Echo (4th Gen) vs Google Nest Audio
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Echo (4th Gen) is better
- Weight: 30.2 oz vs 1200 g(39.7× less)
Why Google Nest Audio is better
No standout numeric advantages.
Verdict
Echo (4th Gen) leads outright in 3 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Echo (4th Gen) | Google Nest Audio |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Woofer | 3.0" | — |
| Tweeters | 2 x 0.8" | — |
| Dolby Audio | Yes | — |
| Driver Configuration | — | 75mm mid-woofer + 19mm tweeter |
| Far-field Microphones | — | 3-mic array |
| Voice & Assistant | ||
| Built-in Assistant | Alexa | — |
| Far-Field Microphones | 4 | — |
| Multi-Room Music | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band 2.4/5GHz | 802.11 b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Zigbee Hub | Yes | — |
| Chromecast Built-in | — | Yes |
| Design & Build | ||
| Weight | 30.2 oz● | 1200 g |
| Diameter | 5.7 in | — |
| Color Options | 4 | — |
| Assistant | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant |
| Ambient IQ | — | Adaptive volume |
| Design | ||
| Height | — | 6.89 in |
| Weight | 30.2 oz● | 1200 g |