How To Connect Wemo To Google Home

Prerequisites

Before you can connect your Wemo devices to Google Home, there are a few things you need to ensure:

A Google Home device: You will need a Google Home device, such as Google Home Mini, Google Nest Hub, or Google Home Max, to control your Wemo devices.
A Wi-Fi network: Make sure your Google Home device and your Wemo devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
A Wemo account: Create a Wemo account if you haven’t already. This will allow you to access and control your Wemo devices remotely.
The Wemo app: Download and install the Wemo app on your mobile device. This app will be used to set up and manage your Wemo devices.
The Google Home app: Install the Google Home app on your mobile device. This app will be used to connect and control your Wemo devices with Google Home.

Once you have all the prerequisites in place, you are ready to connect your Wemo devices to Google Home. Make sure to follow the step-by-step instructions provided in the subsequent sections to ensure a successful integration.

Step 1: Enable the Wemo Skill

The first step to connect your Wemo devices to Google Home is to enable the Wemo Skill. Here’s how you can do it:

Open the Google Home app on your mobile device and tap on the menu icon in the top left corner of the screen.
Select “More settings” from the menu.
Scroll down and tap on “Services”.
Under “Works with Google”, tap on “Wemo”.
Tap on “Link Account” and sign in with your Wemo account credentials.
Once signed in, you’ll see a list of connected devices. Tap on “Got it!” to proceed.

By enabling the Wemo Skill, you are allowing Google Home to access and control your Wemo devices. This integration will enable you to use voice commands with Google Assistant to control your Wemo devices with ease.

Once you have successfully enabled the Wemo Skill, you can move on to the next step to connect your Wemo devices to Google Home. Keep reading to find out how!

Step 2: Connect Wemo to Google Home

Now that you have enabled the Wemo Skill, it’s time to connect your Wemo devices to Google Home. Follow these steps:

Open the Google Home app on your mobile device.
Tap on the “+” icon at the top left corner of the screen to add a new device.
Select “Set up device” and choose “Have something already set up?”.
Look for “Wemo” in the list of compatible devices and tap on it.
Sign in with your Wemo account credentials if prompted.
The Google Home app will now start searching for your Wemo devices. Make sure your Wemo devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Google Home device.
Once your Wemo devices are found, they will be listed on the screen. Tap on each device that you want to connect to Google Home.
Assign a room for each Wemo device or choose an existing room from the list.
Tap on “Next” and give each device a name that is easy to remember.
Tap on “Done” to complete the setup process.

By connecting your Wemo devices to Google Home, you are allowing Google Assistant to control these devices using voice commands. You can now move on to the next step and discover your Wemo devices using Google Assistant.

Step 3: Discover Wemo Devices

After connecting your Wemo devices to Google Home, the next step is to discover them using Google Assistant. Here’s how:

Open the Google Home app on your mobile device.
Tap on the “Devices” tab at the bottom of the screen.
Scroll through the list of devices and look for your Wemo devices. They should appear under the room they were assigned to during setup.
If you don’t see your Wemo devices listed, tap on the “+” icon at the bottom right corner of the screen.
Select “Set up device” and choose “Works with Google”.
Scroll down and tap on “Wemo”.
The Google Home app will now search for your Wemo devices. This process may take a few moments.
Once your Wemo devices are found, they will be listed on the screen. Tap on each device to assign it to a room and give it a name if necessary.
Tap on “Done” to complete the discovery process.

Once you have discovered your Wemo devices, you will be able to control them using Google Assistant. You can now proceed to the next step and organize your Wemo devices into rooms for easier management.

Step 4: Organize Wemo Devices into Rooms

Now that you have discovered your Wemo devices in the Google Home app, it’s time to organize them into rooms. This will make it easier to control and manage your devices. Follow these steps:

Open the Google Home app on your mobile device.
Tap on the “Devices” tab at the bottom of the screen.
Scroll through the list of devices and find your Wemo devices.
Tap on the device you want to assign to a room.
Tap on the settings icon (three vertical dots) in the top right corner of the screen.
Select “Room settings” from the menu.
Tap on “Assign a room” and choose an existing room from the list or create a new room.
Repeat steps 4-7 for each Wemo device you want to organize.
Once you have assigned all your Wemo devices to their respective rooms, tap on the back arrow in the top left corner of the screen to go back to the device list.

Organizing your Wemo devices into rooms will allow you to control multiple devices at once using room-level commands. For example, you can say “Hey Google, turn off the lights in the living room” to control all the Wemo devices in that room.

With your Wemo devices properly organized, you are now ready to move on to the final step and start controlling them with Google Assistant.

Step 5: Control Wemo Devices with Google Assistant

Now that your Wemo devices are connected to Google Home and organized into rooms, you can start controlling them using Google Assistant. Here’s how:

Invoke Google Assistant by saying “Hey Google” or “Ok Google”.
Issue a command to control your Wemo devices. For example:

“Hey Google, turn on the living room lights”
“Ok Google, set the bedroom thermostat to 22 degrees”
“Hey Google, dim the kitchen lights to 50 percent”

Google Assistant will send the command to your Wemo devices, and they will react accordingly.
You can also control multiple devices at once by issuing commands for entire rooms. For example:

“Ok Google, turn off all the lights”
“Hey Google, set the temperature to 25 degrees in the entire house”

Enjoy the convenience of controlling your Wemo devices using voice commands with Google Assistant!

With Google Assistant integration, you can easily manage your Wemo devices hands-free. Whether you want to turn on the lights, adjust the thermostat, or control other smart features, Google Assistant and Wemo work together seamlessly to make your connected home experience effortless and convenient.

Now that you know how to control your Wemo devices with Google Assistant, you can enjoy the convenience and simplicity of voice commands. Try it out and see how easy it is to interact with your smart home devices!

Additional Tips and Troubleshooting

While connecting and controlling your Wemo devices with Google Home is generally straightforward, you may encounter some issues or have questions along the way. Here are some additional tips and troubleshooting steps to help you:

Ensure a stable Wi-Fi connection: Make sure both your Google Home device and Wemo devices are connected to a stable Wi-Fi network. Unstable or weak Wi-Fi signals may cause connectivity issues.
Check for firmware updates: Periodically check for firmware updates for your Wemo devices. These updates may improve performance and compatibility with Google Home.
Try restarting your devices: If you experience any connectivity issues, try power cycling your Google Home device, Wemo devices, and your router.
Double-check settings and accounts: Ensure that you have correctly linked your Wemo account to the Google Home app and that you are signed in with the same account on both apps.
Use unique names for devices: Give each Wemo device a unique and easily recognizable name to avoid confusion when issuing voice commands.
Explore advanced features: Take advantage of advanced features offered by Wemo and Google Home, such as setting schedules, creating routines, or integrating with other smart home devices.
Contact customer support: If you’re still encountering issues or have specific questions, reach out to the customer support for Wemo or Google Home for assistance.

By following these tips and troubleshooting steps, you can overcome any potential challenges and enjoy a smooth and seamless integration of your Wemo devices with Google Home. Remember to stay up to date with any new features or updates released by Wemo and Google to make the most out of your smart home setup.