The new Ring Stick Up Cams are back and better than ever, but before you snatch up one — or four — for your home, you should be aware that not all Ring Stick Up Cams are created equal. We've looked beyond the names and the power sources to see the differences you need to know about before you buy.
Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In
Versatile viewer
Pros
Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In offers you a wide field of view and a continous stream of live footage so long as your power doesn't go out. It doesn't have to be completely tethered to the outlet though, as you can add on a battery pack for when the power goes out. It also works inside and out.
Ring Stick Up Cam Battery
Cut the cord
Pros
This battery-powered Ring camera isn't chained down to an outlet, allowing you to mount it outside even if you lack outside power. The Ring Stick Up Cam Battery is also excellent for using inside your home, where it can be easily moved between rooms or hidden away to see if the pet sitter is actually taking Fluffy for walks or just enjoying your cable.
Normally, the battery-powered version of a smart camera is the more flexible and desirable model, but the Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In can provide added peace of mind with a continous power supply.
Conveniences and headaches for each
Pictured: Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In.
All Ring Stick Up Cams are 1080p, "weather resistant," internet-connected security cameras with remote-activated sirens to scare off intruders, infrared Night Vision for seeing in the dark, and affordable subscription plans through Ring Protect for 60 days of access to video recordings. Where the four Ring Stick Up Cams vary — the Plug-In, the Battery, the Elite, and the Solar — is primarily in how they are powered.
The Ring Cam Plug-In is powered by an AC adapter that plugs into a standard power outlet, though you can purchase a Quick-Release Battery Pack separately. The Ring Stick Up Cam Battery is powered by Quick Release Battery Packs and cannot be used while the Battery Pack recharges, though you can purchase an Indoor/Outdoor Power adapter or Solar Panel separately. If you want to keep the Battery model online during the 5-10 hours it takes a Battery Pack to recharge, you'll have to buy a second Quick Release Battery Pack.
Pictured: Ring Stick Up Cam Battery.
For all intents and purposes, these two devices are essentially the exact same camera. The only meaningful difference is how they are powered out of the box. If you need to put a camera in a spot that is not accessible to a standard power outlet, then go for the Stick Up Cam Battery. The drawback here is that you'll have to periodically change the battery, and you will want to have a back-up available. Of course, you can also purchase an or separately to keep the currents flowing.
If you are going to put this camera in a place that is easily accessible to a standard power outlet, then go ahead and get the Stick Up Cam Plug-In. Again, you can always purchase the to have as an insurance policy for if/when the power goes out, but as long as you're connected and the power is on, you're good to go.
Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-in
Cheaper than ever
Same great features and peace of mind
The new Ring Stick Up Cam is the kind of upgrade we like. It has all of the same great features of its predecessor, like 1080p HD video, two-way talk, and real-time notifications. The best part? It's 30% cheaper than before, making it even more accessible for everyone.
Ring Stick Up Cam Battery
Cut the cord
If you need a camera that can go beyond the AC outlets.
If you need your Stick Up Cam in an area that doesn't have outlets nearby — or you want to flexibility of being able to move the Stick Up Cam easily from location to location within your home — the Battery version may have a smaller camera sensor, but it will work where Wired cams will not.
Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In
Versatile viewer
Pros
- Works indoors and outdoors
- Built-in siren to ward off intruders
- Excellent Amazon Alexa, Echo integration
- Battery pack (sold separately)
- Has to be near power
- No video recordings without subscription
- No 24/7 recording option
Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In offers you a wide field of view and a continous stream of live footage so long as your power doesn't go out. It doesn't have to be completely tethered to the outlet though, as you can add on a battery pack for when the power goes out. It also works inside and out.
Ring Stick Up Cam Battery
Cut the cord
Pros
- Works indoors and outdoors
- Wire-free setup with battery pack
- Built-in siren to ward off intruders
- Good Amazon Alexa integration
- If batteries die, so does your feed
- No video recordings without subscription
- No 24/7 recording option
This battery-powered Ring camera isn't chained down to an outlet, allowing you to mount it outside even if you lack outside power. The Ring Stick Up Cam Battery is also excellent for using inside your home, where it can be easily moved between rooms or hidden away to see if the pet sitter is actually taking Fluffy for walks or just enjoying your cable.
Normally, the battery-powered version of a smart camera is the more flexible and desirable model, but the Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In can provide added peace of mind with a continous power supply.
Conveniences and headaches for each
Pictured: Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In.
All Ring Stick Up Cams are 1080p, "weather resistant," internet-connected security cameras with remote-activated sirens to scare off intruders, infrared Night Vision for seeing in the dark, and affordable subscription plans through Ring Protect for 60 days of access to video recordings. Where the four Ring Stick Up Cams vary — the Plug-In, the Battery, the Elite, and the Solar — is primarily in how they are powered.
The Ring Cam Plug-In is powered by an AC adapter that plugs into a standard power outlet, though you can purchase a Quick-Release Battery Pack separately. The Ring Stick Up Cam Battery is powered by Quick Release Battery Packs and cannot be used while the Battery Pack recharges, though you can purchase an Indoor/Outdoor Power adapter or Solar Panel separately. If you want to keep the Battery model online during the 5-10 hours it takes a Battery Pack to recharge, you'll have to buy a second Quick Release Battery Pack.
| Ring Stick Up Cam Wired | Ring Stick Up Cam Battery | |
|---|---|---|
| Weather-proofing | "Weather resistant" | "Weather resistant" |
| Power options | AC adapter/plug | Quick Release Battery Pack |
| Internet options | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Camera field of range | 110° horizontal 57° vertical | 110° horizontal 57° vertical |
| Video quality | 1080p | 1080p |
| Customizable motion detection |  | |
Pictured: Ring Stick Up Cam Battery.
For all intents and purposes, these two devices are essentially the exact same camera. The only meaningful difference is how they are powered out of the box. If you need to put a camera in a spot that is not accessible to a standard power outlet, then go for the Stick Up Cam Battery. The drawback here is that you'll have to periodically change the battery, and you will want to have a back-up available. Of course, you can also purchase an or separately to keep the currents flowing.
If you are going to put this camera in a place that is easily accessible to a standard power outlet, then go ahead and get the Stick Up Cam Plug-In. Again, you can always purchase the to have as an insurance policy for if/when the power goes out, but as long as you're connected and the power is on, you're good to go.
Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-in
Cheaper than ever
Same great features and peace of mind
The new Ring Stick Up Cam is the kind of upgrade we like. It has all of the same great features of its predecessor, like 1080p HD video, two-way talk, and real-time notifications. The best part? It's 30% cheaper than before, making it even more accessible for everyone.
Ring Stick Up Cam Battery
Cut the cord
If you need a camera that can go beyond the AC outlets.
If you need your Stick Up Cam in an area that doesn't have outlets nearby — or you want to flexibility of being able to move the Stick Up Cam easily from location to location within your home — the Battery version may have a smaller camera sensor, but it will work where Wired cams will not.