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Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) vs Home Assistant Voice

Full Voice Assistants comparison in 2026

Updated August 2026
Data from Amazon and official Google and Nabu Casa sites.
2026 verdict
Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) has the better all-around case than Home Assistant Voice in 2026, starting with connectivity, integrations, and hub. Its strongest advantages show up in connectivity, integrations, and hub, with screen and sensors helping widen the gap. Home Assistant Voice is still relevant if you care most about price, but Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) is the stronger recommendation overall. That is why Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) wins the verdict here.
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FeatureGoogle Nest Hub (2nd Gen)Home Assistant VoiceWinner
Price$189.99$59.00Home Assistant Voice
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth2.4 GHz WiFi, BluetoothGoogle Nest Hub (2nd Gen)
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Home AssistantHome AssistantGoogle Nest Hub (2nd Gen)
HubThread Border Router, Matter BridgeNoneGoogle Nest Hub (2nd Gen)
ScreenYESNOGoogle Nest Hub (2nd Gen)
SensorsMotion, Ambient LightNoneGoogle Nest Hub (2nd Gen)
AlertsGlass breaking, Smoke/CO alarmNoneGoogle Nest Hub (2nd Gen)
Voice MatchYESNOGoogle Nest Hub (2nd Gen)

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) or Home Assistant Voice?

Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for connectivity, integrations, and hub.

What is the biggest difference between Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) and Home Assistant Voice?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) lists $189.99, while Home Assistant Voice lists $59.00.

Which one looks better on price?

Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) is listed at $189.99, while Home Assistant Voice is listed at $59.00. Home Assistant Voice (better spec).

Who should buy Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)?

Choose Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) if your priority is connectivity and integrations and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Home Assistant Voice?

Choose Home Assistant Voice if your priority is price and that matters more than connectivity.

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