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Control Google Nest Thermostat with Alexa using Node-RED

The Google Nest Thermostat is a WiFi-connected smart thermostat with energy-saving features and learning capabilities. It uses the Google Smart Device Management (SDM) API for third-party integrations and supports heating, cooling, and fan control.

Device Overview

Google Nest Thermostat

The Google Nest Thermostat is a WiFi-connected smart thermostat with energy-saving features and learning capabilities. It uses the Google Smart Device Management (SDM) API for third-party integrations and supports heating, cooling, and fan control.

Manufacturer: Google
Category: Thermostat
Protocols: WiFi

Node-RED Integration

Recommended protocol: WiFi via Google SDM API over WiFi

node-red-contrib-google-smarthome

Hard

Integrates with Google Smart Home ecosystem. Requires Google Cloud project setup and OAuth2 authentication.

npm i node-red-contrib-google-smarthome

HTTP request node (built-in)

Hard

Use the Google SDM API directly for thermostat control. Requires OAuth2 tokens and a Google Cloud project.

Alexa Voice Commands

This device appears as a Thermostat in Alexa.

  • Alexa, set [device name] to 72 degrees
  • Alexa, increase the temperature
  • Alexa, decrease the temperature
  • Alexa, what is the temperature at [device name]?

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Quick Info

Manufacturer
Google
Category
thermostat
Protocols
WiFi
Alexa Device Type
Thermostat

Voice Command Reference

All Thermostat voice commands →

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