How to Connect Ring to Homekit?

How to Connect Ring to Homekit? 3 Ways

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Various Controls, Advanced automation, Voice commands, High-end security, and a lot more. Ring to Homekit can give you all of these benefits with just the integration. Read the guide below and find out answers on How to connect Ring devices to Homekit. You can connect cameras, doorbells, switches, lights, sensors, and a lot more. Integrate and improve the security at your home effortlessly.

How to Connect Ring to Homekit?

Can you connect Ring to Homekit?

Unfortunately, No! The Ring does not natively support Apple Homekit. We may expect compatibility in the future but currently – There is no Homekit support. But you can possibly connect Ring to Homekit through the alternatives. Use a bridge to integrate between your Ring device and Apple homekit to access smart home automations.

You may also like to know: How to Use Doorbird to HomeKit.

How to Connect Ring to HomeKit?

Smart Home bridges can act as an alternative to connect Ring to Homekit. You can choose any of your preferred bridges and begin with the integration. There are  3 ways you can connect Ring to Homekit, such as ;

  • Homebridge.
  • HOOBS.
  • Scrypted.

Before getting into the procedure, make sure to register and set up your Ring Smart device on the App. Keep a note of your Ring account credentials. Complete the Setting up and installation of the devices – Doorbells, Cameras, etc, You can refer to the Manuals.Also, A stable internet connection on your devices is a must to get Live recordings, detect motion, turn on lights, etc.

How to Use Ring to Homekit

Homebridge to connect Ring to Homekit 

No doubt, Homebridge is the first choice and preferably the most popular to connect any non-homekit devices to homekit. It is Free of cost and easily accessible. You will have to Install Homebridge on Pi or Install the Homebridge server software and set up your smart home devices. Once done, Search and Install the Ring Plugin, to complete the configuration of your device. Use your credentials as username and password for config details. For a detailed guide, Check here: Homebridge

connect Ring to Homekit 

 

Here is a basic configuration code;

{
  "platforms": [
    {
      "platform": "Ring",
      "refreshToken": "token generated with ring-auth-cli.  See https://github.com/dgreif/ring/wiki/Refresh-Tokens"
    }
  ]
}

 

  • When the configuration is completed, You can start integrating and adding Ring to Homekit on the Apple Home app.
  • Install the Apple Home app >Tap + >Add Accessory > Choose Ring device > Tap Connect and Done.

This way, you can easily connect Ring to Homekit using the Homebridge Plugin.

Ring to Homekit through HOOBS 

Another option to access homekit integration is to use the HOOBS -Plug and Play hub. You will have to spend some bucks and buy the HOOBS -Smart home hub device. With the HOOBS Seamless integration, you can connect Ring ton Homekit. And control your devices through -the Apple Home app, and Siri voice control to customize automations.

Here is a stepwise guide, You will need; a HOOBS Device – Pro/Box /.micro SD or Image.

connect Ring to Homekit 

  • Install the HOOBS and Set up your device using the HOOBS Client App.
  • Now, Search and  Install the Ring Plugin.
  • Use your Ring account credentials to authenticate the Plugin with your Ring device.
  • Follow the onscreen instructions further.
  • Once done, Open the Home app > Tap + >Add your Ring device and Connect.

Use Scrypted to Add Ring device to Homekit 

Using the Scrypted, you can connect all Ring devices, from Video doorbells, motion sensors, water sensors, smart locks, lights, switches, and much more. It is free and can be accessed effectively.

Set up the Scrypted for Homekit. Then install the Ring Plugin for Scrypted to connect to Homekit. Complete the configuration for your device. Scan the QR Code, Pair, and add your device to the homekit on the Apple Home app.

How to Create a Ring Account?

If you are a new user, make sure to register your device on the official app.

How to connect Ring to Homekit - Ring Plugin

  • Install the Ring app from the Google Play store or App Store or on the browser.
  • Open the app and Tap on Create account.
  • Enter your name, country, and email address, and create a password.
  • Verify your email. (To use enhanced features, you can link your Ring and Amazon account).
  • Insert your phone number to get a sign-in 6-digit code,
  • Choose your location type, and address and Save.
  • Login and Set up the device.
  • Click Security > Base station type and connect depending on the ring device you are using.

Also, Check out: How to Connect August Smart Lock to Homekit.

The Ending Words

No matter which of the above methods you use, You will surely be able to connect Ring to Homekit.All you need is a Ring Plugin and the process may vary depending on the alternative picked. Through the Home app, you can control all your connected devices, create scenes, and personalize automation. We will update you when Ring brings the Homekit compatibility on its devices, until then – Stay tuned guys! and use the Alternatives.

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