Google Nest Doorbell (Battery) vs Ring Battery Doorbell + Indoor Camera
The Ring kit is the better pick for most people: it bundles a doorbell and an indoor camera, and the doorbell's 2K sensor with a head-to-toe 140°x140° view shows more of a visitor and the ground in front of the door. The Nest Doorbell (Battery) is the stronger standalone doorbell for Google homes, with Google Assistant and Alexa support and a slimmer, familiar Nest design. Reviewers rate the Nest highly, but Ring wins on what you get in the box and on video detail.
- Choose the Nest Doorbell (Battery) if you live in Google's ecosystem, want one clean-looking doorbell, and don't need an indoor camera.
- Choose the Ring Battery Doorbell + Indoor Camera if you want two cameras in one purchase and the sharper, wider doorbell view.
Prices
- Google Nest Doorbell (Battery): $85.99 at eBay (last seen Nov 9)
- Ring Battery Doorbell + Indoor Camera: $49.99 at Ring (last seen Nov 9)
- Difference: the Ring Battery Doorbell + Indoor Camera is $36.00 cheaper than the Google Nest Doorbell (Battery) at the latest prices (Nov 9)