Speakers spec cross-check · 2026-10-14
HomePod mini vs Sonos Era 100
HomePod mini vs Sonos Era 100 lines up the November 2020 HomePod mini with the March 2023 Sonos Era 100. The spec score is a weighted share of comparable rows in the speakers database.
HomePod mini leads HomePod mini vs Sonos Era 100 on the weighted spec sheet, ahead on thread, smart home radio, and launch price.
Spec sheet
| Spec | HomePod mini | Sonos Era 100 |
|---|---|---|
| Thread | Thread border routerLeads | No Thread |
| Smart home radio | Matter controller and Thread border routerLeads | No smart home radio |
| Launch price | $99Leads | $249 |
| Voice assistant | Siri | Sonos Voice Control; Alexa where offered |
| Inputs | No line-in | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C line-in adapter |
Who should buy which
Choose the HomePod mini if you want a Siri speaker. It leads on thread, smart home radio, and launch price.
Choose the Sonos Era 100 if you want a Wi-Fi speaker.
Questions
Which is better, HomePod mini or Sonos Era 100?
HomePod mini leads HomePod mini vs Sonos Era 100 on the weighted spec sheet, ahead on thread, smart home radio, and launch price.
HomePod mini vs Sonos Era 100: which has the better Thread support?
HomePod mini leads on Thread support. HomePod mini: Thread border router. Sonos Era 100: No Thread.
HomePod mini vs Sonos Era 100: which has the better smart home radio?
HomePod mini leads on smart home radio. HomePod mini: Matter controller and Thread border router. Sonos Era 100: No smart home radio.
What did HomePod mini and Sonos Era 100 cost?
HomePod mini leads on price. HomePod mini: $99. Sonos Era 100: $249.