The Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)

Smart Kitchen, Smarter Life

Your kitchen is more than just a place to cook—it’s the hub of your home. The Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) is designed to make it smarter, more efficient, and more enjoyable.

Whether you're elbows-deep in a new recipe or rushing to prep dinner before the kids get home, the Nest Hub keeps you on track without you needing to touch a thing. From timers to step-by-step video instructions to hands-free measurement conversions, it’s like having a kitchen assistant that never needs a break.

And because it runs on Google Assistant, it easily connects with your grocery lists, calendar, smart appliances, and even your Spotify playlist—making the everyday feel seamless.

Why People Use It in the Kitchen

• Hands-Free Cooking Help
  Say goodbye to messy phone screens. Just ask Google, “How do I cook salmon in the oven?” and you’ll get clear, visual, step-by-step instructions—often with video—right on the 7" touchscreen.

• Multiple Timers for Real-Life Cooking
  Boiling pasta, roasting vegetables, and baking cookies? Nest Hub handles multiple timers without any stress. Just ask, and it keeps track.

• Grocery Lists and Meal Planning
  Add items to your shopping list while your hands are covered in flour. Ask what’s on your list. Check what’s in your Google Calendar for dinner night. It’s all voice-controlled.

• Entertainment While You Cook
  Watch YouTube recipe channels, stream podcasts, or play your favorite playlist without touching a single button.

• Control Your Smart Kitchen
  Connect it to smart plugs, lights, or compatible kitchen gadgets like a smart kettle or coffee maker. Just say, “Hey Google, turn on the kettle,” and you’re in business.

Beyond the Kitchen: What Else It Can Do

While it shines in the kitchen, the Nest Hub is also a central smart home hub. Use it to:

• View and control smart devices (lights, thermostats, locks)

• Set routines for morning or bedtime

• View photo slideshows from Google Photos

• Track your sleep (if placed in the bedroom)

• Manage calendars, weather, commute updates, and more

Price Point

At around $89.99, the Google Nest Hub is one of the more affordable smart displays on the market—especially when you consider that it functions as a kitchen assistant, home controller, alarm clock, photo frame, and entertainment center all in one. It’s a high-functioning device at a very accessible price.

Echo Show vs. Google Nest Hub in the Kitchen

If you’re comparing to the Amazon Echo Show, here’s what stands out:

• No Camera = More Privacy: Google Nest Hub doesn’t have a camera, so it's more privacy-friendly in shared spaces like kitchens or bedrooms.

• Better Integration with Google Services: If you use Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Shopping List, or YouTube, the Nest Hub makes it easier to stay organized.

• Sleep Tracking Bonus: While this feature is more relevant for bedroom use, it's still a unique extra the Echo doesn’t offer.

• Price Advantage: The Nest Hub usually costs less than comparable Echo Show models, while still offering a similar level of functionality for kitchen and home use.

That said, the Echo Show is stronger for video calls or if you're deep into the Alexa ecosystem.

Final Thoughts

If your kitchen is the heart of your home—and your hands are often full—the Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) will feel like a quiet revolution. It removes small frictions that add up: looking up recipes, setting timers, converting cups to grams, or figuring out what’s next on your to-do list. It works best for people who already rely on Google tools, but even if you don’t, it’s easy to get started.

This isn’t just a speaker or a display—it’s a helping hand that works across your kitchen and your life.

Want to make your kitchen smarter without overcomplicating things?
Check out the Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) and experience what hands-free help really feels like.