Google
Google Nest Audio
Smart/Portable · $99
78
/ 100
From $99
VS
KEF LSX II wins by 14
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, Google Nest Audio lands at 78 and KEF LSX II at 92. That puts KEF LSX II ahead by 14 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Google Nest Audio if…
- ✓Easy multi-room with ecosystem
- ✓App EQ on modern models
- ✓USB-C/AUX input on some
Pick KEF LSX II if…
- ✓Easy multi-room with ecosystem
- ✓App EQ on modern models
- ✓USB-C/AUX input on some
Google Nest Audio 78
vs 92 KEF LSX II
Score breakdown
Google Nest Audio
78 sound 78
features 76
design 88
ecosystem 84
KEF LSX II
92 sound 92
features 90
design 88
ecosystem 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Google Nest Audio | KEF LSX II |
|---|
Google Nest Audio
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
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: Google Nest Audio vs KEF LSX II
Which is better, Google Nest Audio or KEF LSX II? +
KEF LSX II scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 14. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Google Nest Audio worth the price? +
At $99, Google Nest Audio delivers a Specdex score of 78 — strongest in design.
Is KEF LSX II worth the price? +
At $1,399, KEF LSX II delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.
Does Google Nest Audio 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.