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If you’re looking for total coverage of your property, the Ring Spotlight Cam Plus 4-Pack bundle is currently 35% off—its lowest price ever. This battery-powered model might’ve come before the Ring Spotlight Cam Pro , but it’s still a solid surveillance pick to keep your property visible and secure.
With four cameras and motion-activated LED spotlights, this rechargeable version (Powered by a Quick Release Battery Pack) offers more flexibility and convenience than wired outdoor cameras. However, compared to the wired version, the battery-powered version isn’t as tamper-proof, as it keeps functioning even when unplugged.
According to PCMag, it lacks HDR video, dual-band wifi, and the aerial view of the more advanced Spotlight Cam Pro , but the 1080p HD video footage is crisp, and the built-in spotlights further improve the color night vision. A 110 dB siren also deters intruders. The Ring app allows you to speak to visitors through two-way audio and access alerts and live view; however, you’ll need a Ring subscription to unlock all the features. While there are customizable motion zones, there’s no AI human motion detection, so you’ll have to manage alerts for the potential of false notifications.
Ultimately, the Ring Spotlight Cam Plus 4-Pack bundle is a reliable, wireless outdoor security camera that’s ideal for those in the Ring/Alexa ecosystem and packed with smart features. If you’re okay with monitoring battery life and alerts, it can’t replace a more high-end wired camera with advanced AI and local recording. If you want more bells and whistles, you may prefer the Spotlight Cam Pro, but at just $90 per camera, it’s still a well-rounded option that offers strong value.
Looking for something else? Retailers like Walmart and Best Buy have Prime Day competition sales that are especially useful if you don’t have Amazon Prime.
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Walmart’s Prime Day competition sale runs from Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. ET through Oct. 12 and includes deals up to 50% off. It’s an especially good option if you have Walmart+.
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Best Buy’s Prime Day competition sale runs from Sept. 27 through Oct. 12, 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.
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Target’s Prime Day competition sale runs from Oct. 5 through Oct. 11, and it has deals going up to 50% off. You can become a Circle member for free.
