We purchased the Google Nest Hello so that our expert reviewer could thoroughly test and evaluate it. Read on for our full product review.

The best video doorbells allow you to see and speak to people who come to your porch without having to physically open the door. In addition to providing an extra layer of security for your home, a good video doorbell should have clear video quality both day and night, exceptional durability and weather resistance, crisp two-way audio, and features that promote convenience for the user. The Google Nest Hello video doorbell is one of the most popular options available, and the Google Nest Hello combined with a Nest Aware subscription should provide a next-level security experience for your home. I tested the Google Nest Hello against five other video doorbells to see how it compared.

The Nest Hello has a classic design, with an elongated cylinder shape and a black-and-white color scheme. The Nest Hello isn’t overly large, measuring 4.6 inches tall, 1.7 inches wide, and 1 inch deep. The main camera is placed on the top half of the front, while the physical doorbell button is on the bottom portion. The doorbell button has an LED status light around its perimeter.

The Nest Hello certainly isn’t the flashiest video doorbell out there, but its simple design helps it blend in better with a home’s aesthetic. Overall, it has a sleek, unobtrusive look, but it’s just noticeable enough to say to visitors and potential intruders, “smile, you’re on camera.”