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August's call notification was unique, acting more like a traditional phone call than a standard smartphone notification as with the other six doorbells we tested. The Ring Pro shines in a different way with some of the best motion detection options on the market. Ultimately , the Ring Video Doorbell 2 came out on top in these tests, thanks to its easy installation, ability to run off a battery and competitive cloud storage prices. Best OverallRing Video Doorbell 2The Ring Video Doorbell 2 has excellent video quality, supports a wide variety of smart home systems and its user friendly design can be mounted on any surface outside your home. View SiteBest ValueRing Video DoorbellThe Ring Video Doorbell is a great smart doorbell with competitive cloud storage pricing, and it can run off battery power alone, so you can install it anywhere. View SiteBest for Smart Locks and Easiest to UseAugust Doorbell Cam ProThe August Doorbell Cam Pro is the only smart doorbell we looked at with a companion smart lock made by the same company, which makes it easy to get deliveries when you aren't home.