Google Home Compatible Devices

Google Home works with thousands of smart home devices through Matter, native Google Assistant integrations, and the Works with Google Home program. Smart speakers and displays, smart plugs, lights, locks, thermostats, cameras, doorbells and TVs are all well covered. Devices on this page are confirmed to either be Matter-certified (so they work natively) or to have an official Google Home integration.

Yes, that is the whole point of Matter. Any Matter-certified device can be added to Google Home directly from the Home app using the "+" button. You do need a Matter controller in your home (a Nest Hub 2nd gen, Nest Hub Max, or Nest Wifi Pro), and Thread-based Matter devices additionally need a Thread Border Router (also built into current Nest hardware).

You only need a Nest Hub if you want a Matter controller, a Thread Border Router, or a kitchen display. For voice control alone, a Nest Mini or Nest Audio is enough. To pair Matter-over-Thread devices like locks and battery sensors, you do need a Thread Border Router somewhere on your network. Nest Hub 2nd gen, Nest Hub Max, and Nest Wifi Pro all qualify.

Open the Google Home app, tap "+" then "Set up device". For Matter devices, choose "New device" and scan the Matter QR code or enter the 11-digit setup code. For non-Matter devices, choose "Works with Google" and pick the manufacturer to link your account.

Yes, but only via a bridge. Google's hardware does not contain a Zigbee or Z-Wave radio. To use Zigbee devices, pair them to a Hue Bridge, Aqara hub, SmartThings, Home Assistant or similar. The bridge then exposes them to Google Home. Z-Wave works the same way, typically through a SmartThings or Home Assistant bridge.