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Google Nest Cam (Battery, Outdoor)

Brand: Google
4.0
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Verdict

An excellent choice for Google Home households, offering sharp HDR 1080p video, accurate alerts, and renter-friendly installation, though its modest battery life and paid Nest Aware subscription for the best features are important trade-offs.

Pros

  • Installation & Mounting ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 5.0
    Magnetic mounting makes it quick to install and easy to adjust angles, ideal for renters.
  • False alert filter effectiveness ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
    Delivers consistently accurate alerts, distinguishing people well while limiting false triggers.
  • Smart home integration (Alexa ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.5
    Works best in Google Assistant homes, offering seamless integration with the Google Home app and other Nest devices.
  • Night vision brightness & detail ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0
    Night vision keeps scenes clear and readable, maintaining good detail around doors and driveways after dark.
  • Video resolution & detail ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.0
    1080p HDR video offers clear coverage of driveways and yards, with enough detail for everyday monitoring even if it trails 2K and 4K rivals.
  • Subscription ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 3.5
    Nest Aware is optional but unlocks face recognition and extended event history, adding useful features at an extra monthly or annual cost.

Cons

  • Battery life ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 2.5
    Typically needs recharging a little over once a month in active areas, so heavy users should expect regular top-ups.

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