The Ring Alarm Security Kit is a DIY home security system that is easy to install and offers affordable professional monitoring, but interoperability with Ring cameras and third-party devices is not yet supported.
PROS
- Easy to install.
- Affordable professional monitoring available.
- Supports multiple wireless platforms.
- Loud 104 db siren.
- Accessible for blind or visually impaired users.
CONS
- Currently lacks integration with other devices, including Ring cameras and doorbells.
- Does not support IFTTT or voice commands.
- Bulky contact sensors.
- Navigation in iOS app can be confusing for new VoiceOver users.
The latest addition to Ring’s home security platform, the Ring Alarm Security Kit, contains everything you need to protect and keep tabs on your home. As with other DIY smart home security systems, installation is quick and easy, and you can either self-monitor or pay a modest fee for a professional monitoring service. The system worked well in our tests, but we were surprised to find that it offers limited support for third-party devices, and although it uses the same app, it doesn’t interact with other Ring cameras or doorbells, at least not yet.