Customer Ratings & Reviews

...if music is your passion then this is your speaker

Don’t like it. It’s wired and you can only listen to music through it. I prefer wireless, Bluetooth capability. It’s inconvenient for what I wanted to use it for. Has great sound but because it doesn’t meet my expectations that’s why I gave it one star.

I purchased the Apple HomePod mini from Best Buy, and I couldn’t be happier with my decision. This little sphere packs a surprising punch in both design and performance. Sound Quality: The audio is crisp and rich, filling my room with an immersive 360-degree sound that feels much bigger than its size. The bass is impressive without being overpowering, and it handles everything from podcasts to music beautifully. Smart Features: Siri integration works seamlessly. I use it to control my smart home devices, set reminders, and check the weather. It’s responsive and intuitive, making everyday tasks effortless. Design: The HomePod mini is sleek, modern, and compact—perfect for any space. It blends into my décor while adding a touch of elegance. The fabric finish feels premium and durable. Setup: Setting it up was a breeze, especially with an iPhone. It took less than 5 minutes to connect, and the Apple ecosystem integration is flawless. Value: For its price, the HomePod mini offers fantastic sound and smart features. It’s a great addition to any home, especially if you’re already in the Apple ecosystem. Overall: The HomePod mini is a small but mighty device that exceeds expectations. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a smart speaker with excellent sound and seamless functionality.

Juat bought two and have to say im very dissapointed, first of all it doesnt get loud enough. Second when im switching between songs or trying to pause the music its a delay. And dont get me started on the distortion when you get to higher volumes. Very bad!

The Apple HomePod mini is a beautifully crafted smart speaker that offers remarkable sound, seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem, and privacy-first intelligence in a compact design. It’s an ideal choice for anyone invested in Apple’s world who desires rich audio, Siri functionality, and smart home control in a discreet yet elegant package. Surprisingly Big Sound Despite its size, the HomePod mini delivers impressive 360-degree audio. Apple’s computational audio and full-range driver combine to produce clear vocals, deep bass, and balanced sound—filling even medium-sized rooms with ease. Whether you’re listening to sacred music, podcasts, or classical symphonies, the fidelity is astonishing for its size. Siri and Apple Intelligence Siri on the HomePod mini is fast, responsive, and smarter than ever. You can ask for daily reminders, prayer times, weather updates, or even control Apple Music and Podcasts with just your voice. It supports Intercom, allowing you to send messages to other Apple devices or HomePods in the house—perfect for families. Smart Home Integration As a HomeKit hub, the HomePod mini securely manages your smart devices—lights, locks, thermostats, and more—with effortless voice commands or automation through the Home app. It’s compatible with Matter, making it a future-proof choice for building out your smart home. Privacy by Design Apple’s commitment to privacy shines through. Requests are processed locally when possible, and nothing is associated with your Apple ID unless you allow it. It respects your faith, your space, and your personal data. Design and Colors Elegant and minimal, it comes in multiple colors—white, space gray, yellow, orange, and blue—allowing it to complement any room decor, from a rectory office to a living room prayer corner. Pros: Excellent sound quality for its size Tight integration with Apple ecosystem Secure, private, and reliable smart home control Beautiful design and color variety Affordable entry into the Apple smart home world Cons: Best used within the Apple ecosystem (limited for Android users) No built-in battery (requires constant power source) Audio isn’t stereo-grade without pairing two units ⸻ Verdict The HomePod mini proves that good things come in small packages. Whether you’re using it to play music during office hours or control your smart home environment, this device quietly and faithfully enhances your daily rhythm. With its combination of design, performance, and spiritual utility, the HomePod mini is a gem worth having in every home and office. An excellent, elegant, and holy-tech-friendly companion.

Love these things! I have two and got my sister for Christmas. They work great

One of the best Apple products I have bought the good thing also is that it was on sale when I bought it which is good.

The HomePod mini is a small giant in the world of smart speakers. Despite its compact size, this Apple device offers a surprisingly rich audio experience and intelligent features that can enhance home life. In this review, we will explore its key features and how it compares to other smart speakers on the market. Design and Build: The HomePod mini boasts an attractive and minimalist design that blends seamlessly with any environment. Its sleek, round shape is available in two colors, white and space gray, allowing it to easily complement any decor. The top of the speaker features a touch-sensitive display that responds to taps for playback control and volume adjustment, while an LED light on top indicates when Siri is listening. Sound Quality: Despite its compact size, the HomePod mini delivers impressive sound quality. With two full-range drivers and passive radiators, this speaker is capable of filling a room with clear and well-balanced audio. The bass is surprisingly powerful for its size, and the highs are crisp and detailed. Furthermore, it uses acoustic adaptation technology to automatically adjust its sound based on the room's acoustics, further enhancing audio quality. Smart Features: The HomePod mini is powered by Siri, Apple's voice assistant. It can control a variety of smart home devices, play music from Apple Music, answer questions, and perform tasks like sending messages or setting reminders. "Hey Siri" detection works reliably, and its ability to understand and respond to voice commands is impressive. Interconnectivity: If you're already an Apple user, the HomePod mini seamlessly integrates into your ecosystem. It can function as a smart home automation hub with the Apple HomeKit app and is compatible with third-party devices that work with HomeKit. Additionally, you can use AirPlay 2 to stream audio from other Apple devices, such as iPhone, iPad, or Mac, directly to the HomePod mini. Price: The HomePod mini is an affordable option compared to the original HomePod, making it an excellent choice for those looking to enjoy the experience of a quality smart speaker without breaking the bank. Conclusion: The HomePod mini is a versatile smart speaker that offers impressive sound quality in an attractive, compact package. If you are an Apple user and seek a smart speaker that seamlessly integrates into your ecosystem, this is an excellent choice. While Siri may not be as versatile in terms of skills as some of its competitors, the HomePod mini provides a solid user experience and excellent audio performance. In summary, it's a small but powerful device that can enhance life in your home.

This is my 2nd HomePod, Now I can pair my living room and kitchen to listen music seamlessly.

Completely stopped working after 6 months out of nowhere. Its been sitting on my shelf and noticed in my Home app that it said no response. I unplugged it tried removing from home. Just doesn't work anymore

I purchased a returned HomePod but it was in great condition and couldn’t find any flaws.

I loved this home pod, thanks Apple always best of best from you ever

Gets better by the updates, it’s helpful tool in the house. I recommend to get 2 for surround sound.

sounds great; seeing how small it is. i listen to mostly reggae and the bass is more than enough, not too deep but you can still feel it. i plan on getting another so i could utilize the stereo sound but getting just one would be good enough, especially if you’re in a room that’s not too big and remember it’s Apple so if you’re already using their products, look no further. if you’re not, maybe weigh some other options. it’s not perfect, can get buggy every now and then but it’s a quality product for $99 and it works off wifi, not bluetooth.

This thing is amazing i don’t even have to pair with bluetooth!!!

Another excellent purchase. Connection is simple and easy.

very good Fast delivery and good product thank you

I absolutely love my original HomePod (the big one), so when Apple released the mini, figured it would be great to have additional wireless speakers to place wherever and try out a multi-room audio experience. The sound quality is surprisingly good considering how small they are! Comparable bluetooth or smart speakers I have heard sound like they're going to blow up when they get close to reaching their upper volume limit, but the HomePod minis have barely any distortion at their highest output! They can get really loud too! The bass is present, but not room-vibrating, and the sound is very balanced. I use a pair of HomePod minis connected to my Apple TV and the audio sounds great for casting music or watching TV. Since these are purely wireless speakers (there are no inputs other than the attached power cable), I have fairly frequently had issues with audio cutouts or lag when casting music through Airplay. Sometimes the music just stops completely and starts playing through my phone instead. Not a super seamless experience, but could come down to router issues. There are times when I cannot even select the speakers because they disappear from my Airplay menu, even though I am connected to the same Wifi network they are on. Important note too – If you can't cast audio through Apple's Airplay protocol (so basically only through Apple Devices), you won't be able to get these to work – they lack bluetooth audio functionality! Plus, Siri is not very helpful when asking for requests. I would say 60% of the time it will be able to 1. Recognize what I say and 2. be able to do the request I asked. Lots of "hmmm, I'm not quite sure" or "could you say that again?" responses. After a couple of years of software updates, you would think the experience would be slightly better, but smart home assistants still have a lot of evolving to do. They still don't work well with music streaming services other than Apple Music (at least when asking to play a certain song or artist), so that is a continuous burden since I do not use Apple's services.

The HomePod Mini arrived today, and let me say that I have a fair amount of speakers (both smart and non-smart) and this was a niche purchase for me because I have plenty of Bluetooth speakers that would have sufficed. However, the biggest drawing point for me at least is the tight integration with Apple, without having to pay for a full HomePod since I have speakers to fit the room filling sound in a larger space. For its size it does sound very nice. I had been reading some reviews that depicted the sound as amazing. I wouldn't go that far in general terms, but if you put it into the fact that it is 3" tall, it does indeed put out a nice sound with bass you can notice. This fits my need as I am using this on an end table to enjoy mostly classical and jazz music. I have tried a variety of genres and it does have a nice warm tone to it. Not tinny at all which would have been a quick return to Best Buy if that was the case. It is also nice to be able to ask Siri to play your Podcast, and it just picks right up without having to pair a speaker. I realize this can be done through Bluetooth or Airplay, but there is something nice about being able to ask for it. Set up was an absolute breeze, as expected with an Apple product. One of my favorite features is the pass off that you can do uni-directionally between the iPhone and the speaker. Its pretty impressive how you can just hold the phone over the speaker for this to happen. Gives you that Apple 'Magic.' Time will tell how I integrate this into my daily routine, but in terms of simplicity, sound quality and build quality, I feel there is value for the $99.

Been using Apple since 97. The speakers sound good but there is to much a lag when your trying to connect to it.