Ring subscription pricing depends on which plan you choose and how many devices you want to protect

Ring offers two main subscription tiers: Ring Protect Basic and Ring Protect Plus. Basic costs $3 per month or $30 per year for one device. Plus costs $10 per month or $100 per year and covers all Ring devices at your home. A third option, Ring Protect Pro, is available in some areas and costs $20 per month or $200 per year. The exact price you pay depends on your location, which devices you own, and whether you pay monthly or annually.

Ring also offers a Ring Protect Premium plan in select markets that bundles Ring Protect Plus with professional monitoring for emergency response. This plan typically costs $20 per month but availability varies by region. Before signing up, check Ring's website or app to see which plans are available in your zip code.

Key Takeaways

  • Ring Protect Basic covers one device for $3 per month or $30 per year, while Ring Protect Plus covers unlimited devices for $10 per month or $100 per year.
  • All Ring subscription plans include video recording storage, motion alerts, and the ability to view live video from your Ring devices.
  • Paying annually instead of monthly saves you money — you pay for 10 months and get 2 months free on both Basic and Plus plans.
  • Ring Protect Pro and Premium are only available in certain areas, so you must check your location to see if they are offered where you live.
  • You can cancel your subscription at any time without penalty, and Ring will stop charging you at the end of your current billing cycle.

What Ring Protect Basic includes

Ring Protect Basic is the lowest-cost option and covers a single Ring device. It includes 30 days of cloud video storage, so you can review recorded footage from the past month. You also receive motion alerts on your phone when your Ring device detects movement, and you can view live video from your device whenever you want.

Basic does not include professional monitoring or emergency dispatch. If your Ring doorbell or camera records a break-in, you see the alert and video, but Ring does not contact police or emergency services on your behalf. This plan works well if you own one Ring device and mainly want to review video after the fact rather than respond to live threats.

What Ring Protect Plus includes

Ring Protect Plus covers all Ring devices at your home under one subscription. Like Basic, it includes 30 days of cloud video storage, motion alerts, and live video viewing. The main difference is that one Plus subscription protects your doorbell, cameras, and any other Ring devices you own, rather than just one device.

Plus also includes 24/7 professional monitoring in most areas. This means a monitoring center watches your account and can contact emergency services if your Ring device detects a break-in or other emergency. You pay an additional fee for this service — typically $10 to $15 per month on top of the Plus subscription, though some bundled plans combine both. Check with Ring to see if professional monitoring is available in your area and what the total cost would be.

Ring Protect Pro and Premium plans

Ring Protect Pro is available in select cities and costs $20 per month or $200 per year. It includes everything in Plus — unlimited device coverage and 30 days of video storage — plus professional monitoring and emergency dispatch at no additional cost. This plan is designed for people who want the most comprehensive protection and live in an area where Ring offers it.

Ring Protect Premium bundles Ring Protect Plus with professional 24/7 monitoring and emergency response. It typically costs $20 per month and is only available in certain markets. Both Pro and Premium require you to check your zip code on Ring's website to confirm availability. If these plans are not offered where you live, you can purchase Plus and add professional monitoring separately.

How to pay annually and save money

Ring allows you to pay for your subscription monthly or annually. If you choose annual billing, you pay the full year upfront but save the equivalent of two months. For example, Ring Protect Basic costs $3 per month (which would be $36 per year), but annual billing is $30 — a $6 savings. Ring Protect Plus costs $10 per month ($120 per year), but annual billing is $100 — a $20 savings.

You can switch between monthly and annual billing at any time through your Ring app or account settings. If you switch from monthly to annual mid-year, Ring will credit any remaining balance from your monthly payments toward the annual fee. If you switch from annual to monthly, your new monthly billing starts after your annual plan expires.

Devices that require a Ring subscription

Not all Ring devices require a subscription. Ring Video Doorbell and Ring Stick Up Cam models require a subscription to store video in the cloud and receive motion alerts. Ring Alarm systems do not require a subscription for basic operation — the system will still arm, disarm, and alert you to door and window sensors. However, professional monitoring of your alarm system requires a separate monitoring plan.

Ring Floodlight Cam and Spotlight Cam models also require a subscription for cloud video storage. If you do not subscribe, you can still view live video from these devices, but you will not be able to review past recordings or receive motion alerts. The subscription requirement applies whether you use Ring's cloud storage or a local storage option like a microSD card.

Canceling your Ring subscription

You can cancel your Ring subscription at any time through your Ring app or account settings. Ring does not charge a cancellation fee or require advance notice. Your cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle — if you pay monthly, you have service until the end of that month; if you pay annually, you have service until the end of that year.

After you cancel, your Ring devices will stop recording video to the cloud and you will no longer receive motion alerts. You can still view live video from your devices, but you cannot review past recordings. If you resubscribe later, your video history does not carry over — you start fresh with a new 30-day storage window.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Ring subscription to use my Ring doorbell?

You can use your Ring doorbell without a subscription to view live video, but you will not receive motion alerts or be able to review past recordings. A subscription is required for cloud video storage and notifications.

Can I use one Ring Protect Plus subscription for devices at two different addresses?

No. Ring Protect Plus covers all devices at one home address. If you own Ring devices at a second property, you need a separate subscription for that location.

What happens to my video if I cancel my subscription?

Your stored video is deleted when your subscription ends. Ring does not keep your recordings after cancellation, so read any important footage before your plan expires if you want to keep it.

Is professional monitoring included in Ring Protect Plus?

Professional monitoring is not automatically included in Plus. You can add it as an optional service, usually for $10 to $15 per month, depending on your area. Ring Protect Pro and Premium plans include monitoring in their base price.

Can I switch from monthly to annual billing mid-year?

Yes. Ring will credit any remaining balance from your monthly payments toward the annual fee. The exact credit depends on how much time is left in your current billing cycle.