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Aqara Camera G100 vs Google Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery)

Full Smart Cameras comparison in 2026

Updated June 2026
Data from Amazon and official Aqara and Google sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, Aqara Camera G100 is the better overall pick. It builds its lead on price, rating, and 2k video, then backs it up with a stronger showing on color night vision and rtsp. Google Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery) can still be the right pick, but only if connectivity, hdr, and alerts outweighs the wider strengths of Aqara Camera G100. In practical terms, Aqara Camera G100 is the easier product to recommend.
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FeatureAqara Camera G100Google Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery)Winner
Price$39.99$129.99Aqara Camera G100
Rating4.34.1Aqara Camera G100
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFiGoogle Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery)
2K VideoYESNOAqara Camera G100
HDRNOYESGoogle Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery)
Color Night VisionYESNOAqara Camera G100
RTSPYESNOAqara Camera G100
AlertsMotion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, PackagesMotion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Glass breaking Sound, Smoke Alarm Sound, Carbon Monoxide Alarm SoundGoogle Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery)
LightYESNOAqara Camera G100
Customizable Motion ZonesNOYESGoogle Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery)
Privacy ZoneYESNOAqara Camera G100
Weather ResistanceIP65YESTie
Winner
Aqara

Aqara Camera G100

$39.99
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  • + Price: $39.99
  • + Rating: 4.3
  • + 2K Video: YES
  • - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
  • - HDR: NO vs YES
Google

Google Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery)

28% OFF
$179.99
$129.99
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  • + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
  • + HDR: YES
  • + Alerts: Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Glass breaking Sound, Smoke Alarm Sound, Carbon Monoxide Alarm Sound
  • - Price: $129.99 vs $39.99
  • - Rating: 4.1 vs 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Aqara Camera G100 or Google Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery)?
Aqara Camera G100 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and 2k video.
What is the biggest difference between Aqara Camera G100 and Google Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Aqara Camera G100 lists $39.99, while Google Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery) lists $129.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Aqara Camera G100 is listed at $39.99, while Google Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery) is listed at $129.99. Aqara Camera G100 (better spec).
Who should buy Aqara Camera G100?
Choose Aqara Camera G100 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than connectivity.
Who should buy Google Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery)?
Choose Google Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery) if your priority is connectivity and hdr and that matters more than price.
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