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Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) vs Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen)

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Updated October 2026
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2026 verdict
Smart alerts carry the day: the Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen) is the more capable video doorbell of this pair, telling people, packages, animals and vehicles apart.
Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen)
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Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen)
$193.22

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It adds 2K HDR video in a tall 1:1 frame, dual-band Wi-Fi, SmartThings on top of Google Home, Alexa and Home Assistant, and custom ringtones indoors and out. The Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) is the cheaper, plan-free option: it records 2K to a microSD card of up to 128 GB with 24/7 history, keeps recording through a power cut, answers visitors with automatic replies and runs on battery or wiring. The Nest keeps 6 hours of event clips free, and longer history and familiar faces need Nest Aware. Pick the Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen) for a Google home with wiring, and the Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) to record everything locally for no fee.
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FeatureEufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack)Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen)Winner
Price$129.99$193.22Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack)
Rating3.94.4Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen)
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFiGoogle Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen)
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen)
AlertsMotion, PeopleMotion, People, Packages, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar FacesGoogle Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen)
Automatic RepliesYESNOEufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack)
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
StorageMicroSD Card Slot, CloudInternal, CloudTie
Voice ChangingNONOTie

What the differences mean

Free recording

The Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) records to a microSD card of up to 128 GB, with 24/7 history and recording through Wi-Fi and power outages, all free. The Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen) keeps event clips from the past 6 hours for free and buffers 1 hour offline; continuous history needs Nest Aware.

What the alerts recognise

The Nest tells people, packages, animals and vehicles apart, which means fewer junk alerts from passing cars. The C31 detects motion and people only.

Power

The C31 runs on its battery, with a spare pack in this bundle, or on doorbell wiring. The Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen) is wired only, so it needs existing doorbell wiring.

Image

Both record 2K. The Nest adds HDR and a square 166 degree diagonal frame that shows visitors head to toe. The C31 has black and white night vision only, and its field of view is not documented.

Wi-Fi and platforms

The Nest uses 2.4 and 5 GHz Wi-Fi and adds SmartThings to Google Home, Alexa and Home Assistant. The C31 is 2.4 GHz only and works with Google Home, Alexa and Home Assistant. Neither supports Apple Home or Matter.

Which one to buy if

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Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen)

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$193.22

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  • + Rating: 4.4
  • + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
  • - Price: $193.22 vs $129.99
  • - Automatic Replies: NO vs YES

What owners say

Owners of both doorbells praise clear 2K video and a straightforward install on existing doorbell wiring, and both groups note that no indoor chime comes in the box. Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) owners single out skipping the monthly fee with recording to microSD or a HomeBase, and the quick-release battery; they complain that battery life falls short of the claims, that notifications and live view can be slow, and that the body is bulky. Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen) owners single out smart alerts that separate people, packages and vehicles instead of pinging at everything, and Live View that loads almost instantly; their main complaint is that longer history and familiar faces need Nest Aware, with a few reporting pauses in extreme cold.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Eufy vs Nest doorbell: which is better, the Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) or the Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen)?

The Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen) is the more capable doorbell, with smarter alerts, HDR, dual-band Wi-Fi and SmartThings support. The Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) is better value if you want free 24/7 local recording or need battery power.

What is the biggest difference between the Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) and the Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen)?

Storage against intelligence. The Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) records everything locally for free, while the Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen) offers far better alert recognition but keeps only 6 hours of free clips.

Do the Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) and the Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen) need a subscription?

The Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) does not; it records to microSD. The Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen) works without one with 6 hours of event clips, but continuous history, longer storage and familiar-face alerts need Nest Aware.

Can the Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen) run on battery like the Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack)?

No. The Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen) is wired only. The Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack) runs on its rechargeable battery or on doorbell wiring.

Who should buy the Eufy Video Doorbell C31 (with Battery Pack)?

Buyers who want free local recording, including 24/7 history on a microSD card, and the choice of battery or wired power at a lower price.

Who should buy the Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen)?

Google and Nest households with doorbell wiring who want accurate alerts for people, packages, animals and vehicles and a tall head-to-toe HDR view.

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