The Google Nest and Home Speakers line on Speaker Ranking spans 2 generations and 3 models, from the Google Nest Mini 2nd Gen and Google Nest Audio to the Google Home Speaker. Ratings run from 2.9/5 to 3.3/5. Only one of them is still sold.
Each column below is one generation, oldest on the left. Each row follows one model into the model that replaced it; a long arrow means a model skipped a generation. Ratings are out of 5, and an estimated rating comes from measured models in the same family.
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Generation by generation
Nest Mini 2nd Gen to Home Speaker
The Google Home Speaker replaced the Google Nest Mini 2nd Gen. It rates higher, 3.0/5 against 2.9/5.
| Spec | Nest Mini 2nd Gen | Home Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 40mm driver | 58mm full-range driver |
| Weight | 0.4 lbs (181 g) | 0.9 lbs (396 g) |
Full Nest Mini 2nd Gen vs Home Speaker comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
How many generations of the Google Nest and Home Speakers are there?
Speaker Ranking covers 2 generations of the Google Nest and Home Speakers, from the Google Nest Mini 2nd Gen and Google Nest Audio to the Google Home Speaker.
What replaced the Google Nest Mini 2nd Gen?
The Google Home Speaker replaced the Google Nest Mini 2nd Gen. It is rated 3.0/5, against 2.9/5 for the Google Nest Mini 2nd Gen.