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Google HomeHomeApp
Freemium

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

 Free

Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 licence.

Android, iOS, Web Android
  • Controls thousands of devices from Google and partner brands
  • Matter support
  • Controls Philips Hue and Shelly devices from one app
  • Simple interface aimed at beginners
  • Most advanced features require a paid Premium subscription
  • Built around Google's cloud services and ecosystem
  • Supports a limited set of device types
  • Android only
Downloadable app, Web application Downloadable app
Closed source Open source
License not stated License: GPL-3.0
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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