Apple
HomePod (2nd gen)
Smart/Portable · $299
85
/ 100
From $299
VS
KEF LSX II wins by 7
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, HomePod (2nd gen) lands at 85 and KEF LSX II at 92. That puts KEF LSX II ahead by 7 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick HomePod (2nd gen) 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
HomePod (2nd gen) 85
vs 92 KEF LSX II
Score breakdown
HomePod (2nd gen)
85 sound 85
features 83
design 88
ecosystem 84
KEF LSX II
92 sound 92
features 90
design 88
ecosystem 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | HomePod (2nd gen) | KEF LSX II |
|---|
HomePod (2nd gen)
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: HomePod (2nd gen) vs KEF LSX II
Which is better, HomePod (2nd gen) or KEF LSX II? +
KEF LSX II scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 7. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is HomePod (2nd gen) worth the price? +
At $299, HomePod (2nd gen) delivers a Specdex score of 85 — 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 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.