BGR Picks 6 Google Smart Home Gadgets for 2026, Led by a $229.99 Nest Thermostat

8 articles · Updated · Boy Genius Report · May 27

BGR’s 2026 buying guide highlights six Google smart-home devices, spanning a thermostat, cameras, a battery doorbell, a smart display, a floodlight camera and the Nest Audio speaker.
The list was filtered for products rated at least 4 out of 5 with more than 1,000 retail reviews, then cross-checked against expert testing from outlets including CNET, PCMag and Wirecutter.
Google’s Nest Learning Thermostat anchors the roundup at $229.99 after an 18% discount, with BGR emphasizing AI-based scheduling, broad 24-volt compatibility and HVAC health monitoring.
Security devices make up half the picks: the Nest Cam kit is $155, the battery Nest Doorbell is $148.49, and the Nest Cam with Floodlight is $279.98 with 2,400-lumen lighting.
The broader pitch is ecosystem value—each device works with Google Home or Nest Hub, letting users centralize controls, alerts, media playback and voice commands across the home.

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