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Apple HomeView vs Marshall Kilburn II & Brass

Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.

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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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Marshall Kilburn II Black & Brass

Marshall Kilburn II Black & Brass

  • 2,500 g.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • IPX2 rating.
  • Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
  • 20 minutes for 3 hours of playback.
KSh 41,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Apple HomeView is a smart display and home hub, while the Marshall Kilburn II Black & Brass is a portable Bluetooth Speaker.

Weight

Apple HomeView
952 g
Marshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
2.5 kg

Features

Apple HomeView
Face recognition
Marshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Not a party-speaker product

Connections

Apple HomeView
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO, simultaneous dual band
Marshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Bluetooth 5.0

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple HomeView

  • Lighter: 952 g (vs 2.5 kg).

Marshall Kilburn II Black & Brass

  • Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
  • 20+ hours.
  • 20 minutes for 3 hours of playback.
  • 36 W total amplification.

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PriorityApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
FeaturesFace recognitionNot a party-speaker product
Weight952 g2.5 kg
ConnectionsWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO, simultaneous dual bandBluetooth 5.0

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
BrandAppleMarshall
ModelHomeViewKilburn II Black & Brass
Product typeSmart display and home hub (tabletop model)—
Type—Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Color—Black and Brass

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Dimensions145.5 mm width; 136.7–173.2 mm height and 96.0–130.2 mm depth depending on tilt243 x 162 x 140 mm (W x H x D)
Weight952 g2.5 kg

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Battery—Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery

Network

Network specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Network connectionWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MIMO, simultaneous dual band; Bluetooth 6.0—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Bluetooth—Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Range—10 m (30 ft)
Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs—Qualcomm aptX; AAC not supported
Wi-Fi—Bluetooth-only portable speaker
Wired Inputs—3.5 mm input
HDMI—Portable speaker design
USB—No USB charging port
Microphone / Guitar Inputs—No microphone or guitar input

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Voice Assistant—No built-in voice assistant
Lightshow—No party lightshow
Party Features—Not a party-speaker product
Home Cinema Features—Not a home-cinema speaker
Special Features—True Stereophonic 360° sound; aptX; carrying strap; visual battery indicator

Compatibility & Security

Compatibility & Security specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Compatible cameras and sensorsApple Home and Matter accessories; compatible cameras and sensors—
Device capacityUp to six recognized users; up to nine simultaneous camera feeds—
Supported protocolsThread, Matter and Apple Home—
AutomationScenes, schedules and voice-controlled routines—
Detection featuresFace recognition; smoke and carbon monoxide alarm Sound Recognition—
Alarm and notificationsAlerts on compatible iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch—

Storage & Network

Storage & Network specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
PortsUSB-C power connector—
App compatibilityHome, FaceTime, Messages, Music, Calendar, Reminders, Find My, Safari and more—
Subscription requirementsSome media and HomeKit Secure Video features require subscriptions; compatible accessories sold separately—
Privacy and securityA18 Secure Exclaves; personal content separated by user; Private Cloud Compute—

Power

Power specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Power requirementsWired power; included 30W adapter, 100–240V AC, 50–60Hz—

Design & Package

Design & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
In the boxHomeView, 1.5 m USB-C cable, 30W adapter and documentation—

Display and camera

Display and camera specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Display7-inch IPS Liquid Retina; 1088 × 1088 pixels, 220 ppiSection: Display and camera—
Brightness0.3–500 nitsSection: Display and camera—
Display FeaturesTrue Tone; oleophobic coating; proximity-responsive interfaceSection: Display and camera—
Camera12MP, f/2.4; Center StageSection: Display and camera—
Video And Audio CallsFaceTime over Wi-FiSection: Display and camera—

Audio and intelligence

Audio and intelligence specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
ChipApple A18Section: Audio and intelligence—
SpeakersTwo full-range drivers, down-firing woofer and two force-cancelling passive radiatorsSection: Audio and intelligence—
AudioSpatial Audio with Dolby Atmos; computational audio; AirPlay multiroomSection: Audio and intelligence—
MicrophonesFour beamforming microphonesSection: Audio and intelligence—
AssistantSiri AI with Apple IntelligenceSection: Audio and intelligence—
SensorsAmbient light, temperature and humidity, accelerometerSection: Audio and intelligence—
ColoursSilver, Starlight, Rose Pink and Space GraySection: Audio and intelligence—
Setup RequirementsiPhone with iOS 27.2 or later or iPad with iPadOS 27.2 or later; Wi-Fi internetSection: Audio and intelligence—

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Speaker Configuration—Stereo; bass-reflex cabinet; True Stereophonic 360° sound
Drivers—1 woofer; 2 tweeters
Frequency Response—52 Hz-20 kHz
Total Power Output—36 W total amplification
Maximum SPL—100.4 dB @ 1 m
Amplifier—1 x 20 W Class D woofer amplifier; 2 x 8 W Class D tweeter amplifiers
Audio Channels—Stereo
Sound Modes / EQ—Analogue bass, treble and volume controls
Audio Features—True Stereophonic 360° sound; bass-reflex cabinet; rugged vinyl exterior; solid metal grille; guitar-inspired carrying strap

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Power Source—Rechargeable battery; 100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz
Battery Life—20+ hours
Charging Time—2.5 hours
Fast Charging—20 minutes for 3 hours of playback
Charging Port—AC mains input
Power Consumption—Network standby power consumption: No

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Controls—Bluetooth button; power/volume knob; bass knob; treble knob; battery indicator
Water & Dust Resistance—IPX2
Materials—Rugged vinyl exterior; solid metal grille; guitar-inspired carrying strap
Placement / Mounting—Free-standing portable placement

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationApple HomeViewMarshall Kilburn II Black & Brass
Speaker / Soundbar—Kilburn II Black & Brass
Subwoofer—No subwoofer supplied
Remote Control—No remote control supplied
Power Cable—USB charging cable
Audio / HDMI Cable—Not applicable
Mounting Accessories—Portable design
Other Accessories——
Documentation—Quick Start Guide and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.

In summary

Get the Apple HomeView if you want a smart display and home hub, or the Marshall Kilburn II Black & Brass if you want a portable Bluetooth Speaker.

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In-stock alternatives

Marshall Marshall Acton 3For Apple HomeViewMarshall Marshall Acton 3View product ↗Sony HT-S40R | 600WFor Apple HomeViewSony HT-S40R | 600WView product ↗Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5For Marshall Kilburn II Black & BrassHarman Kardon Aura Studio 5View product ↗

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