Does the Nest Hub have a camera?

No. It has no camera, which is why it is often chosen for bedrooms and bathrooms. Video calls are not possible on it.

How does sleep sensing work?

Soli radar detects motion and breathing near the bed without contact. Basic sleep summaries appear on the display; detailed insights need the Fitbit Premium subscription.

Can it control smart home devices?

Yes. It works with Google Home-compatible lights, thermostats, plugs and cameras by voice or touch. It also works as a small smart home hub for Matter and Thread devices.

Is it good for music?

It is adequate for background listening, podcasts and alarms. For room-filling music, a larger speaker or a paired audio setup is better.

The Nest Hub, a power adapter and a quick start guide. No remote is included; you control it by voice and touch.

How is it different from the Nest Hub Max?

The Max has a larger 10-inch screen, a camera for video calls and stronger sound. The standard Hub is smaller, cheaper and camera-free, which suits a bedside.

Where is the Google Nest Hub cheapest?

At Arbor, for $49.99, 63% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Google Nest Hub?

Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 4,600 ratings.

Where can I buy the Google Nest Hub?

7 stores we checked sell it, including Staples, Arbor, mercari.com, Back Market, Brands For Less USA.

Google Nest Hub

Best price now

$49.99at ArborChecked 9 h ago

63% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 7 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Google Nest Hub

Best price now

$49.99at ArborChecked 9 h ago

63% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 7 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Arbor

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Price facts

Lowest price today: $49.99 at Arbor (checked Nov 10, 2026).
Checked at 7 stores.

Our take on the Google Nest Hub

The Google Nest Hub is a 7-inch smart display with Google Assistant built in. It shows calendars, recipes, video and photos, and controls smart home devices by voice or touch. Its standout feature is Soli radar sleep sensing, which tracks sleep without a camera or wearable. It suits bedside tables, kitchens and anyone building a Google smart home. Against the Amazon Echo Show 8 it has a smaller screen and weaker sound, but sleep tracking and a camera-free design set it apart.

Best forBedside sleep trackingKitchen and recipe useGoogle smart home controlVoice-first Assistant users

Pros

Sleep sensing with no camera and no wearable
Clear 7-inch display for calendars, video and photos
Google Assistant handles smart home control well
Compact, lightweight design fits a nightstand
Gesture control and ambient light sensor adjust the screen

Cons

Single 1.7-inch driver gives modest sound
No camera, so no video calls
Sleep sensing needs a subscription for full insights
Small screen for watching video at a distance

Google Nest Hub prices at every store

ArborNew
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$49.99Checked 9 h ago
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mercari.comPre-owned
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$60.00Checked 9 h ago
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StaplesNew
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$94.99Free shippingChecked 9 h ago
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Back MarketRefurbished
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$104.00Checked 9 h ago
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$135.95Checked 9 h ago
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Google Nest Hub price history

Lowest price we've seen: $49.99 on Nov 10 at Arbor. Tracked across 5 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

4.5 / 54,600 ratings

Owners rate it highly as a bedside and kitchen assistant, praising the display, voice control and camera-free sleep tracking. Common complaints are the average speaker and the subscription needed for detailed sleep reports.

What people mention

Sound qualityCriticisedOwners say the single speaker is fine for podcasts and alarms but weak for music.
Sleep sensingPraisedReviewers like that it tracks sleep with radar, no camera and nothing to wear.
AssistantPraisedUsers find Google Assistant fast and accurate for timers, questions and smart home commands.
DisplayPraisedThe 7-inch screen is called clear and well sized for a bedside or counter.
SubscriptionMixedSome owners feel the paid plan is needed to get the most from sleep tracking.

Specifications

Outdoor: No
Bluetooth: Yes
Connectivity Technology: Wireless
Ports And Interfaces: IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac
Wi-Fi: Yes
Assistant Support: Google Assistant
Smart Functions: Voice control

Questions and answers

Does the Nest Hub have a camera?: No. It has no camera, which is why it is often chosen for bedrooms and bathrooms. Video calls are not possible on it.
How does sleep sensing work?: Soli radar detects motion and breathing near the bed without contact. Basic sleep summaries appear on the display; detailed insights need the Fitbit Premium subscription.
Can it control smart home devices?: Yes. It works with Google Home-compatible lights, thermostats, plugs and cameras by voice or touch. It also works as a small smart home hub for Matter and Thread devices.
Is it good for music?: It is adequate for background listening, podcasts and alarms. For room-filling music, a larger speaker or a paired audio setup is better.
What is in the box?: The Nest Hub, a power adapter and a quick start guide. No remote is included; you control it by voice and touch.
How is it different from the Nest Hub Max?: The Max has a larger 10-inch screen, a camera for video calls and stronger sound. The standard Hub is smaller, cheaper and camera-free, which suits a bedside.
Where is the Google Nest Hub cheapest?: At Arbor, for $49.99, 63% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Google Nest Hub?: Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 4,600 ratings.
Where can I buy the Google Nest Hub?: 7 stores we checked sell it, including Staples, Arbor, mercari.com, Back Market, Brands For Less USA.