network online using cellular data; Protect Pro includes a monthly data allotment, and extra data is charged pay\u2011as\u2011you\u2011go (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/reviews\/ring-alarm-pro\">PCMag<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ring now sells two DIY security systems in the U.S.: Ring Alarm (2nd gen) and Ring Alarm Pro. Both can be professionally monitored through Ring Protect Pro at about $20\/month or $200\/year, and both use Z\u2011Wave sensors linked to a base station with a built\u2011in siren and battery backup. 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