SimpliCam vs. Nest Cam Indoor

For a budget-buy, we recommend the SimpliCam. Priced at $99, you’ll save an additional hundred dollars on this camera vs. the Nest Cam Indoor, which retails for $199. However, when considering a subscription plan for additional features like cloud storage and playback, both SimpliSafe and Nest offer competitively priced plans around $5/mo. per camera.

For greater video clarity, the Nest Cam Indoor is the way to go. This camera gives you 1080p HD video recording, unlike the SimpliCam which provides 720p HD video recording. The higher the resolution, the greater the details you’ll be able to see, especially in capturing critical moments.

With SimpliSafe, you’ll get double the time you need to test out your camera and make sure it fits your needs. Backed by SimpliSafe’s 60-day Money-Back Guarantee, if you’re not satisfied, you can return your camera for a refund. The Nest Cam Indoor only offers a 30-day trial period.

Looking for an indoor camera with a wider field of vision? The Nest Cam Indoor provides a 130-degree field of view vs. the SimpliCam’s 120-degree field of view. You’ll be able to see more of your home’s interior at once, as well as take advantage of two-way audio and night vision.

Own an Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant smart device? Both the SimpliCam and Nest Cam Indoor are compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant smart devices. With SimpliCam, you can issue a voice command to have the privacy shutter closed. With Nest Cam Indoor, you can ask Alexa to show your video feed.

Both indoor cameras feature intelligent motion detection, which means that you’ll only receive alerts for important activity such as someone moving around inside your own (or even if your four-legged friend is up and about). Nest Cam, however, does take this feature a step further with smart sound alerts, letting you know if a loud noise or barking can be heard in your home.