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If you’re trying to keep an eye on your home without running wires through your walls, this 3-pack of Ring’s battery-powered Stick Up Cams might be worth a look. It’s currently available for $149.97 ahead of Prime Day, which isn’t exactly a budget buy but still knocks $70 off the regular price. And because these are battery-powered and weather-resistant, they’re equally suited for indoor bookshelves or outdoor patios. You could easily mount one over your entryway, angle another toward the garage, and let the third watch your living room.
Video is sharp at 1080p, and motion detection is quick to respond, according to this PCMag review. You’ll get instant notifications when something moves, plus access to two-way audio to check in or talk. Night vision kicks in automatically and shows a decent view up to about 30 feet. You can also set motion zones and snooze alerts if needed. These cameras don’t pan or tilt on their own, but the 130-degree field of view gives you a wide enough look for most home setups. The app also lets you control settings, monitor battery levels, and integrate with Alexa or IFTTT, so you can link it with other smart devices like lights or locks.
That said, the biggest catch here is the cloud subscription. Without it, you’ll still see what’s happening live and get motion alerts, but nothing gets saved. The Basic Ring Home plan is $4.99 per month or $49.99 per year and supports one camera with up to 180 days of saved footage. The Standard plan costs $9.99 monthly or $99.99 yearly and covers all your cameras with added perks like extended live view and daily event summaries. And for those wanting around-the-clock recording and smart search features, the Premium tier runs $19.99 per month or $199.99 annually. It’s worth doing the math before jumping in, but for folks who want a clean, versatile security setup with minimal fuss, this kit checks most boxes.
Looking for something else? Retailers like Walmart, Best Buy, and Home Depot have Prime Day competition sales that are especially useful if you don’t have Amazon Prime.
Walmart’s Prime Day competition sale begins at midnight on July 8 and will include deals up to 50% off. It’s an especially good option if you have Walmart+.
Best Buy’s Prime Day competition sale, “Black Friday in July,” runs through Sunday, July 13 and has some of the best tech sales online. It’s an especially good option if you’re a My Best Buy “Plus” or “Total” member.
Home Depot extended their 4th of July sale through at least July 9, competing with some amazing deals of their own. It’s an especially good option if you’re looking for power tools, appliances, or outdoor equipment.