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JBL Authentics 200 vs Apple HomeView

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JBL Authentics 200

JBL Authentics 200

  • 3,120 g.
  • Bluetooth 5.3 connection.
  • Mains-powered product.
  • 90 W rated output.
  • JBL One.
KSh 39,000In Stock
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Apple HomeView

Apple HomeView

  • 952 g.
  • Device capacity: up to six recognized users.
  • Wired power.
  • Video and audio calls: faceTime over Wi-Fi.
  • Sensors: ambient light, temperature and humidity, accelerometer.
KSh 41,300Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Apple HomeView is the better buy: it is lighter (952 g).

Weight

JBL Authentics 200
3.12 kg
Apple HomeView
952 g

Connections

JBL Authentics 200
Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3
Apple HomeView
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO, simultaneous dual band

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Authentics 200

  • Mains-powered product.
  • 90 W rated output.
  • JBL One.
  • Weighs 3.12 kg.

Apple HomeView

  • Lighter: 952 g (vs 3.12 kg).
  • Supports Dolby Atmos and spatial audio.

What matters most to you?

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4 priorities selected.
How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
Portability3,120 g952 g
Output power90 W rated outputWired power
Weight3.12 kg952 g
ConnectionsWi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO, simultaneous dual band

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
BrandJBLApple
ModelAuthentics 200HomeView
TypeSmart Speaker—
Product type—Smart display and home hub (tabletop model)

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
Dimensions266.3 × 171.7 × 167.4 mm (W × H × D)145.5 mm width; 136.7–173.2 mm height and 96.0–130.2 mm depth depending on tilt
Weight3.12 kg952 g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
BatteryMains-powered product—

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
Network connection—Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO, simultaneous dual band; Bluetooth 6.0

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
Bluetooth5.3—
Bluetooth Profiles / CodecsA2DP 1.3.2; AVRCP 1.5—
Wi-Fi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4 and 5 GHz—
Wired InputsAudio input; Ethernet—
USBUSB-C service port—
Multi-Speaker / Stereo PairingMulti-room playback through Google Home or Amazon Alexa—
App SupportJBL One; Google Home; Amazon Alexa—

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
Voice AssistantAmazon Alexa and Google Assistant—
LightshowNo party lightshow—
Party FeaturesNot a party-speaker product—
Home Cinema FeaturesNot a home-cinema product—

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
Speaker ConfigurationTwo 25 mm tweeters; 5-inch woofer; 6-inch passive radiator—
DriversTwo 25 mm tweeters; 5-inch woofer; 6-inch passive radiator—
Frequency Response50 Hz–20 kHz (-6 dB)—
Total Power Output90 W maximum at 1% THD—
Audio ChannelsStereo 2.0—
Sound Modes / EQOn-speaker bass and treble; JBL One app EQ—
Audio FeaturesAutomatic self-tuning; AirPlay; Alexa Multi-Room Music; Chromecast built-in; Spotify Connect—

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
Power Source100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz—
Battery LifeMains-powered product—
Charging TimeMains-powered product—
Fast ChargingMains-powered product—
Charging PortMains-powered product—
Power ConsumptionNetwork standby: under 2 W—

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
ControlsVolume, bass and treble; app and voice controls—
MaterialsRecycled fabric, plastic and aluminium; leather-like enclosure; Quadrex grille—

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
Speaker / SoundbarAuthentics 200—
SubwooferNo subwoofer supplied—
Remote ControlNo remote control supplied—
Power CableAC power cable—
Other AccessoriesNot applicable—
DocumentationQuick-start guide; safety sheet; warranty card—

Compatibility & Security

Compatibility & Security specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
Compatible cameras and sensors—Apple Home and Matter accessories; compatible cameras and sensors
Device capacity—Up to six recognized users; up to nine simultaneous camera feeds
Supported protocols—Thread, Matter and Apple Home
Automation—Scenes, schedules and voice-controlled routines
Detection features—Face recognition; smoke and carbon monoxide alarm Sound Recognition
Alarm and notifications—Alerts on compatible iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch

Storage & Network

Storage & Network specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
Ports—USB-C power connector
App compatibility—Home, FaceTime, Messages, Music, Calendar, Reminders, Find My, Safari and more
Subscription requirements—Some media and HomeKit Secure Video features require subscriptions; compatible accessories sold separately
Privacy and security—A18 Secure Exclaves; personal content separated by user; Private Cloud Compute

Power

Power specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
Power requirements—Wired power; included 30W adapter, 100–240V AC, 50–60Hz

Design & Package

Design & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
In the box—HomeView, 1.5 m USB-C cable, 30W adapter and documentation

Display and camera

Display and camera specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
Display—7-inch IPS Liquid Retina; 1088 × 1088 pixels, 220 ppiSection: Display and camera
Brightness—0.3–500 nitsSection: Display and camera
Display Features—True Tone; oleophobic coating; proximity-responsive interfaceSection: Display and camera
Camera—12MP, f/2.4; Center StageSection: Display and camera
Video And Audio Calls—FaceTime over Wi-FiSection: Display and camera

Audio and intelligence

Audio and intelligence specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Authentics 200Apple HomeView
Chip—Apple A18Section: Audio and intelligence
Speakers—Two full-range drivers, down-firing woofer and two force-cancelling passive radiatorsSection: Audio and intelligence
Audio—Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos; computational audio; AirPlay multiroomSection: Audio and intelligence
Microphones—Four beamforming microphonesSection: Audio and intelligence
Assistant—Siri AI with Apple IntelligenceSection: Audio and intelligence
Sensors—Ambient light, temperature and humidity, accelerometerSection: Audio and intelligence
Colours—Silver, Starlight, Rose Pink and Space GraySection: Audio and intelligence
Setup Requirements—iPhone with iOS 27.2 or later or iPad with iPadOS 27.2 or later; Wi-Fi internetSection: Audio and intelligence

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.

In summary

The Apple HomeView is the better buy for almost everyone, with a lighter build.

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In-stock alternatives

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