Google’s wired and battery-powered doorbells provide excellent video quality and valuable smart alerts without needing a subscription. If you’re concerned about package theft, a video doorbell can provide reassurance by allowing you to monitor deliveries from any location. Google offers some of the top options, and currently, the battery-powered, second-generation Nest Doorbell is priced at $129.99 ($50 off) at Amazon and Best Buy, surpassing its recent Amazon low. For those preferring a wired option, the third-generation Nest Doorbell is discounted to $139.99 ($40 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and the Google Store, matching its lowest recorded price.
For renters, the battery model might be more appealing as it doesn’t require wiring. However, if wiring is already available, the wired version is recommended for long-term use. It’s connected to your home’s doorbell system, eliminating the need for charging, and it offers sharper 2K video and a broader 166-degree field of view, compared to the battery model’s 960p footage. It also provides up to six hours of built-in video previews, whereas the battery version offers up to three hours of event-based history by default.
Both Nest models offer excellent video doorbell features, including alerts for people, packages, and animals without a subscription. They come with night vision, two-way audio, and a full head-to-toe view for easy visitor and delivery monitoring. They also integrate seamlessly with other Google devices, allowing you to view feeds on compatible Google TV devices and Nest displays.
Additionally, with a Google Home Premium subscription (starting at $10 a month), users gain access to 30 days of event-based history, Gemini-powered features, and familiar face alerts. The Google Home Premium Advanced subscription ($20 a month) offers 24/7 recording, quick video history searches, and more detailed notifications, along with other features.