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Logitech Rally vs Apple HomeView

Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.

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Logitech Rally Speaker

Logitech Rally Speaker

  • Power source: mini XLR connection to Rally Display Hub.
  • Up to two Rally Speakers Rally system.
  • Placement / mounting: shelf or credenza.
  • One expansion speaker.
  • 76 mm driver with rare-earth magnet.
KSh 35,500In 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 Logitech Rally Speaker is a desktop Speaker, while the Apple HomeView is a smart display and home hub.

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Logitech Rally Speaker

Its full specifications are in the detailed comparison below.

Apple HomeView

  • Supports Dolby Atmos and spatial audio.

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PriorityLogitech Rally SpeakerApple HomeView
Output powerMini XLR connection to Rally Display Hub for signal and powerWired power

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple HomeView
BrandLogitechApple
ModelRally Speaker (960-001230)HomeView
TypeDesktop Speaker—
ColorGraphite—
Product type—Smart display and home hub (tabletop model)

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple HomeView
Dimensions103 × 449 × 80 mm145.5 mm width; 136.7–173.2 mm height and 96.0–130.2 mm depth depending on tilt
Weight—952 g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple HomeView
BatteryNot applicable—

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple HomeView
Network connection—Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO, simultaneous dual band; Bluetooth 6.0

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple HomeView
Wired InputsMini XLR connection to Rally Display Hub—
Multi-Speaker / Stereo PairingUp to two Rally Speakers Rally system—

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple HomeView
Special FeaturesRequires a compatible Logitech Rally system; speaker is not a standalone USB or Bluetooth speaker—

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple HomeView
Speaker ConfigurationOne expansion speaker; compatible Rally system supports up to two—
Drivers76 mm driver with rare-earth magnet—
Maximum SPL100 dB SPL at 7.5 W; ±2 dB measured at 0.5 m—
Audio FeaturesSuspension system reduces camera vibration and audio interference—

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple HomeView
Power SourceMini XLR connection to Rally Display Hub for signal and power—
Battery LifeNot applicable—
Charging Time——
Fast Charging——
Charging Port——

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple HomeView
Placement / MountingShelf or credenza; optional Rally Mounting Kit wall brackets—

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple HomeView
Speaker / SoundbarRally Speaker—
Power CablePower through Mini XLR connection—
Audio / HDMI Cable2.95 m Mini XLR cable—
DocumentationUser documentation—

Compatibility & Security

Compatibility & Security specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple 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
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple 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
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple HomeView
Power requirements—Wired power; included 30W adapter, 100–240V AC, 50–60Hz

Design & Package

Design & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple HomeView
In the box—HomeView, 1.5 m USB-C cable, 30W adapter and documentation

Display and camera

Display and camera specifications comparison
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple 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
SpecificationLogitech Rally SpeakerApple 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

In summary

Get the Logitech Rally Speaker if you want a desktop Speaker, or the Apple HomeView if you want a smart display and home hub.

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