Apple HomePod (2nd generation)
2023UnverifiedApple's full-size smart speaker with Siri and spatial audio
Launch price $299Today $299
Then vs. now
8473The frontier has moved: down 11 points since 2023.
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| Dimension | At launch | Today |
|---|---|---|
| Sound | 88 | 80 |
| Assistant | 85 | 67 |
| Connectivity | 80 | 69 |
| Features | 85 | 71 |
| Design | 90 | 83 |
| Value | 75 | 66 |
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Why the Apple HomePod (2nd generation) stands out
Where it beats the average smart speaker in its class.
DriversBest in class
5 tweeters + 1 woofer
1.6× more than the 4 average
Weight (kg)
2.3
42% less than the 3 average
Specifications
Audio
- Drivers
- 5 tweeters + 1 woofer
- Dolby Atmos
- Yes (Apple Music spatial)
- Auto room tuning
- Automatic (mic array)
Connectivity
- WiFi
- 802.11n
- Bluetooth
- 5.0 (setup only)
- Thread hub
- Yes
Smart Features
- Voice assistants
- Siri only
- Multiroom platform
- AirPlay 2 / Apple Home
- Matter/Smart home hub
- Yes
Design & Build
- Weight (kg)
- 2.3
- Colors
- 2