My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Google Nest Doorbell
The Nest Doorbell is Google’s latest wireless and Wi-Fi smart video doorbell, and it just hit its lowest price since its release , according to price checker tools . You can purchase the Battery Nest Doorbell for $109.99 (originally $179.99), giving you the option of wired or wireless mode.
The ideal option is wired or wireless. If you rent, you can use a battery that requires minimal installation, making it easy to take with you on your next move. If you own a home, you can connect it to your doorbell so you don’t have to worry about replacing the battery. According to PCMag’s “good” review , battery life lasts up to six months, depending on how many times the doorbell notifications are triggered (sensitivity can be adjusted in Settings). Because the Nest Doorbell can distinguish between people, animals, packages, and vehicles, it can extend battery life and save your sanity by reducing the number of motion notifications that don’t bother you.
The Nest Doorbell can connect via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, has a 145-degree viewing angle, 960p resolution, two-way audio, night vision, and cloud storage. There is no way to beep and it doesn’t tilt or pan. Like all Google smart devices, you’ll be able to connect to the Google Assistant ecosystem, but don’t expect connectivity to Alexa, HomeKit, or IFTTT.
Keep in mind that if you choose to use a battery instead of a wired option, the doorbell will not work with your existing chime as it requires connecting wires. Google lets you watch the last three hours of recorded video for free, but if you want to see anything before that, you’ll have to sign up for the Nest Aware plan, which starts at $8 per month.
If you’re looking for a wired video doorbell that doesn’t charge you a monthly subscription to watch any of your videos, I recommend the Reolink Doorbell Wi-Fi Camera .