# Want a Ring doorbell, but don't want to pay a monthly fee? Here are 3 subscription-free alternatives – tested, and recommended

> Earlier this week, Amazon unveiled its latest Ring video doorbells, with high-resolution cameras and AI-powered features courtesy of Alexa+.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-home/want-a-ring-doorbell-but-dont-want-to-pay-a-monthly-fee-here-are-3-subscription-free-alternatives-tested-and-recommended?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68e06b7556013e17ccf432aa)
- **Published:** 2025-10-04
- **Category:** Smart Home
- **Tags:** #amazon #alexa #ring #subscription #alternatives #doorbell #free #monthly
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