Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- GA01317-US
- SKU:
- 11098893
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
- Pros mentioned:Camera qualityCons mentioned:Battery life
Get the job done
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Needs more battery life because I've had it for less than a year and have had to charge them about 8 times already. They also get knocked off line easily for no apparent reason. Great quality and viewing range.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Nest Support
Posted .Hello there, JayT. Thanks for sharing your experience with the Nest Cam (battery). We’re glad that you like its quality and viewing range, but we're sorry to hear you ran into these issues with the battery life along with its magnetic mount. We’d be happy to share your feedback with the right team for future improvements
Meanwhile, the battery life depends 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. Check this link for more details: https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/10901611
Also, we suggest using the secure loop accessory, which is a cable that connects your camera to the magnetic mount and will help prevent your camera from falling if it gets knocked off the mount. If your Nest Cam (battery) did not include a secure loop in the box, please contact us to request one. Alternatively, you can use the Wasserstein anti-theft mount, which can be available at your retailer, and provides anti-theft protection in addition to anti-drop protection.
If there’s anything we can help you with, please contact us anytime using this link: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
- Cons mentioned:App compatibility
Needs app integration
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a great camera for all intensive purposes but google really needs to step up the integration between the nest app and the home app. Features aren’t available depending on which app you are using and can be particularly confusing if you have cameras from the previous generation.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Camera quality
Soccer mom
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We originally wanted 2 cameras but since there was a sale for 3 we spent a little extra. 2 are mounted outdoors and we kept the other 1 indoor to monitor the dog when we leave her alone. If she starts to bark or howl due to loneliness, we can talk to her on our phone app which gives her reassurance. The cameras are very clear on our phone app and we can also hear very well. It's a great product that took little installation.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Camera quality
Great product
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.For a rechargeable camera the battery life is fantastic even in the winter you can expect around 4-5 weeks of life even with temperatures down in the tens. Picture quality is great and I like that I can set zones to only capture certain areas.
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:Battery life
It’s up but not totally satisfied
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Well it is a pain two different apps. Need to charge every 10 days. Needed to buy solar panels. Bulky. Paid for install and they just screwed it in the place it’s magnetically sticks. Don’t pay for install waste of money.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Nest Support
Posted .Hi there, we appreciate your insights on Nest Cam (Battery). We're sorry for any disappointment you may be having with the battery issue and the move to the Google Home app.
We wanted to make the Google Home app the one place where you can control all your favorite Google 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 (Battery):
- 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.
- You may set up your older Nest cameras to the Google Home app. Check out this help article: https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/9893532
We recommend checking the frequency of events (per day) that you get with your Nest Cam (Battery), since battery life will depend on factors including activity, temperature, and camera settings that you select. Users can extend the battery life of their 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 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)
If the short battery life isn´t related to the frequency of events, then we'd like to take a closer look at your device and understand what may be causing it. You may contact our support team for further assistance by visiting us here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality, Night vision
Cameras
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love the quality of these cameras. They have great night vision.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ease of use
Camera
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s everything I was looking for! It was easy to install and the clarity is great! It works well through the app even while traveling abroad. I would highly recommend it!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Overall performance
Google Nest Cameras
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Product works very good with hot spot device and the magnet is stronger than I expected. Overall it was a good buy and the price was fair.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Camera quality
Pretty Good!
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Picture is clear and very wide. I have it in a great wifi signal area and sometimes the app tells me the camera is off. I restart the app and it works. Other than that im pretty happy with it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Nest Support
Posted .Hi there, Beats4fame. Thanks for your inquiry about the Nest Cam (indoor, wired). To check if the camera feed will work, you can try to delete and reinstall the app on your device. If you've tried these fixes before and the issue still persists, then we recommend reaching out to our team of specialists on our Google Nest Help 'Contact Us' page 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 - Pros mentioned:Camera quality
Hardware surpasses the software, but just barely
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Camera quality is fantastic, but I wish the app was a little more robust. I would prefer to "ignore" familiar faces and only show the ones not recognized. I like how sturdy the construction is and the ease of setup is fantastic.
I would recommend this to a friend Camera Does Its Job
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These cameras work fine under daytime conditions but don't show anything in the dark. For that purpose, you'd need to get ones with motion sensor lights or put your camera in a well-lit area. They cover a broad range. I added solar panels to keep them charged.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Camera quality
Security system
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These cameras are amazing they quality is mind blowing and it's super easy-to-use and set up the employees at best buy were very helpful when it came to buying my items
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Overall performance
Awesome cameras
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The cameras worked straight out the box. It was an open box product all items that came with it were there and function as it should.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Camera quality, Installation
Great Camera
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is my third camera and I love it! Pictures are clear, easy to install and easy to save the video. Perfect addition to my house.
I would recommend this to a friend Only 1 charger...
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Only comes with one charger... wish i would have kwon THAT.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend- Cons mentioned:Battery life
Great Camera Option!
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These cameras are great especially if you have already bought into the google ecosystem. They are pretty expensive but were very simple to setup. There are only two big issues. You have to pay for 24/7 recording and the battery life is no where close to advertised. Im sure you could get close if you restricted video recording a lot, but defeats the point of the camera. So a power cable is a extra must buy. And as others have mentioned this three pack only comes with one short charger cable, not 3.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Nest Support
Posted .Hey there, Jacob. We’re glad that you like the Nest Cam (battery) and how it integrates with the Google ecosystem. We hear your concerns about the battery life and recording feature along with having one charging cable for the multi-pack cameras.
A single cable is included because cameras typically require charging at different times. This is due to factors like how often events occur, what the camera sees, and your chosen sensitivity and recording duration settings.
Meanwhile, you can connect your camera to a power outlet with the included power adapter for continuous power so you can avoid charging the camera more often than you should, which is also required to get 24/7 recording. And as we're always evaluating and refining our products based on customer’s feedback and industry trends, we’ve included three hours of event history right out of the box for the first time ever. Additionally, the Nest Aware (2nd gen) covers all cameras and doorbells added on the same home structure. Please note that the power adapter included with the Nest Cam (battery) is not weatherproof and not intended for outdoor use, and we suggest using a compatible weatherproof cable (sold separately).
For support, visit the Google Nest Help Center or contact our team directly: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
- Cons mentioned:Battery life
Does its job to the fullest
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Perfectly fits the family's household needs. The wireless function is mostly good, but can be difficult to maintain charging if the camera is in a very high traffic area!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Nest Support
Posted .Hello NicholasL, we're happy knowing that your Nest cam fit into your family needs. We understand you have a question about battery life. Here's a helpful link with tips to extend your device battery life: https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/10901611?hl=en&sjid=5289911547137823665-NA
Want a continuous power option? hardwiring your Nest Cam will keep it powered up all the time. You can learn more about hardwiring here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/10919314?hl=en-AU&co=GENIE.Platform%3DAndroid&sjid=5289911547137823665-NA
- Pros mentioned:Camera quality
New Generation
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Had the older generation nest cameras but these newer generations have better picture quality. I also love the battery options that allow up 2-3 months on a single charge if needed.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Camera quality
Very solid outdoor webcam without subscription
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have a ring and after a year I did t want to pay the subscription fees every year. After some research I found this one and I actually liked it. Here are the reasons 1. You don't want to pay the subscription and you don't need to check/tore video way back in the timeline 2. Solid build (in fact heavier than others) and the battery runs 6 weeks (within 25-50F ranges) 3. The video quality is good and I really like face recognition feature 4. I like the integration with nest hub display where I can watch the live feed with voice command On the flip side, it might look expensive to begin with but the subscription cost from other devices will help you to decide. The setup with the nest app can be tricky so follow the steps carefully and contact support online if you get any problem but don't skip any steps.
I would recommend this to a friend