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Google's smart home app for Matter and Nest devices

81.5
Score in best home automation platforms
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Ranked 9 of 11 in best home automation platforms

Matter support, Nest speakers that can act as Matter hubs, and a free app for iPhone, Android and the web. Advanced features sit behind the Google Home Premium subscription, and setup needs a Google Account.

Best for Households already using Google Nest devices

About Google Home

The app manages devices and automations and works with the Gemini for Home voice assistant, and it can also be opened in a web browser. Matter devices, such as a Yale smart lock with Matter, can be added. Some Google Nest speakers and displays include a Thread border router and act as a hub for Matter devices.

Gemini for Home was rolling out in early access when this was checked, and the most advanced features sit behind Google Home Premium. The platform suits people who already use Google's devices and services, and it requires a Google Account. Matter support means devices from other brands can still be controlled from the app.

Key features

  • Matter support
  • Gemini for Home voice assistant
  • Nest cameras and doorbells
  • Thread border router on some speakers
  • Google Home Premium

Strengths

  • Matter support, including Matter locks
  • Works on iPhone, Android and the web
  • Some Nest speakers act as Matter hubs

Limits

  • Advanced features need Google Home Premium
  • Requires a Google Account and Google's services

Where Google Home ranks

How Google Home compares

ProductScorePricePlatformsWhere automations runHub hardwareMatter support
#7Domoticz84.5Free and open sourceSelf-hostedLinuxWindowsWebYour own Linux, Windows or Pi serverNone, you add a radio such as Z-WaveNot stated on vendor site
#8Samsung SmartThings83.0FreeiOSAndroidSmartThings app with a hubBuilt into select Samsung TVs, or a dedicated hubYes, Matter and Thread supported
#9Google Home81.5Free plan, paid upgradesiOSAndroidWebGoogle Home app on phone or webSome Nest speakers and displays with ThreadYes, Matter locks and devices supported
#10Amazon Alexa80.5Free plan, paid upgradesiOSAndroidWebAlexa app and Amazon cloud servicesEcho Hub control panelYes, through Echo Hub
#11Homebridge77.0Free and open sourceSelf-hostedLinuxmacOSWindowsWebRaspberry Pi, Linux, macOS, Windows or DockerNone, a Pi or spare computerNot stated on vendor site

The full comparison table for best home automation platforms has all 11 products.

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Questions about Google Home

Is Google Home free?
Google Home can be used without paying: App is free; Google Home Premium is an optional subscription. Check the vendor’s pricing page for current limits.
Is Google Home open source?
No. Google Home is proprietary software; its source code is not public.
Which platforms does Google Home support?
Google Home is available on: iOS, Android, Web.
What is Google Home best for?
Households already using Google Nest devices. In our ranking of home automation platforms it is number 9 of 11 with a score of 81.5.
What are the best alternatives to Google Home?
The highest-ranked alternatives on listme.name are Home Assistant, Homey, Hubitat Elevation, openHAB.

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