Customers express satisfaction with the Nest Audio's sound quality, ease of use, and bass response. Many also appreciate its compact size and the seamless integration with the Google Assistant. However, some users report issues with Bluetooth connectivity. A few customers also mention the lack of an auxiliary input as a drawback.
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Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
lovely sound and clean built
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I recently added the Google Nest Speaker to my apartment, and it has transformed my living space. The sleek design seamlessly fits into my decor, and the sound quality is phenomenal. Whether I'm playing music, listening to podcasts, or watching movies, the audio is clear and rich. The convenience of having Google Assistant at my beck and call is a game-changer. I can control lights, check the weather, and even set reminders effortlessly.
Setup was a breeze, and the speaker has become the central hub for my smart home devices. The compact size is perfect for my apartment, and the ability to connect multiple Nest speakers for a synchronized audio experience is a great bonus. In short, the Google Nest Speaker has elevated my apartment living to a whole new level of comfort and entertainment. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to upgrade their home audio and smart home capabilities.
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Google is finally realizing that one of the biggest reasons people buy a smart speaker is to be... a speaker. First generation Google Home was a great smart device and a mediocre speaker. Now with the Nest Audio we finally have an incredible Google Assistant device with an incredible speaker. I love the sound it produces. I love how loud it gets. I love the look of it. I love how sensitive the microphones are. I LOVE the price. I was on the fence about buying another Sonos One speaker, but I'm glad I waited because this is half the price, sounds just as good, and is a way better smart speaker. Also for some insane reason you still can't cast music to Sonos. Good riddance Sonos, hello Nest Audio.
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I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
GREAT SOUND AND LOOK!!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Google sure has upped there game on this one! The bass is excellent, so is the response time compared to my last Google home product. I don't even need to use other speakers for listening to music or anything like that because it's very submersive with the sound. Yay, I sure am glad I ordered this and I got a great price thank you!!
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The sleek design of this speaker complements any room. Its compact size makes it incredibly portable and easy to move. The sound quality is surprisingly robust for such a small device. It offers a seamless and intuitive user experience. Connecting to various devices is quick and effortless.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
We love it!
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The sound quality is good for its size, delivering clear highs and rich lows, perfect for casual listening or background music throughout the day. Whether it's playing my favourite playlist, setting a timer, or asking for the weather, the device responds quickly and accurately.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great upgrade from the previous version
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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I purchased this Nest Audio to replace an older version. I was happy with my older one, but I wanted a better speaker and microphone.
Music sounds way better than the original. The music cannot replace a high quality speaker, but it sounds good enough for listening to music while I cook. I was also pleased with the improvement to the microphone. The device can detect my commands from about 50 plus feet away with the noise from the kids and TV.
The only negative thing I can say about this Smart Speaker is that the power cord is over a foot shorter than the previous version.
I would recommend this smart speaker for anyone who wants a great smart device for their home. It works well and can control the TV, thermometer, robot vacuums and many other tech products I own.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing sound quality!
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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I picked up two of these up on sale to group with my Nest Mini and I am very pleased with how these things sound together. I have the best entry-level sound set up in my room and it didn’t cost me hundreds of dollars! Setting them up was pretty easy too! Overall, I would definitely recommend this product to people who enjoy listening to music/podcasts and who are dabbling in home automation. I just wish that these could be used as speakers for the Chromecast I connected to my TV just like my Chromebook.
Hi LuisP, thanks for sharing your review. We're happy to hear that you're enjoying your experience with Nest Audio. We appreciate your feedback on having them work with your Chromecast and know that we'll relay this to the right team for future improvements. If you need any technical assistance or have additional questions about your Nest Audio, please don't hesitate to contact us on our Google Help site. Our support specialists are always standing by to help. You can visit our help site here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great addition to your home
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Easily the best product I’ve written a review for in a while. Google home fits perfectly into my home (both looks and function). With the added convenience of it, I can set the vibe to a room easily with music or lay down for bed and have it turn off all my smart lights. Definitely has become a part of my every day life!
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I’ve been using this google assistant speaker for about 2 weeks and I’ve enjoyed it. It has a good base to it , it’s easy to talk to I like talking to Google assistant and telling it what song I like. I think it’s convenient for me instead of going on my phone looking for a song and yea. I recommend this google nest. I have it plugged in my room because I love listening to music in here!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality, Volume
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great with expectations.
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Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
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5 star with proper expectations.
I have 2 large and 2 small next audios around my house and it's great to be able to walk around and have light music everywhere.
For low impact music where you don't need to feel the bass, these are great. They get to a pretty decent volume and vocals sound great even when at 90%.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The Best Google Speaker around!
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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Recently I gave away from my Google Home Mini (sounds old just saying that), and decided I needed a newer speaker after owning that for over 4 years.
This is a phenomenal item with the ability to play around with the bass and tremble, versus what the old mini speakers did. It's heavier which makes it feel like a real speaker. I use it for almost all my automatic commands and routines. The charcoal color is also very satisfying with the products on my dresser, increasing the cool aesthetic of it in general.
I use several products on my Google Home through the speaker such as my lamp, door lock, Chromecast, and even my lamp (Ottlite). It is very easy to say "Hey Google" because all products use Google Assistant and are synced together to remember your voice and set routines.
Next, I'll think google could use a link adapter to products that aren't google to make it known this is one of the best speakers I've owned. Comparing the volume of the google home mini at 25% vs this current one is a big difference in clarity and smoothness. Take my review as a big encouragement. Peace!
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The very best speaker ever. Easy to used sound clear and loud.. i just love it clear audio the perfect assistant and uou can pair two create a speaker group i google home..
You can add meet contacts to make calls. I highly recommended it
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Clear Audio, a perfect Assistant and you can pair two of them to create a speaker group in Google Home!
Sidenote- I wanted these to work as audio for my TV but Google programmed them in a way they don't do that. BUT, I found a way.
-Create a speaker group with the paired Nest Audio
-Add Chromecast into the group in Google Google Home app and label as something you'll remember
(I use "Nest Theater Audio")
(Here's the strange part because the audio won't communicate through use of the actual Chromecast so you need to have a Fire TV Stick-ironic isn't it)
-Go to Fire TV Settings
-Hit Remotes & Bluetooth
-Other Bluetooth
-Choose the audio group and now
You can play surround sound audio while streaming.
All in all I love these speakers and highly recommend them. There's so much you can actually do with them and even more you'll find in Google Home app.
Hi PsychoWriter84, we appreciate that you find Nest Audio a perfect assistant, and that you were able to set it up with your TV. However, we do apologize for the difficulty you may be having when setting it up with your Chromecast. We recommend checking the Chromecast version you are using, since this feature is not supported on Chromecast (1st Gen). If the issue persists, and if you´re willing to try, you may contact our support team and we´ll gladly help troubleshoot and isolate the issue further by simply visiting this page: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic assistant and speaker!
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Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is a fantastic speaker! Has a great sound, much improved over the previous generation. Much more bass, as well as cleaner vocals! Plus, it looks nice in the room, and is always handy to have a voice assistant.
As far as setup goes, couldnt be more simple. Powered it up, opened the "Google Home" App, and added the device.
Would/have recommended to everyone!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
300 Square feet
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great sound, I bought two of them for 28 foot motorhome with a super slide that I live in, it’s about 300 ft.² and I listen to my music at about 80% volume because I like it loud, great bass and treble fills my motorhome
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Great upgrade to the Google home line. Speaker's quality is clear and has decent bass. The assistant is very responsive and the device itself is very nice to look at so you do not have to worry about finding a location for it that is out of sight. Setting this bad boy to max volume will definitely get your place shaking.
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The good: Music that follows you around the house, voice calling without your phone and wire-free intercom!
The bad: Fiddly user interface and erratic setup.
For those who have been all-in on Google's Nest ecosystem from day one, these speakers are a no-brainer. Google has recently updated its Home app to include household routines and activities on top of standard device controls. That means you can set your bedroom Nest Audio to gently wake you with your favorite streaming tunes, and your kitchen Nest Audio speakers to tell you the weather and when your first meeting of the day starts. It also seamlessly integrates with other Nest products, so you can control your Nest thermostat and cameras from a unified dashboard. Pair two Nest Audio devices in a room and you get stereo sound without the wires. My favorite feature is the intercom: Just say "Hey Google, announce!" and it will broadcast whatever you say next to all Nest Audios, or even to select rooms.
All that said, setting up these devices is not for the faint of heart. Adding new devices can be tricky, and often can take two or three attempts to get each speaker authenticated. Devices will sometimes randomly fall off your home wi-fi network, requiring a 'factory reset' and going through the motions of re-authenticating.
For those willing to put up with a little extra digital elbow grease, the ability to have music playing around the house far outweighs the disadvantages. There are other multi-room options out there, but the Nest Audio series is an excellent overall value.
Hi jdlonn, thanks for giving us a detailed review of Nest Audio. We're glad to hear that you liked the speaker group, broadcast voice-messaging and voice-calling features. We also appreciate that you shared some of the negative experience you had with the fiddly user interface, erratic setup and the difficulty you had in adding new devices.
If the buggy issues are quite persistent, you can try resetting Nest Audio to try and fix the issue. Keep in mind that resetting Nest Audio will erase all data and you may need to set it up again. To reset, check on the back of your device, switch the mic off. The lights will turn orange. Press and hold the center of the Nest Audio, near the top. After 5 seconds, your device will begin the factory reset process. Continue to hold for about 10 seconds more, until a sound confirms that the device is resetting. If you need further help in fixing any other issue, or if you need further guidance with any of the awesome features of Nest Audio, please consider contacting our support team here: https://support.google.com/googlenest/gethelp
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very niceeeeeeee
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
For this deal price, i think you need to get it. Disregard the negative reviews this speaker has based, clarity looks, price point, and everything. It is very highly recommended. I will replace all my minis for this. Just try it, and you'll love it, i promise you
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Compact smart speaker sounds great for its size. Huge improvement over original Google Home. Great looking too.
I bought two a paired them as a stereo set which works very well. I have them in a rather open space so I don't think one on its own would be great sound for the whole room. However, with two of them, it works well.
These aren't going to blow your mind or produce massively loud volume. More like gentle giants (not physically).
Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I’m an Apple loyalist first and foremost, however with Google’s mesh wifi system, I had to switch as I got tired of spending $600 for a descent router. After switching, I got a little excited that I can add nest audio to my setup and I was a little weary that the sound would be sub par. I was wrong. They got these right. Now full disclosure, these aren’t a sonos situation, but for $59 (Black Friday deal) these are a home run and I love the added benefit of the “Hey Google” mic. Super accurate and well worth the switch. Now if they only sold a sub to pair with these little piece of awesomeness. Don’t hesitate.