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Google

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)

Hub

83
/ 100
From $99
VS
Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) wins by 1
Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black) — 2023
Shark

Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black)

2023

82
/ 100
From $600
Specdex verdict

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) lands at 83 and Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black) at 82. That puts Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) if…

  • ✓Matter support (modern)
  • ✓Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
  • ✓Automations

Pick Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black) if…

  • ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
  • ✓App-based setup
  • ✓Works with major voice assistants
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Winner by scenario

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

Ease of use

Tie

Compared on the ease of use sub-score

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

Ecosystem

Tie

Compared on the ecosystem sub-score

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

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

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

Value for money

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) more score per dollar ($99 vs $600).

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) 83
vs
82 Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black)

Score breakdown

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)
83
ecosystem 83
local 70
ease 84
features 81
Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black)
82
ecosystem 82
local 70
ease 84
features 80

Specs side-by-side

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) versus Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black) — full spec comparison
Spec Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black)
Release year
—
2023
Color
—
Black

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)

Pros
  • +Matter support (modern)
  • +Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
  • +Automations
Cons
  • −App quality varies
  • −Cloud dependency on some
  • −Ecosystem lock-in

Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black)

Pros
  • +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
  • +App-based setup
  • +Works with major voice assistants
Cons
  • −Subscription sometimes required
  • −Cloud dependency on many
  • −Ecosystem lock-in

FAQ: Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) vs Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black)

Which is better, Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) or Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black)? +

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) scores 83 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) worth the price? +

At $99, Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) delivers a Specdex score of 83 — strongest in ease.

Is Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black) worth the price? +

At $600, Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ease.

Does Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) or Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black) 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 the better value, Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) or Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (Black)? +

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) — more score per dollar ($99 vs $600). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.