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Google Home vs Homey

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

Google Home

Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

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.

Visit Google Home

Homey

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

Homey offers cloud and one-time-purchase hub options, with support for multiple smart-home standards and automation tools. Choose according to the device allowance and whether you want a cloud plan or a local hub.

Visit Homey

The facts

	Google Home	Homey
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	No	Not published
Runs on	Android, API, iPhone, Web	Android, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid plan	Google Home Premium Standard: $10 a month	Homey Cloud Premium: $2.99 a month
Plans published	3	5
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	home.google.com	homey.app
On home automation platforms	#1 of 25	#4 of 25

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.

Homey: what it does well

Works with over 70,000 devices from more than 2,000 brands.
Supports local control, Matter, Zigbee, and Z-Wave.
Offers Flow and Advanced Flow automations.
Free Homey Cloud covers up to five devices.
Supports manager, user, and guest roles.

What to know first

Free Homey Cloud is limited to five devices.
Cloud Premium costs $2.99 per month after the allowance.
Homey Pro is a $449 one-time purchase.

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