Head-to-head · Best Video Doorbells

Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4 vs Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen)

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen) comes out ahead by a narrow margin (3.9 vs 3.8). Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen) is best for: Users prioritizing AI-driven detection and Google ecosystem integration. Read the strengths below before deciding.

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Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4

3.8

3 sources$69.99as of Nov 2

For Apple HomeKit households after a battery-powered video doorbell with HomeKit Secure Video, the Aqara G4 is the only real candidate. Resolution isn't the highest here and the IPX3 rating is its weak point, yet at 119 dollars with full HomeKit integration and on-device face recognition nothing touches it for that buyer. Matter support is on the roadmap, pending the camera spec.

Strengths

— Only battery-powered doorbell with full HomeKit Secure Video support
— 162 degree wide-angle lens with 1080p HDR video at a 119 dollar price point
— microSD slot supports up to 512 GB local storage with no subscription, per MacRumors

Watch-outs

— 16:9 framing can cut off ground-level packages on shallow porches, a common criticism HomeKit News notes
— Six AA batteries deliver only about 4 months and need replacement rather than recharge

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Higher ratedRanked #4 in Best Video Doorbells

Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen)

3.9

2 sources$130as of Oct 4

Households already living inside Google Home should buy the Nest Doorbell Wired 2nd Gen. Wired power means always-on 24/7 operation, machine learning runs on-device, and three hours of event history come free. Resolution looks dated next to 2K rivals, and Nest Aware is required to unlock the deeper features, but no competitor feels smoother day to day inside the Google ecosystem.

Strengths

— 24/7 continuous recording
— Advanced AI detection
— HDR video quality

Watch-outs

— Requires Nest Aware subscription for history, per Android Central
— Wired installation required

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How they stack up

Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4

The only product in this roundup that ships with HomeKit Secure Video out of the box. Trades resolution to the Eufy Security Video Doorbell E340 and the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus, and the IPX3 rating is meaningfully weaker than the IP65 on the Arlo Essential Video Doorbell and the E340. Beats the Google Nest Doorbell Wired 2nd Gen on price, install flexibility, and HomeKit fit.

Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen)

Superior AI detection and 24/7 continuous recording make it ideal for Google ecosystem users.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4	Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen)
Resolution	1080p Full HD	—
Field of View	162 degrees diagonal	—
Power Source	6 AA batteries or hardwired 12-24 VAC / 8-24 VDC	Wired
Battery Life	Approximately 4 months on 6 AA alkaline	—
Cloud Storage Subscription Required	No (HomeKit Secure Video included with iCloud+)	—
Local Storage	microSD up to 512 GB	—
Ecosystem	Apple HomeKit, HomeKit Secure Video, Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT; Matter planned	—
Field of View Aspect Ratio	16:9	—
Night Vision	Infrared	Yes
Two-Way Audio	Yes	—
Weather Rating	IPX3	—
Smart Notifications	Person, package, motion, on-device face recognition	—
Video Resolution	—	960 x 1280 (3:4)
Field Of View	—	145° diagonal
Audio	—	Two-way talk
Smart Home	—	Google Assistant
Storage	—	Google Nest Aware
Weatherproof	—	Yes

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