On October 2, 2025, Google launched Google Home Premium, a extensive subscription service designed to replace Nest Aware and integrate the power of Gemini directly into compatible Google Home devices. This marks a important shift towards AI-driven features for home security and automation.

Subscription Options and Pricing

Google Home Premium offers two primary tiers to cater to different user needs. The Standard Plan is available for $10 per month or $100 annually.The Advanced Plan costs $20 monthly or $200 per year.

Standard Plan: Core Features

Subscribers to the Standard Plan gain access to essential features including Gemini Live, enabling hands-free conversations without a wake word. The plan also provides Ask Home for simplified automation routines, 30 days of event video history, and intelligent alerts that differentiate between peopel, packages, animals, and vehicles.

Advanced Plan: Enhanced AI Capabilities

The Advanced Plan builds upon the Standard features with cutting-edge Gemini-powered camera capabilities. These include AI-generated event descriptions for speedy context, Home Brief summaries providing a concise overview of your home’s activity, and searchable video history leveraging Ask Home for efficient review of recorded footage. This significantly improves the usability and value of your security camera recordings.

Bundling with Google AI Plans

Google is streamlining its subscription offerings by including Google Home Premium with its Google AI Pro and Ultra plans. AI Pro subscribers receive the Standard Plan as part of their membership, with the option to upgrade to the Advanced Plan for an additional $10 per month. AI Ultra subscribers automatically receive the Advanced Plan, maximizing the value of their premium AI subscription.

Google Home Premium represents a ample investment in the future of smart home technology, positioning Gemini as a central component of the user experience. The tiered structure and integration with existing Google AI plans offer flexibility and compelling value for a wide range of users.