Customers are pleased with the Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Generation)'s video quality, ease of use, and night vision capabilities. Many also appreciate the improved motion detection and quicker notifications. However, some users experienced issues with connectivity and app compatibility, while others found the size to be larger than expected. A few also reported that the battery life was not as advertised.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Squirrel stole the show, Ring Ring
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Oh man, let me tell you about this Google Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Gen) in Snow—it's like the wizard's eye at my door, straight out of a D&D campaign! Picture this: I'm knee-deep in crafting Goblin Sacks for my MTG crew over at ddwizards.com (shoutout to @ddwizards and @ddwizard on X for the daily chaos), and suddenly, ding-dong! Not the pizza guy, but my phone buzzes with crystal-clear HD video of a squirrel plotting world domination on my porch. No more "Ash can't ketchem" moments— this bad boy catches every sneaky visitor with its smart detection, even in the dead of night, thanks to that night vision glow.
As a self-taught bag-slinging entrepreneur who's been grinding through bulk card hauls and YouTube shorts to claw my way back to the big leagues (you know, that epic quest for success after a few plot twists), this doorbell's my new sidekick. It integrates seamlessly with my Google Home setup, yelling "Intruder alert!" (okay, politely notifying) faster than a Planeswalker summoning a dragon. The wired install was a breeze—no wizardry required, just plug and play—and now my front door feels like a fortified castle. Bonus: the Snow color blends right in, looking sleeker than a Mythic Rare foil.
If you're juggling a small biz like me, or just want to level up your home security without the hassle, grab this Nest Doorbell. It's not just a gadget; it's the guardian your lair deserves. Five stars, Google—you've cast a spell on me!
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Yes yes yes. This door bell is soooooo nice. The app set up is with google so make sure that you create an account. But let me tell you, I see everything!!! I have a piece of mind now and don’t have to go look and see who is at my door. Definitely a homeowners must have. Eventually you will need a subscription to view activity that your camera catches but it is worth it. The sound quality, night vision, and video quality are all really good.
This review is from Google - Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Generation) - Ash
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love this doorbell camera!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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I’ve had the Google Nest Wired Doorbell Camera for a while now, and I honestly love it. The video quality is super clear — both day and night — and I really like how quickly it sends notifications to my phone. I can see exactly who’s at my door, even if they don’t ring the bell.
The setup was pretty simple, and since it’s wired, I never have to deal with recharging or replacing batteries. The motion detection is accurate, and it does a good job of telling the difference between people, packages, and cars.
The two-way audio is also really clear, which is great when I need to talk to delivery drivers or visitors when I’m not home. Plus, it looks nice — modern and not too bulky on the wall.
Overall, it just gives me peace of mind knowing I can check on my home anytime. Definitely worth it if you want something reliable and easy to use.
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Very easy to set up with the Google home app. I chose the 'wired' plug in version because our old doorbell wire was no good. Nice Camara view and notifications - Right now it is set to notify me of 'people' and 'packages' - works great although I need to narrow the scan, so it doesn't notify me when people walk by out in the he street. Looks good and works great l!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Reliable, Clear, and Smart
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Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
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The Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Gen) has been a fantastic upgrade for my home. The video quality is excellent, with crisp detail both day and night, and the wide field of view makes it easy to see everything at my doorstep. I love how smart alerts distinguish between people, packages, animals, and vehicles—it cuts down on unnecessary notifications. The design is sleek and modern, and integration with the Google Home app is seamless. Installation was straightforward, and it connects reliably with no lag. Overall, it’s a smart, dependable doorbell that makes me feel more secure and connected to my home.
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This camera works wonderful! Great image and make us feel more secure know what is happening around our home at all times! This camera always catches activity outside and we always get notifications for every event, which is our personal preference. We would definitely recommend this camera!
This review is from Google - Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Generation) - Ash
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Video quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome Must Try Doorbell
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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I am in love with this doorbell. It was assembled quickly and without issues. Instructions are clear on step by step. I also love the fact that it catches everything opposed to my Vivint doorbell. Everything is easy access with the home account. Looking at purchasing the hub and deadbolts next.
This review is from Google - Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Generation) - Ash
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love my Nest Doorbell
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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The wired 2nd gen Nest Doorbell was very easy to install and set up. Its great that i dont have to worry about charging rhe battery. I got the coveted Linen color. Love it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Video quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Though instructions confusing-I’m happy!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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After much rereading and redoing the installation guide and finally ignoring the final picture, I was able to get it installed. (The final picture seemed to indicate the tiny center light and the outer ring should be lit to begin pairing. That was untrue.) The doorbell and camera work great! The camera could be better, but it works well. I’m impressed that I get alerts no matter where I am.
This review is from Google - Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Generation) - Ash
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Google Nest Support
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Hello MarieW, we're sorry to hear that you encountered issues setting up your Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Gen). We appreciate your determination in completing the process. At the same time, we're glad you're enjoying the quality of the Nest Doorbell and Camera. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
Pros mentioned:
Installation
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Knock knock who's there? I already know who is
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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The Nest doorbell wired camera is awesome. The installation with the step by step instructions are very detailed and is easy to follow. The camera is very sensitive it was picking up vehicle movement at a great distance. It also picked up an firework going off at 12/31/2022 see the attached picture.
I am very pleased with this purchase.
This review is from Google - Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Generation) - Ash
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Battery life, Compatibility
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome front door camera with night vision
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Awesome upgrade from the 1st generation the previous model is completely terrible constant shutting down due to cold weather loses charge quickly.
This review is from Google - Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Generation) - Ash
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Video quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good camera
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
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Good camera. Catches everything that passes by and recognizes animals, people, vehicles, and packages. If your packages is gone you get a notification.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Video quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great doorbell
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Great picture quality and connecting with the google home app couldn’t be easier. Set up and installation didn’t take longer then 10 min at the most
This review is from Google - Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Generation) - Ash
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy, quick, quality
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
fantastic addition to any smart home. Its sleek design and high-quality build make it an attractive and durable choice for enhancing home security. The doorbell offers crystal-clear video with HDR, ensuring you can see visitors clearly, day or night. The advanced AI features, such as Familiar Face detection and package alerts, provide peace of mind by keeping you informed about who is at your door and when packages arrive.
Installation is straightforward, and the doorbell integrates seamlessly with the Google Home ecosystem, making it easy to manage alongside other smart devices. The 24/7 recording capability is a standout feature, offering continuous monitoring and ensuring you never miss a moment. Overall, the Google Nest Doorbell (2nd Gen, Wired) is a reliable and efficient solution for anyone looking to upgrade their home security system.
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So nice to see who is driving up and the doorbell rings on all my nest minis so even if im in the garage i know when someone is here.
The only thing i dont like is that the video clip only stays in the application for 3 hours. I can save it during that time but if I dont get to it, its gone. You can get a supscription to save them longer but i don't need another subscription.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Nest Support
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Hey there, WapitiSprings. Thanks for giving us feedback on the Nest Doorbell (wired, 2nd gen). We’re glad you like how it integrates well with your smart devices, and we hear your concerns about the 3-hour events history.
Nest has long been focused on delivering quality products to our customers. We’re also focused on giving our customers value for the price, including three hours of event history right out of the box for the first time ever. On-device processing also gives our customers smart alerts and Activity Zones, which historically have required a subscription. There's no fee to stream full resolution live video and receive basic notifications, as long as your camera is connected to the internet. However, you’ll need a Nest Aware subscription to receive advanced features. With a Nest Aware subscription your video will be saved to the cloud and you’ll get extra features. Find out more what you can get with the Nest Aware subscription here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/9233159
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Overall good quality. Big improvement on aesthetics. Had the old one and while it looked nice and shiny new it quickly started cracking on what looks like plexiglass. Bought this newer one because the older one stopped working. My only problem with it is that they flipped the design on the base plate for the screw hole slots. I had to make new holes in the wall because they were different as far as the mounting holes go. The screw hole that has a horizontal slot for fine tuning vertical alignment has been switched around to the top i think it was. Other than that, i would recommend it either way.
This review is from Google - Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Generation) - Ash
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Google Nest Support
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Hey There, Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you sharing your experience. If you'd like to share more details about your specific experiences or suggestions, please feel free to fill out our feedback form: https://google.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2aStd8wsbcLGvwG
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
It’s beautiful but…
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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I love my google products and this one is right there to but I do have just a couple of things that I feel are downgrades from it’s predecessor. I feel the wide camera view was much better before and the biggest issue I have is having to move from the nest app to google home. Home is fine but nowhere near the functionality of the nest app. I hope this decision is reversed or the google home camera functionality is modified to be more similar to nest.
This review is from Google - Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Generation) - Ash
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Google Nest Support
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Hey Kris, We appreciate you sharing your feedback. We understand your concerns about the changes in the camera view and the transition from the Nest app to Google Home. Your input is valuable to us as we continue to improve our products. Let us know a little more about your experience at this link : https://google.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2aStd8wsbcLGvwG
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Better than Ring
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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Setup and installation was a breeze. However, after 2 weeks it lost connection and had to exchange it for a new one. Luckily i bought the warranty and had it replaced. However, I had to waste money on buying a warranty for the replacement.
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This product sure came in handy.
Small and mighty!
Light turns on when action is detected and recording.
The only downside is 3 hour max video history.
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Love this doorbell. Was the last thing I need to add to my new house to make it a smart house. Works great and I love getting the notifications about when my packages are delivered.
This review is from Google - Nest Doorbell Wired (2nd Generation) - Ash