Home security motion detector, the Ring Alarm Motion Detector, sends real-time phone notifications and aims to reduce nuisance alerts. Homeowners with pets gain reassurance from fewer false alarms and clearer, actionable notifications. How well the detector suits households that already use a Ring Alarm Base Station is the main question.
⚡ At a Glance
- • Detection Accuracy: Customisable sensitivity with smart motion settings that can ignore pets while detecting human intruders
- • Best for: Homeowners and renters who want pet-aware indoor motion alerts tied to a Ring system
- • Not ideal for: Homes without a Ring Alarm Base Station or users seeking a standalone motion sensor
Sends motion alerts to a phone and supports pet-aware detection settings. Requires a Ring Alarm Base Station to operate.
Quick setup - With tool-free installation
Tool-free installation allows secure mounting to room corners or flat walls without specialised tools, using the included bracket and fixings. Power comes from standard AA batteries so no wiring is required.
Fast, hassle-free installation gets motion coverage running within minutes, ideal for renters and homeowners who prefer a plug-free sensor.
Discreet placement - With compact corner and wall mounting
Compact housing is designed for unobtrusive placement in room corners or on flat walls, keeping the sensor out of sight while covering useful angles. The low-profile shape helps avoid drawing attention in living spaces.
Sensors sit neatly in corners and blend into a room, providing coverage without an obvious security presence.
Lower maintenance - With standard AA batteries and voice alerts
Powered by AA batteries for straightforward replacements, and compatible with Alexa notifications that can announce low battery status for motion detectors and contact sensors. Users have reported long battery life in real-world use.
Easy battery swaps and audible or app-based reminders reduce ongoing upkeep and help keep the system reliable over time.
✨ The 4 Key Reasons for Ring Alarm Motion Detector
- Smartphone alerts - Immediate motion notifications help users respond quickly to events
- Alexa battery alerts - Voice notifications for low batteries save manual checking time
- Standard AA batteries - Uses widely available cells for simple replacements and easy sourcing
- Ring ecosystem compatibility - Works with Ring Alarm Base Station and 1st/2nd generation accessories for unified control
📋 Technical Details at a Glance
- Category: Motion detector
- Intended system: Ring Alarm accessory
- Compatibility: Compatible with 1st and 2nd generation Ring Alarm devices and accessories
- Requires: Ring Alarm Base Station
- Power: AA batteries
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need a Ring Alarm Base Station for the motion detector to work?
A: Yes, the motion detector requires a Ring Alarm Base Station and is compatible with 1st and 2nd generation Ring Alarm devices and accessories.
Q: Can the detector ignore pets to reduce false alarms?
A: Smart motion detection settings can allow the sensor to ignore pets while focusing on intruder-sized motion, and sensitivity is customisable for better accuracy.
Q: What powers the motion detector and will I be alerted when batteries are low?
A: Standard AA batteries power the detector, and Alexa can announce when Motion Detectors and Contact Sensors are running low on batteries.
🏆 Our Verdict
Suitable for homeowners and renters who already use Ring and want pet-aware indoor motion alerts. Integration with Ring Alarm Base Station and Alexa notifications simplifies maintenance and ties alerts into an existing security setup. Some buyers may question the initial expense, but long-term value comes from straightforward upkeep and seamless ecosystem compatibility.
