GoogleNest Doorbell (Battery) - Ivy

We’ve had this doorbell for a few months now, and I’m really happy with how it’s been performing. The dark ash color fits seamlessly with the modern aesthetic of our house. I appreciate the sleek, understated look that doesn't scream "Look at me! I'm a Smart Doorbell". It fits in with the look of my home without obnoxiously standing out and it compliments the black accents on our exterior.Here’s what’s been great about it:Tall Aspect Ratio: This is a game-changer. Although I miss out on the wide left to right field of view of a traditional camera - for a doorbell I have found this to be a preferred and optimal choice. With its vertical design, I can see more than just someone standing at the door. I’m able to spot packages on the ground, which has been a lifesaver with the number of deliveries I get, and it’s easier to catch visitors' (head to toe) as they approach.Custom Alerts: I really appreciate how specific the alerts are. The algorithms baked in to the detection software are able to discern between a person, vehicle, animal, or package crossing the field of view, and I get a notification for exactly what I need to know. Beyond just identifying a person, the Nest Aware software goes a step further to recognize familiar faces and tells me if it is someone I know, or an unrecognized person. This makes a huge difference in cutting down on unnecessary alerts, like when a passing car triggers a motion warning. It also makes sure I take notice when its an unknown person at the door and not just one of my kids running around. Although the advanced Nest Aware package costs 15 dollars a month, I find the 24x7 coverage and advanced detection features to be worth the piece of mind it provides.Video History: The 3-hour free video history is perfect for those that just want to check in on missed events. Personally I chose to step up to the 10 days of 24x7 coverage to provide full access to events and surrounding video coverage. Its always better to have it and not need it, then to need it and it not be there. The video quality is crisp enough to clearly identify people or events, which is reassuring when something’s off at the door or front yard. I also love that I can check and manage all of this through the Google Home app anytime.Easy Setup: It replaced our old wired doorbell without any issues. It simply requires two wires for the power, and two screws to attach it to the wall in front of my door. My transformer was already compatible and provided the right amount of power to run the doorbell. Just like a regular doorbell, a press of the button activates my doorbell chime. This doorbell goes even further though by also announcing the event and playing a chime through my google home speakers and sending a push notification (with video) to my phone. I like this because I can clearly know when someone is at the door no matter where I am at in the house.Some notes:Disappointingly it doesn't support the Nest app which is where I have typically managed my other Nest cameras I have installed around the house (so if used to that interface, it’s a bit of an adjustment), but the Google Home app has been easy to use, and I was able to transition all of my legacy Nest devices over.If Homekit is the preferred smart home over Google - there is a way to integrate the doorbell and camera feed through either a custom homebridge server or through an additional device called Starling Home hub. I personally have the Starling device and it allows the doorbell to integrate perfectly into my existing Homekit Smart Home setup - including alerts, notifications, and live video feed.For anyone looking for a simple, reliable doorbell camera with great video quality and custom alerts, this has been a solid pick. I would definitely recommend it if you're into a more modern, functional design that works out of the box with Google or Alexa devices.

I ended up trashing my Simply Safe camera doorbell because it didn't work half the time, which did not make me feel safe. I have an adult daughter at home with special needs and being able to see and speak to anyone who rings my doorbell and get a notification when someone is on or near my front porch gives me extra peace of mind when I'm away. I love that it connects with my Alexa for the doorbell ring and the subscription is very affordable.

I LOVE THIS DEVICE. I've never installed a ring doorbell for an apartment before but I'm so glad I have this now and able to track my packages just in case or anything suspicious in my complex

Mostly great. I have a competitor camera at my main house. I recently got a rental property and wanted a camera on the door as well. i went with this camera and Google and overall I really like the product. The field of view is impressive. I can see everything and it's clear. The notifications are reliable. I am trying the additional service but it's probably not needed. The mounting was easy. It looks and works well.There are a few down sides. The battery is built in. It must be recharged. This is both great that I don't have to swap batteries but not so great because I have to take it off to recharge. The process to get it off involves a small flat key tool. It's not easy to feel when it releases to remove it. Once off it charges via USB C. No issues there. unfortunately the battery is reported to only last about 2 and 1/2 months. My other camera lasts over a year on two double A batteries. I'm not sure why this one can't manage it's power better.I still like it and will update after a cycle or two.

I have two of these and they work great! It has a wide angle and a angled base plate so you can point it in the direction you like. Connectivity was easy and the pictures and videos are great quality. Color accuracy is good, looks like 1080 to me, very crisp. When talking the sound quality is also good.

Love this …. I can talk to people through the doorbell without even opening the door add so much safety plus I can get rid of salesman without exerting too much energy lol

I got this for my parents as they are getting older and in need of some security. I have the original nest doorbell. This is the new upgraded version. My doorbell has worked flawlessly for years I installed this new one for my parents. It was very easy to set up and for them to use. Much better quality than the first generation. I highly recommend this doorbell andbrand.