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Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) — Spatial Audio · Siri · Matter hub
Apple

Apple HomePod (2nd Gen)

Spatial Audio · Siri · Matter hub

88
/ 100
From $299
VS
KEF LSX II wins by 4
KEF LSX II — Smart/Portable · $1399
KEF

KEF LSX II

Smart/Portable · $1399

92
/ 100
From $1,399
Specdex verdict

KEF LSX II takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) lands at 88 and KEF LSX II at 92. That puts KEF LSX II ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) if…

  • ✓Best mono speaker sound at this price
  • ✓Built-in Matter hub
  • ✓Adaptive room sensing

Pick KEF LSX II if…

  • ✓Easy multi-room with ecosystem
  • ✓App EQ on modern models
  • ✓USB-C/AUX input on some
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound

Tie

Compared on the sound sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

KEF LSX II

Compared on the features sub-score

KEF LSX II leads on features (90 vs 88).

Value for money

Apple HomePod (2nd Gen)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) more score per dollar ($299 vs $1,399).

Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) 88
vs
92 KEF LSX II

Score breakdown

Apple HomePod (2nd Gen)
88
sound 92
features 88
ease 96
value 84
design 0
ecosystem 0
KEF LSX II
92
sound 92
features 90
ease 0
value 0
design 88
ecosystem 84

Specs side-by-side

Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) versus KEF LSX II — full spec comparison
Spec Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) KEF LSX II
Drivers
4″ woofer + 5 tweeters
—
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6, BT 5.0, Thread, Matter
—
Voice
Siri
—
Spatial
Dolby Atmos Music
—
Trueplay tuning
Auto room-sensing
—
Weight
2.3 kg
—

Apple HomePod (2nd Gen)

Pros
  • +Best mono speaker sound at this price
  • +Built-in Matter hub
  • +Adaptive room sensing
Cons
  • −Apple ecosystem only
  • −No 3.5mm input
  • −No Spotify Connect (still 2025!)

KEF LSX II

Pros
  • +Easy multi-room with ecosystem
  • +App EQ on modern models
  • +USB-C/AUX input on some
Cons
  • −Brand ecosystem lock-in
  • −Subscription features on some
  • −Bass limits at lower sizes

FAQ: Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) vs KEF LSX II

Which is better, Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) or KEF LSX II? +

KEF LSX II scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) worth the price? +

At $299, Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in ease.

Is KEF LSX II worth the price? +

At $1,399, KEF LSX II delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.

Does Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) or KEF LSX II last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for features, Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) or KEF LSX II? +

KEF LSX II — leads on features (90 vs 88). Compared on the features sub-score.

Which is the better value, Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) or KEF LSX II? +

Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) — more score per dollar ($299 vs $1,399). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.