Add Nest Thermostat to Alexa and Control It Remotely (2026)!

I’ll show you how to connect your Google Nest Thermostat to Alexa so you can control your home’s temperature with just your voice! (Updated in 2026) Get it here: https://amzn.to/4bJcpDP (Amazon Affiliate Link) Whether you have the Nest Learning Thermostat, Nest Thermostat E, or the newest 4th Gen model, this step-by-step tutorial covers the entire setup process. Connecting these two smart home giants can be tricky, but I’ve simplified it into a few easy steps. We’ll go through enabling the Google Nest Skill, linking your accounts, and even a quick fix if your device isn't being discovered. 🕒 Chapters: 0:00 – Intro: Why Link Nest to Alexa? 0:19 – Controlling Nest via Alexa App vs. Voice 0:42 – Pre-setup: Ensuring your Nest is on the Nest App 1:12 – Navigating the Alexa App for the Skill Store 1:45 – Enabling & Linking the Google Nest Skill 2:16 – Discovering Devices & Confirming Setup 2:50 – Renaming your Thermostat for Voice Commands 3:10 – Voice Command Test ("Alexa, set temperature to...") 🚀 Key Steps Covered: Migrate to Google: Ensure your Nest account is migrated to a Google Account—this is required for the Alexa skill to work. Enable the Skill: Open the Alexa App, go to Skills & Games, and search for "Google Nest." Account Linking: Follow the prompts to sign in with your Google account and grant permissions. Device Discovery: Let Alexa scan for your thermostat so it appears in your "Devices" tab. 💡 Pro Tip: If Alexa says "Server is unresponsive," try disabling and re-enabling the Google Nest skill. This usually refreshes the connection and fixes most sync issues! If this video helped you, please give it a 👍 THUMBS UP and SUBSCRIBE for more smart home tips!