Ring doorbells might be some of the most popular security devices in the UK, but there’s now another option to keep an eye on things when heading away. Sky has just confirmed the launch of two new smart home plans, which include cameras and full access to cloud recordings from just £5 per month. Sky reckons that customers opting for its latest service can save over £100 compared to buying a Ring system from Amazon – that’s a pretty eye-catching claim.

So what’s included in these new plans and how much do they really cost?.

As we mentioned before, there are two options to choose from. The first features a Sky Smart Doorbell and Chime for £5 per month with a £15 upfront fee.

This camera system can record in full HD, send instant alerts to phones, offers customisable activity zones, two-way talk and 30-day cloud video recording.

Those wanting some added peace of mind can switch to the Smart Home Bundle with Smart Home Plan+ option.

This costs £8 per month with a £20 upfront fee and features an additional indoor camera plus dditional features via the app such as scheduled and auto-arm device modes.

Speaking about the update, Paul Sweeney, Managing Director of Sky Smart Home, said, “Sky Smart Home is about making high‑quality smart tech more accessible. We’ve taken the features customers value most and made them easy to use, simple to manage and affordable, so staying connected to home feels effortless rather than complicated.”

This boost should make Sky’s home devices more accessible. The firm has offered Protect Smart Home Insurance for a while, which comes with cameras and an alarm.

However, thanks to these new plans Sky’s Smart Home tech is available to buy stand-alone for the first time.

As a quick comparison, Amazon is currently selling its Ring Doorbell with Chime for £119.99 – saving £20. Of course, those wanting access to cloud recordings then need to add a Ring Protect subscription which starts from £4.99 per month.