What Is Nest Aware?
Nest Aware is a subscription plan that provides video recording, sound detection, intelligent alerts to all capable Nest devices, including Nest Cam, Nest speakers and displays.
What Are The Plan Options?
–Nest Aware
The Nest Aware subscription costs $6 a month, or $60 a year, which covers all Nest devices. The plan includes the following:
- 30-day event-based video recording;
- Intelligent Alerts functionality that detects sounds or a person;
- Activity Zones that differentiate sensitive areas
-Nest Aware Plus
The Nest Aware subscription costs $12 a month, or $120 a year, which also covers all Nest devices. The plan includes the following:
- 60-day event-based video recording;
- 10-day continuously 24/7 video recording;
- Intelligent Alerts functionality that detects sounds or a person;
- Activity Zones that differentiate sensitive areas
Please note that if you choose the annual subscription, you will get a free Nest Mini.
What More Can Nest Aware Do?
With Nest Hello, users will receive a notification when a package delivery has been made. Nest speakers and displays will let users know when glass breaks or your smoke alarm is going off. Nest cameras can detect familiar faces and alert users if something is wrong. In an emergency situation, users can directly dial 911 from the Home App and the call will be directed to the call center that’s closest to the users’ home.
Is It Worth it?
If you have a legacy Nest subscription and you have multiple Nest devices, then the answer is yes because the Nest Aware subscription is one-plan-for-all. If you have only one Nest device, you might want to consider keeping your old plan as it provides 24/7 video recording as standard.
What Is The Alternative?
-Amazon’s Ring
Amazon’s Ring also offers 2 subscription plans, the Basic and Plus plans. The Basic plan costs only $3 a month, or $30 a year, which covers motion-activated notifications, real-time video with live view, two-way talk, video history for 60 days.
On the other hand, the Plus plan costs $10 a month, or $100 a year. This plan extends the features that are included in the Basic plan with the additions of 24/7 professional monitoring for Ring Alarm, extended warranties for all devices and 10% off select products at Ring.com.
The Conclusion
The Nest Aware subscription is one of the best options when it comes to home monitoring and safety. It seamlessly combines all Nest devices of their functionalities with two simple plans. When it comes to safety, it is always better to prevent harm and danger before it happens and to minimize the loss when it’s happening.
