Apple HomePod (2nd generation) vs Apple HomeView

The short verdict

HomePod (2nd generation) is scored, the other is pending

We haven’t scored the HomeView yet. Compare the measured differences and prices below.

HomePod (2nd generation)

8.3

HomeView

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Choose the HomePod (2nd generation) if

iPhone and Apple TV owners who want premium sound.

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Choose the HomeView if

Lighter in the hand (952 vs 2,300 g)

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At a glance

Key differences

Measured differences only. Ties and tiny gaps are left out.

Why pick theHomePod (2nd generation)0 wins

No measured advantages in our spec data. Check the full specs below.

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Why pick theHomeView1 win

−1,348 gLighter in the hand952 vs 2,300 g

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Full specs

Side-by-side specifications

Display1 difference

Screen size

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Design3 differences

Weight

2300 g

952 g

Colors

Midnight, White

Silver · Starlight · Rose Pink

Dimensions

168 mm H × 142 mm W

14.55 cm x 13.67-17.32 cm x 9.60-13.02 cm (axis labels not given in spec text)

Connectivity1 difference

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO · Bluetooth 6.0 · Thread

General1 difference

Released

2023

2026-11-13

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HomePod (2nd generation) vs HomeView

HomePod (2nd generation) is scored, the other is pending

Key differences

Side-by-side specifications

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