Ring Stick Up Cam Battery (3rd Gen) review
Households already using Alexa or other Ring devices who want matching hardware and don't mind an ongoing subscription.
By Tom Calder · Price last checked 20 Sep 2026, 12:29 BST · price-tracked
A well-known, easy-to-set-up camera that fits neatly into an existing Ring or Alexa ecosystem, but its 1080p resolution is behind the newer 2K and 4K rivals in this list. There's no way to avoid the subscription — footage only exists in the cloud, so the £4.99-a-month Basic plan is effectively part of the running cost, not an optional extra.
as of 20 Sep 2026, 12:29 BST · Details
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- Works natively with Alexa and the wider Ring device family, including doorbells and chimes
- Removable battery pack means you can swap and recharge without taking the whole camera down
- Well-established brand with a mature app and long track record
- No local storage option at all — footage only exists if you pay for Ring Protect
- 1080p resolution is the lowest tier in this comparison, alongside Blink
- UK street price varies by tens of pounds between retailers, so the RRP isn't a reliable guide
Who shouldn't buy this
Skip this if you want to avoid an ongoing subscription entirely — the Tapo C420S2 or a Reolink model store footage locally for free.
Key specs
| Type | Wire-free battery outdoor/indoor camera |
| Resolution | 1080p |
| Storage | Cloud only — Ring Protect required (from £4.99/mo) |
| Power | Removable rechargeable battery; solar accessory optional |
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