Built-in recording Integrated object detection Good video quality

New app worse than old one Works with Google Assistant only

Cheaper than the rest of the lineup, the Nest Cam (indoor, wired) still includes the main features of its stablemates, which means onboard recording and object detection, so you don’t necessarily need to pay for a Nest Aware subscription. Offering...

Battery operated for easy placement indoors or out ; Easy installation ; Subtle design ; Great video quality ; Records if Wi-Fi or power outage ; Plays nice with Google smart home products

Expensive - if you want all features Nest Aware subscription needed too ; Not compatible with the Nest app ; Only 1080p resolution ; Doesn't work with non-Google smart home systems

Overall the 2021 Nest Cam is an excellent security camera for indoors or outdoors use, featuring a great blend of design, features and battery-powered convenience.

Easy to set up with app ; Responsive remote interaction ; Great looking hardware

Easy to steal ; Only works with Google Home ; Can require relatively frequent charging

Easy-to-use home security for Google fans that isn’t quite a steal, but quite easily could be

“This is one security camera that doesn't require constant babysitting thanks to its smart features.”

Stylish. Easy to install. Multi-purpose sensors. Works with Nest cameras and a handful of third-party devices.

Expensive. Doesn't support IFTTT or trigger other devices.

The Nest Secure Alarm Starter Pack is a stylish DIY smart home security solution that's easy to install and configure, but is very expensive, and lacks integration you get with some other systems.