What this doorbell handles at your entryway
- Before bringing it home, confirm you have a compatible chime and transformer. Both are sold separately, and you may need to replace existing hardware.
- The doorbell runs through Google's Home app with a free Google account. It does not work with Google's older Nest app.
- If you want familiar face detection or more than 3 hours of event history, you will need a Nest Aware subscription.
The Google Nest Doorbell is a wired video doorbell that replaces your existing doorbell setup. It runs on doorbell wiring, so you never have to think about recharging a battery or missing a day of coverage. That alone makes it a better fit for a main entrance than a battery model you have to remember.
It sorts activity into people, packages, animals, and vehicles, and sends alerts for the categories you care about. You can talk through the doorbell to tell a delivery driver where to leave a box, or tap a pre-recorded message if you are in the middle of something. The free Google Home app includes three hours of event history with 2-second previews and 5-minute clips, so you can look back at what happened without paying a monthly fee.
We recommend this wired version if your door already has a working chime and transformer, because that is what it is built to replace. You get continuous power and a cleaner look than a battery doorbell that needs periodic charging.
What this price means
At $159.99, this doorbell is $10.53 below the typical price over the last 90 days of $170.52. That is about 6% off the usual going rate. This is a solid deal rather than a once-a-year event.
The wired model often sits near this range, but the current gap is worth noting if you have been watching it.
| Offer detail | Recorded value |
|---|---|
| Amazon price | $159.99 |
| Customer rating | 4.3 |
| Customer reviews | 369 |
| Typical price over 90 days | $170.52 |
| Difference | $10.53 (6 percent) |
Room fit, placement, and long-term use
Mounting this doorbell means dealing with the wiring at your existing doorbell location. The wired design means no battery to swap, but it also means the doorbell only works where you have the right chime and transformer already in place. Check the voltage and compatibility before you buy, because a transformer that is too weak can leave the doorbell underpowered.
The Ivy color is one specific finish, so think about how it looks against your trim, siding, or door color. The doorbell is made with 43% post-consumer recycled materials, which is a nice bonus if that matters to you. It works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, so you can stream the live feed to a compatible smart display or speaker. You can also use compatible Nest and Alexa speakers as an indoor chime.
There is no subscription required for the core alerts and 3-hour history. Nest Aware adds up to 30 days of event history and familiar face detection, while Nest Aware Plus goes further with up to 10 days of continuous recording. If you want those extras, factor the monthly cost into your decision. If you do not, the free tier covers the basics.
When to skip this wired doorbell
Skip the wired Nest Doorbell if you do not have a compatible chime and transformer, or if you are not willing to check or replace that hardware. You would be better off with a battery-powered doorbell in that case. Also skip it if you rely on the Nest app, because this model only works through the Google Home app. And if you want more than three hours of free event history or familiar face detection, plan for a Nest Aware subscription or look at a different camera that includes those features without a monthly fee.
Product details
| Model | G28DR |
|---|---|
| Color | Ivy |
| Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
