Does Blink Camera Work With Ring? You Can!

So you have come to own a Ring and a Blink Cam, arguably the best monitoring devices on the market, and are wondering about integrating these devices. Well, what if I told you it is possible?

The idea of integrating Blink systems with that of Ring has been a question in the back of the mind for all users.

So do they work together?

Blink Systems are not inherently compatible with Ring out of the box. However, you can still use them together using Alexa Routines. IFTTT is another option for integrating Blink and Ring, in addition to providing a good few features as well.

Are Blink Cams Compatible with Ring?

Blink cameras do not inherently work with Ring systems out of the box.

They are manufactured by different manufacturers (even though they have the same parent company - Amazon) and are designed for different ecosystems. 

Blink and Ring, even though have the same idea of smart home security behind them, differ in the hardware and software components.

Blink and Ring have separate apps to help set up, control, and monitor their devices, which also happens to be the prime reason why Blink Cam doesn't work on Google Home (at least in the conventionality).

Read on to find out how these inherently incompatible systems can be coupled together to provide a more comprehensive and interconnected home security system.

Use Alexa Routines to Pair Blink Cams with Ring

If you are someone who uses Alexa at home, you can use the voice assistant to couple blink and ring systems together.

Alexa provides a bridge between the two systems and can be used to set up specific routines that enable the systems to work in coordination. 

To set up Alexa routines that use both Blink and Ring systems, you will need to enable the respective skills in the Alexa app and link your Blink and Ring accounts with that of your Alexa. 

Install the Blink Smart Home Skill on Alexa

To enable the Blink SmartHome Skill:

1. Navigate to the Alexa App.
2. Click on the hamburger menu (three bars) in the top left corner. 
3. From the list, click on the Skills and Games option.
4. Search for Blink using the search bar.
5. Click on the Blink SmartHome skill.
6. Click on Enable to use.
7. On the new screen that appears, click on Enable and Link accounts.
8. Enter the account username and password for your Blink Account.
9. Enter the verification code if prompted.
10. Upon successful verification, you will see a message “Your Blink SmarHome account has been successfully linked”.
11. Click on Close and you will be automatically sent to the Discover Devices page.
12. Once your devices are found, click on the respective devices to set up the devices.
13. Enter a passcode if prompted.

Install the Ring Skill on Alexa

To enable the Ring skill on Alexa:

1. Navigate to the Alexa App.
2. Click on the hamburger menu (three bars) in the top left corner.
3. From the list, click on the Skills and Games option.
4. Search for Ring using the search bar.
5. Click on the Ring Skill.
6. Click on Enable to use.
7. On the new screen that appears, click on Enable and Link accounts. 
8. Enter the account username and password for your Ring Account.
9. Enter the verification code if prompted.
10. Upon successful verification, you will see a message “Your Ring account has been successfully linked”.
11. Click on Close and you will be automatically sent to the Discover Devices page.
12. Once your devices are found, click on the respective devices to set up the devices.
13. Enter a passcode if prompted.

After enabling the respective skills and setting up the devices, you will be able to control the devices through voice commands using Alexa.

Now, you can set up customized routines that enable the Blink and Ring systems to work together. Alexa routines can trigger actions across Blink and Ring systems simultaneously. 

For instance, you can set up an Alexa routine that turns on your Ring Floodlights when your Blink camera detects motion.

You can set up a variety of these routines that get activated based on different trigger actions. 

How to Create and Use Alexa Routines for Blink and Ring

To set up an Alexa Routine:

1. Navigate to the Alexa App.
2. Click on the Menu icon in the top left corner.
3. From the list, select Routines.
4. Click on the + icon on the top right corner to create a new routine. 
5. Click When this happens to set an event that triggers the routine.
6. From the list that appears, select SmartHome.
7. Select the device or camera that triggers the action.
8. Click on Add an action to set an action that occurs when the routine is triggered. 
9. Press on Save to save the routine.

You can add multiple actions to a routine and even change the order in which they occur. Alexa supports up to 99 routines at a time.

Use IFTTT to Integrate Blink Cams with Ring

IFTTT (If This Then That) is another way you can integrate Blink and Ring systems. IFTTT proves to be really helpful if you are someone who doesn’t use Alexa. 

IFTTT allows you to connect different smart devices and services that usually don’t work together through conditional statements known as Applets.

You can either choose to pick from existing applets or create your own custom ones that suit your needs. 

IFTTT has a ton of applets for Blink and Ring systems. You can find these on the Ring or Blink main page on IFTTT.

You can even program IFTTT in such as way that you essentially get to use two Blink Apps on the same device.

To get started using the IFTTT:

1. Download and Install the IFTTT app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store 
2. Create an account if you don’t already have one or Sign in
3. Close the Get Started tab and click on the Get More option at the bottom of the screen
4. Search for Blink or Ring using the search bar (search for Blink and after setting up, repeat the process for Ring).
5. Click on the service you want.
6. Click on the Connect option.
7. You will be prompted to sign in to your account (Blink or Ring account).
8. After signing in, enter the verification code if prompted.
9. Click on Grant Access to use your devices via the IFTTT app.

Once you have set up the IFTTT app for your Blink and Ring systems, you can choose different applets from the Blink or Ring main page or decide to create your own applets.

To create your own applet:

1. Navigate to the IFTTT app.
2. Click on the + or create icon at the bottom of the screen.
3. Click on the Add option next to If This to set up the trigger action. 
4. Click on the Add option next to Then That to set up the action to be performed. 
5. Click on Finish to finish creating your applet.

Once the applet is created, the action corresponding to the trigger action will be activated automatically once it is triggered.

Blink vs. Ring: Key Differences

Ring and Blink both have their own specialties and cater to different needs of the customer. 

Blink offers you wireless simplicity and provides a wide range of Indoor and outdoor cameras packed with features all at an affordable price.

The devices are available to use freely without a subscription plan or with the Blink subscription plan that comes with a fair few extra features and cloud storage. 

Ring devices are about quality and diversity in providing security solutions.

Ring offers a wide variety of devices like cameras, doorbells and floodlights. The device also integrates easily with other Amazon devices but all this comes at a higher price. 

To help you make an informed decision about which system is better suited for your needs, let's compare the key differences between Blink and Ring:

ASPECT	RING	BLINK
Camera quality	720p, 1080p or 4K UHD	720p or 1080p HD
Devices	Doorbells, cameras, floodlights and more	Indoor and outdoor cameras, video doorbells, floodlight cameras, and more
Subscription	Basic - 3.99$/monthPlus - 10$/monthPro - 20$/month	Basic - 3$/month or 30$/monthPlus - 10$/month or 100$/month
Storage	Cloud storage based on plans	Cloud storage based on plans Blink Indoor(1st Gen), Blink XT, and Blink XT2 have free cloud storage of up to 7200 seconds of footage Blink Mini, Blink Outdoor and Indoor (Gen 3), Blink Doorbell, and Blink Wired Floodlight have the feature to use the local storage in the sync module
Integration	Integration with Amazon Alexa, Echo devices, IFTTT, and Google Home	Integration with Amazon Alexa, Echo devices, IFTTT

If you are looking for a higher quality, broader range of devices and features, then Ring is the one for you to go.

On the other hand, if budget-friendly simplicity strikes a cord then Blink would be the ideal choice.

Final Thoughts

Even though Blink and Ring devices aren’t inherently compatible, there are some easy workarounds with Alexa and IFTTT that will allow you to create a unified smart home security experience.

Both Blink and Ring actively push out newer features for their devices on a regular basis.

The easy integration or in-app support for both systems could be a reality in the future owing to both of them being Amazon companies.

Keep an eye out on the Blink and Ring forums and official sites to get wind of the new features as soon as they come out. 

Happy Reading!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do I need a subscription plan for both Blink and Ring to integrate them? 

Subscription plans are not mandatory for integration, but they may provide additional features and cloud storage.

Which is better, Blink or Ring? 

The choice between Blink and Ring depends on your priorities, with Blink being more budget-friendly and Ring offering a wider range of device options and features. (Blink has been adding newer devices to the product line)

Can I control both Blink and Ring devices from a single app? 

While you might need to use separate apps for Blink and Ring, you can often control them from a single smart home control center like an Amazon Echo Show.

Are there any additional costs associated with using Alexa routines or IFTTT for integration?

Alexa routines and IFTTT services are typically free to use, but some advanced features might require premium subscriptions.

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