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Aqara Home vs Google Home

Both stand on home security camera apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Aqara Home

Free plan AndroidiPhone

Aqara Home provides device control, automations, scenes, and integrations through a free Android and iOS app. Check compatibility and hub requirements for specific devices and functions.

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Google Home combines device control, camera activity, and automation in its mobile app and web controls. Its free app has optional Premium plans, while some features depend on connectivity, region, or a Matter hub.

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The facts

	Aqara Home	Google Home
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	No
Runs on	Android, iPhone	Android, API, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	Google Home Premium Standard: $10 a month
Plans published	1	3
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	aqara.com	home.google.com
On home security camera apps	#2 of 24	#1 of 24

Aqara Home: what it does well

Supports remote control, scheduling, and real-time notifications.
Includes automations and scenes.
Lists Matter and several smart-home integrations.
Supports device upgrades and adding sub-devices.
The app is free.

What to know first

Compatibility varies by product.
A hub may be required for some ecosystems or functions.
Advanced Matter Bridging requires a compatible Aqara hub.

Google Home: what it does well

Pins favorite devices to a home dashboard.
Automations can use customizable starters, conditions, and actions.
Web controls include camera and doorbell monitoring.
The app is available for Android and iOS.

What to know first

Matter control away from home requires a Matter hub.
Many features require Wi-Fi and an internet connection.
Feature availability may vary by country and language.

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