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
Easy to Install these Security Cameras
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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These camera were very easy to install and to view online in my Home app. I set up access on two phones without a problem. Our HOA, which is particular about the appearance, gave us approval within 24 hours. They are under the eaves and out of the weather, and the picture is great night and day. Now we feel more secure having this view of our yard 24/7.
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Really happy with this product. It was easy to install and even easier to connect with our google nest network. It has a super clear picture and the zoom is very nice. My wife actually scared me as I walked by one and she started talking to me. lol
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I have purchased a few of these and find the setup and reliability to be very good. I have purchased a third party solar charger for the one mounted on the house (need a ladder to access) and it works great too. I also have a Nest thermostat and a Nest doorbell, so it is nice to manage everything from one app (Google Home). For recording I have a yearly subscription that covers all cameras in the house. I have also used Blink and Wyze, but the apps are not as good and the integration is not as seamless. They are not the lowest price option, but in this case the quality and ease of use is worth the extra cost.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great deal, great product
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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The quality is good. Obviously battery life depends on how much it's recording. Batteries seem to do great. I have some that just run on battery. You can also add an external ring with a safety lanyard for extra security. The magnet is extremely strong, both for the mount and the camera. It sticks to almost anything. There's also a solar panel that you can add for inconvenient locations that do not have power. Would totally recommend the three pack. We run seven of these cameras.
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This is our third camera now. Easy to install and easy to install on your phone. I like that you can hear what someone says while monitoring them on your phone. They also can hear you talking to them clearly.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera quality, Ease of use
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Liking the security
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Easy to set up, easy to use and great quality. Totally satisfied.
Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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The cameras are great if you get a working set. I bought the 2 pack and 1 failed to work after a day and a half of running. I went back to store to exchange the nonworking camera and was told they couldn't trouble shoot the camera and would just replace it but i needed both camera. So had to go home and remove and uninstall the other camera and get a completely new 2 pack of cameras. So far they are both working just fine.
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I bought these cameras for my home, easy set up and installation. No wires! The picture is so clear I love it! I also, enjoy the detailed notification.
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The battery doesn't last long. I ended up purchasing 2 wires for the camera, which defeted the whole purpose of it being battery operated. At night it shows black and white instead of in color like my first nest cameras. Also, the cameras only show and work on the google home app instead of the nest app. Instead of clicking on the google home app and automatically seeing the footage, you have to click on the app, then click the "camera" icon to see the footage. The camera is on "idle" mode (if its running on battery), so then you also have to click on "live" mode to see the live footage. Customer service says that once I plug the cameras in, it will show the live footage automatically.
Hi Amanda, thanks for trying out the Nest Cam (Battery). We do apologize for any disappointment you may be having with some of the features including the battery life, night vision and the Google Home app.
We wanted to make the Google Home app as 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 (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.
Also, the information you got from our support team is correct. Nest Cam (battery) can accommodate up to 10 days of continuous video recording (CVR) and 24/7 video history if hardwired to power and subscribed to Nest Aware Plus ($12 a month for all of your cameras, speakers, and displays on the same home structure).
We'll make sure to pass along the details of your feedback to our product team and see how we can improve our products and services further. For any other support needs you may be having, please do not hesitate to contact our support team here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Connected and Reliable!!!!!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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After over a year with Apple HomeKit cameras that were constantly offline and not working, these Google Nest cams are exceeding all expectations. The thread and matter connectivity keep these always connected and I even replaced my doorbell to the Google nest doorbell after two weeks with these cameras. Easy to mount. Picture is clear, recordings are excellent and notifications are accurate with Face recognition, package recognition, etc. Highly recommend!!!
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Where to start…
1. Camera can only be viewed in the Google home app. Very inconvenient if you are already a Nest user.
2. Camera is not capable of constantly streaming video. What this means is, when you pull up your cameras you only see a black screen with the word Idle on the top left and a button for live feed. Sure, you’d expect this to be the case for a battery operated device to conserve charge. But, what if it’s constantly plugged in? This leads to my third point.
3. I bought the weatherproof cable to have the camera plugged in and not worry about battery life. Here’s the catch, while the device is mounted to the magnetic mount, it will not charge. Furthermore, if you find a nifty way to hold the camera in place without the mount, you won’t be able to see the video until you place the device back on the magnetic mount AND unplug the power. WHY WOULD YOU EVEN OFFER A CABLE OPTION THEN?
The camera itself is easy to configure, like any previous Nest device. But unfortunately the functionality is not there.
Google should just rehire the original Nest team so they can produce great products.
Hi there bengtglave, thanks for choosing Nest Cam (Battery) and sharing some insights. We´re sorry to hear about your disappointing experience with the Google Home app.
The new Nest Cameras and doorbells are exclusive to the Google Home app because we wanted to create an integrated experience with other Google Nest speakers and displays. We wanted to make the Google Home app as the one place you can control all your favorite Nest and other smart home devices with the Google Assistant. If you already have some Nest cameras installed in your home, you may transfer them to the Google Home app. Check out this help article for more information: https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/9893532
Nest Cam (battery) can accommodate up to 10 days of continuous video recording (CVR) and 24/7 video history if hardwired to power and subscribed to Nest Aware Plus ($12 a month for all of your cameras, speakers, and displays on the same home structure).
We'd like to learn more about the charging issue with your weatherproof cable when the camera is mounted to the magnetic plate, and understand the reason why it isn't charging. Please reach out to our support team here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great camera for your home
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Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
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I bought the 2 cameras as open box in excellent condition. I may be biased but this is the best camera out there. I got the wired so I could have 24/7 recording (w/ nest plus for a cost but so worth it) granted going to google home is little more cumbersome that the best app but overall I will recommend this to anyone looking for cameras to monitor their property.
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The Google Nest Camera has exceeded my expectations. It was simple to set up, and the video quality is excellent, even at night. The alerts are accurate, distinguishing between people and other movements. The integration with Google Assistant is seamless, making it easy to check the camera feed on my Nest Hub. Overall, it’s a reliable security camera that’s both user-friendly and effective.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Peace of mind at a price their proud!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Excellent viewing and notification for free 3 hours recording. Of course wish it was less expensive. Works well at dark as well. Battery lasted about 6 weeks.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Cameras
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Very nice cameras, I have them on all points of my home and they work very well, super easy to set up and very user friendly to use and play back video clips if needed. I love the familiar face feature since it always tells me who is at the door before they even knock.
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The Nest Google Home app has made great improvements. I’m happy to come back to their cameras for complete security video records of activity.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Google View
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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We love the distance it has and recording day and night. Only reason not 5 stars is the battery length Deteriorates when you leave them outside in the cold temperatures.
Hi there, EricC. We’re glad that you love the recording feature of the Nest Cam (battery). We hear your concern about the battery charging behavior during cold weather. At temperatures between -4°F (-20°C) and 32°F (0°C), the battery can still power your device, but it won’t charge. It may also drain more quickly than usual. At temperatures close to -4°F (-20°C), your battery may have less than half the life that it has in warm weather. The camera will continue to work, but the battery will drain because it can’t be charged. You need to bring it inside to a warm place, preferably at room temperature so the battery can start to charge slowly once its temperature rises past 32°F (0°C). It will charge faster when it warms up.
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Is my mother and father own a business. That business has been the life blood of my family for over thirty years now. As time has gone on, I have learned a lesson that even though I'm not there in the physical sense. I can't be there helping watch over my family and our future investment. With that said, as age comes and my mother and father are getting older. They need extra set of eyes and I feel like i'd become those extra set of eyes thanks to them.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Camera quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very Convenient
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Can place this guy anywhere that can receive a WiFi signal. I have it installed on a cedar tree in backyard facing the backyard sidewalk area. Put a black silicone cover on the camera so it blended in better to the environment. Works great! Very clear picture. Battery life is about a month depending on usage. Nice battery icon always displayed so you can see remaining battery life.