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SmartThings vs Google Home: catalog facts
SmartThings	Google Home
Free The app is free; compatible devices are bought separately.	Freemium The app is free; Google Home Premium is a paid subscription for advanced Gemini features.
Android, iOS	Android, iOS, Web
Works with hundreds of device brands Controls and automates devices from one app	Controls thousands of devices from Google and partner brands Matter support
Closed source and tied to Samsung's ecosystem Only useful with compatible smart home devices	Most advanced features require a paid Premium subscription Built around Google's cloud services and ecosystem
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Web application
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
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
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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