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Ring Doorbell 3 + Chime $149 Delivered @ Costco (Membership Required)

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Ring Doorbell 3 + Chime $149 Delivered @ Costco (Membership Required)
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maverickjohn on 06/04/2023 - 07:39 costco.com.au (2538 clicks)
Last edited 06/04/2023 - 09:44 by 1 other user

I found this amazing deal a few days ago and linked it in the Google nest bell .
But thought it deserves a post on its own
The Ring video Doorbell 3 RRP is $299, on sale at Amazon for $199. The ring chime RRP is $59. Combined RRP of $358. You get both of them for $149.
My order arrived yesterday and received both items.

Furthermore after registering the doorbell, ring also gave me a code for a free faceplate for the doorbell valued at $25. Total RRP will now be $383.
All of these include free delivery.

N.B. ring requires a subscription to keep your surveillance recording. https://ring.com/au/en/protect-plans

UPDATE: Please note you can use this device without a subscription. Please use the above link to see benefits of subscription.. things such as 180 day recording is what you would benefit with subscription.
Things such as Live alerts, 2 way voice over, Live view are all available without a subscription
Here is a comparison of no sub vs the two tiers of sub https://support.ring.com/hc/en-au/articles/360022109691-Ring…

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  • blupool on 06/04/2023 - 07:50
    +7

    Dont forget you need to pay subs fee

    • maverickjohn on 06/04/2023 - 07:53
      +1

      Yeah I already have 4 spotlight cam so it's all good from my end. But good point I'll add that info. Note its optional not mandatory

    • [Deactivated] on 06/04/2023 - 08:09
      +13

      The worst thing about Ring.

      • Andreu on 06/04/2023 - 08:12
        +2

        yeah. it works if you have multiple products with them like maverickjohn.

        I moved to Unifi doorbell from Ring Doorbell because I have the wifi and cameras setup already.

        I prefer the local storage option for my cameras.

        • [Deactivated] on 06/04/2023 - 08:14
          +2

          Unifi is tempting because I have all their network gear, but it's all or nothing.
          Personally I use Frigate + cheap IP cameras (on a blocked VLAN), then route into homekit as needed.

          • Andreu on 06/04/2023 - 10:00

            @[Deactivated]: time to get the Dream Machine Pro. ^_^

            I bit the bullet and never looked back. :)

        • niknikniknik on 06/04/2023 - 08:59

          +1 for unifi protect. Their doorbell features need to be improved though, such as familiar face detection etc. Hopefully g4 pro doorbell brings this with an update or a newer version with POE allows.

          • Andreu on 06/04/2023 - 10:02

            @niknikniknik: The G4 Instant is a letdown to me.

            Was going to upgrade my old G3 flex but I'm wondering how am I going to wire a usb-c to the camera I have no idea.

            • niknikniknik on 06/04/2023 - 12:31

              @Andreu: The instant is probably for use in a spot where a camera is nice to have and not a requirement. From my understanding it is wifi only and the USB C cable is just for power. For the important spots, the PoE (power + data) cameras are the ones to get.

        • pranksta on 06/04/2023 - 10:53

          Which unifi doorbell do you have/recommend?

          • niknikniknik on 06/04/2023 - 12:36

            @pranksta: G4 doorbell will do for most. Data over wifi and power via a wired AC doorbell power supply.

            The G4 Pro doorbell offers POE (data + power) via a USB C adapter, which offers more robust connectivity than wifi only. It still works with AC doorbell power and wifi though. Also has an extra downwards facing camera for packages. It is double the price though. I have a unifi bullet covering the front of the house, so don't really need the doorbell to be a robust recording device. G4 doorbell standard works for me. If the doorbell is also your primary camera source then perhaps the G4 Pro doorbell is worth it.

      • idonotknowwhy on 06/04/2023 - 09:22

        No the worst thing about Ring is their motion sensors don't wake the camera up until a few seconds later.
        If I run past a ring camera, it won't see me at all.

        • [Deactivated] on 06/04/2023 - 09:27
          +3

          nods and writes this down

  • pacificstorm on 06/04/2023 - 07:57

    👍

  • superroach on 06/04/2023 - 08:02
    +2

    Besides the shady way amazon let police into these, they are very solid pieces of hardware.

  • Devastator0 on 06/04/2023 - 08:15
    +2

    Aren't these also like a big network security risk? I thought I had read somewhere that they can essentially create easy attack vectors into your home network.

    • maverickjohn on 06/04/2023 - 08:25
      +1

      Not anymore, That was an issue with the first gen camera's. There has been no incidents to my knowledge since then.
      But obviously you go into these ecosystems knowing that they are online based. The same goes for Arlo and Google nest services

  • Zippy7 on 06/04/2023 - 08:26
    +1

    Good deal for Ring - it's cheaper than the basic Wired Ring doorbell and Chime package.

    • dwarves on 06/04/2023 - 08:29
      +2

      IMHO no deal is a good deal for Ring given the forced sub fees. And I say that as a Ring owner

      • maverickjohn on 06/04/2023 - 08:34
        +3

        You are forced with Google nest and Netgear Arlo as well, so its not unique to Ring. I'm not trying to promote ring over others, but its important to highlight the sub requirement exists in other ecosystems. Also you can use without subscription, it just means you wont get benefits such as 180 day recordings.

  • sk50 on 06/04/2023 - 08:30
    +7

    A quick search on amazon, noticed ring chime is selling for $19, rrp$59. Pro is $49, rrp$89, if anyone interested.

  • 02LyW on 06/04/2023 - 08:33

    OP, what do you mean you linked it in the Google nest bell?

  • pizzapock3t on 06/04/2023 - 08:39
    +2

    For the reason of not wanting to sub decided on eufy 2k doorbell, so far has been excellent and the app is really intuitive and obviously not having to subscribe is the big winner. If anyone was on the fence between the 2, I’ve also had a ring doorbell and so far the eufy is much better.

    • Devastator0 on 06/04/2023 - 08:42
      +4

      Isn't eufy the company that allowed anyone to un-securely view anyone elses footage via their web portal?

      • pizzapock3t on 06/04/2023 - 08:44

        Could be, I haven’t seen any info on that but will look it up

        Looks to be that it was an oversight as 0.1% of people use the online portal. The app has always been end to end encryption and the online portal will also be end to end.

        Source https://www.zdnet.com/google-amp/article/anker-admits-eufy-c…

        • avmayne on 06/04/2023 - 09:02
          +1

          I had a Eufy 2k doorbell which was stolen recently. Their support had no way to track or lock down the device. It can be taken and used on another home base.

          • idonotknowwhy on 06/04/2023 - 09:27

            @avmayne: LOL what? People steal these doorbells with camera in them??

            Yeah you'd think the company would be able to blacklist the serial of any stolen devices, rendering them useless…

            • avmayne on 06/04/2023 - 10:00

              @idonotknowwhy: They are really easy to steal. takes 5 seconds to rip it off the mount like my thief did. The night vision camera also isn't good enough to show the thiefs face. I have a street light right outside but it was still too low quality for the police to use for facial recognition.

          • Wasabi Ninja on 06/04/2023 - 12:18

            @avmayne: Surely they’d have the same conditions as Ring?

            From the ring website
            “If your Ring Security Camera or Video Doorbell product is stolen at any time after your purchase, Ring will replace the stolen device at no charge to you.”

            Unfortunately my eufy cameras weren’t stolen. They just stole the hub.

  • mlburnian on 06/04/2023 - 08:40
    +1

    So only worth if using as subscription service. Wouldn’t Imou be better for that? Also if someone is breaking into your property, they are probably not going to enter through the front door

    • maverickjohn on 06/04/2023 - 08:42
      +2

      If you have Ring hardware in your house you are already paying a subscription.
      You also can use this without subscription as an FYI
      "Is a Ring Protect Plan required to use my Ring products?
      No. Your Ring products provide their standard features (instant alerts, Live View, Two-Way Talk, and so on) without any subscription. Ring Protect Plans simply offer additional features for those who want them." from their ring protect site
      Have a look at the link in the OP to see benefits of protect. Things like 180 day recording was the main perk i wanted. as i would like to retrospectively look at something if for example i am overseas for an extended period of time

      I have amended OP once again to highlight that subscription is optional but to use the link to see the perks of subscription

  • Maglia Nera on 06/04/2023 - 08:50

    Does this Ring need to be wired in or runs off a battery

    • maverickjohn on 06/04/2023 - 08:51
      +3

      Runs off battery, You can also get a solar charger (Although they arent on sale now). The chime runs of mains

      • Maglia Nera on 06/04/2023 - 08:58
        +1

        thanks - just bought one for the in-laws place

      • d2567 on 06/04/2023 - 08:59
        +2

        We have 3 wired and 3 on solar.
        Used to only have batteries but the high use areas were lasting about 2 months and the other about 4 months.
        Since we added solar they seem to stay at 98-100%. Had solar about 2 years now. Solar costs about the same as a spare battery but means you are not climbing up ladders regularly to change battery.

        • maverickjohn on 06/04/2023 - 09:01
          +1

          Yeah i got solar panels for my 4 spotlight cam, best investment for them.
          Waiting for a good price on the doorbell solar charger

        • idonotknowwhy on 06/04/2023 - 09:23

          Was there a performance difference running off mains vs battery?
          Particularly with the 'boot up' time when motion activates the device?

          • d2567 on 06/04/2023 - 10:57
            +1

            @idonotknowwhy: 3 cameras out the front( doorbell wired,spotlight wired and plain camera with solar) all seem to ping at the same time.
            Interestingly, the ding noise hits Android devices at least 3 or seconds before Apple devices.
            Doesn't seem to be any difference in performance between wired and battery/ solar.
            Used many ring devices at 3 homes. The definition is so much better now than previously. The speakers even sound better too (can talk to pets when on holidays).

  • Iwantthatbargain on 06/04/2023 - 08:55

    Thanks OP, bought one.

    Can it be installed DIY?

  • Shiny Mew on 06/04/2023 - 09:06
    -2

    Is this one of those things Caine used when fighting in John Wick 4?

  • Richfield on 06/04/2023 - 09:27

    Don’t hold your breath on the free faceplate offer, never received mine and a common complaint.

    • maverickjohn on 08/04/2023 - 06:17

      I just received the tracking order.

  • noise36 on 06/04/2023 - 09:45
    -2

    People crap on EUFY for security but amazon is far worse, wouldnt touch their products.

  • bobzor on 06/04/2023 - 10:28

    Don't join the sidewalk!

    • drongobongo on 06/04/2023 - 10:36
      +5

      In Australia, it's called a footpath.

  • foggy10 on 06/04/2023 - 10:55

    Does this store any video / motion stills at all? With Google Nest doorbell for example, they at least provide you with something like 4-6 hrs worth of previous recordings.

    • wombat1955 on 06/04/2023 - 12:26

      Google Nest doorbell only records the most recent 3 hours. That's sort of OK during the day, but useless overnight.

  • 1030510410 on 06/04/2023 - 11:18
    +1

    $139.98 @ Costco Ringwood VIC

  • blackhorn on 06/04/2023 - 11:30

    so they will make back their margin by charging you a subscription for using this ?

    • Wasabi Ninja on 06/04/2023 - 12:21

      I went subscription free with eufy. Biggest mistake. The thieves just took the hub that held the recordings.

  • pencilman on 06/04/2023 - 11:56

    I'm all in with Google Home.
    But still think this is a good buy - so bought this for my doorbell. Hopefully will prove worthwhile.
    Disappointed that I can't get the door bell to ring and also won't be able to see doorbell video on my Google home device.
    Anyone else in similar position?

  • Shaquille Oatmeal on 06/04/2023 - 13:58

    Thanks OP

    Pulled the trigger

  • muzzy1907 on 06/04/2023 - 14:04

    Thx grabbed one

  • pranksta on 06/04/2023 - 19:28

    Wonder if you can sign up for the subscription from Turkey or similar at a lower rate.

  • SirFaffer on 07/04/2023 - 19:16
    +1

    I'm a postie.. these make playing ding dong dash much harder.

  • Notacommie on 09/04/2023 - 15:17

    It's 139$ tomorrow from costco

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