Speakers spec cross-check · 2026-10-14
HomePod mini vs HomePod (2nd generation)
HomePod mini vs HomePod (2nd generation) lines up the November 2020 HomePod mini with the February 2023 HomePod (2nd generation). The spec score is a weighted share of comparable rows in the speakers database.
HomePod mini leads HomePod mini vs HomePod (2nd generation) on the weighted spec sheet, ahead on launch price.
Spec sheet
| Spec | HomePod mini | HomePod (2nd generation) |
|---|---|---|
| Thread | Thread border routerTie | Thread border routerTie |
| Smart home radio | Matter controller and Thread border routerTie | Matter controller and Thread border routerTie |
| Launch price | $99Leads | $299 |
| Voice assistant | Siri | Siri |
| Inputs | No line-in | No line-in |
Who should buy which
Choose the HomePod mini if you want a Siri speaker. It leads on launch price.
Choose the HomePod (2nd generation) if you want a Siri speaker.
Questions
Which is better, HomePod mini or HomePod (2nd generation)?
HomePod mini leads HomePod mini vs HomePod (2nd generation) on the weighted spec sheet, ahead on launch price.
HomePod mini vs HomePod (2nd generation): which has the better Thread support?
HomePod mini and HomePod (2nd generation) tie on Thread support. HomePod mini: Thread border router. HomePod (2nd generation): Thread border router.
HomePod mini vs HomePod (2nd generation): which has the better smart home radio?
HomePod mini and HomePod (2nd generation) tie on smart home radio. HomePod mini: Matter controller and Thread border router. HomePod (2nd generation): Matter controller and Thread border router.
What did HomePod mini and HomePod (2nd generation) cost?
HomePod mini leads on price. HomePod mini: $99. HomePod (2nd generation): $299.