To change the battery in a Ring doorbell, you first need to confirm you have a model with a removable Quick Release Battery Pack, as not all Ring doorbells allow you to change the battery. For supported models, the process involves removing the faceplate, disconnecting the battery, and either recharging it or replacing it with a new pack.
Which Ring doorbells let you change the battery?
Only battery-powered Ring doorbells with a removable Quick Release Battery Pack support user battery changes. Models like the Ring Video Doorbell 3 and 3 Plus have this removable battery. The original Ring Video Doorbell and the Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Gen., 2020 release) do not have a user-removable battery, meaning you cannot recharge or replace the battery yourself. The original Ring Video Doorbell and Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Gen.) do not have a removable battery for recharging or replacing. Ring Video Doorbell 3/3 Plus are models with removable batteries.
Remove the faceplate to access the battery
- Unscrew the security screw located on the bottom of the faceplate.
- Press in on the sides of the faceplate.
- Carefully pull the faceplate out and off to expose the battery compartment.
Recharge or replace the Quick Release Battery Pack
Once the faceplate is removed, locate the Quick Release Battery Pack inside the doorbell. The Quick Release Battery Pack is the removable battery used on supported battery-doorbell models. To recharge it, connect the charging cable to the battery’s charging port. If you are replacing the battery, identify the Quick Release Battery Pack as the removable battery used on supported models and swap it for a new or fully charged pack.
Reattach the faceplate and test your doorbell
Align the faceplate with the doorbell body and snap it back into place. Ensure it is securely fastened. Test your doorbell by pressing the button or checking the Ring app to confirm it powers on and functions correctly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Ring doorbells have a removable battery?
Ring Video Doorbell 3 and 3 Plus are examples of models with a removable Quick Release Battery Pack. Battery-powered doorbells with a removable battery support user replacement.
Which models do not have a removable battery?
What app menu path should be used on iPhone or Android to change the battery?
There is no documented app menu path for battery replacement on either iPhone or Android. The process is entirely physical and does not require navigating device settings in the app.
Are there documented limits for battery life or replacement intervals?
Can I use the same steps for replacing watch and device batteries?
No, the steps for replacing watch and device batteries are different from the Ring doorbell battery procedure, which is specific to the Quick Release Battery Pack and faceplate removal.
