Top-rated products in the Smart speakers category
Here's a ranking of the top rated products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. Apple HomePod mini
The HomePod mini is a smart speaker that adapts to its surroundings and delivers immersive sound everywhere. Together with Apple Music (subscription required) and Siri, it creates a completely new way to discover music. With the perfect integration of the intelligent assistant Siri and compatibility with Apple HomeKit accessories, the HomePod is not just a music playback device, but an extremely versatile everyday helper in various situations. Its compact design allows the speaker to be placed discreetly anywhere. HomePod can play Apple Music, your iTunes tracks, iCloud music library, Beats 1 live, or Apple Podcasts, and connect with other devices via AirPlay and AirPlay 2. If you have an Apple Music subscription, you have full access to 45 million songs. Siri's artificial intelligence learns what you like and helps you discover more of it. A helping hand is just a "Hey Siri" away. Simply name the desired artist, song, album, or genre. Ask for background information, such as when the song was released. Or use Siri with all the capabilities you already know from your iPhone: dictate a text message you want to send to a friend, or manage your calendar events. Integrate it into your HomeKit system and control your smart home easily with your voice.
2. Google Nest Mini Gen 2
Google Nest Mini 2 Italia. Google Nest Mini is a smart speaker that you operate using voice control. All you have to do is ask a question and Google Nest Mini answers, switches on the music, plays videos or automatically switches on the light. Answering questions, organising tasks, planning the day, controlling the home, providing entertainment - Google Nest can help you in all these areas. A voice command like: Ok Google, tell me about my day. Google Nest responds with the current time, a summary of your upcoming appointments and information about the weather - including tips on whether you should take rain protection with you or pack sun cream, for example. Via the voice command: What can you do? you get a list of the supported functions. By integrating the Google search function, Google Nest gives you information about sporting events, translates foreign words and much more. Google Nest is always at your disposal. Thanks to the built-in far-field microphones, Google Nest understands your voice input even when you speak across the room. Advances in machine learning have enabled Google to reliably separate the human voice from background noise and music and even distinguish between voices - so there is no confusion, even if several people are speaking at the same time. Whenever you want Google Nest to stop listening to you, all you have to do is press a single button and the microphone is deactivated. The integrated speaker ensures crystal-clear highs and full bass. By connecting multiple Google Nest devices, you can enjoy the same song in every single room of your home and the touch interface gives you access to the most important functions such as volume and track playback directly on the device.
3. Google Nest Mini
The second generation Nest Mini impresses with more power and bass for a strong sound. Google Assistant is already integrated and provides support in every room. The Nest Mini now has twice the bass of its predecessor. The sturdy fabric cover is made from recycled plastic bottles. Voice command assistance is available when your hands are full. You can easily stream music directly from your smartphone to the Nest Mini or ask Google Assistant to do it for you. Google Assistant can dim the lights, turn on the TV, or raise the heating - all conveniently via voice command. Additionally, many other compatible smart home devices from popular brands respond to its command.
4. Google Nest Hub (2 Gen.)
With the Google Nest Hub smart speaker, you have full control over your smart home. Thousands of compatible devices such as lights, cameras, or TVs can be controlled via a single dashboard using voice commands. Enjoy your music or watch helpful videos on YouTube. Stay well organized throughout the day with useful information and tips for every situation in life.
5. Google Nest Audio
With its woofer, tweeter, and sound tuning software, Nest Audio delivers crystal-clear sound with rich bass in every room. Nest Audio is 75% louder than the original Google Home model and has 50% stronger bass. It even adapts to the acoustics of your environment and the genre of your music, making your favorite songs sound even better. News, radio stations, podcasts, and audiobooks now always sound crystal clear. You can easily play music, playlists, podcasts, and radio stations from popular streaming services using Google Assistant.
With voice commands like "Ok Google, set the timer for 5 minutes," you get assistance whenever you need it. Just ask Google Assistant about the weather or the news. Nest Audio protects your data. You can easily delete your Google Assistant history from the last seven days completely or partially with a voice command. For example, just say "Hey Google, delete what I just said." With the microphone switch on the back, you can completely turn off the microphone—just set it to orange.
Turn on the lights—with just one voice command. You can use Nest Audio with your other compatible smart home devices. Additionally, Nest Audio is easy to set up in the Google Home app. With its colors and sleek yet stylish design, Nest Audio fits perfectly into your home. Nest Audio is sustainably designed, with the housing made of 70% recycled plastic.
6. Google Nest Hub
A digital picture frame for all your memories. See all your Google Photos or see the most beautiful and newest photos of your loved ones - just a voice command.
Thousands of compatible devices such as lamps, cameras or televisions can be controlled via a single voice command dashboard.
Need help cooking, want to know more about a nearby company or how your favorite team played? Just ask Google Assistant and get all the answers to Nest Hub.
Some things are easier to show than explain. Just say "Ok Google, how do I cut a pineapple?" and you can watch a tutorial video.
The speakers let you experience songs and videos from YouTube Music with crystal-clear sound. Or listen to music about Spotify, Deezer and TuneIn. And it's all free.
Thanks to Voice Match you can start the day comfortably. Just say "Ok Google, good morning" - and you have everything you need in view: your appointments, the way to work or memories. With Nest Hub you can even create your own processes. Help directly on the home screen - for every situation. You can see at a glance what's next or how to get to work fastest. But that's not all: you can play recommended YouTube videos, watch recipes or set the timer - no problem at all. Discover how Google Assistant can help you. Just say "Ok Google, good night" to turn off the lights or set the alarm.2 Thanks to Ambient EQ, Nest Hub adapts to the lighting conditions in your room.
7. Amazon Echo Dot (5th gen.)
The best-sounding Echo Dot yet: enjoy an improved audio experience compared to any previous Echo Dot with Alexa for clearer vocals, deeper bass, and vibrant sound in any room. Your favorite music and content: play music, audiobooks, and podcasts from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, Deezer, and more, or via Bluetooth throughout your home. Alexa is happy to help: ask Alexa for the weather forecast, to set hands-free timers, get answers to your questions, and even tell jokes. Need a few extra minutes in the morning? Just tap your Echo Dot to snooze your alarm. Keep your home comfortable: control compatible smart home devices with your voice and routines triggered by indoor temperature sensors. Create routines to automatically start a smart fan if the inside temperature goes above your comfort zone. Do more with device pairing: fill your home with music using compatible Echo devices in different rooms. Create a home cinema system with Fire TV. Designed to protect your privacy: built with multiple layers of privacy protection and control, including a microphone off button that electronically disconnects the microphones. Climate Pledge Friendly: we integrated sustainability in the design of this device with 99% of packaging coming from responsibly managed forests or recycled sources, 95% use of post-consumer recycled fabric, and 55% post-consumer recycled plastics.
8. Apple HomePod 2nd Gen.
The Apple HomePod 2023 is the second-generation HomePod from Apple. This smart speaker features a design with a seamless, acoustically transparent mesh fabric. At the top, you'll find the touch-sensitive control panel, allowing you to adjust and control the volume.
Siri is here to assist you with everything. This speaker not only looks fantastic but is also very intelligent. For example, you can play your favorite music by simply asking Siri. You can also inquire about the weather, sports scores, or news through your connected iPhone. Additionally, you can automate your smart home with HomeKit by setting up when you want your curtains to open or the lights to turn on each day.
Optimal sound in every room of your house. The Apple HomePod 2023 in black features new, advanced computational audio that ensures a groundbreaking listening experience. Furthermore, it has four microphones so that Siri can hear you from anywhere. With the help of "spatial awareness technology," the sound is optimized for each room. This innovative speaker knows where to direct the sound, so it doesn't matter whether you're using the HomePod in the living room, bedroom, or office; it seamlessly adapts.
9. Google Home Mini
Google Home Mini is a smart speaker that you can control with your voice. You just need to ask a question, and Google Home Mini will respond, play music, stream videos, or even turn on the lights automatically. It can assist you in answering questions, organizing tasks, planning your day, managing your home, and providing entertainment. With a voice command like, "Ok Google, tell me about my day," Google Home will respond with the current time, a summary of your upcoming appointments, and weather information, including tips on whether to bring an umbrella or pack sunscreen. By saying, "What can you do?" you'll receive a list of supported features. Thanks to the integration of Google Search, Google Home can provide information about sports events, translate foreign words, and much more. Google Home is available to you at any time. With built-in far-field microphones, Google Home can understand your voice input even when you speak from across the room. Advances in machine learning have enabled Google to reliably separate human voices from background noise and music, even distinguishing between different voices, so there’s no confusion when multiple people speak at once. Whenever you want Google Home to stop listening, a single button press will deactivate the microphone. The integrated speaker delivers crystal-clear highs and rich bass. By connecting multiple Google Home devices, you can enjoy the same song in every room of your home, and the touch interface gives you direct access to essential functions like volume and track playback right on the device.
10. Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Generation)
The Echo Show 8 offers full stereo sound and brilliant images on an 8-inch HD display. View your photos or song lyrics from Amazon Music. Set alarms and timers. Ask about the weather or traffic conditions. Stay updated with the news.
Keep up with current news and sports scores. Stream TV shows and movies on Prime Video and Netflix. Listen to music from streaming services like Apple Music, Spotify, and Deezer, and view song lyrics and album covers with Amazon Music.
Make hands-free video calls to other Echo devices with screens, the Alexa app, or Skype. Connect directly with other supported Echo devices in your home. You also have the option to link your accounts with compatible mobile carriers to make hands-free calls through your mobile device (excluding emergency calls).
Alexa and Echo devices are designed with multiple layers of privacy protection. For example, you can disable the microphones and camera on the Echo Show 8 with the push of a button or simply slide the built-in cover over the camera. You also have full control over your voice recordings, which you can view, listen to, or delete at any time.
Manage compatible smart home devices on the user-friendly interactive display. Control lights and switches. Adjust your heating. View videos from security cameras.
Make your life at home easier. Use your voice to set timers, create lists, or add calendar entries and reminders. Listen to the news, weather reports, or traffic information. Ask about sports scores, movie showtimes, and much more.
