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GHome now slow and lagging compared with Nest

MKlaaby — Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:56:05 GMT

Forced to transition to Google home from reliable NEST System. Now getting frustrated by a system who seems to be slow and less intuitive than Nest.
- slow at connecting to system

- slow locating cameras

- slow updating current status

- lagging when showing recorded footage

I had / have the same systems, cameras, iPhones, routers etc.

I even tried to reinstall everything- but still the same slow system.

I do have a PREMIUM Sub.

What’s wrong?
Any good ideas?
All is welcome thanks

Re: GHome now slow and lagging compared with Nest

AshleyB — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:30:02 GMT

Hi @MKlaaby,

Thank you for posting in the community. I’m sorry to hear about the performance issues you're experiencing with your Nest Cameras after transitioning to the Google Home app. I understand how frustrating it is to deal with slow connection times and lagging footage, especially when your previous Nest setup was so reliable.

I appreciate you sharing that you've already tried reinstalling the system and that you're using a premium subscription. I’m happy to assist you. To help me narrow this down, could you provide a few more details?

What type of Nest Cameras do you have?
What is the make and model of your router or modem?
How is your internet connection in general?
Are you able to see all the video history from the last 30 days?
What is the current status light on the cameras?
Are you getting any error messages in the Google Home app?
How far are the cameras from the router?
What Wi-Fi frequency band are you using (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz)?

Keep me posted; I’ll be waiting for your response.

Best regards,

Ashley

Re: GHome now slow and lagging compared with Nest

marko_cal — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:45:47 GMT

I too experienced degradation after migrating from Nest to Google Home.

Unfortunately, I too have received no end of suggestions and/or questions regarding both intranet & internet architecture -- which have remained unchanged since the migration and services a complex array of IOT devices.
The Nest cams are the only place where performance issues exist.

This feels like a server-side issue at Google. I wish you luck in getting meaningful feedback from them. I haven't been successful with that.

Re: GHome now slow and lagging compared with Nest

MKlaaby — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:37:37 GMT

Many thanks Marko for your kind and supporting note. I have now called a professional to take a deeper look at my system. In case I learn something new I’ll let your know.
Many thx

Mick

Re: GHome now slow and lagging compared with Nest

MKlaaby — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:40:33 GMT

Dear Ashley,

Many thanks for your kind and supporting note. I have now called a professional to take a deeper look at my system.
In case I’m in need of further assistance I’ll let your know.
Many thx

Mick

Re: GHome now slow and lagging compared with Nest

gray116 — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:10:00 GMT

Ditto to the above. It's frustratingly slower... I wish I could go back to Nest.