Google
Google Nest Cam (wired) (Black)
2021
82
/ 100
From $100
VS
Samsung
Samsung SmartThings Station
Hub
82
/ 100
From $79
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Google Nest Cam (wired) (Black) lands at 82 and Samsung SmartThings Station at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Google Nest Cam (wired) (Black) if…
- ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- ✓App-based setup
- ✓Works with major voice assistants
Pick Samsung SmartThings Station if…
- ✓Matter support (modern)
- ✓Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
- ✓Automations
Google Nest Cam (wired) (Black) 82
vs 82 Samsung SmartThings Station
Score breakdown
Google Nest Cam (wired) (Black)
82 ecosystem 82
local 70
ease 84
features 80
Samsung SmartThings Station
82 ecosystem 82
local 70
ease 84
features 80
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Google Nest Cam (wired) (Black) | Samsung SmartThings Station |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2021 | — |
| Color | Black | — |
Google Nest Cam (wired) (Black)
Pros
- +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- +App-based setup
- +Works with major voice assistants
Cons
- −Subscription sometimes required
- −Cloud dependency on many
- −Ecosystem lock-in
Samsung SmartThings Station
Pros
- +Matter support (modern)
- +Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
- +Automations
Cons
- −App quality varies
- −Cloud dependency on some
- −Ecosystem lock-in
FAQ: Google Nest Cam (wired) (Black) vs Samsung SmartThings Station
Which is better, Google Nest Cam (wired) (Black) or Samsung SmartThings Station? +
Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Google Nest Cam (wired) (Black) worth the price? +
At $100, Google Nest Cam (wired) (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ease.
Is Samsung SmartThings Station worth the price? +
At $79, Samsung SmartThings Station delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ease.
Does Google Nest Cam (wired) (Black) or Samsung SmartThings Station last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.