You can grab the battery-powered Nest Doorbell for just $129.99 right now

Support our independent tech coverage. Chrome Unboxed is written by real people, for real people—not search algorithms. Join Chrome Unboxed Plus for just $2 a month to get an ad-free experience, access to our private Discord, and more. Learn more about membership here. START FREE TRIAL (MONTHLY)START FREE TRIAL (ANNUAL) Google’s second-gen, battery-powered Nest Doorbell is currently marked down to $129.99 at Best Buy and Walmart. This is a solid discount and makes it a great time to upgrade your front porch. The biggest advantage of this specific model is the straightforward installation. Because it runs on an internal rechargeable battery, you do not have to mess with any existing wiring or hire an electrician to get it working. It is an ideal setup for renters or anyone wanting a quick install, though you still retain the option to hardwire it for continuous power and chime integration if you want to down the road. But what really sets the Nest Doorbell apart from the competition is the feature set included right out of the box. Google provides three hours of event video history without requiring a monthly subscription. And the intelligent motion detection can automatically differentiate between people, packages, vehicles, and animals, sending specific alerts straight to the Google Home app. The camera also uses a 3:4 portrait aspect ratio to give you a clear head-to-toe view of whoever is at the door. As expected, the doorbell ties directly into your existing Google ecosystem, allowing you to quickly pull up a live feed on your Nest Hub or Google TV whenever someone rings the bell. If you prefer a dedicated wired connection from the start, the newer third-gen wired Nest Doorbell is also currently on sale. You can grab it for $139.99 at both Best Buy and Walmart, which is a solid $40 discount. These prices are live now while inventory lasts at both retailers. SUBSCRIBE TO UPSTREAM Get Chrome Unboxed delivered straight to your inbox Upstream is our flagship, curated newsletter with the top stories, most click-worthy deals, giveaways, and trending articles from Chrome Unboxed sent directly to your inbox a few times a week. Join 31,000+ subscribers.