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Apple HomePod mini vs Sonos Roam

What HomePod mini does better (0) and where Roam wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Apple HomePod mini
Apple · 2020HomePod mini
0 advantages≈ $150
vs
Sonos Roam
Sonos · 2021Roam
7.8Score
0 advantages≈ $190
Higher score
3.6Connectivity3.6
Dimensions

Size comparison

HomePod miniRoam
97.9 × 84.397.962 × 16860
HomePod miniRoamDifference
Height84.3 mm168 mm−83.7 mm
Width97.9 mm62 mm+35.9 mm
Depth97.9 mm60 mm+37.9 mm

Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).

Why is HomePod mini better than Roam?

HomePod mini has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is Roam better than HomePod mini?

Roam has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

Side by side

Sonos RoamSonos Roam≈ $1907.8
Sound
Spatial / 3D audioYes—
Battery & charging
Battery life—10 h
Mains poweredNoNo
Battery powered (portable)NoYes
Connectivity
WirelessYesYes
Bluetooth version55
Bluetooth codecsSBCSBC
Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC)NoNo
aptXNoNo
LDACNoNo
USB-C—Yes
Smart & streaming
Wi-FiYesYes
AirPlayYesYes
MultiroomYes—
Voice assistantSiriAlexa, Google Assistant, Siri
Voice assistant built inYesYes
Companion appYesYes
Design & build
Weight—430 g
Width98 mm62 mm
Height84 mm168 mm
Depth98 mm60 mm
Protection rating—IP67
Water resistance (IPx)—IPx7
Dust protection (IP)—6
Features
Hands-free callsYesYes
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