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Ring vs Yale Smart Locks

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Ring

Smart Home

Home security with video doorbells and cameras

From
$4.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Yale Smart Locks logo

Yale Smart Locks

Smart Home

Trusted smart lock security for your home

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Ring many false motion alerts triggered by sidewalks, cars, pets, and trees reducing usability; Yale Smart Locks the Internet Archive's capture of Yale's US homepage on 22 December 2020 named six distinct smart lock and security product lines, Assure Lock, Assure Lever, Smart Delivery Box, Smart Cabinet Lock, Pro SL, and the Pivot Collection, each with a 'Buy Now' link but no price figure present on the page.
  • They diverge on capability: Ring covers Video Doorbell, Yale Smart Locks covers Keypad entry.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Ring and Yale Smart Locks actually diverge.

Attributes where Ring and Yale Smart Locks differ
AttributeRingYale Smart Locks
Starting price$4.99/monthOn request
Pricing modelUnknownone-time
PlatformsiOS, Android, Web, Amazon AlexaIOS, Android
Founded20131840

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Smart Home).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Ring

  • Video Doorbell
  • Motion Detection
  • Two-Way Talk
  • Night Vision
  • Alexa
  • IFTTT
  • Neighbors app
  • Web support

Only in Yale Smart Locks

  • Keypad entry
  • App control
  • Guest codes
  • Auto-lock
  • Tamper alerts
  • Activity log
  • Apple HomeKit
  • Amazon Alexa

Both cover

  • SmartThings
  • IOS support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Ring

  • Video doorbell monitoringnot Yale Smart Locks
  • Security camera recording and event reviewnot Yale Smart Locks
  • DIY alarm system with optional professional monitoringnot Yale Smart Locks
  • Motion alerts and package-theft deterrencenot Yale Smart Locks
  • Remote live view while away from homenot Yale Smart Locks

Yale Smart Locks

  • Keyless entrynot Ring
  • Guest accessnot Ring
  • Security monitoringnot Ring
  • Rental managementnot Ring

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Ring

  • Many false motion alerts triggered by sidewalks, cars, pets, and trees reducing usability
  • Night vision and HDR capabilities are weaker than premium competitors
  • Limited monitoring range covers only front or back door area
  • Requires Ring Protect subscription for cloud video history, person/vehicle detection, and advanced motion zones
  • Documented security breaches with hackers remotely accessing cameras and microphones to speak to users

Yale Smart Locks

  • The Internet Archive's capture of Yale's US homepage on 22 December 2020 named six distinct smart lock and security product lines, Assure Lock, Assure Lever, Smart Delivery Box, Smart Cabinet Lock, Pro SL, and the Pivot Collection, each with a 'Buy Now' link but no price figure present on the page.

Pricing, plan by plan

Ring

$4.99/month
  • Basic$4.99/month
    • Video history up to 180 days
    • Snapshot capture
    • Smart alerts (people, packages, pets)
  • Plus$10/month
    • Video recording for all Ring devices
    • Single address coverage
    • All Basic features
  • Pro$undefined/month
    • 24/7 professional monitoring
    • Cellular backup service
    • All Plus features

Yale Smart Locks

On request
  • Assure Lock 2$190/month
    • Keypad
    • Auto-lock
    • DoorSense
  • Assure Lock SL$260/month
    • Touchscreen
    • No key
    • Modern design

Which should you pick?

Choose Ring if

  • You need video doorbell.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Web, Amazon Alexa.
  • You also want motion detection.
Ring review

Choose Yale Smart Locks if

  • You need keypad entry.
  • You work on IOS, Android.
  • You also want app control.
Yale Smart Locks review

Questions people ask

Is Ring or Yale Smart Locks better?
Neither clearly leads. Ring starts at $4.99/month and Yale Smart Locks at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Ring or Yale Smart Locks?
Ring starts at $4.99/month and Yale Smart Locks at On request.
Does Ring or Yale Smart Locks run on more platforms?
Ring runs on iOS, Android, Web, Amazon Alexa. Yale Smart Locks runs on IOS, Android.
What is Ring best used for?
Ring is most often used for video doorbell monitoring, security camera recording and event review, diy alarm system with optional professional monitoring, motion alerts and package-theft deterrence. Of those, video doorbell monitoring and security camera recording and event review are not what Yale Smart Locks is typically brought in for.
What can Ring do that Yale Smart Locks cannot?
Ring covers Video Doorbell, Motion Detection, Two-Way Talk, Night Vision. Yale Smart Locks covers Keypad entry, App control, Guest codes, Auto-lock. Both handle SmartThings, IOS support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Ring: Can I use Ring without a subscription?

Yes, Ring doorbells work without a subscription. Users can view live video, speak through the camera, and receive motion alerts for free. However, video recording storage, advanced person/package detection, and video history require a subscription.

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Yale Smart Locks: Where can I find Yale smart lock pricing on their website?

Yale does not publish pricing information on their main website or dedicated pricing page. Pricing details are not publicly listed online.

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Ring: What are Ring's subscription plan options and pricing?

Ring offers Basic ($4.99/month or $49.99/year) for video history up to 180 days from one device; Plus ($10/month or $100/year) for all devices at one address; and Pro with 24/7 professional monitoring.

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Yale Smart Locks: How do I get pricing for Yale smart locks?

Yale does not disclose standard pricing on their website. Customers must contact Yale directly through their support system to request pricing and product information.

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Ring: What platforms can access Ring?

Ring is accessible via iOS and Android mobile apps, web browser at ring.com, and integrates with Amazon Alexa for voice control and display on Echo devices.

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Ring: What are Ring's battery life expectations?

Ring battery doorbell battery life varies by usage patterns and motion alert frequency. High-traffic areas may require recharging every few weeks.

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Ring: Does Ring have privacy concerns?

Ring has faced documented security breaches. In 2019, hackers remotely accessed Ring systems, watching and speaking to users. The use of cameras and microphones raises privacy concerns for some users.

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