3.7
5
34 ratings
Check all the 46 reviews find on Automation Nest Cam, with the 34 ratings, comments, pros & cons from the reviewers.
Theses reviews and tests from Automation magazines and websites give 34 ratings, we get this average rating to this Nest product : 3.7/5.
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- 46 reviews and opinions with 34 ratings for Nest Cam
- We obtain an average score of 3.7/5, or 73.91/100
- This product got 2 times the maximum score in the reviews! This is pretty rare and shows that this Automation is extremely successful!
- Warning this product has been rated 1 times severely, with very low scores, read the tests associated with these ratings.
Nest Cam ratings
34 Ratings ranked from best to worst, green to good grades, red to bad,
Average rating: 3.7/5.
Source: https://www.commentChoisir.fr
| 5/5 01net | 5/5 L&B Tech | 86/100 CNET France |
| 4/5 PCMag | 4/5 Les Numériques | 8/10 DigitalTrends |
| 4/5 PCWorld.com | 4/5 TechRadar | 4/5 Stuff |
| 4/5 Pocket-lint | 4/5 ImTest | 4/5 Indian Express |
| 4/5 Digital Camera World | 4/5 Chip.de | 4/5 Tom's Guide (US) |
| 76/100 Engadget | 7/10 FrAndroid | 7/10 Android Police |
| 3/5 ObjetConnecte.net | 3/5 ExpertReviews | 6/10 The Verge |
| 3/5 TechStage | 2/5 Android Central | 7/100 Aruco |
5 Preview or review without rating: Tablette Tactile, Android Authority, Android Headlines, 91mobiles.com, Actu High-Tech
Pros and cons for Nest Cam List of reviews and ratings
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5
5
01net
reviewed at 13/08/2015 - [read the full review on 01net]
5
5
L&B Tech
Well-functioning AI that can recognize people, animals and vehicles
Does not require subscription
Does not require subscription
The microphone is sensitive to wind noise
Relatively expensive
For Google Home/Google Nest only
Relatively expensive
For Google Home/Google Nest only
reviewed at 28/09/2021 - [read the full review on L&B Tech]
86
100
CNET France
[86/100] reviewed at 28/10/2015 - Nest Cam [read the full review on CNET France]
[90/100] reviewed at 01/09/2021 - Nest Cam (batterie) : une caméra de sécurité polyvalente et complète [read the full review on CNET France]
[84/100] reviewed at 25/10/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam (intérieur, filaire), la moins chère de la gamme avec de bons résultats [read the full review on CNET France]
reviewed at 03/02/2022 - Test Nest Cam avec projecteur : un bon modèle avec un prix élevé [read the full review on CNET France]
[90/100] reviewed at 01/09/2021 - Nest Cam (batterie) : une caméra de sécurité polyvalente et complète [read the full review on CNET France]
[84/100] reviewed at 25/10/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam (intérieur, filaire), la moins chère de la gamme avec de bons résultats [read the full review on CNET France]
reviewed at 03/02/2022 - Test Nest Cam avec projecteur : un bon modèle avec un prix élevé [read the full review on CNET France]
4
5
PCMag
reviewed at 04/08/2015 - [read the full review on PCMag]
4
5
Les Numériques
[4/5] reviewed at 14/10/2015 - Test : Nest Cam : la caméra connectée "intelligente" [read the full review on Les Numériques]
[4/5] reviewed at 06/07/2016 - Test : Nest Cam, la caméra connectée qui apprend et comprend [read the full review on Les Numériques]
[4/5] reviewed at 06/07/2016 - Test : Nest Cam, la caméra connectée qui apprend et comprend [read the full review on Les Numériques]
4
5
PCWorld.com
Arguably the easiest setup in the industry
Attractive industrial design
Can operate on either AC or battery power (or AC with battery backup)
Attractive industrial design
Can operate on either AC or battery power (or AC with battery backup)
Anemic night vision
Proprietary and too-short power cable
High-priced subscription required to get full value
Proprietary and too-short power cable
High-priced subscription required to get full value
reviewed at 24/08/2021 - [read the full review on PCWorld.com]
4
5
TechRadar
Clear footage during the day and at night
Facial recognition
Integration with Google Assistant
Facial recognition
Integration with Google Assistant
No color night vision
Requires additional stand if not wall-mounted
Requires additional stand if not wall-mounted
reviewed at 24/08/2021 - [read the full review on TechRadar]
4
5
Stuff
Easy to set up with app
Responsive remote interaction
Great looking hardware
Responsive remote interaction
Great looking hardware
Easy to steal
Only works with Google Home
Can require relatively frequent charging
Only works with Google Home
Can require relatively frequent charging
reviewed at 20/09/2021 - [read the full review on Stuff]
4
5
ImTest
reviewed at 28/10/2021 - [read the full review on ImTest]
4
5
Indian Express
reviewed at 23/06/2022 - [read the full review on Indian Express]
4
5
Pocket-lint
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
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
Not compatible with the Nest app
Only 1080p resolution
Doesn't work with non-Google smart home systems
[4/5] reviewed at 11/10/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam (Outdoor or Indoor, Battery): A great flexible security camera [read the full review on Pocket-lint]
[4/5] reviewed at 02/11/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam (Indoor, Wired): Smart security [read the full review on Pocket-lint]
[4/5] reviewed at 14/11/2022 - Test Google Nest Cam with Floodlight: Lighting the way [read the full review on Pocket-lint]
[4/5] reviewed at 02/11/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam (Indoor, Wired): Smart security [read the full review on Pocket-lint]
[4/5] reviewed at 14/11/2022 - Test Google Nest Cam with Floodlight: Lighting the way [read the full review on Pocket-lint]
4
5
Digital Camera World
reviewed at 17/01/2023 - [read the full review on Digital Camera World]
4
5
Chip.de
Simple use and installation
Solid treatment
Simple subscription concept: one price for unlimited number of cameras.
Advanced AI detection
Solid treatment
Simple subscription concept: one price for unlimited number of cameras.
Advanced AI detection
Protected only in a limited way against rain (IP54)
No solar panel available as an accessory.
Limited adjustment options
Difficult to use without a subscription.
No video stream without internet
No solar panel available as an accessory.
Limited adjustment options
Difficult to use without a subscription.
No video stream without internet
reviewed at 11/09/2025 - [read the full review on Chip.de]
4
5
Tom's Guide (US)
Nice design
Great video quality
App works well
AI features can come in handy
Great video quality
App works well
AI features can come in handy
AI isn?t always accurate
Subscription required for best features
Subscription required for best features
reviewed at 09/12/2025 - [read the full review on Tom's Guide (US)]
76
100
Engadget
reviewed at 30/07/2015 - [read the full review on Engadget]
8
10
DigitalTrends
Works both indoors and out
Stores three hours of video history for free
Great contrast with HDR video
Magnetic plate has a strong connection
Stores three hours of video history for free
Great contrast with HDR video
Magnetic plate has a strong connection
Bulky design
Details are a bit soft
Details are a bit soft
[8/10] reviewed at 24/08/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam (battery): The camera for anywhere around the home [read the full review on DigitalTrends]
[7/10] reviewed at 13/10/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam (wired): Keeping watch with confidence [read the full review on DigitalTrends]
[7/10] reviewed at 13/10/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam (wired): Keeping watch with confidence [read the full review on DigitalTrends]
7
10
Android Police
Can cache video offline if your connection drops.
Bright, smart, and easy to control floodlight.
Fully integrated with Google Home and Assistant
Supports 24/7 video recording
Bright, smart, and easy to control floodlight.
Fully integrated with Google Home and Assistant
Supports 24/7 video recording
The $270 price tag is a bit high.
A Nest Aware subscription is essentially required.
The Home app is getting crowded and confusing. Camera features feel incomplete.
A Nest Aware subscription is essentially required.
The Home app is getting crowded and confusing. Camera features feel incomplete.
[7/10] reviewed at 29/12/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam Floodlight: Overpriced and underpowered [read the full review on Android Police]
[7/10] reviewed at 16/11/2021 - Test Nest Cam indoor (2nd gen): Some strings attached [read the full review on Android Police]
reviewed at 03/11/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam Battery: Getting used to disappointment [read the full review on Android Police]
[7/10] reviewed at 16/11/2021 - Test Nest Cam indoor (2nd gen): Some strings attached [read the full review on Android Police]
reviewed at 03/11/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam Battery: Getting used to disappointment [read the full review on Android Police]
7
10
FrAndroid
[7/10] reviewed at 09/11/2021 - Test de la Nest Cam (batterie) : en intérieur ou en extérieur, presque rien ne lui échappe [read the full review on FrAndroid]
[7/10] reviewed at 20/03/2022 - Test de la Nest Cam avec projecteur : pleins phares, mais service minimum [read the full review on FrAndroid]
[7/10] reviewed at 20/03/2022 - Test de la Nest Cam avec projecteur : pleins phares, mais service minimum [read the full review on FrAndroid]
3
5
ObjetConnecte.net
[3/5] reviewed at 08/02/2017 - [TEST] Nest Cam : une bonne caméra, mais pas le messie attendu [read the full review on ObjetConnecte.net]
reviewed at 02/04/2024 - [BON PLAN] ? Accentuez la sécurité de votre maison avec la Google Nest Cam [read the full review on ObjetConnecte.net]
reviewed at 02/04/2024 - [BON PLAN] ? Accentuez la sécurité de votre maison avec la Google Nest Cam [read the full review on ObjetConnecte.net]
6
10
The Verge
Snappy (and free) smart alerts
Nice design
Good privacy features
24/7 recording
Familiar Faces is helpful
Nice design
Good privacy features
24/7 recording
Familiar Faces is helpful
Video quality issues
Expensive
No scheduling for cameras
Google Home app interface is clunky
Not compatible with Alexa, SmartThings, Nest
Expensive
No scheduling for cameras
Google Home app interface is clunky
Not compatible with Alexa, SmartThings, Nest
reviewed at 22/10/2021 - [read the full review on The Verge]
3
5
ExpertReviews
Excellent audio and image quality
Some free video storage history
Flexible object and zone detection options
Some free video storage history
Flexible object and zone detection options
Free storage limited to three hour window
Flickering footage
No spotlight or alarm
Flickering footage
No spotlight or alarm
[3/5] reviewed at 01/09/2021 - Test Nest Cam: Solid and likeable but far from perfect [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[4/5] reviewed at 11/01/2022 - Test Nest Cam (indoor, wired): A great indoor camera for Google devotees [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[3/5] reviewed at 17/01/2022 - Test Nest Cam with floodlight: Effective put pricey [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[4/5] reviewed at 11/01/2022 - Test Nest Cam (indoor, wired): A great indoor camera for Google devotees [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[3/5] reviewed at 17/01/2022 - Test Nest Cam with floodlight: Effective put pricey [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
3
5
TechStage
reviewed at 23/04/2022 - [read the full review on TechStage]
2
5
Android Central
Lovely-looking hardware
Battery-powered or wired
Easy to mount
Indoor or outdoor use
Almost all of the best features are free
Subscription not required
Battery-powered or wired
Easy to mount
Indoor or outdoor use
Almost all of the best features are free
Subscription not required
Settings are often buried or confusing
People detection doesn't work most of the time
Timeline and full history views have issues
Power cable is non-standard
Night vision quality is bad
Three free recording hours is nice but isn't very useful
People detection doesn't work most of the time
Timeline and full history views have issues
Power cable is non-standard
Night vision quality is bad
Three free recording hours is nice but isn't very useful
reviewed at 31/08/2021 - [read the full review on Android Central]
7
100
Aruco
reviewed at 27/10/2015 - [read the full review on Aruco]
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Tablette Tactile reviewed at 31/08/2015 - [read the full review on Tablette Tactile]
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Android AuthorityEasy to install
Wired or wireless, indoor or outdoor
Works great with Google Assistant
Long battery life
Three hours of free cloud storage
AI smarts work really well
Wired or wireless, indoor or outdoor
Works great with Google Assistant
Long battery life
Three hours of free cloud storage
AI smarts work really well
Slow charging
Nest Aware is near essential and costs extra
Weatherproof cable sold separately
No color night vision
Easy to steal using the in-box installation method
Nest Aware is near essential and costs extra
Weatherproof cable sold separately
No color night vision
Easy to steal using the in-box installation method
reviewed at 08/09/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam: Finally, a wireless camera from Nest [read the full review on Android Authority]
reviewed at 15/10/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam (indoor, wired): Right features, wrong price [read the full review on Android Authority]
reviewed at 23/11/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam with Floodlight: Great but overpriced, as usual [read the full review on Android Authority]
reviewed at 15/10/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam (indoor, wired): Right features, wrong price [read the full review on Android Authority]
reviewed at 23/11/2021 - Test Google Nest Cam with Floodlight: Great but overpriced, as usual [read the full review on Android Authority]
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Android HeadlinesCan be used inside/outside
Decent battery life
Great picture quality
Can be mounted almost anywhere
Works in the Google Home App
Very easy to setup and use
Decent battery life
Great picture quality
Can be mounted almost anywhere
Works in the Google Home App
Very easy to setup and use
Nest Aware subscription needed to really take advantage of all the features
No 4K support
No 4K support
reviewed at 24/08/2021 - Test Nest Cam Battery: Nest Finally Goes Wire-Free! [read the full review on Android Headlines]
reviewed at 02/03/2022 - Test Wasserstein Accessories For Google Nest Cam (Battery) ? The Best Smart Home Made Even Better [read the full review on Android Headlines]
reviewed at 04/03/2022 - Test Nest Doorbell (Battery) ? One Of The Best Smart Doorbell Cameras For Your Door [read the full review on Android Headlines]
reviewed at 02/03/2022 - Test Wasserstein Accessories For Google Nest Cam (Battery) ? The Best Smart Home Made Even Better [read the full review on Android Headlines]
reviewed at 04/03/2022 - Test Nest Doorbell (Battery) ? One Of The Best Smart Doorbell Cameras For Your Door [read the full review on Android Headlines]
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91mobiles.com reviewed at 23/06/2022 - [read the full review on 91mobiles.com]
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Actu High-Techvery useful for quickly scanning documents and photos
Easy and intuitive installation
HD image quality of 13 MP, clarity and sharpness
possibility to scan in A3 format
Efficient OCR functionality
compact and portable design
compatibility with many image formats
fast scanning speed
Easy and intuitive installation
HD image quality of 13 MP, clarity and sharpness
possibility to scan in A3 format
Efficient OCR functionality
compact and portable design
compatibility with many image formats
fast scanning speed
- not compatible with Mac
Camera quality for real-time projection can be improved.
- Integrated LED lights could be brighter
- not ideal for very precise tasks, such as photographic details
- preferable for well-lit spaces
Camera quality for real-time projection can be improved.
- Integrated LED lights could be brighter
- not ideal for very precise tasks, such as photographic details
- preferable for well-lit spaces
reviewed at 28/11/2025 - [read the full review on Actu High-Tech]
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