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$80 – $100
Indoor 2K security camera with Gemini AI. HDR video, person/animal/vehicle detection. Works with Google Home, limited Alexa support.
Need 3 hours free video history
Free tier includes 3 hours of event video history without subscription
Multiple cameras under one subscription
Nest Aware/Google Home Premium covers unlimited cameras for $10/month
Want compact, attractive design
Small form factor (3.88" tall) fits unobtrusively in any room
Deep Google ecosystem user
Seamless integration with Google Home, Nest Hub displays, and Google Assistant
Want subscription-free security
Only 3 hours free history - need Nest Aware for useful features
Need reliable WiFi connection
Known WiFi connectivity issues - frequent dropouts reported
Apple HomeKit user
No HomeKit support - Google ecosystem only
Want premium video quality
1080p only - competitors offer 2K at similar price
WiFi connection drops frequently - requires rebooting camera to restore
Google Nest CommunityLive view takes 30+ seconds to connect, person often gone by then
Google Nest CommunityNight vision appears foggy on some units
User ReviewsMust use Google Home app - old Nest app no longer works
widespreadCause: Google migrated away from Nest app to Google Home
WiFi connectivity unreliable - random disconnections
commonCause: WiFi implementation issues in firmware
Expecting to use old Nest app
Camera only works with Google Home app - Nest app not supported
Tip: Download Google Home app before unboxing camera
Placing camera far from WiFi router
Frequent disconnections and slow live view loading
Tip: Keep within 30 feet of router or use WiFi extender
All video storage, AI detection, remote access, notifications - everything
Nothing - camera requires cloud connection to function
All video processed and stored by Google. Facial recognition data if enabled. Activity history.
Tested with up to 10 devices
Nest Aware subscription covers unlimited cameras. Google Home app can manage many devices. Each camera needs reliable WiFi signal.
WiFi reliability varies. Google Home app can be slow with many devices. 1080p uses less bandwidth than 2K competitors.
Eufy Indoor Cam 2K
If: Want subscription-free with local storage
Ring Indoor Cam
If: Deep Alexa integration preferred
Arlo Essential Indoor
If: Want privacy shutter and multi-platform
Deep Google smart home ecosystem
Best integration with Nest Hubs, Google Assistant, and Google Home app
Already paying for Nest Aware
Subscription covers unlimited cameras so additional cameras are just hardware cost
Want subscription-free security
3 hours free history is useless - Eufy offers free local storage
1080p HD with HDR. Lower than competitors offering 2K but uses less bandwidth.
Source: Product SpecsKnown WiFi issue. Try moving closer to router, using 2.4GHz band, or power cycling camera.
Source: Google Nest CommunityNo HomeKit support. Works with Google Assistant only. No Alexa either.
Facial recognition inaccurate - alerts for wrong people
Google Nest CommunitySubscription required for meaningful video history
commonCause: Only 3 hours free - need Nest Aware for more
1080p resolution feels dated vs 2K competitors
commonCause: Hardware limitation - sensor is 2MP
Not subscribing to Nest Aware for longer history
Only 3 hours of events saved - miss important footage
Tip: Budget for $6-12/month Nest Aware subscription
All video goes to Google cloud. Google may use data for product improvement. Facial recognition raises privacy concerns.
Need reliable WiFi connection
Known connectivity issues - consider wired options or other brands
No, 2nd gen cameras only work with Google Home app. Nest app is discontinued for new cameras.
Source: Google SupportNot required but strongly recommended. Free tier only stores 3 hours of events. Nest Aware ($6-12/mo) adds 30-60 days history.
Source: Google Support