These are not really the same size class, and that is the honest framing here. The Apple HomePod Mini ranks #10 of 15 powered desktop speakers by sound quality at $149.36; the Devialet Mania ranks #54 of 117 large speakers by sound quality at $899.
Why pick the Apple HomePod Mini: A tiny Siri smart speaker that hears you even at full volume and gives decent bass for its size. It links with other speakers (AirPlay 2 multi-room), which the Devialet Mania cannot. The tradeoff: SoundGuys’ listed cons include no mute button at all, an occasionally annoying Handoff prompt, and no direct Spotify integration since Siri only launches Apple Music by voice.
The Devialet Mania is the battery-powered, tougher option. A compact, good looking Wi-Fi and Bluetooth stereo speaker with Alexa built in and splash resistance. Its battery is rated for 10 hours, while the Apple HomePod Mini needs an outlet. It is rated IPX4, while the Apple HomePod Mini has no water resistance. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Apple HomePod Mini lacks. Watch for: Not very loud.
Buy the Apple HomePod Mini at $149.36 if you want a powered desktop speaker. Buy the Devialet Mania at $899 if you want a large speaker instead.
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A tiny Siri smart speaker that hears you even at full volume and gives decent bass for its size.
A compact, good looking Wi-Fi and Bluetooth stereo speaker with Alexa built in and splash resistance.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Apple HomePod Mini | Devialet Mania | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $149.36 each | $899.00 |
| Ranked | #10 of 15 in Small Size Powered Desktop Speakers | #54 of 117 in Large Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Battery Life | No Battery | 10 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None | IPX4 |
| Party Mode | Yes (AirPlay 2 multi-room) | No |
| Power Input | External AC adapter (USB-C) | USB-C |
| Stereo | No | Yes |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs (345 g) | 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| App | Yes (Apple Home) | No |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes (4 far-field mics, no mute button) | Yes |
| EQ | No | No |
| Power Bank | No | No |
| TWS | Yes (stereo pairing via Home app) | Yes |
| Drivers | Full-range driver + dual passive bass radiators | 4x aluminum fullrange drivers, 2x woofers |
| Inputs | Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2 | - |
| XLR Input | No | - |
| RCA Input | No | - |
| TRS Input | No | - |
| Optical Input | No | - |
| Coaxial Input | No | - |
| USB Input | No | - |
| HDMI Input | No | - |
| AES Input | No | - |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| Dimensions | 3.3” x 3.9” (84.3 x 97.9 mm) (H x diameter) | 6.9” x 7.6” x 5.5” (176 x 193 x 139 mm) |
| Voice Assistants | Apple Siri | Amazon Alexa |
| Streaming Services | AirPlay 2, Apple Music (direct voice control); other services via AirPlay only | - |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 47Hz |
| Bluetooth Codecs | - | SBC |
| Omnidirectional | - | No |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.0 |
| Frequency Response | - | 30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Amplifier Power | - | 176W |
| Maximum SPL | - | 95dB (Manufacturer specified) |
| Digital Aux Input | - | No |
| Strap | - | No |
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