Nest Protect is now only $99 for 7 Years of Use |
Some notable events have happened since that post. The upshot of those events is that the Protect's standard price has dropped from $129 to $99. Considering the average home would require multiple units for adequate coverage (as with any smoke alarm), the device is a decidedly better deal today than when first released.
TIP: Get Nest Protect for less than $99
If you are in the market for the Nest thermostat or one of the two Nest Protect models then your least expensive option is to watch for a general discount coupon from your local home center store such as Lowes or Home Depot. Lowes routinely offers general discounts of 10% or more -- I saved $25 when buying my Nest thermostat. Check the Lowes page on RetailMeNot for current coupon codes you may be able to use when purchasing online (select the "in-store pickup" option to avoid shipping costs).