Comparison

Ring vs ThriveWell

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Ring

Monitor your home remotely with video doorbells, security cameras, and alarm systems. Receive instant alerts for visitors and motion, view live HD video, and communicate with guests. Smart lights and alarm systems offer further control and safety features.

Highlights
  • Real-time doorbell and motion alerts
  • Live HD video streaming
  • Two-Way Talk with visitors
  • Smart lighting control and scheduling
  • Alarm system monitoring
  • Optional professional monitoring
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Know what’s happening at home from wherever you are with Ring Video Doorbells, Security Cameras and Alarm systems, and Smart Lights. Ring Doorbells and Cameras can send you instant alerts when someone’s at your door or motion is detected. Keep an eye on what matters with live HD video and greet visitors with Two-Way Talk. With a Ring Protect subscription (or free trial), you can review, save, and share Ring videos. Ring Smart Lights let you control and schedule lighting easily. Some models can even notify you about motion nearby, and trigger other compatible Ring devices to record. Ring Alarm systems let you monitor entrances and indoor spaces, and detect certain safety hazards. Enroll in Ring Alarm Professional Monitoring* (compatible Ring Protect subscription required) to request dispatch of emergency responders when your Ring Alarm is triggered. Whether you’re halfway around the world or just out shopping , with Ring, you’re always home. *Compatible Ring subscription is required to enroll in Professional Monitoring. Service available in all 50 U.S. states (territories not included) and in Canada (excluding Quebec). Ring does not own its monitoring center. Smoke and carbon monoxide monitoring is not available for business or commercially zoned addresses. See Ring Alarm licenses at: ring.com/licenses. Additional fees may be required for permits, false alarms, or Alarm Verified Guard Response, depending on your local jurisdiction. What you can do with the Ring app: - Get real-time doorbell and motion alerts on your smartphone or tablet - See and speak with visitors with HD Video and Two-Way Talk - Get real-time alerts when your Alarm sensors are triggered

About

ThriveWell

Features
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We are a by invitation only membership App that provides affordable lifestyle services to its members and their dependents in Singapore. Our Members can locate their preferred services and enjoy booking assistance for reliable delivery.

Screenshots

Ring4 screens
ThriveWell4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Ring at every 9 days against ThriveWell's every 17 months. Ring also leads on chart position (#4 vs unranked). ThriveWell's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ring ships an update every 9 days, ThriveWell every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and December 19, 2025 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Ring versus ThriveWell: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRingThriveWell
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.8M ratings) — better—
Positive reviews31.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.8M — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 17 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#4 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size466 MB162 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperRing.comStark Group Pte. Ltd.

Bugs and requests

Ring

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inconsistent motion detection
  • Recorded videos randomly disappearing
  • Chime not working as expected
  • Unreliable app performance after updates

Requested features

4 requests
  • Customizable motion zones
  • Ability to schedule modes
  • Apple HomeKit integration
  • More flexible notification settings

ThriveWell

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Ring

No in-app purchases

None

ThriveWell

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ring free?
Ring is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ThriveWell free?
ThriveWell is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ring or ThriveWell have ads?
Neither Ring nor ThriveWell shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ring or ThriveWell?
Ring ships an update every 9 days, and ThriveWell every 17 months. Most recently, Ring was updated on September 26, 2026 and ThriveWell on December 19, 2025.

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