A smart speaker is a type of audio device that combines the functions of a speaker with a virtual assistant and voice control. The most famous brands that make smart speakers are Amazon, Google, Apple, and Sonos.
Amazon’s popular line of smart speakers is the Amazon Echo, which comes in a variety of sizes and styles, including the Echo Dot, Echo Show, and Echo Studio. All of these have Alexa. Meanwhile, Google offers the Google Nest line of speakers with Google Assistant, and Apple’s smart speaker range (HomePod) has Siri. Then there’s Sonos, which offers premium sound combined with support for popular voice assistants.
This guide tells you which of these smart speakers are worth buying, and what you get for your money.
