Google Nest
Google Nest Cameras
Cameras · Security
Mixed reportsVerified plugin3 plugins
4 reports: 1 says it works, 3 say it partly works.
Reported with 3 Homebridge plugins: Nest Accfactory, Google Nest SDM, Nest.
What people report
| Plugin | Status | What they said | Connects | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Nest Accfactory Verifiedhomebridge-nest-accfactory | Works | HKSV works; user cancelled Nest Aware after a month; needs ffmpeg for HomebridgeSaved copyI’ve been using this plugin for a month or so now cancelled nest aware subscription last week. No issues yet Excerpt saved from Arctic Shift Reddit archive on 2026-10-22. | Cloud | Reddit comment · 2026-03 |
Google Nest SDM Verifiedhomebridge-google-nest-sdm | Partly works | Black feeds until fullscreen, then 5+ second delay; same in Home AssistantSaved copyI was able to get it working with google’s SDM. It was a pain and never quite worked right. My Nest cameras never showed live previews, just black feeds until I clicked to view them fullscreen and then it would take 5+ seconds to show live video. I then tried the same in Home Assistant with the same result. I broke down and ordered Starling. It arrives next week so I can’t say whether it will be better or not, time will tell. Excerpt saved from Arctic Shift Reddit archive on 2026-10-22. | Cloud | Reddit comment · 2024-11 |
Nest Verifiedhomebridge-nest | Partly works | Google API setup tricky and slow; Starling Hub recommended for NestSaved copyGet Starling hub, it’s the best option for Nest Which plugin you used? Also macOS is not so good option to run Homebridge p.s. Nest cameras are crap, same as any cloud based cameras Excerpt saved from Arctic Shift Reddit archive on 2026-10-22. | Cloud | Reddit comment · 2024-04 |
| homebridge-nest-cam | Partly works | Cameras viewable; plugin dev says HomeKit/Nest cross-communication unlikelySaved copyIn theory, yes. In reality, HomeKit and Nest devices won’t be able to communicate for a long time if ever. Matter simply gives smart home devices the *option* to communicate, but it’s still up to the company to open that communication. I’m the dev of the nest-cam plugin, so from a camera standpoint, Google would never allow its user base the option of using HomeKit Secure Video over its own monthly subscription service. And that service enhances all of their devices, not just their cameras. Google allowing their smart home devices to communicate with Apple would hurt their bottom line, and … Excerpt saved from Arctic Shift Reddit archive on 2026-10-22. | Connection not stated | Reddit comment · 2021-05 |
Each row is one report from a plugin’s GitHub issues, pull requests, discussions, wiki or docs, or from r/homebridge. Check the date and the linked thread before you buy.
In ReReHome
Once a Homebridge plugin publishes it, this device reaches Apple Home as a HomeKit accessory behind your Homebridge bridge, so ReReHome shows and controls it like any other.
Identifiers
| Brand | Google Nest |
|---|---|
| Category | Cameras |
Also reported as
- Nest cameras