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Google Nest Mini 2
The Google Nest Mini 2 lands as a entry-level smart speaker, built around Google Assistant.
50/100
Google AssistantWi-FicharcoalBluetooth
£66.99best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Chromecast
- Scores 50/100
- No spatial audio
- No matter
Score profile
Scored against the smart speakers classWhere the Google Nest Mini 2 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Assistant
Voice assistantGoogle Assistant
Design
Colourcharcoal
Connectivity and smart home
Wi-FiWi-Fi
BluetoothBluetooth
ChromecastYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowGoogle Nest Mini 2 vs Sonos Sonos Era 100 SL
Google Nest Mini 2Sonos Era 100 SL
| GoogleGoogle Nest Mini 2This page | SonosSonos Era 100 SL | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50 /100 | 53 /100Better |
| Voice assistant | Google Assistant | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | — |
| WIFI | — | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the Google Nest Mini 2 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable smart speaker for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need spatial audio, in which case a higher-tier smart speaker is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Google Nest Mini 2 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other smart speakers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the Google Nest Mini 2?
Its chromecast stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Sonos Era 100 SL?
The Sonos Era 100 SL scores 53/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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