Upgrade to a new Ring Retinal 2K or 4K doorbell without drilling new holes. This black retrofit plate mounts to the screw holes left by your older Ring doorbell, or to a standard US rectangular junction box, and gives your new, narrower Ring doorbell a clean place to sit. Pick the standard plate with small black screws showing, or the covered kit with a snap-on cover that hides every screw and old hole.
Compatibility: Select What You Have Now and Your New Doorbell
New Ring doorbells are narrower than the old ones, so the old screw holes can end up showing. This plate covers them and gives the new bracket something solid to mount to.
- Older Video Doorbell (2nd Gen): The older model with a built-in battery that does not come out. This is not the same as Ring Video Doorbell 2.
- Older removable-battery doorbell: Older Ring doorbells with a battery pack that slides out. The top two screw holes sit closer to the middle and the other two are near the bottom.
- US Junction Box (Rectangular): Your doorbell wires come out of a standard rectangular electrical box in the wall, with one screw hole at the top and one at the bottom. Sold as the covered, hidden-screw kit only.
- New doorbell: Choose your exact new Ring model. "2K" or "4K" alone does not tell us which bracket you have.
Send a photo before you order: Email or text us a photo of your old screw holes (or junction box) and the exact name of your new doorbell. We will confirm the fit so you get the right plate the first time.
How to Order
- Select your Previous Doorbell Pattern (or US Junction Box).
- Select your New Ring Doorbell.
- Select Standard - Exposed Black Screws or Covered - Hidden Screws. Junction box orders are Covered only.
- Send your photos and model name to shop@doorbellmount.com or text 833-326-6868 so we can check the fit.
Color: Black. The doorbell and the mounting bracket that comes with it are not included. Need an angle or a brick extension instead? See all Ring doorbell mounts at DoorbellMount.com.
Choose Your Plate Style
| Feature | Standard | Covered |
|---|---|---|
| Parts | Base plate | Base plate plus snap-on cover |
| Screws you can see | Four small black screw heads | None. The cover hides the base plate and all wall screws |
| Works on | Older Ring screw holes | Older Ring screw holes or a US rectangular junction box |
| Assembly order | Wall, base plate, Ring bracket, doorbell | Wall, base plate, cover, Ring bracket, doorbell |
Key Features & Benefits
- No new holes: Reuse the screw holes from your old Ring doorbell, or the two screws on your junction box.
- Hides the old footprint: The plate is wider than the new doorbell, so old holes and paint lines stay out of sight.
- Hidden-screw option: The covered kit snaps a smooth cover over the base so no wall screws show.
- Wire opening: Your existing doorbell wires pass straight through the center of the plate.
- Simple tools: A Phillips screwdriver is all most installs need.
- Standard plate finish: The standard plate is 3D printed, so light layer lines are normal.
What's Included
- Standard kit: One black base plate, four black wall screws, and two #4 × 1/4-inch bracket screws.
- Covered kit: One black base plate, one snap-on cover, and mounting screws.
- Junction box kit: Same as the covered kit, set up for the top and bottom junction box screw holes.
- Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver. A drill with a 1/4-inch (6 mm) masonry bit is only needed if you have to set new anchors in brick or stucco.
- Not included: Ring doorbell, the Ring mounting bracket that comes with it, or wall anchors.
Installed Examples: Standard vs. Covered
Illustrations only. Doorbell look and hole positions change by model; these are not dimensional drawings.
How to Install: Covered Kit on Older Ring Doorbell Holes
Caution: You may be working with electrical wires. If you find damaged or unsafe wiring, or you are not comfortable doing this, please call a licensed electrician.
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Turn off the power. If your doorbell is wired, switch it off at the breaker.
Note: Not sure which breaker? Turn off the main breaker or call an electrician.
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Remove your old Ring doorbell. Take the old doorbell and its bracket off the wall. Leave the wires hanging out of the wall.
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Find your holes on the base plate. Use the guide to pick the holes that match your old doorbell, and use only those. A = older Video Doorbell (2nd Gen). B = older removable-battery doorbell.
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Screw the base plate to the wall. Feed the doorbell wires through the center opening, line the plate up with your old holes, and drive in the included screws.
Note: If the plate starts to bend, the screws are too tight. Back them off a little.
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Clip on the cover. Press the cover over the base plate until it snaps into place. The wall screws are now hidden.
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Attach the new doorbell bracket. Fasten the bracket that came with your new Ring doorbell over the covered plate.
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Finish the doorbell setup. Connect the wires, mount the doorbell, turn the power back on, and follow the setup guide for your Ring model.
How to Install: Covered Kit on a US Junction Box
Caution: You may be working with electrical wires. If you find damaged or unsafe wiring, or you are not comfortable doing this, please call a licensed electrician.
- Turn off the power. Switch the doorbell circuit off at the breaker.
Note: Not sure which breaker? Turn off the main breaker or call an electrician.
- Remove the old doorbell or intercom. Take it off the junction box and leave the wires hanging out.
- Find the F holes. On the base plate, find the two holes marked F (top center and bottom center). These line up with the junction box screws.
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Screw the base plate to the junction box. Feed the wires through the center opening and fasten the plate to the top and bottom box screw holes with the included screws.
Note: If the plate starts to bend, the screws are too tight.
- Clip on the cover. Press the cover over the base plate until it snaps into place.
- Attach the new doorbell bracket. Fasten the bracket that came with your new Ring doorbell over the covered plate.
- Finish the doorbell setup. Connect the wires, mount the doorbell, turn the power back on, and follow the setup guide for your Ring model.
How to Install: Standard Plate (Exposed Black Screws)
- Turn off the power and remove the old doorbell. Switch off the breaker if your doorbell is wired, then take the old doorbell and bracket off the wall.
- Screw the base plate to the wall. Feed the wires through the center opening, line up the four outer holes with your old wall holes, and drive in the four black wall screws until the heads sit flush.
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Attach the new doorbell bracket. Set the new Ring bracket against the plate and fasten it with the two short #4 × 1/4-inch screws. The longer screws are only for the wall.
- Finish the doorbell setup. Connect the wires, mount the doorbell, turn the power back on, and follow the setup guide for your Ring model.
Hand-tighten with a screwdriver that fits well. Do not overtighten.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reuse my old Ring doorbell screw holes?
Yes. That is what this plate is for. Choose the pattern that matches your old doorbell and your exact new Ring model, and send us a photo so we can confirm the fit.
Can I mount a new Ring doorbell on a junction box?
Yes. Choose the US Junction Box option. The base plate fastens to the top and bottom screw holes of a standard rectangular box, and the cover hides the screws. This option is sold with the cover only.
Is Ring Video Doorbell 2 the same as Video Doorbell (2nd Gen)?
No. Ring Video Doorbell 2 has a battery that slides out. The older Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) has a built-in battery. They use different screw-hole patterns, so pick carefully or send us a photo.
Which new Ring doorbells does this work with?
You can select Ring Battery Doorbell 2K, Battery Doorbell 2K Plus, Battery Doorbell 4K Pro, Wired Doorbell 2K, Wired Doorbell 2K Plus, and Wired Doorbell 4K Pro. Please confirm fit with a photo before ordering. Contact us about Elite or PoE models.
Will I still see the mounting screws?
With the standard plate you will see four small black screw heads around the new doorbell. With the covered kit you will not see any wall screws.
Do I need to drill?
Usually not. If your old holes or anchors are still solid, a Phillips screwdriver is enough. You only need a drill if you have to set new anchors.
Does the plate change how my doorbell is powered?
No. It is only a mounting plate. Follow Ring's power, wiring, and chime instructions for your doorbell.
Questions? Send Us a Photo
Not sure which pattern you have? Send a straight-on photo of the old doorbell, the screw holes, or the junction box, plus the name of your new doorbell.
- Email: shop@doorbellmount.com
- Text/Call: 1-833-326-6868
Mounting accessory only. Sold by DoorbellMount.com, an independent retailer not affiliated with Ring. Illustrations are not to scale. Fit depends on your old mounting pattern and your new doorbell's bracket.
