In this article, we’ll discuss the differences between the Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In vs. Elite.
To begin, Ring Elite supports a Power over Ethernet (PoE) connection which Ring Stick Up Cam lacks, thus giving it a stronger edge when it comes to connectivity and performance.
In addition, Ring Stick Up Cam Elite offers a greater field of view of 150° horizontal, 85° Vertical, compared to Stick Up Cam 110° horizontal, 57° vertical, allowing you to have a wider view range of the live feed.
While Ring Plug-In is a better solution for those of you that prefer a more budget-friendly option with almost identical features to Elite, minus the PoE, person recognition, and a few other specs which we will look at now.
Regardless, we still feel that Elite is the superior model due to its PoE support, increased field of view, advanced motion detection, and support for both a 2 GHz and 5GHz network.
The Short Version
Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In = Decent 1080p HD video quality with 30 FPS, can be set up indoors or outdoors, live-view on demand & night vision, 10° horizontal, 57° vertical field of view, powered when plugged into a standard outlet, supports Alexa via Echo Show or Echo Spot, standard motion detection & motion zone setting, 2.4GHz WiFi network, sound detection available, two-way talk, subscription needed for cloud storage & record-live view, and offers app support for Android, iOS, Web.
Ring Stick Up Cam Elite = Video quality of 1080p HD and 30 FPS, can be set up indoors or outdoors, live-view on demand & night vision, increased 150° horizontal, 85° vertical field of view, can be powered via PoE or micro USB AC plug, compatible with Alexa via Echo Show or Echo Spot, advanced motion detection & motion zone setting, 2.4GHz & 5GHz WiFi network, additional person recognition software, sound detection, two-way audio, subscription required for cloud storage & record live-view, and also offers support for Android, iOS, Web.
Which one are you getting?
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Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In vs. Elite — Easy Comparison Chart
| Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In | Ring Stick Up Cam Elite | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3.8 x 2.4 x 2.4 in | 3.8 x 2.4 x 2.4 in |
| Color | Black | Black/White |
| Video Resolution | 1080p HD | 1080p HD |
| Video Format | H.264 | H.264 |
| FPS | 30 | 30 |
| Live-View on Demand | Yes | Yes |
| Field of View | 110° horizontal, 57° vertical | 150° horizontal, 85° vertical |
| Record Live-View | Subscription Required | Subscription Required |
| Zoom | Yes | Yes |
| Power options | Plugs into a standard outlet Optional: Quick-Release Battery Pack Available | Micro-USB AC Plug or PoE |
| Motion Detection | Standard | Advanced |
| Two-Way Audio | Yes | Yes |
| Motion Zones | Areas | Custom |
| Person Recognition | No | Yes |
| Night View | Yes | Yes |
| Sound Detection | Yes | Yes |
| Siren | 110 dB built-into camera | 110 dB built-into camera |
| WiFi | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz |
| Cloud Storage | Subscription Required | Subscription Required |
| Instant App Alerts | Yes | Yes |
| Review, Share & Save | Subscription Required | Subscription Required |
| Operating Temperature | -5°F to 120°F | -5°F to 120°F |
| Stringify | Yes | Yes |
| IFTTT | Yes | Yes |
| Google Assistant | No | No |
| Amazon Alexa | Echo Show, Echo Spot | Echo Show, Echo Spot |
| Weather Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| App Support | Android, iOS, Web | Android, iOS, Web |
Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In vs. Elite — What’s Different?
Power Options – Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-in like the name already suggests uses a micro-USB cable in order to remain powered up. However, you can get a Quick Release Battery Pack for dual power separately.
While Ring Stick Up Cam Elite supports an AC connection via USB cable, as well as the more notable PoE connection which allows you to both connect to power, as well as a reliable and continuous internet source directly from your PoE switch providing not only a stronger and a more reliable connection but less interference as well.
- 【Flexible Full Gigabit 5-Port PoE Configuration】4x PoE+ (802.3at/af) 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 ports providing up to 30W per port and total PoE power budget of 65W, together w/ 1x Gigabit Non-PoE Port for high-speed connections.
- 【Plug and Play】Easy setup with no software installation or configuration needed.
- 【Advanced Software Features】Prioritize your traffic and guarantee high quality of video or voice data transmission with Port-based 802.1p/DSCP QoS and IGMP Snooping.
- 【Sturdy Metal Case】Durable metal casing and desktop/wall-mounting design are well-suited for different environments.
- 【Reliable and Quiet】IEEE 802.3X flow control provides reliable data transfer and Fanless design ensures quiet operation.
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WiFi – Ring Stick Up Cam Elite supports a dual-band WiFi which allows it to connect to both a 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks for improved performance and fewer interruptions if you tend to have a lot of interference.
While Stick Up Cam Plug-In only supports a 2.4GHz connection, which has the potential to cause streaming issues when overloaded.
Motion Detection – Ring Stick Up Cam Elite uses an advanced motion detection which allows it to detect motion based on movement, rather than heat. which in turn means that you will receive more accurate alerts since it’s equipped with a capable “human detection” system that reduces the risk of false alarms. Even if it uses more power in the long run.
While Stick Up Cam Plug In’s standard motion detection uses passive infrared sensors to detect motion that goes by heat rather than movement, which, in turn, utilizes less power and might give off false alarms such as the neighborhood cars passing by.
Size & Design – The two models are almost identical in size, but differ in color tones. As Ring Stick Up Cam Elite features both a Black or White color tone, while Plug-In comes in a single Black option.
Last update on 2023-04-01 at 11:38 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API