Harman Kardon Invoke vs Apple HomePod
Harman Kardon Invoke
2017 · $199 today
6640
Apple HomePod
2018 · $349 today
7146
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Harman Kardon Invoke is better
- Weight: 1700 g vs 2500 g(47% less)
- Far-field Microphones: 7-mic array vs 6-mic array(17% more)
Why Apple HomePod is better
- Height: 6.8 in vs 9.25 in(36% less)
Verdict
Apple HomePod leads outright in 5 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Harman Kardon Invoke | Apple HomePod |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Driver Configuration | 360-degree tweeter array + subwoofer | 7 tweeter array + 4in woofer |
| Far-field Microphones | 7-mic array● | 6-mic array |
| Assistant | ||
| Voice Assistant | Cortana | Siri |
| Skype Calling | Yes | — |
| Room Sensing | — | Automatic acoustic tuning |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 b/g/n | 802.11 b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | Yes | 5.0 |
| AirPlay 2 | — | Yes |
| Design | ||
| Height | 9.25 in | 6.8 in● |
| Weight | 1700 g● | 2500 g |