HomePod mini vs Google Nest Audio
HomePod mini
2020 · $99 today
7456
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why HomePod mini is better
- Weight: 345 g vs 1200 g(3.5× less)
Why Google Nest Audio is better
- Height: 6.89 in vs 84 mm(12.2× less)
Verdict
Google Nest Audio leads outright in 5 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | HomePod mini | Google Nest Audio |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Driver Configuration | Full-range driver + dual passive radiators | 75mm mid-woofer + 19mm tweeter |
| Power Output | Undisclosed (est. 8 W) | — |
| Frequency Range Low | 100 Hz | — |
| Far-field Microphones | — | 3-mic array |
| Voice & Assistant | ||
| Assistant | Siri | — |
| Microphone Array | 4 mics | — |
| Multi-Assistant Support | No | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | 802.11n | 802.11 b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Aux/Line-in | None | — |
| Chromecast Built-in | — | Yes |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 345 g● | 1200 g |
| Height | 84 mm | 6.89 in● |
| Battery Life | None (plug-in) | — |
| Assistant | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant |
| Ambient IQ | — | Adaptive volume |
| Design | ||
| Height | 84 mm | 6.89 in● |
| Weight | 345 g● | 1200 g |