Amazon Echo Hub vs Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)

Updated April 2026

Data from Amazon and official Google site.

2026 verdict

In 2026, Amazon Echo Hub is the better overall pick. The main reason it wins is connectivity, hub, and screen size, and its broader overall balance strengthens that case. Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) remains a niche alternative if price and rating matters more than the rest of the comparison. For most setups, Amazon Echo Hub is the smarter buy.

Winner

Amazon

Amazon Echo Hub

$179.99

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Google

Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)

$150.00

BUY NOW

Feature	Amazon Echo Hub	Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)	Winner
Price	$179.99	$150.00	Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)
Rating	4.0	4.2	Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)
Connectivity	2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth, Ethernet	2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth	Amazon Echo Hub
Hub	Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge	Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge	Amazon Echo Hub
Screen Size	8"	7"	Amazon Echo Hub
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Integrations	Alexa, Home Assistant	Google Home, Home Assistant	Tie
Voice Assistant	Amazon Alexa	Google Assistant	Tie
Camera	NO	NO	Tie
Sensors	Motion, Ambient Light	Motion, Ambient Light	Tie

Winner

Amazon

Amazon Echo Hub

$179.99

BUY NOW

+ Connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
+ Hub: Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge
+ Screen Size: 8"
- Price: $179.99 vs $150.00
- Rating: 4.0 vs 4.2

Google

Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)

$150.00

BUY NOW

+ Price: $150.00
+ Rating: 4.2
- Connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth vs 2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
- Hub: Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge vs Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Amazon Echo Hub or Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)?: Amazon Echo Hub has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for connectivity, hub, and screen size.
What is the biggest difference between Amazon Echo Hub and Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)?: Price is one of the clearest differences: Amazon Echo Hub lists $179.99, while Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) lists $150.00.
Which one looks better on price?: Amazon Echo Hub is listed at $179.99, while Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) is listed at $150.00. Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) (better spec).
Who should buy Amazon Echo Hub?: Choose Amazon Echo Hub if your priority is connectivity and hub and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)?: Choose Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than connectivity.