Ring warranty for security cameras & doorbells
The short version
Ring covers security cameras & doorbells in full for 1 year, with no partial coverage after that. That full coverage is the same as most of the 11 brands we compared, which typically cover 1 year in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.
From Ring's published warranty, checked October 2026.
What's covered
Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- Full coverageWhole product and accessories1 year
The fine print, decoded
What it leaves out
- Accidental breaks and misuse
Good to know before you buy
- Covers the original buyer only, bought from Ring, Amazon or an authorized seller.
- Keep your receipt: Ring asks for proof of purchase.
- You ship the device back in protective packaging.
How other brands compare for security cameras & doorbells
- 1. Swann70/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 2. Reolink38/100 · Full: 3 years
- 3. Arlo21/100 · Full: 1 year
- 4. Chamberlain myQ21/100 · Full: 1 year
- 6. SimpliSafe21/100 · Full: 1 year
Where you buy it matters
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for security cameras & doorbells.
- BJ's Wholesale ClubMost items365 days
- CostcoTVs, computers, laptops, tablets, cameras, drones, projectors, smartwatches and cell phones90 days
- REIOutdoor electronics (GPS, cameras, watches, headlamps with electronics, etc.)90 days
- Sam's ClubElectronics such as TVs, computers and speakers90 days
- CrutchfieldMost items60 days
- B&H PhotoMost items30 days from delivery
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- Lowe'sTVs and electronics30 days
- NeweggMost items30 days from delivery
- TargetElectronics and entertainment (not Apple or Beats)30 days
- The Home DepotConsumer electronics30 days
- WalmartConsumer electronics and PC components30 days
- Electronic ExpressTennessee storesMost items30 days
- P.C. Richard & SonNortheast storesMost items30 days
- Best BuyDrones, digital cameras, lenses, camcorders and projectors15 days from delivery
- CuracaoSouthwest storesCameras, cell phones, drones, computers, tablets and wearables15 days
- StaplesComputers, laptops, tablets, printers, digital cameras and other technology and business machines14 days from delivery
- Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesComputers, tablets and cell phones (some versions also list cameras and drones)14 days
- BrandsMart USASoutheast storesCell phones, PCs and laptops, tablets, cameras, monitors, printers sold online5 days from delivery
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for security cameras & doorbells where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
Other things Ring makes
- Lighting13/100Full: None. Partial to 1 year.
- Outdoor Lighting13/100Full: None. Partial to 1 year.
- Security Systems & Cameras21/100Full: 1 year. No partial coverage.
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