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Google HomeAlexa+
Freemium

The app is free; Google Home Premium is a paid subscription for advanced Gemini features.

 Freemium

Alexa+ can be tried free in a browser.

Android, iOS, Web Android, Web
  • Controls thousands of devices from Google and partner brands
  • Matter support
  • Context shared across browser, app and Echo devices
  • Can take actions as well as answer
  • Most advanced features require a paid Premium subscription
  • Built around Google's cloud services and ecosystem
  • Requires an Amazon account
  • Most useful within Amazon's own device ecosystem
Downloadable app, Web application Downloadable app, Web application
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Account needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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