Is Ring compatible with Xfinity home?

No, the Ring is not compatible with Xfinity Home and therefore won’t work with your Xfinity Home system.

They’re not compatible because Xfinity Home works with a specified number of brands for its home security and automation system. Xfinity Home partners with some brands and allows their specific device models.

They include:

  • Lutron
  • August
  • Kwikset
  • Chamberlain
  • Sengled
  • Philips Hue
  • Ecobee
  • Cor Thermostat
  • LIFX
  • Yale
  • Leviton
  • GE (Jasco)
  • Tile

These brands offer devices providing functions ranging from lighting, locks to thermostats.

Xfinity Home offers several similar products that Ring does.

However, some home security systems such as ADT are compatible with Ring products. ADT  offers a home security system called ADT Pulse that can act as an alternative to Xfinity Home. Others such as abode and Vera are not directly compatible but work using a workaround like a Wink hub or IFTTT (If This Then That).

A summary of top home security systems compatibility with Ring Video Doorbell

Security System
Is it compatible with Ring Doorbell?
Reason
 Price
Xfinity Home
No.
Xfinity does not have a partnership with Ring. It only works with specific third-party brands.
ADT Pulse
Yes
ADT has a partnership with Ring that allows compatibility.
SimpliSafe
No
These are direct competitors in the smart home market as they are both Do-it-yourself (DIY)
Canary
No
They have no partnership. However, you can pair them indirectly using the Wink smart home hub.
Vivint
No
Vivint does not allow the use of third-party cameras with its system.

However, with the use of z-technology on its system, Vivint can pair with Ring device sensors.

Abode
No
ABode and Ring don’t have a partnership. However, you can use IFTTT (If This Then That) as a workaround since Ring has a partnership with IFTTT.
Vera
No
Vera and RIng don’t have a partnership. However, you can use Wink hub as a workaround.

Only the ADT pulse works directly with Ring products. Both Wink and IFTTT also have partnerships with Ring which gives us a workaround, which enables you to connect the Ring doorbell to your current home security systems such as Canary, Abode, and Vera.

RIng and IFTTT partnership allows you to create recipes such as turning on your Hue lights when a motion at the door is detected, or toggling lights if someone is at the door.

NB: Ring can work with some third-party devices because it uses Z-wave technology. This comes with a downside of you not receiving manual or professional support.

How to connect your ring to ADT pulse

Steps

  1. Download both the ADT Pulse app and the Ring
  2. On the Ring app, click on the menu and select Ring+
  3. Add a partner by selecting the ‘Add a Partner’ option
  4. Then select ADT Pulse

How to connect Ring to third-party devices (Abode)

Steps

  1. Open Abode’s web interface website
  2. Sign up/login into your Abode account using abode credentials
  3. On the left-hand sidebar, click on ‘Devices’
  4. Click the ‘+’ button and select ‘Other Devices’
  5. After pairing, follow along for individual devices you would like to connect

Recommendation

ADT Pulse is not only compatible with Ring doorbell but also works with Alexa for voice commanding to enable your arm and disarm your system. If you already use Alexa then the ADT Pulse suits you in this case.

Using IFTTT and Wink powered devices on your network comes in handy when there’s a failure with the network. You avoid all your devices going offline and leaving you at risk since you distribute risk. For example, you use Vera and have a Ring doorbell integrated using Winks, if your Vera system is down, your doorbell will remain up.

Conclusion

Your home safety is important whether you’re home or away on vacation or work. Home security systems have undergone massive technological advancements. When it comes to home security, there is no one-size-fits-all if you’re willing to compromise and have the best devices.

However, when shopping for a home security system and devices, you should put future additional devicescompatibility in mind to enjoy a seamless experience regardless of the brand.

FAQs

Does Nest doorbell work with Xfinity Home?

According to the Xfinity website, Nest is no longer a Works partner. However, if before 3rd September 2019 you had linked your Nest account, then you will be able to continue controlling it on the Xfinity Home app.

Do I get charged when I link my Ring doorbell to my home security system using Wink and IFTTT?

Wink is a subscription-based platform and costs $4.99/month. IFTTT has a limited free version and on expiry, you’ll be required to pay.

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