Official documentation
Learn about Gemini for Home voice assistant (Google Help)
Google, n.d.
Read the originalRead on October 17, 2026
- What it is
- Google's help page on Gemini for Home, the replacement for Google Assistant on Google speakers and displays: which features are free, which need Google Home Premium, which devices are compatible, and the rule that a home cannot switch back.
- How much weight it carries
- Google's own help page, read on 2026-10-17 from an archived copy. It is the primary source for smart speakers and displays. Early access is limited to some countries and languages, and the page says the rollout continues over time.
Facts taken from this source
- Google says basic Gemini for Home features are free, including smart home controls, alarms and timers, calendars, notes, lists and reminders.
“Access to basic features of the Gemini for Home voice assistant is available at no cost. These include smart home controls, media search and playback, alarms and timers, calendars, notes, lists, and reminders.” (Availability)
- Google says that once a home switches to Gemini for Home voice assistant, it cannot switch back to Google Assistant.
“Once you switch your home to Gemini for Home voice assistant, it can't switch back to Google Assistant.” (Availability)
- Google says that Gemini Live on compatible devices needs a Google Home Premium subscription, while basic smart-home controls do not.
“Some features like Gemini Live are available on compatible devices with a Google Home Premium subscription” (Features and subscription table)
Pages that rest on this source
- Google Assistant Voice Commands and What Gemini ChangesGuide
- How do you control smart home devices with Google Assistant voice commands?Question
- Can you control Home Assistant with Alexa or Google Assistant voice commands?Question
- Can you switch back from Gemini to Google Assistant?Question
- Is Gemini replacing Google Assistant?Question
- What voice commands does Google Assistant understand?Question