Echo Dot (3rd Generation) vs HomePod mini
Echo Dot (3rd Generation)
2018 · $29.99 today
6744
HomePod mini
2020 · $99 today
7456
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Echo Dot (3rd Generation) is better
- Weight: 163 g vs 345 g(2.1× less)
- Height: 43 mm vs 84 mm(2.0× less)
Why HomePod mini is better
- Power Output: Undisclosed (est. 8 W) vs Undisclosed (est. 5 W)(1.6× more)
- Frequency Range Low: 100 Hz vs 150 Hz(50% less)
Verdict
HomePod mini leads outright in 5 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Echo Dot (3rd Generation) | HomePod mini |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Driver Configuration | 1.6" speaker | Full-range driver + dual passive radiators |
| Power Output | Undisclosed (est. 5 W) | Undisclosed (est. 8 W)● |
| Frequency Range Low | 150 Hz | 100 Hz● |
| Voice & Assistant | ||
| Assistant | Amazon Alexa | Siri |
| Microphone Array | 4 mics | 4 mics |
| Multi-Assistant Support | No | No |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n | 802.11n |
| Bluetooth | Yes (A2DP) | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Aux/Line-in | 3.5mm | None |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 163 g● | 345 g |
| Height | 43 mm● | 84 mm |
| Battery Life | None (plug-in) | None (plug-in) |