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Model:
GA01420-US
SKU:
6428305
Your price for this item is $99.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 2010 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are delighted by the Nest Audio's excellent sound quality, ease of use, and impressive bass response. Many appreciate its compact size and stylish design, finding it easy to set up and integrate with the Google Assistant. However, some users have experienced issues with Bluetooth connectivity and software glitches. A lack of aux input was also noted as a drawback by some customers.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Connectivity, Design, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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:
    Design, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Why I'll never buy a Sonos again

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Decent speaker

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great as Google speakers go. Google's smart responses really aren't very well developed, however, and can be kind of disappointing. You have to slowly spell things out for it. You can't say "Play ___ on Netflix on Bedroom TV", it's too complicated of a request. You have to ask for each thing one at a time. Decent sound quality, though. Sometimes sucks at hearing you despite having the sensitivity high for its responsiveness.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, Sound quality, Volume

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Hey Google

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, 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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Connectivity, Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Smart Speaker at an Affordable Price!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I absolutely love the quality of this speaker! I currently own 3 of these speakers and have them connected to 6 other Google Speakers/hub around the home. It is awesome to have music playing from each speaker, with no lagging. This speaker can also be connected to other devices via Bluetooth. I highly recommend this speaker to anyone looking for an economical speaker with amazing sound.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My new Google Speaker

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Aside from the overpackaging, this is a great addition, I have an old Google speaker in my TV room, and this one went in my bedroom. It likes “hey google” instead of “ok google” as an address, although I find it also responds to the old inquiry. I use it primarily to listen to channels on my Sirius XM account, and the sound quality is excellent.

    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.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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

    Great addition to your home

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I finally kicked Alexa to the curb...

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Nest Support
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      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 Nest

  • 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.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great for Google Enthusiasts

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Nest Support
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      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 Nest

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pretty potent device

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased as a drop. Great price and the sound is pretty good for the size. I use it as part of a group of google speakers so I have sound around the whole downstairs of the home.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Connectivity

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent audio and mic function

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Integrates and can be used to communicate with all googlw home products

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Marshmallow

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Surprisingly good sound quality for the price; centrally placed can cover a whole house (unless it’s like a mansion or really weirdly shaped). Also makes it easy to give voice commands to control other devices post setup as well as broadcast reminders

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Apple Convert Made Happy With Nest Audio

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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.

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GREAT SOUND AND LOOK!!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    We love it!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best AI speaker!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use it every day to check weather, set reminders and alarms, play music, and ask questions. I love having it in my room! I also like the fact that I can make calls through it! It is convenient when I'm doing something and am unable to use my phone. It's perfect!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The Best Speaker

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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

    I would recommend this to a friend