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Google Nest warranty for security systems & cameras

21/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 5 of 9 brandsVaries by model lineCheck your model's manual
The short version

Google Nest covers security systems & cameras in full for 1 year, with no partial coverage after that. That full coverage is the same as most of the 9 brands we compared, which typically cover 1 year in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.

From Google Nest's published warranty, checked October 2026.

What's covered

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
  • Full coverageWhole product1 year
Varies by model line

Google Nest words its warranty differently for some lines. This page shows the least generous one.

  • Security camerasFull: 1 year. No partial coverage
  • Security cameras, smart thermostats, video doorbells, smart locksFull: 2 years. Partial to 3 years
The fine print, decoded

What it leaves out

  • Accidental breaks and misuse
  • Batteries
  • Normal wear and tear
  • Power problems
  • Water damage
Good to know before you buy
  • Accidental damage is not covered.
  • Batteries are not covered.
  • Newer Google-made Nest devices may have a 1-year warranty instead; Google's warranty checker shows your device's coverage.
  • Coverage moves to a new owner if you sell the device, but the clock does not restart.
  • Have the serial number ready; Google may ask for your receipt.
  • Refurbished units are covered for 90 days.

How other brands compare for security systems & cameras

  • 1. SimpliSafe75/100 · Full: Lifetime
  • 2. eufy43/100 · Full: 3 years
  • 3. Swann32/100 · Full: 2 years
  • 4. Wyze27/100 · Full: 18 months
  • 6. Govee21/100 · Full: 1 year
Compare all 9 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for security systems & cameras.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. Sam's ClubMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  3. Lowe'sMost items90 days
  4. The Home DepotMost items90 days
  5. WalmartMost items90 days
  6. CrutchfieldMost items60 days
Show all 7 stores
  1. Best BuyMost items15 days from delivery

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for security systems & cameras where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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