Ring Mailbox Sensor review contains description, specs, price comparison and videos.
You will need the Ring Bridge, which is necessary for all smart functionalities featured in the Ring app. Once connected, the Ring Mailbox sensor can link to Ring lights and Ring Cameras to start recording.
Barcode Formats: UPC-A 840080583587, EAN-13 0840080583587 (Black)
Barcode Formats: UPC-A 840080554952, EAN-13 0840080554952 (White)
Price Comparison
Description of the Ring Mailbox Sensor
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- Ring Mailbox Sensor is a battery-powered motion sensor that sends you real-time notifications via the Ring app when your mailbox opens.
- Connect Ring Mailbox Sensor to an Alexa-enabled device and Alexa will notify you when your mailbox has been opened.
- Link with Ring Smart Lighting, Cameras, and Doorbells to turn on and start recording when the sensor detects motion.
- Adjust the motion sensitivity in the Ring app to customize your security to fit your home.
Approximate install time | 5-10 minutes |
Power type | 3 AAA-cell batteries (sold separately) |
Motion detection | Adjustable motion detection. Up to 120° field of view. Detection angle dependent on distance from unit. 15′ detection range. |
Approximate battery life | 1 year under normal use (8-10 activations a day). Battery life is dependent on device settings, usage, and other factors. |
Operating conditions | -4 to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C), weather resistant |
Available colors | White, Black |
Dimensions | Sensor: 2.56 x 2.44 x 1.47 in (65 x 62 x 37 mm) Antenna: 2.56 x 2.56 x 0.25 in (65 x 65 x 6.2 mm) |
Box includes | Ring Mailbox Sensor, antenna with cable, ball mount, flat mount, adhesive, installation screws & anchors, drill bit, wire management clips, rubber grommet, rubber plug, user manual, security sticker |
Setup requirements | Mount to most surfaces with included screws or adhesive tape. Power drill not included. Ring Bridge (sold separately) is required for smart controls on the Ring app and to connect with other Ring products. |
Warranty and service | 1-year limited warranty. Use of Ring Mailbox Sensor is subject to the terms found here. |
Support | Click here to view more information on the Ring Mailbox Sensor support page. Purchase and use of Ring Mailbox Sensor is subject to the terms found here. |
Generation | 1st Generation – 2020 release |
Installing the Ring Mailbox Sensor
Installing this Mailbox sensor on your mailbox is not rocket science, and actually quite easy (Video Below). If you have not previously setup previous ring devices on their app, that might take the longest and you should look up some youtube videos for explanation.
You will want to ensure the mailbox sensor is within 6 feet of your Ring Bridge. Insert the batteries (3 AAA Batteries), and connect with the app adding the new device. If using the external antenna, makes sure to poke out the plastic hole cover for the antenna plug.
The Mailbox Sensor goes on the inside of your mailbox door. The antenna goes on the outside of the mailbox; I would place it pointing towards the house and bridge unit. To avoid damaging the cable, you will need a gap or drill a hole in the mailbox for the cable to run through (a Drillbit is included). Plug the antenna to the rear of the sensor. Mount both Sensor and Antenna using the double-sided tape which in included. Use the included grommet and cable clips to accomodate the cable. Pretty easy and Ring includes everything you will need except the drill…
Ring Mailbox Sensor Review and Videos
Let’s get into the Ring Mailbox Sensor Review and try to determine who would want this, and why would you want to add another smart device to your home.
Does this work, yes. Actually seems to work pretty nicely. When someone opens your mailbox the device connects to the ring bridge, and sets off a notification on your smart phone through the Ring App or Alexa.
Who would Want this device
You will want this on days with bad weather! Maybe you are older and don’t want to have to walk to the mailbox every day just to check mail. Ever had anyone steal your mail? All a few good reason why you would want such a device.
There is a limit to the reach of the antenna, so if you live in a community where your mailbox is far away from your ring bridge, then this might not work for you. Ring does not give specifics on the reach of the antenna. I would say a couple hundred feet or so. This really depends on where you have the Bridge device, the type of walls and windows and other features.
I would use this mailbox sensor from Ring on a home mailbox no further than 200 feet from the Bridge. I don’t think I would ever install this on a apartment or community mailbox.
Mounting
Even though I don’t have a slot mailbox, there are some users who have adapted the setting to work with a slotted mailbox. The Ring sensor is light and motion activated, you might just need to adapt the settings to be more sensitive. This can cause some false alerts.
Personally I would mount towards the rear of a regular home mailbox, as to not making it so readily visible when the mailbox is opened. I would also attach the antenna on the rear facing the house or bottom of the mailbox to protect from the sun and make it less visible. The antenna is designed to be outdoors and handle the weather, but leave anything out in the sun long enough and you know what happens.
Connecting to other Ring devices
Because this Ring Sensor connects to the Ring Bridge it can connect to other Ring devices, even trigger other devices such as your Ring Lights and Ring Cameras, even the Ring Doorbell Camera.
This is really cool as you can not just get notification that You Have Mail, but you can also see if anyone is messing around with your mailbox.
You just have to play with the settings and make the adjustments.
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