Google Nest Nest Doorbell (wired, 2nd gen).
THE SHORT ANSWERUp to three hours of included event video history; extended event history and 24/7 history require eligible Premium tiers.
US market · Source review is not hands-on testing · Manufacturer-service survival not proven
What stays. What you lose.
Up to three hours of included event video history; extended event history and 24/7 history require eligible Premium tiers.
| Without a paid subscription | Documented status |
|---|---|
| Recorded event history | Limited included access |
| Person detection | Documented |
| Remote live view | Documented |
| 24/7 recording | Unavailable |
| Record without internet | Unavailable |
24/7 video history is an Advanced-tier feature; this calculator preselects Standard, which is not equivalent to 24/7.
What else you need.
Compatible wiring/transformer, Google Home app and internet.
Hardware that stores data locally can still depend on a vendor account, app activation, supported firmware or an internet connection for certain functions.
Read the source. Not just the conclusion.
These links substantiate specific claims. They do not prove physical testing, current retail pricing, or long-term operation if vendor services end.
- Google — Home Premium per-device featuresOpen official source ↗
Nest Battery / Wired 2nd-gen free and paid features
- Google — Home Premium pricing (US)Open official source ↗
Standard and Advanced subscription prices
- Google — Wi-Fi outage supportOpen official source ↗
What happens offline