Supported device types

Air Purifier

AirPurifierDevice

A device that is designed to clean the air in a room.

Air Quality Sensor

AirQualitySensorDevice

A device that is able to monitor and measure various parameters related to ambient air quality in indoor and outdoor environments.

Contact Sensor

ContactSensorDevice

A device that detects whether an object, such as a door or window, is opened or closed.

Flow Sensor

FlowSensorDevice

A device that measures and reports the flow rate of a fluid.

Humidity Sensor

HumiditySensorDevice

A device that reports humidity measurements.

Light Sensor

LightSensorDevice

A measurement and sensing device that is capable of measuring and reporting the intensity of light (illuminance) to which the sensor is being subjected.

Occupancy Sensor

OccupancySensorDevice

A measurement and sensing device that is capable of measuring and reporting the occupancy state in a designated area.

On/Off Sensor

OnOffSensorDevice

A measurement and sensing device that, when bound to a lighting device, is capable of being used to switch the device on or off.

Pressure Sensor

PressureSensorDevice

A device that measures and reports the pressure of a fluid.

Rain Sensor

RainSensorDevice

A device that reports the presence of rain.

Temperature Sensor

TemperatureSensorDevice

A device that reports measurements of temperature.

Water Freeze Detector

WaterFreezeDetectorDevice

A device that reports the potential of water freezing.

Water Leak Detector

WaterLeakDetectorDevice

A device that reports the presence of a water leak.

Basic Video Player

BasicVideoPlayerDevice

A device that is able to play media to a physical output or to a display screen which is part of the device. It has basic controls for playback (such as play or pause) and keypad input (up, down, number input).

Casting Video Player

CastingVideoPlayerDevice

A device that is able to play media to a physical output or to a display screen which is part of the device, and is able to launch content. It has basic controls for playback (such as play or pause) and keypad input (up, down, number input).

TV

GoogleTVDevice

A device that combines a tuner, display, and loudspeakers for the purpose of viewing and hearing media.

Casting Video Client

CastingVideoClientDevice

A device that is able to launch content on a remote device, for example, a smart speaker or a content provider's phone app.

Streaming Stick

GoogleStreamingStickDevice

A device having a small stick-like form factor, usually powered by a USB or HDMI cable, that is connected to a display such as a TV and is used to access digital streaming services for media and music.

Color Dimmer Switch

ColorDimmerSwitchDevice

A device that is able to control a lighting device by adjusting its color temperature and intensity.

Dimmer Switch

DimmerSwitchDevice

A device that is capable of switching a device on or off and controlling the intensity of the light.

Generic Switch

GenericSwitchDevice

A device that is capable of being switched on or off, either by latching (such as a rocker) or by momentary (such as a push button).

Color Temperature Light

ColorTemperatureLightDevice

A lighting device that is capable of being switched on or off, the intensity of its light adjusted, and its color temperature adjusted.

Dimmable Light

DimmableLightDevice

A lighting device that is capable of being switched on or off, the intensity of its light adjusted, and being switched by means of a bound occupancy sensor.

Extended Color Light

ExtendedColorLightDevice

A lighting device that is capable of being switched on or off, the intensity of its light adjusted, its color temperature adjusted, and being switched by means of a bound occupancy sensor.

On/Off Light

OnOffLightDevice

A lighting device that is capable of being switched on or off.

Cook Surface

CookSurfaceDevice

A device that represents a heating object on a cooking or other similar device.

Cooktop

CooktopDevice

A device that represents a cooking surface with one or more heating elements.

Dimmable Plug-In Unit

DimmablePlugInUnitDevice

A device that is capable of being switched on or off and have its level adjusted by means of a bound controller device such as a Dimmer Switch or a Color Dimmer Switch.

On/Off Plug-in Unit

OnOffPluginUnitDevice

A device that is capable of being switched on or off by means of a bound controller device such as an On/Off Light Switch or a Dimmer Switch.

Dishwasher

DishwasherDevice

A device that washes dishes, cutlery, and other items associated with food preparation and consumption.

Door Lock

DoorLockDevice

A device that is capable of controlling a door lock.

Energy Evse

EnergyEvseDevice

A device that is capable of charging an electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle.

Charger

GoogleChargerDevice

A device that charges electrical storage batteries. Interactions with chargers may include starting and stopping charging, and checking the current charge level, capacity remaining, and capacity until full values.

Extractor Hood

ExtractorHoodDevice

A device that that is generally installed above a stove or cooktop to reduce odors and smoke by extracting the air.

Fan

FanDevice

A device that features a fan and supports multiple modes and variable speed.

Air Cooler

GoogleAirCoolerDevice

A device that allows temperature cooling and humidity control. These devices are typically more lightweight and portable than air conditioners, and have a water tank attached. Air coolers may not support heating or setting exact temperatures. Interactions with air coolers may include changing the fan speed and humidity setting.

Audio Video Receiver

GoogleAudioVideoReceiverDevice

A device that takes audio input (for example, HDMI, optical, and RCA) and outputs sound to one or more speakers.

Auto

GoogleAutoDevice

Bathtub

GoogleBathtubDevice

A device that can be filled and drained, possibly to particular levels if the bathtub supports it.

Blender

GoogleBlenderDevice

A kitchen appliance device used to stir, chop, or mix food. Interactions with blenders may include starting and stopping, setting a timer, setting cooking modes or food presets, or adjusting other various settings.

Boiler

GoogleBoilerDevice

A device consisting of a closed vessel and heat source, in which steam or other vapor is generated from water to supply heat. Boilers can be turned on and off, and may support adjusting temperature.

Closet

GoogleClosetDevice

A device consisting of a small enclosed area that is used for storing items. Closets can be opened and closed, potentially in more than one direction.

Coffee Maker

GoogleCoffeeMakerDevice

A kitchen applicance device that makes coffee. Interactions with coffee makers may include turning them on and off, adjusting cooking modes and food presets, adjusting the target temperature, and adjusting various non-cooking mode settings.

Control Panel

GoogleControlPanelDevice

A device that is capable of configuring and controlling other devices.

Dehydrator

GoogleDehydratorDevice

A kitchen appliance device that is used to dehydrate foods such as fruit and vegetables. Interactions with dehydrators may include starting and stopping, setting a timer, adjusting cooking modes or food presets, or adjusting other various settings.

Door

GoogleDoorDevice

A device actuated by a button outside a door that makes an audible and/or visual signal, used to request the attention of a person who is somewhere on the other side of the door. This device may be capable of sending notifications and/or streaming video.

Doorbell

GoogleDoorbellDevice

A device actuated by a button outside a door that makes an audible and/or visual signal, used to request the attention of a person who is somewhere on the other side of the door. This device may be capable of sending notifications and/or streaming video.

Drawer

GoogleDrawerDevice

A device consisting of a sliding, lidless, horizontal compartment that may be drawn out from a piece of furniture or a wall in order to gain access to it. Drawers can be opened and closed, potentially in more than one direction.

Faucet

GoogleFaucetDevice

A device that controls the flow of liquid. Faucets can dispense liquids in various quantities and presets. Faucets may have various modes and each mode has its own related settings. These are specific to the faucet and are interpreted in a generalized form.

Freezer

GoogleFreezerDevice

A temperature-managing device which may be adjusted to various mode settings, and may allow temperature monitoring.

Fryer

GoogleFryerDevice

A kitchen appliance device that cooks food by frying it. Interactions with fryers may include starting and stopping, setting a timer, adjusting cooking modes or food presets, or adjusting other various settings.

Game Console

GoogleGameConsoleDevice

A device used to manage and play video games. Interactions with game consoles include playing games and operating device controls.

Garage

GoogleGarageDevice

A device consisting of a solid, movable barrier that controls access to a garage. Garage doors can open, close, and detect an open state. They can also indicate if an object has obstructed the path of the door while closing or if the door is locked and therefore cannot be controlled.

Gate

GoogleGateDevice

A device consisting of a solid, movable barrier that controls access to an outside area through a fence or wall. Gates can be opened and closed, potentially in more than on direction.

Grill

GoogleGrillDevice

A device that is used to cook food on a grate by applying direct heat from below. Interactions with grills may include turning them on and off, starting and stopping, setting a timer, adjusting cooking modes and food presets, and adjusting various non-cooking mode settings.

Kettle

GoogleKettleDevice

A device that boils water for use in hot beverages such as tea. Interactions with kettles may include turning them on and off, adjusting the target temperature, and perhaps adjusting various mode settings.

Mop

GoogleMopDevice

A device that is used to clean floors by dampening and scrubbing them.

Mower

GoogleMowerDevice

A device used to trim a lawn to a uniform height. Interactions with mowers may include starting, stopping and pausing mowing, docking, checking the current cycle, locating the mower, and adjusting various modes.

Multicooker

GoogleMulticookerDevice

A device used to cook food using various methods including slow cooking, sauteing, steaming, or pressure cooking, typically while unattended. Interactions with multicookers may include starting and stopping, setting a timer, or and adjusting non-cooking modes.

Network

GoogleNetworkDevice

A device representing a group of router nodes or a mesh network controlled as a single entity rather than as individual devices. The network device may reboot, update its software, and have modes to handle Quality of Service (QoS) controls and parental restrictions. The device can perform operations such as enabling the guest network, and reporting network-specific information such as the current internet throughput rates.

Pergola

GooglePergolaDevice

A device consisting of an arbor formed of horizontal trelliswork supported on columns or posts that can be opened and closed, potentially in more than one direction. For example, some pergolas with a canvas may open either to the LEFT or RIGHT.

Pet Feeder

GooglePetFeederDevice

A device that automatically dispenses food to house pets such as cats and dogs. Interactions with pet feeders may include dispensing pet food or water in various quantities and presets.

Pressure Cooker

GooglePressureCookerDevice

A kitchen appliance device that cooks food quickly at a high temperature using steam under pressure. Interactions with pressure cookers may include starting and stopping, setting a timer, adjusting cooking modes or food presets, or adjusting other various settings.

Router

GoogleRouterDevice

A network device that controls network traffic between two or more different networks. Routers can reboot, update their software, have modes to handle Quality of Service (QoS) controls and parental restrictions, and perform network specific operations (such as enabling the guest network and reporting network specific information such as the current internet throughput rates).

Security System

GoogleSecuritySystemDevice

A device that monitors one or more sensors in a building and can raise an alert if a sensor detects unexpected activity. Security systems can be armed and disarmed. They can be armed at multiple security levels (for example, Home and Away) and they can report information about certain sensors, such as a sensor that detects motion or an open window.

Set Top Box

GoogleSetTopBoxDevice

A device connected to a TV that is used to access digital video channels. Interactions with Multichannel Video Programming Distributor (MVPD) and set-top-box devices may include controlling media playback.

Shower

GoogleShowerDevice

A device consisting of an area where water is sprayed on the body for the purpse of washing. Showers can be turned on and off and may support adjusting temperature.

Soundbar

GoogleSoundbarDevice

An all-in-one audio device that is often used in conjunction with a TV and has a bar form factor.

Sous Vide

GoogleSousVideDevice

A kitchen appliance device used to cook foods in a vacuum at comparatively low temperatures. Interactions with sous vides may include starting and stopping, setting a timer, adjusting cooking modes or food presets, or adjusting other various settings.

Sprinkler

GoogleSprinklerDevice

A device used to distribute water evenly across an area such as a garden. Sprinklers can start and stop (or turn on and off). They may also support timers and/or schedules.

Standmixer

GoogleStandmixerDevice

A kitchen appliance device used to blend dry and liquid ingredients to make batter or dough. Interactions with stand mixers may include turning mixers on and off, starting and stopping the mixer, adjusting cooking modes or food presets, or adjusting various non-cooking mode settings.

Streaming Box

GoogleStreamingBoxDevice

A device connected to a TV that is used to access digital streaming services for media and music, often used in conjunction with a display such as a TV.

Streaming Soundbar

GoogleStreamingSoundbarDevice

A device consisting of a combination of speaker and streaming stick or box that provides a streaming experience in addition to soundbar capabilities.

Water Purifier

GoogleWaterPurifierDevice

A device that filters and purifies water.

Water Softener

GoogleWaterSoftenerDevice

A device that removes minerals from water.

Window

GoogleWindowDevice

A transparent device that allows light into a structure. Windows can be opened and closed, optionally with sections that open in different directions, and may also be locked and unlocked.

Yogurtmaker

GoogleYogurtmakerDevice

A kitchen appliance device that makes yogurt. Interactions with yogurt makers may include starting and stopping, setting a timer, adjusting cooking modes or food presets, or adjusting other various settings.

Laundry Dryer

LaundryDryerDevice

A device capable of drying laundry items.

Laundry Washer

LaundryWasherDevice

A device capable of laundering consumer items.

Microwave Oven

MicrowaveOvenDevice

A device that uses microwaves to heat food and beverages.

Oven

OvenDevice

A device that contains one or more cabinets, and optionally a cooktop, and is capable of heating food.

Pump

PumpDevice

A device that is capable of configuring and controlling a pump.

Pump Controller

PumpControllerDevice

A device that is capable of configuring and controlling a pump.

Refrigerator

RefrigeratorDevice

A device containing one or more cabinets capable of chilling or freezing food.

Robotic Vacuum Cleaner

RoboticVacuumCleanerDevice

A device that autonomously cleans floors and carpets by vacuuming dirt and debris.

Room Air Conditioner

RoomAirConditionerDevice

A device with the primary function of controlling the air temperature in a single room.

Speaker

SpeakerDevice

An audio or video device is capable of having its volume controlled and can be muted or unmuted.

Thermostat

ThermostatDevice

A device that is capable of having either built-in or separate sensors for temperature, humidity or occupancy, and allows the desired temperature to be set. A Thermostat is capable of sending heating and/or cooling requirement notifications to a heating/cooling unit (for example, an indoor air handler) or is capable of including a mechanism to control a heating or cooling unit directly.

Video Remote Control

VideoRemoteControlDevice

A device that can control a video player, for example, a traditional universal remote control.

Water Valve

WaterValveDevice

A device that is capable of configuring and controlling the flow of water.

Window Covering

WindowCoveringDevice

A device that is capable of controlling an automatic window covering.