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HomePod (2nd gen) — Smart/Portable · $299
Apple

HomePod (2nd gen)

Smart/Portable · $299

85
/ 100
From $299
VS
Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 wins by 3
Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 — Smart/Portable · $1099
Bang & Olufsen

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5

Smart/Portable · $1099

88
/ 100
From $1,099
Specdex verdict

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, HomePod (2nd gen) lands at 85 and Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 at 88. That puts Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick HomePod (2nd gen) if…

  • ✓Easy multi-room with ecosystem
  • ✓App EQ on modern models
  • ✓USB-C/AUX input on some

Pick Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 if…

  • ✓Easy multi-room with ecosystem
  • ✓App EQ on modern models
  • ✓USB-C/AUX input on some
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Design

Tie

Compared on the design sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Sound

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5

Compared on the sound sub-score

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 leads on sound (88 vs 85).

Features

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5

Compared on the features sub-score

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 leads on features (86 vs 83).

Value for money

HomePod (2nd gen)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HomePod (2nd gen) more score per dollar ($299 vs $1,099).

HomePod (2nd gen) 85
vs
88 Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5

Score breakdown

HomePod (2nd gen)
85
sound 85
features 83
design 88
ecosystem 84
Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5
88
sound 88
features 86
design 88
ecosystem 84

Specs side-by-side

HomePod (2nd gen) versus Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 — full spec comparison
Spec HomePod (2nd gen) Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5

HomePod (2nd gen)

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

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5

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: HomePod (2nd gen) vs Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5

Which is better, HomePod (2nd gen) or Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5? +

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is HomePod (2nd gen) worth the price? +

At $299, HomePod (2nd gen) delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in design.

Is Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 worth the price? +

At $1,099, Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Does HomePod (2nd gen) or Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 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.

Which is better for sound, HomePod (2nd gen) or Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5? +

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 — leads on sound (88 vs 85). Compared on the sound sub-score.

Which is better for features, HomePod (2nd gen) or Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5? +

Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 — leads on features (86 vs 83). Compared on the features sub-score.