6 Google Smart Home Gadgets to Buy in 2026

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Google has entered the smart home niche by introducing a range of smart devices, such as speakers, thermostats, security cameras, video doorbells, etc., all of which integrate seamlessly to create a full-fledged Google smart home ecosystem. There’s also a Nest Hub to keep tabs on all devices at once and manage them with the convenience of a single device. Therefore, you can automate different tasks around the house, like indoor temperature management, to save time and effort for the things that really matter.

To make things easier, we’ve curated a list of Google smart home gadgets that are worth buying, considering the benefits they bring to the setup. We did in-depth research on all these devices by analyzing the reviews and ratings of each particular gadget on famous retail platforms (each of them must be rated four or higher), while also looking at what the experts had to say about them.

The Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen, 2024) is compatible with a range of 24-volt systems, such as forced air pumps and heat pumps, and does not require a C wire in most cases, making installation easier. Downloading the app gives you many more options, such as Smart Scheduling, so you can set the thermostat to increase or decrease temperatures at certain times. It also learns your temperature schedules through artificial intelligence and intelligently helps automate temperature control, such as turning down air conditioners and heaters when you’re away.

A CNET reviewer who tested it found that “scheduling works well, especially when you combine it with external sensors for other rooms.” There is also a smart ventilation feature where the thermostat brings in fresh air from outside when the air quality is detected as healthy. Thanks to the large screen and Dynamic Farsight function, you can read the temperature or time from across the room, from any angle.

Additionally, the device is also helpful in tracking the health of your HVAC system and also detects any signs of potential malfunctions, so you can make timely repairs. At Amazon, this Google device is available at an 18% discount, at $229.99, and has a 4.4-star rating from 2,223 customers as of this writing.

With the Google Nest Cam (2nd generation), you have the choice of mounting it indoors or outdoors, as it can survive temperatures between -4 degrees Fahrenheit and 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Connect it to the Google Home app and you can track outdoor movements live via your smartphone. It offers vibrant video quality in 1080-pixel HDR resolution, plus a night vision feature so you can stay up to date even after the sun goes down.

Additionally, sensors can differentiate between humans, pets, and vehicles to send accurate updates whenever needed, such as when a four-legged intruder is spotted in your yard. The built-in mic and speakers allow you to talk to the person near the camera through the app for two-way communication. You can also rewind up to three hours of video recorded by the camera, directly in the Google Home app. The kit, priced at $155 after a 14% discount as of this writing, comes with a tabletop stand for stable indoor placement and a wireless frame for outdoor mounting.

The Google Nest Video Doorbell is a battery-powered smart home device that has a 4.3-star rating on Amazon, collected from 4,905 reviewers as of this writing. For a discounted price of $148.49, the doorbell features a wireless setup that simplifies installation. You can view live footage in the Google Home app of what’s happening and who’s at your door at any time, day or night, with the built-in night vision feature. Plus, two-way audio lets you converse with the person at the door — a useful feature for receiving packages; just ask the delivery person to leave it on the door.

As soon as a visitor presses the smart doorbell button, you will receive an alert on your phone or other connected device, like the Google Nest Hub. According to testing by GearLab, this smart doorbell camera could detect a person up to 20 feet away from the device, while facial recognition worked successfully up to a distance of 15 feet, which was the most offered by any camera in GearLab’s comparison lineup.

The Google Nest Hub (2nd generation) serves as a screen for your smart home through which you can manage all connected devices, such as smart cameras, doorbells, etc. It supports a range of popular streaming services, such as Netflix, Disney+, Spotify, etc., to meet all your entertainment needs. The 7-inch screen lets you watch your favorite shows and videos hands-free while you work on other important tasks; for example, you can watch a tutorial on how to knead dough step by step while you do the actual task.

It can detect hand gestures to perform tasks, like pausing/playing music or snoozing an alarm. However, CNET described this feature as a bit sensitive as it can sometimes recognize unintentional gestures and perform actions unnecessarily. You can also connect the hub to Nest speakers in different rooms to create an immersive sound experience throughout your home.

Another great addition to this model is the sleep detection feature: place the device on your nightstand and angle the camera at an angle so that it can watch you sleep to provide you with a detailed summary of your sleep when you wake up. Available at Best Buy for $99.99, the device has garnered 4.7 stars from 5,073 reviews as of this writing. Additionally, the smart home hub also responds to voice commands, thanks to Google Assistant integration.

Rated 4.4 by 1,826 customers at the time of writing, the Google Nest Cam With Floodlight gives you all-day ability to monitor activities outside your home with the convenience of your smartphone. What sets it apart from a regular Google Nest Cam is the addition of LED floodlights on either side of the camera, with a maximum brightness of 2,400 lumens, which is enough to light up an average-sized yard according to CNET testing. IP65 waterproof rating makes it able to survive different weather conditions.

These floodlights turn on automatically when they detect movement in the covered area and send you timely alerts. Plus, if you choose to sign up for a Nest Aware subscription, the camera can even recognize the faces of familiar people to let you know who’s at the door. You can control the brightness of the lights, the sensitivity of motion detection, and even create schedules for the lights to turn on at certain times of the day, all within the Google Home app. Get the bundle on Amazon for $279.98.

Adding smart speakers to your existing Google ecosystem will enable multi-device connectivity; for example, you can connect them to your Nest Hub or the Google Home app to control music playback. The Google Nest Audio is a multifunctional device that you can use to listen to music, manage programs, provide quick search results, check news and much more, all with simple voice commands. When you’re connected to other Nest speakers, you can broadcast messages to someone sitting in another room through the Nest speakers to make communication easier. Plus, you can move music from one Nest speaker to another as you move around the house for an uninterrupted audio experience.

Additionally, Nest Audio features adaptive technology that analyzes the room and its surroundings to deliver sound best suited to the room conditions. Its sleek and stylish design complements any space. There are also touch controls on the top of the speakers through which you can skip to the next track, play/pause and control the volume. Additionally, for added privacy, you can turn off the mic whenever you want via the physical button on the back and delete voice history at any time.

Wirecutter ranked it as the best-performing speaker Google offers, capable of quickly processing voice commands to help control smart gadgets around the home, like smart light bulbs. You can buy it at Walmart for $94.99, where it holds 4.4 stars from 2,572 reviews as of this writing.

We had special selection criteria when choosing products for this list. For example, all of these products have a rating of 4 out of 5 or higher on their respective retail platforms, gathered from at least a thousand reviews on their product pages. Additionally, these gadgets are tested by experts from popular publications, such as CNET, PCMag, and Wirecutter, who praised the features and specifications of these products to further support their selection for the list.

These gadgets are all offered by the official Google Store on retail sites to prevent the risk of receiving faulty or faulty devices. Plus, all of them are compatible with the Google ecosystem and add some sort of advantage so you can fully enjoy your smart home.