Apple
Apple HomePod (2nd Gen)
Spatial Audio · Siri · Matter hub
88
/ 100
From $299
VS
Sonos
Sonos Era 300 · White
Smart/Portable · $449
88
/ 100
From $449
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) lands at 88 and Sonos Era 300 · White at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) if…
- ✓Best mono speaker sound at this price
- ✓Built-in Matter hub
- ✓Adaptive room sensing
Pick Sonos Era 300 · White if…
- ✓Easy multi-room with ecosystem
- ✓App EQ on modern models
- ✓USB-C/AUX input on some
Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) 88
vs 88 Sonos Era 300 · White
Score breakdown
Apple HomePod (2nd Gen)
88 sound 92
features 88
ease 96
value 84
design 0
ecosystem 0
Sonos Era 300 · White
88 sound 88
features 86
ease 0
value 0
design 88
ecosystem 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) | Sonos Era 300 · White |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 4″ woofer + 5 tweeters | — |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6, BT 5.0, Thread, Matter | — |
| Voice | Siri | — |
| Spatial | Dolby Atmos Music | — |
| Trueplay tuning | Auto room-sensing | — |
| Weight | 2.3 kg | — |
Apple HomePod (2nd Gen)
Pros
- +Best mono speaker sound at this price
- +Built-in Matter hub
- +Adaptive room sensing
Cons
- −Apple ecosystem only
- −No 3.5mm input
- −No Spotify Connect (still 2025!)
Sonos Era 300 · White
Pros
- +Easy multi-room with ecosystem
- +App EQ on modern models
- +USB-C/AUX input on some
Cons
- −Brand ecosystem lock-in
- −Subscription features on some
- −Bass limits at lower sizes
FAQ: Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) vs Sonos Era 300 · White
Which is better, Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) or Sonos Era 300 · White? +
Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) worth the price? +
At $299, Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in ease.
Is Sonos Era 300 · White worth the price? +
At $449, Sonos Era 300 · White delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.
Does Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) or Sonos Era 300 · White last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.