# Google Assistant Go

> Your personal Google is ready to help. Ask it questions, tell it to do things.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.google.android.apps.assistant](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.google.android.apps.assistant)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.google.android.apps.assistant`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Google LLC
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 2,431,535,742
- **Rating:** 4.24 / 5 (505,585 ratings)
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-07
- **First published:** 2018-01-30
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.assistant)
- **Website:** [https://assistant.google.com/](https://assistant.google.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.google.com/policies/privacy](http://www.google.com/policies/privacy)

## Description

Google Assistant Go is a lightweight and fast voice assistant designed specifically for Android Go edition devices. It offers key features like making quick calls, sending text messages, playing music, getting directions, checking weather, previewing your schedule, and answering questions using simple voice commands.

Optimized for speed and efficiency, Google Assistant Go lets you get things done hands-free and on the go, even with lower-end devices. Access it easily by tapping the app icon or long-pressing your home button. While some advanced features from the full Google Assistant are not supported yet, this streamlined version supports all essential tasks in English for Android Go users.

## Rankings

- #75 — Overall
- #2 — assistant
- #8 — button for google
- #11 — google search

## Review summary

User reviews for Google Assistant Go are broadly positive. Many describe the app as very good or great and report a good overall experience. The assistant is seen as useful for a wide audience. A recurring theme is the desire for updates and improvements. Some users report issues with understanding or speed, and a few express frustration about not being able to call or find numbers, or call it 'nonsense' or 'worst.' Overall, sentiment is favorable but with requests for better accuracy, speed, and accessibility.

### Pros

- Overall good quality and performance (descriptions like very good, great, and good).
- Useful and versatile assistant suitable for a broad audience.
- Positive user experiences and satisfaction across reviews (fantastic/good experience).
- App updates are welcomed and seen as improvements.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.google.android.apps.assistant)