Google Nest Doorbell (Wired)
Home Security & Smart Home · Tom's Guide-style review
The Verdict
Bottom line: the Google Nest Doorbell (Wired) is the one we would buy with our own money in this category. It nails the fundamentals and avoids the common pitfalls.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Smart, accurate alerts
- Clean app
- Reliable brand
Cons
- Wired only
- Best with Google Home
What I love
What stood out during our time with the Google Nest Doorbell (Wired):
- Smart, accurate alerts
- Clean app
- Reliable brand
What I'm 'meh' about
No product is perfect. With the Google Nest Doorbell (Wired), the trade-offs are:
- Wired only
- Best with Google Home
None of these are dealbreakers for most people, but they are worth knowing before you buy.
What I don't like
No product is perfect. With the Google Nest Doorbell (Wired), the trade-offs are:
- Wired only
- Best with Google Home
None of these are dealbreakers for most people, but they are worth knowing before you buy.
Specs at a glance
| Video | HD HDR |
| Alerts | Familiar faces, packages |
| Power | Wired |
| Ecosystem |
Should you buy it?
Bottom line: the Google Nest Doorbell (Wired) is the one we would buy with our own money in this category. It nails the fundamentals and avoids the common pitfalls.
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