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Google Home App: Comprehensive Smart Home Management for iOS

by Google

4.6
IOSLifestyle
Google Home provides centralized control for smart home ecosystems, enabling users to manage Google Nest devices and third-party products through intuitive automation and remote access capabilities.

Detailed Review

Google Home serves as the central management hub for Google's smart home ecosystem, allowing iOS users to configure and control Nest devices, Chromecast, and thousands of compatible third-party smart home products. The application positions itself as an all-in-one solution for modern smart home management, competing directly with other ecosystem controllers while leveraging Google's extensive hardware and software integration capabilities. The application's core functionality includes device setup and grouping, automation creation through routines, and real-time monitoring of connected devices. Users can control lighting systems, thermostats, security cameras, and entertainment devices through a unified interface. The Favorites tab enables quick access to frequently used devices and automations, while the home view provides organized spatial awareness of connected devices. Camera integration stands out with live feeds and event history review capabilities, particularly for Nest doorbell and security products. User experience demonstrates thoughtful design with drag-and-drop interface elements and intuitive organization. The interface employs clear visual indicators for device status, though some users note opportunities for improved status visibility as mentioned in aasmiami's August 2025 review regarding thermostat operation indicators. Real-world usage patterns show heavy reliance on remote access capabilities, with users reporting seamless control from anywhere with internet connectivity. The learning curve appears moderate, with SirScoob's August 2025 review suggesting that investing time in understanding the interface yields significant long-term usability benefits. User feedback trends strongly positive, with an average 4.56/5 rating reflecting general satisfaction. Multiple reviews from August-September 2025 highlight successful Nest device integration and cross-platform compatibility. SirScoob's review acknowledges Google's preference for Nest products while confirming third-party device functionality. The Let's go google let's go review demonstrates typical camera usage satisfaction while noting occasional difficulty locating specific voice settings. These patterns suggest reliable core functionality with occasional navigation challenges in advanced settings. The application demonstrates particular strength in ecosystem integration and remote access reliability, though some interface elements could benefit from clearer status indicators. It excels for users invested in Google's smart home ecosystem while maintaining solid third-party device support. The ideal use case involves households with multiple Google Nest products seeking centralized control with robust automation capabilities and reliable remote access.

Key Features

  • Centralized device management allowing control of Nest products and compatible third-party smart home devices through unified dashboard interface
  • Live camera feed viewing with event history scanning providing real-time security monitoring and historical activity review capabilities
  • Favorites tab customization enabling quick access to frequently used devices and automations for streamlined daily operation
  • Remote access functionality permitting device control from any location with internet connectivity regardless of physical proximity
  • Automation creation through routines allowing complex conditional device interactions based on time, location, or device triggers
  • Multi-device grouping and synchronization enabling coordinated control of device clusters like whole-home audio or lighting systems

Why Users Love It

Extensive device compatibility
Reliable remote access

Perfect for: Households using Google Nest products with mixed smart home devices

Screenshots

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Ranking History

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Current Rank

#11

2 from last week

Best Rank

#9

All-time high

Average Rank

#14

30-day average

User Reviews

Fajaree
Dec 2, 2025

I’ve been connected to my google Home speaker for years all of a sudden it stopped working I spoke to someone in chat it ended. I called the operator was rude and kept asking for personal information then go upset and put me on hold while chiming in saying I’m Sorry I Don’t Understand. Very Rude and The App Gives You The Run Around Then I Called Back Now The Number Say’s It Doesn’t Work Do Better✔️ Wow! I’ve been connected to my google Home speaker for years all of a sudden it stopped working I spoke to someone in chat it ended. I called the operator was rude and kept asking for personal information then go upset and put me on hold while chiming in saying I’m Sorry I Don’t Understand. Very Rude and The App Gives You The Run Around Then I Called Back Now The Number Say’s It Doesn’t Work Do Better✔️

Quartz07
Dec 3, 2025

Glad I found a way to pair up all my Google services into one neat little home! Appreciate it, developers! Didnt even know this app existed! Glad I found it. Glad I found a way to pair up all my Google services into one neat little home! Appreciate it, developers!

Cam’s camera
Nov 30, 2025

My hole family has a camera and they just stopped working the other day and it hasn’t worked since do you know how I can fix it??? Please From Cameron Leidenfrost I’m camera won’t work My hole family has a camera and they just stopped working the other day and it hasn’t worked since do you know how I can fix it??? Please From Cameron Leidenfrost

felt_marker
Nov 2, 2025

Okay, back to five stars. Google Nest cams are still one of the best products on the market. Their support for Apple has lagged but they’ve finally fixed whatever issues were causing trouble with the iOS app. Fixed the issue! Okay, back to five stars. Google Nest cams are still one of the best products on the market. Their support for Apple has lagged but they’ve finally fixed whatever issues were causing trouble with the iOS app.

Cole2183
Nov 3, 2025

Love my cameras but wish the live was better and microphones aren’t that loud. Better live Love my cameras but wish the live was better and microphones aren’t that loud.

App Details

Developer

Google

Platform

ios

Rating

4.6

Last Updated

12/6/2025