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Google Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery)

Nest Cam (battery) · RRP £179.99 when researched on 5 November 2026 (may have changed — see the shop prices below)

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Our verdict

The most flexible camera here — battery, indoor or outdoor, 3 hours of free history and a 2-year warranty — but it costs much more than Ring's and is only 1080p.

Best for: Google Home users who want one camera they can move between inside and outside.

Will it suit my home?

Outdoor or indoorNo wiring needed (battery)Some free video history5 GHz Wi-FiRenter-friendly (check)

Built-in rechargeable battery with a magnetic mount, so it can sit indoors on a shelf or outside on a wall; weatherproof cables are sold separately if you want constant power. Needs the Google Home app, a Google Account, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and at least 2 Mbps upload per camera. Charging only works between 0 °C and 40 °C.

Where to buy

  • Google Store UK £179.99 · ViewIn stock · free delivery · price from manufacturer's own shop, checked 6 Nov 2026, 16:50

Prices as shown by the shop to UK consumers, normally including VAT. Prices can change. Delivery is the shop's stated standard UK charge for this item ordered on its own. Sorted by price, not commission. None of these links earn COMANORA money.

How we assessed this:researched from manufacturer documentation, installation manuals and UK pricing. Not hands-on tested. Our method

Key facts

Manufacturer's RRP (researched 5 November 2026)£179.99
SubscriptionGoogle Home Premium (Standard): £80/year (optional) — £8 a month or £80 a year for longer event history (up to 60 days on the higher plan). Without a plan it keeps 3 hours of event video history. 24/7 recording needs constant power and a higher plan.
3-year cost with the optional Google Home Premium (Standard) plan (at RRP, researched 5 November 2026)£419.99
3-year cost (RRP + required subscription, researched 5 November 2026)£179.99
Powerbattery
InstallationDIY
Works withGoogle Home, Amazon Alexa
VideoUp to 1080p at 30 fps, HDR, 6× digital zoom
Field of view130° diagonal, 16:9
Night visionUp to 6.10 m (infrared)
Wi-Fi802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
PowerBuilt-in 6 Ah battery; charging cable and 7.5 W adapter included
WeatherIP54, −20 °C to 40 °C (charging 0 °C to 40 °C)
Dimensions8.3 × 8.3 cm, 398 g
Warranty2-year limited warranty
Security updatesFive years of security updates

Features

  • 1080p HDR video and night vision
  • 3 hours of free event video history
  • Indoor or outdoor (IP54)
  • Magnetic mount
  • On-device detection of activity

Pros and cons

  • Works indoors and outdoors
  • 3 hours of free event history
  • 2-year warranty, five years of security updates
  • Works with Google and Alexa devices
  • £179.99 for one camera
  • 1080p video
  • 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only
  • 24/7 recording needs constant power and a higher plan

Installation: what UK buyers need to know

Built-in rechargeable battery with a magnetic mount, so it can sit indoors on a shelf or outside on a wall; weatherproof cables are sold separately if you want constant power. Needs the Google Home app, a Google Account, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and at least 2 Mbps upload per camera. Charging only works between 0 °C and 40 °C. If the installation needs new mains wiring or a new transformer, use a qualified electrician.

Alternatives

Ring Indoor Camera (2nd Gen)

Keeping an eye on a room, a pet or the hallway on a small budget.

Ring Outdoor Camera 2K Battery

Covering a garden, drive or side passage without running a cable.

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