Google Nest Hub Max Review
Our Verdict
The Nest Hub Max is the Google smart home centerpiece — a large display, great audio, and the best Google Assistant hub experience available.
Pros & Cons
+ Pros
- +Large 10" display
- +Face recognition personalizes per user
- +Excellent audio quality
- +Best-in-class Google Home hub
- +6.5 MP camera for video calls
− Cons
- −Expensive
- −Heavier and larger than Nest Hub
- −Requires Google ecosystem for full value
- −No Zigbee hub
In-Depth Review
The Google Nest Hub Max is Google's answer to the Echo Show 10 — a 10" smart display with camera, Google Assistant, and a well-designed interface for Google services. The 6.5 MP camera enables Duo/Meet video calls, and face recognition lets it personalize the experience per user (showing your calendar, commute, etc.). The audio is excellent — rich, full sound from dual stereo speakers and a woofer. Google Home integration for Nest cameras, Chromecast, and other devices is the best available. It's expensive at $229, but for Google households it's worth every cent.
Specifications
| Display | 10" 1280×800 |
| Camera | 6.5 MP with face recognition |
| Audio | Dual stereo speakers + 30W woofer |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Smart Hub | Matter, Thread, Chromecast built-in |
| Dimensions | 9.85" × 6.75" × 2.79" |
| Power | 30W adapter |
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