Ring
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (White)
2023
80
/ 100
From $180
VS
Ring
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (Black)
2023
80
/ 100
From $180
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (White) lands at 80 and Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (Black) at 80. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (White) if…
- ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- ✓App-based setup
- ✓Works with major voice assistants
Pick Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (Black) if…
- ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- ✓App-based setup
- ✓Works with major voice assistants
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (White) 80
vs 80 Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (Black)
Score breakdown
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (White)
80 ecosystem 80
local 70
ease 84
features 78
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (Black)
80 ecosystem 80
local 70
ease 84
features 78
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (White) | Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (Black) |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Color | White | Black |
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (White)
Pros
- +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- +App-based setup
- +Works with major voice assistants
Cons
- −Subscription sometimes required
- −Cloud dependency on many
- −Ecosystem lock-in
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (Black)
Pros
- +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- +App-based setup
- +Works with major voice assistants
Cons
- −Subscription sometimes required
- −Cloud dependency on many
- −Ecosystem lock-in
FAQ: Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (White) vs Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (Black)
Which is better, Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (White) or Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (Black)? +
Both score 80 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (White) worth the price? +
At $180, Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (White) delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in ease.
Is Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (Black) worth the price? +
At $180, Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in ease.
Does Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (White) or Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (Black) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.