Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- GA01894-US
- SKU:
- 6473265
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.0 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
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.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Great Value and Utility... if you trust Google
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Box comes with everything needed for basic setup. Charging cable is on the short side in comparison to wired model. These are basically the former overpriced Nest IQ cameras newly rebranded. They're a good deal now at 1/4th of what they used to cost but heavily dependent on Google services. These WILL NOT work with the legacy Nest App and must be setup via the Google Home App; local home network MUST be online able to access Google servers — you cannot log on to them directly locally. These are essentially fully dependent on remote proprietary Google software and associated services so will likely become expensive paperweights (like Stadia Controllers) if Google ever suddenly feels like killing the 'Nest' service.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Nest Support
Posted .Hi MrPen, thanks for sharing your insights with us on Nest Cam (Battery). We're sorry to hear that the Google Nest ecosystem, including the Google Home app fell short of meeting your expectations.
Our goal for the launching of the new generation of Nest cameras is to make the Google Home app the one place where you can control all your favorite Nest devices and other smart home devices with the Google Assistant. Here are some benefits you can get by using the Google Home app with your Nest Cam (Indoor, Wired):
- Automatic security protections such as Suspicious activity detection, 2-Step Verification and Security Checkup.
- Your Google Nest devices and services will work together. For example, if you have a Nest Cam and a Nest Hub, just say, ""Hey Google, show me the backyard camera” to cast your camera stream to your display without any additional setup.
- One account to sign into both the Nest and Google Home apps.
- Your homes and home members will be aligned across the Nest and Google Home apps.
If you´re willing to try, you may set up your older Nest cameras to the Google Home app. Here´s a guide that you can follow to set up your Nest cameras on the Google Home app: https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/9893532
You´re always welcome to contact our support team for any questions or support needs you may have here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
Good hardware, don’t love some of the changes
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.As a long time user of this line of products, I was both impressed and disappointed with my purchase. I think they’ve made some significant improvements in the hardware, including the battery, ease of set up and overall durability. Unfortunately, Google’s newer generation of products is incompatible with the old nest app and requires the use of their newer home app instead. And migrating the old cameras to the new app, they lose some functionality. So you’re either left with inferior software, or using two apps if you want to maximize the utility of a system incorporating both older and newer generations of these cameras. If you are only purchasing the latest hardware, you probably won’t regret it, but for people that have the older cameras and want to incorporate one of these, be aware.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Google Team
Posted .Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the Nest Battery, Phoenicianguy. We understand that there may be a learning curve with the transition from the Nest app to the Google Home app, but we are here to help make that transition as smooth as possible. With the Google Home app you’re able to connect with a wide variety of speakers, cameras, thermostats, lights, and a range of other products, all from one place.
Check out this article to 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
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality
Very good camara, but takes long to charge
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Video quality is good, easy to set up and easy to connect to app, no subcription needed to be able to use it
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Overall performance
3 nest cameras
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The cameras work wonderful. I have them all around the outside my house.
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:App compatibility
Great cameras , terrible app
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Cameras are great but can’t add these to Nest app. Have to use Google home app which isn’t very good. Nest app way better and faster
No, I would not recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ease of use
Google Nest Cam
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This camera is a breeze to set up in the Google home app and has a lot of great features. It works exactly as expected and the sleek design looks good anywhere it’s placed. For the price, it would be nice if the resolution was higher, but other than that this is a great camera!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Camera quality, Ease of use
Peace of Mind
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It works perfectly when I leave for days so I get alerts and can remotely check in on the interior of my property. When I get home, I can turn it off and easily take it down as the camera to the base is magnetic.
I would recommend this to a friend Settings are important
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Easy to install and fit nicely where we needed it to. Battery is good, if it’s in a busy area you might have to charge more frequently but it does an amazing job. Always make sure to check setting for video for how often clips are taken.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Ease of useCons mentioned:Battery life
Great wireless camera
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Super easy to setup. Perfect for places where you can't run wires. But they only record when they sense motion or you turn on live mode. Battery life is decent, worse in cold of course.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Nest Support
Posted .Hello cazcat, thanks for sharing your review here. We're glad to hear that you had a great experience with setting up your Nest Cam (battery). Your feedback on recording video history is appreciated and rest assured we'll relay this to the right team for future improvements. 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. If you need assistance with steps on how to save on battery life, you can reach us on our Google Help page here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
- Pros mentioned:Night visionCons mentioned:Battery life
Google nest cams good quality
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.They are pretty nice the night vision is great very clear the daytime is clear the only complaints is the batteries dies pretty quickly if there are alot of events they are best to be plugged in permanently.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Nest Support
Posted .Hi there Gamingmouse, thanks for reaching out to us. We apologize for the short battery life you are experiencing with your Nest Cam (Battery). It's important to check factors such as activity, temperature, and camera settings that you select for your Nest camera. You can extend the battery life 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 for your Nest Cam (Battery):
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)
We also recommend checking the frequency of events that your Nest camera gets in a day. If the short battery life isn´t related to the frequency of events, then we may need to have a closer look at your device and understand what may be causing it. We'd be happy to help check the shorter battery life for your Nest Cam (Battery) by reaching out to our support team here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
- Pros mentioned:Ease of use
Excellent product
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent product and very easy to install. I purchased 3 cameras 4 years ago and decided to purchase 2 more. There are lots of options in the market place but Nest Cam is the best in my opinion. Would recommend to anyone.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Camera quality
Good camera, but one flaw
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall this is a very good camera. It's picture quality is better than many in the price range and is fairly easy to set up. The only issue I have with it, is it does not work with the Nest app. It only works with the Google Home app. I believe Google is doing away with the Net app in the future, but as of now I'd prefer to have all my Nest products in the Nest app and link it to Google home app as I did with my doorbell and thermostat. Other than this inconvenience it is a good camera overall.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Nest Support
Posted .Hi there, SomeguyinTX! We're glad to hear that Nest Cam (Battery) has worked well for you. We're sorry for any inconvenience you may be having with the move to Google Home app for the new generation of Nest cameras.
We understand that you have long enjoyed viewing your Google Nest devices from the Nest app. We wanted to make the Google Home app as the one place you can control all your favorite Google Nest and other smart home devices with the Google Assistant. We also wanted to create an integrated experience where you can control your Nest thermostats with other Google Nest speakers and displays.
For any other support needs you have with your Nest cameras, please feel free to contact our support team via the Google Nest help page: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality
Good but could be better
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this camera as part of my google home setup. The camera has clear picture quality during the day usually but less clear in the evening. Additionally it only records in 30s increments unless it is plugged in. Furthermore, it does require a paid subscription to google at $6 a month or $60 a year if you want it to record anything beyond the last 3 hour time window. All in all a decent camera but there is likely other comparable products on the market that dont charge a monthly fee, this would likely involve having a dvr somewhere in your home instead.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Camera qualityCons mentioned:Battery life
Good but at a price
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very good quality cameras, just that battery sucks
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:InstallationCons mentioned:Battery life
Google Nest Outdoor Wireless battery cameras
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Overall the cameras are good. Easy to setup but the battery use can be a tough one. Had to turn off sound and mic items. Once I did that it is more reasonable. Takes 4-5 hours to charge this units but wireless setup is a breeze.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Nest Support
Posted .Hi rereillyii, thanks for giving us time to share this review with us about the Nest Cam (Battery). We’re sorry to hear that the battery use for wireless setup is a tough one for you.
Battery life will depend on factors including activity, temperature, and camera settings that you select. You can also 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. This link might be helpful: https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/10901611
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 additional help is required, or if there’s anything we can help you with around the performance and features of your Nest camera, our support team is always ready to provide you with services and assistance here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality
Google nest camera
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best outdoor camer for the price great quality video and images
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:Battery life
Buy only if in sale.
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The cameras work well without hard wired but o my last one month. Charging connectors are finicky. I always have to brush them with sodium peroxide
No, I would not recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Camera qualityCons mentioned:Battery life
Great premium alternative if you dislike Ring
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great camera quality and easy to connect to Nest/Google Home app. Charge doesn't last as long as I was expecting (~3 months idle) but nonetheless is completely cordless and provides great video output.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Nest Support
Posted .Hi DC2SF, thanks for posting a review. We’re sorry to hear that you’re having battery issues with your Nest Cam (battery).
For the battery life, it 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. We’re hoping that you’ll give us another chance to improve your experience. You may contact our support team for further assistance here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
Good picture but…
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good picture but quality isn’t good a night. You will need to purchase spot lights.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Camera qualityCons mentioned:Battery life
Google camera
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I had to replace it with another one lasted a little over two years. Good camera overall.
I would recommend this to a friend