Eufy SoloCam S230 vs Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen) comparison

Updated August 2026

Data from Amazon and official Eufy and Google sites.

2026 verdict

Outdoors versus indoors shapes this comparison: the Eufy SoloCam S230 wins out over the Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen) as the more flexible security camera, offering weather resistance, solar-assisted wire-free power, color night vision, RTSP output and a built-in light that the plug-in, indoor-only Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen) cannot provide. The Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen) fights back with a lower price, a higher owner rating and a broader connectivity and alert lineup built around Google's smart detection. Choose the Eufy SoloCam S230 for a weatherproof, self-charging camera that can go outside; choose the Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen) for a cheaper, better-reviewed indoor camera with deeper Google Home smarts.

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Feature	Eufy SoloCam S230	Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen)	Winner
Price	$129.99	$99.99	Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen)
Rating	4.4	4.6	Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen)
Weather Resistance	IP67	NO	Eufy SoloCam S230
Solar Charging	YES	NO	Eufy SoloCam S230
Connectivity	2.4 GHz WiFi	2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi	Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen)
HDR	NO	YES	Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen)
Color Night Vision	YES	NO	Eufy SoloCam S230
RTSP	YES	NO	Eufy SoloCam S230
Alerts	Motion, People, Animals, Familiar Faces	Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Glass breaking Sound, Smoke Alarm Sound, Carbon Monoxide Alarm Sound	Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen)
Light	YES	NO	Eufy SoloCam S230
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
PoE	NO	NO	Tie

Winner

Eufy

Eufy SoloCam S230

$129.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Weather Resistance: IP67
+ Solar Charging: YES
+ Color Night Vision: YES
- Price: $129.99 vs $99.99
- Rating: 4.4 vs 4.6

Google

Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen)

$99.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $99.99
+ Rating: 4.6
+ Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
- Weather Resistance: NO vs IP67
- Solar Charging: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Eufy SoloCam S230 or Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen)?

The Eufy SoloCam S230 has the edge for anyone needing outdoor coverage, with weatherproofing, solar power, RTSP and color night vision. The Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen) costs less, carries a higher rating and offers more integrations, making it the better choice strictly indoors.

What is the biggest difference between the Eufy SoloCam S230 and the Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen)?

Placement and power source are the key divide. The Eufy SoloCam S230 is weatherproof and wire-free thanks to solar charging, built for outdoor use, while the Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen) is a plug-in camera made only for indoor rooms.

Can the Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen) be used outside?

No. It has no weather resistance and is built strictly for indoor placement, while the Eufy SoloCam S230 carries an IP67 rating designed for outdoor exposure.

Which camera avoids a subscription for recordings?

The Eufy SoloCam S230 stores footage on its own built-in storage with no fee. The Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen) offers a free rolling window of event clips, but its most useful features like continuous recording need a paid Google Home plan.

Who should buy the Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen)?

Buy the Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen) if you only need indoor coverage and want a cheaper, higher-rated camera with Google's smart alert detection and broader ecosystem support.

Who should buy the Eufy SoloCam S230?

Buy the Eufy SoloCam S230 if you need a weatherproof, wire-free camera that can also work outdoors, with color night vision and RTSP output. It is the more versatile pick when indoor placement alone will not cover your needs.

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