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Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 2621 reviews

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79%would recommend to a friend

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Customers are impressed with the Nest Cam's camera quality and ease of use, finding installation straightforward and night vision capabilities satisfactory. However, concerns exist regarding battery life and the consistency of motion detection. Some users also noted challenges with app compatibility and the product's price point.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    You Can Never Go Wrong With Google

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Google Nest Cam is an absolute game-changer for home security! Its sleek design seamlessly blends into my living space while delivering impeccable video quality. The ease of setup and integration into the Google ecosystem is impressive. I love the mobile app, which allows me to check in on my home from anywhere. The two-way audio feature adds an extra layer of convenience and security. Whether it's monitoring my pets or keeping an eye on my front door, the Nest Cam provides peace of mind. The price is reasonable for the value it offers, making it a top-tier choice for anyone prioritizing home security.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love these

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy setup and integration into the home app. Like the easy installation on my house. Battery life varies depending on the event settings. the camera in my backyard I have only charged once a month the one over my front yard looking towards the road is every 2 weeks. I am happy with that. GOod picture quality

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good camera but is not nest compatible

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pros - - Easy to setup - Works out of the box Cons - Does NOT work with Nest Home App. You will need Google home app separately for this camera - Unless you purchase the power cable, the battery pack does not stay on all the time. Only when it detects motion (which is couple of seconds after the motion starts)

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Nest Support
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      Hi razbaba, thanks for sending in your review. We're sorry to learn that your experience with Nest Cam (battery) was less than ideal when it comes to using the Google Home app. Our goal is to create an integrated experience and make the Google Home app as the one place you can control all your Nest and other smart home devices with the Google Assistant. Your patience is appreciated as we improve further with integrating your Nest products with the Google Home app. We'd like to know more details with your battery issues so we can help identify the cause of the drain and provide you with troubleshooting steps that may improve your overall experience. Please contact us on our Google Help page here:  https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp Nest

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sound buy

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quite impressed with overall ease and smoothness of the setup and installation. Previously purchased the wired version and had a requirement to add these in an area without direct power. Works easily with the strength of your WiFi. If it’s strong you can go further out. Add a solar charger and you’ll have everything you need. For complete setup and no need to take down to charge. I have had one installed for 3 weeks without a solar panel and it’s still at 70%.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use, Night vision

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quality over quantity

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    One of the best looking cameras for the price, these two cameras have great sensors and night vision. Very easy to mount and the app is very easy to navigate

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Wish I knew it needed to be plugged in

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love nest cameras, but this cordless will require being plugged in for full recorded history, wasn’t aware of that, now will need a cord. Also, the old nest app is going away, so need to use both apps, google home and nest. Need to figure out how to combine into one, so far haven’t figured it out yet, have older cameras. Otherwise it works fine.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Nest Outdoor/Indoor Camera

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have purchased a significant amount of Nest Cameras (Indoor and Outdoor) in the past. I have no idea why these cameras have gotten so very large vs what they used to be. It makes for a much more noticeable unit installed. Also does not come with the cord which is an added expense whereas they always came with the unit. I do NOT use these as a battery operated unit only so have to plug them in. Not as happy with these newer outdoor cameras

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Google Team
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      Hi there, RobertF. Sorry to hear the Nest Cam (Battery) may not have been the best fit for you. You’re feedback is important to us and we’d like to hear more about your experience — when you have a second, fill out this survey here:  https://google.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2aStd8wsbcLGvwG madebygoogle

  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life, Connectivity

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Went back to Ring

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Returned them. Battery life wasn’t good, many connection issues. Too many missed occurrences. My previous ring were on point

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Google Team
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      Hey there, IkeRose. We're sorry to see the Nest Cam (Battery) wasn't quite what you were needing. Even though you returned them, your thoughts are valuable to us and we'd like to learn more. When you find the time, here's a survey: https://google.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2aStd8wsbcLGvwG madebygoogle

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nothing beats a nest camera!

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have been using Nest cameras to protect my home and family for almost a decade now. They even helped nab the man who stole my wifes car, and helped send him to prison for a very long time. Rain, snow, or shine, these products withstand everything mother nature can throw at them, and the picture quality stays strong.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Excellent cameras. Terrible app.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve been using Nest for years. Way back to the beginning. It’s always been a solid performer and you get a lot of bang for your buck with the subscription. What I do not like as of the last couple of years is Google doing what Google does best and forcing migration into their app. This camera setup is part of Googles new push to force you the user into using their app. No longer can you use these new cameras with the very good Nest app. I avoided buying these new cameras for the sole purpose of not wanting to use Googles terrible Home app. But my Nest “Legacy” cameras started failing and you can no longer buy them so I really had no other choice if I wanted to continue to use Nest cameras. Other than the terrible Google app, the cameras still work just as good as the legacy cameras. Keep in mind they are all now battery powered, out of the box. And if you want immediate, live video access you are forced to buy an extra power cable for plug in. Classic Google money grab. Operationally wise, it’s still got Nest at its heart so I’ll continue to use them until Google does something totally unacceptable. If you’re reading this Google, fix your terrible app. It’s horrid.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Nest Support
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      Hi CaptStabbin, thanks for leaving feedback and for being a longtime Nest user. We’re sorry to learn of your disappointment with the functionality of the new Nest Cam (battery) in the Google Home app. The new Nest cameras and doorbell are exclusive to the Home app because we wanted to create an integrated experience with your speakers and displays. A Nest Aware subscription applies to all of your cameras, speakers, and displays in the same home structure. You’ll be able to view both your old and new Nest Cams together in the Home app, and we’re working on bringing the full functionality to the Home app so all your cameras can be controlled and set up in one place.

      We're taking your feedback seriously as it helps us better understand our customers’ preferences and needs. And for any of your support needs, our dedicated team is always ready to help you here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp Nest

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love my Nest cameras

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to install, very clear, and easy to setup. I can add names to people that are seen on cameras. The best investment i made got my home and family.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great if you do t need 24/7 surveillance

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Video quality is good, sound quality is good biggest issue is that you. can’t get 24/7 surveillance with these even if you run cords to keep them plugged in.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    No exactly what I needed

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These are very well built cameras that offer clear images and sound. However, they need to be recharged too frequently for my use, and so I returned them.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Installation

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    They are really good but the use of the google home app is not the best I wish they were still accessible from the nest app but still very good quality and easy of use and set up is very easy

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Connectivity

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Mr.

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very difficult to connect and activate for on-line camera viewing. Too complicated . Cameras are excellent !

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Motion detection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great quality

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I added these to my nest outdoor cameras i already had. I dont like the google home app. I wish they would let you use the nest app. However the picture quality is fantastic. Day or night. The sound is ok. Motion detection is set for people only and i do get a lot of false alerts. I am still adjusting but it picks up shadows of cars or trees moving in the wind sometimes as a person. Still, it is great for the money. I have one plugged in and one on battery. Id expect the battery to last probably 60 days before needing to be charged. I plan on running a wire to it, just havent had time yet to drill into the wall. Overall i do recommend this for most applications.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Motion detection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great quality

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I added these to my nest outdoor cameras i already had. I dont like the google home app. I wish they would let you use the nest app. However the picture quality is fantastic. Day or night. The sound is ok. Motion detection is set for people only and i do get a lot of false alerts. I am still adjusting but it picks up shadows of cars or trees moving in the wind sometimes as a person. Still, it is great for the money. I have one plugged in and one on battery. Id expect the battery to last probably 60 days before needing to be charged. I plan on running a wire to it, just havent had time yet to drill into the wall. Overall i do recommend this for most applications.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not A Long Battery Life

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We currently have a wired camera system and has served us well for 6 years. Unfortunately, it's beginning to show it's age with a few malfunctions. Replacing the cameras with new ones is not an option; too old and out-of-date. So, in our search, I chose to purchase the Nest Cam Battery. The picture is great! However, the battery only lasts less than 3 weeks. It's placed at the front of our house, so it does capture quite a bit of activity. I'm sure it would be even more if we didn't live in a cul-de-sac and probably lower battery life. On the lighter side of this, you can purchase the optional power supply BUT you have to have an outlet nearby.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Google Team
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      Hi 2DemandingKitties, thank you for sharing your experience. We are sorry for the poor battery life with your Nest Cam (Battery).

      Battery life will depend on factors including activity, temperature, and camera settings that you select. You can extend the battery life of your camera by adjusting video quality, length of video clips, time between recorded events, and using activity zones to monitor specific areas. Here are some typical scenarios:
      - Busy - About 1.5 months battery life (about 20 - 25 recorded events per day)
      - Typical - About 3 months battery life (about 9 - 12 recorded events per day)
      - Quiet - About 7 months battery life (about 2 - 4 recorded events per day)

      If you´re willing to try, we recommend checking the frequency of events (per day) that you get with your Nest Cam (Battery). If the short battery life isn´t related to the frequency of events, then we may need to have a closer look at your Nest Cam (Battery) and understand what may be causing it. You may contact our support team for further assistance here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp madebygoogle

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Wireless charging+. But IL can’t use all features

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    IL residents waste battery life without familiar face recognition. Convenient that can be charged manually rather that running power. However battery life only 3 weeks if trafficked area without friendly face detection which I assume would save battery life. Picture quality is good though rarely quite high res enough to get license plates of passing Cars

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    App compatibility

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    A good camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The camera works fine. I only wish that the Google cameras would all work with Nest, so all my cameras were on the same app.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Google Team
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      Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us, aees. We get that moving from the Nest app to the Google Home app might take a little getting used to, but we want to make it as easy as possible. The Google Home app lets you connect and control all sorts of devices, like speakers, cameras, thermostats, and lights, all in one place.

      Check out this article for more information on setting up and discover more features: https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/9893532?hl=en

      If you need an extra hand, don't hesitate to reach out to us here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp madebygoogle