Google Home

One place for a connected home

Google Home is a control app for managing compatible smart home devices, Google Nest products, Chromecast devices and other connected equipment from one interface. It suits households that have moved beyond a single smart speaker or streaming device and want a clearer way to check, control and organise several parts of the home.

What you can do with it

The app brings device controls, home views, settings and automations together instead of requiring a separate app for every product. You can arrange frequently used controls, check the state of connected devices and manage routines from a central dashboard. Supported cameras also provide a way to review recorded activity, while Google Assistant and Gemini features can add voice-based control where available.

• Group devices by home, room or activity.
• Keep favourite controls easy to reach.
• Manage compatible lights, speakers, displays, cameras and streaming devices.
• Set up and adjust routines for recurring actions.

Good for larger setups, with some limits

Google Home is most useful when several compatible products share the same household. Its broad device support can reduce app switching, but the available controls depend on the hardware, software and region involved. Some advanced settings and automations are placed deeper in the app, so new users may need time to learn where everything is. Camera history and other features can also vary between devices.

Scale and track record

Developed by Google LLC, the app has passed 1,000,000,000+ installs and holds a 4.08 rating from more than 3.6 million reviews. That reach makes it a practical starting point for people building around Google’s connected-home ecosystem, especially those who want one dashboard rather than a collection of unrelated controls.