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Testseek.co.uk have collected 66 expert reviews of the Nest Cam Indoor and the average rating is 77%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Nest Cam Indoor.
 
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The editors liked

  • Decent image quality
  • Clear night vision
  • Alert notifications arrive promptly
  • Pivoting base means it'll always be the right way up however you position it
  • Improved Nest ecosystem integration
  • Privacy mode when at home
  • Compact and stylish
  • Easy to use
  • Good quality video
  • AI detection works well
  • Multi-camera subscription is well-priced
  • Good quality video and audio with minimal lag
  • Nest Cam's high-resolution video (1080p)
  • Magnetic base
  • Pivoting stand and updated app make this DIY device an improvement over Dropcam Pro -- and many other DIY cameras
  • Easy to setup and use
  • Excellent image quality in day and night
  • Reliable motion detection
  • Integration with other Nest products

The editors didn't like

  • Advanced motion sensing doesn't always work well enough
  • Lacks user profiles for intelligent recognition
  • Tied to monthly/annual fee cloud storage
  • No microSD for local storage
  • Issues with outage (possibly network/overheating related?)
  • Very limited video history without subscription
  • Set up problems
  • Wire can move camera
  • Expensive
  • Single camera subscription is pricey
  • Like Dropcam Pro
  • Nest Cam is still just a webcam at heart. While it does offer security features like opt-in motion and sound alerts
  • They aren't especially useful since you can only receive one notification every 30 minutes
  • No ‘Auto Away' without a thermostat
  • Expensive subscription plans
  • Needs decent internet connection

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  Published: 2015-10-07, Author: Valentina , review by: arstechnica.com

  • 1080p video is a slight but welcome upgrade from Dropcam's 720p video, The device is small and sleek, capable of hiding in the most discreet corners of your home, Nest Cam acts as a pseudo-hub for other smart home products through Nest Weave
  • Two of the most useful features, activity zones and clips, are only available with a Nest Aware subscription, Nest Aware costs add up over time and as more Cams are added to the home, Motion and sound notifications only come every 30 minutes, No option fo

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  Published: 2015-09-17, Author: Jason , review by: tomsguide.com

  • Excellent 1080p video quality, Easy setup, Impressive night vision, Programmable with Nest Protect and Nest Thermostat
  • Pricey, Requires monthly subscription for extra features, Microphone/speakers not very powerful
  • As the successor to Dropcam, the Nest Cam continues to set the standard for wireless home security cameras...

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  Published: 2015-08-11, Author: Roberto , review by: engadget.com

  • Expanded mounting options, 1080p video, Clearnight vision
  • Subscription-based; no option for saving locally, Doesn't talk toother connected devicesin the home, Scrubbing through video on the web is frustrating
  • The Nest Cam delivers crisp 1080p images to both the Nest app and the Nest.com site, making it easy to keep track of what's happening back at home. The updated hardware -- just a modest change from what used to be called the Dropcam -- now has a magnetic...

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  Published: 2015-08-04, Author: John , review by: pcmag.com

  • Very easy setup. Sharp image detail. Excellent digital zoom. Works with other Nest devices.
  • Pricey cloud storage. Limited notification capabilities. Runs hot
  • The Nest Cam is a dual-band Wi-Fi surveillance camera that offers crisp 1080p video, motion and sound detection, and integration with other Nest devices. It's a snap to install, but you have to pay to view recorded video...

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  Published: 2015-08-01, Author: Raymond , review by: mashable.com

  • Thinner design, More mounting options, Night vision, Built-in microphone, 1080p full HD video recording, Easy to set up and use
  • Requires subscription service, Enhance feature doesn't really do anything, No way to change the time zone from Pacific Time to Eastern Time

 
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  Published: 2015-06-26, review by: cnet.com

  • Nest Cam's high-resolution video (1080p), magnetic base, pivoting stand and updated app make this DIY device an improvement over Dropcam Pro -- and many other DIY cameras
  • Like Dropcam Pro, Nest Cam is still just a webcam at heart. While it does offer security features like opt-in motion and sound alerts, they aren't especially useful since you can only receive one notification every 30 minutes
  • Given that Nest Cam and Dropcam Pro are pretty similar, it doesn't make a lot of sense for existing users to replace their Pro. But, budding DIYers searching for a high-res live streaming camera really can't beat Nest Cam...

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  Published: 2016-01-25, review by: mobilesyrup.com

  • Affordable; easy setup; magnetic mount; rechargeable battery; night vision; twoway audio; deep IFTTT support
  • No HD video; no livestreaming, So which one is best?, Each of these cameras has its strengths, and that's why one might be a better choice than another, depending on what your need is. The Arlo and Homeboy are ideal for more unfettered deployment becaus

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  Published: 2017-08-16, Author: Ryan , review by: gizmodo.com.au

  • If you're looking for a high-resolution, live-streaming security camera or webcam — for whatever reason, whether it's specifically protecting your property, or just monitoring goings-on around your business or home — it's hard to go past the simplicity an...

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  Published: 2017-07-13, review by: pcauthority.com.au

  • Slick and simple, but it only truly excels if you subscribe to the extra features...

 
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  Published: 2015-06-27, review by: cnet.com.au

  • Nest Cam's high-resolution video (1080p), magnetic base, pivoting stand and updated app make this DIY device an improvement over Dropcam Pro -- and many other DIY cameras
  • Like Dropcam Pro, Nest Cam is still just a webcam at heart. While it does offer security features like opt-in motion and sound alerts, they aren't especially useful since you can only receive one notification every 30 minutes
  • Given that Nest Cam and Dropcam Pro are pretty similar, it doesn't make a lot of sense for existing users to replace their Pro. But, budding DIYers searching for a high-res live streaming camera really can't beat Nest Cam...

 
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