Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)
The Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) is the best smart display for most people. Its 7-inch screen shows you at-a-glance info, plays YouTube and Netflix, displays your Google Photos, and controls your smart home.
The second-gen model adds Soli radar sleep tracking—placed on your nightstand it analyses your sleep stages, breathing, and coughs without any wearable.
Who is it for?
Google Assistant users who want a bedside smart display with unique sleep tracking features.
Pros
- Soli sleep sensing (no wearable needed)
- Great speaker for the size
- Photo frame when idle
- Quick Google Assistant responses
Cons
- No camera (can't make video calls)
- Sleep tracking is Google–privacy consideration
- Limited smart home hub functionality