Citation One (MK2) vs Google Nest Audio
Citation One (MK2)
2019 · $179 today
7856
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Citation One (MK2) is better
- Weight: 52.8 oz vs 1200 g(22.7× less)
Why Google Nest Audio is better
- Height: 6.89 in vs 7.3 in(6% less)
Verdict
Google Nest Audio leads outright in 5 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Citation One (MK2) | Google Nest Audio |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Woofer | 4.0" | — |
| Tweeter | 0.75" | — |
| Output Power | 60W | — |
| Driver Configuration | — | 75mm mid-woofer + 19mm tweeter |
| Far-field Microphones | — | 3-mic array |
| Voice & Assistant | ||
| Built-in Assistant | Google Assistant | — |
| Far-Field Microphones | 2 | — |
| Chromecast Built-in | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band 2.4/5GHz | 802.11 b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| AirPlay 2 | No | — |
| Chromecast Built-in | Yes | Yes |
| Design & Build | ||
| Weight | 52.8 oz● | 1200 g |
| Height | 7.3 in | 6.89 in● |
| Color Options | 2 | — |
| Assistant | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant |
| Ambient IQ | — | Adaptive volume |
| Design | ||
| Height | 7.3 in | 6.89 in● |
| Weight | 52.8 oz● | 1200 g |