Google Nest Mini 2nd Gen Review: Rated 2.9/5

Last updated: November 6, 2026

The Google Nest Mini 2nd Gen is rated 2.9/5 for sound quality, #14 of 15 Small Size Powered Desktop Speakers. See all Powered Home rankings for every top pick.

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Brand: Google

#14 Google Nest Mini 2nd Gen: $119.00 each Discontinued Amazon $119.00 eBay

Newer model: the Google Home Speaker, ranked higher, rated 3/5, released Jun 2026. It drops stereo pairing and AAC. See every Google Nest and Home Speakers generation.

Pros: A tiny Google Assistant speaker that responds quickly, raises its volume over background noise and has a mic mute switch. Digital Trends’ review found it responds quickly, automatically raises music and response volume over background noise, and is built from recycled plastic. Its 40mm driver is clearer through the midrange and treble than the larger-driver Amazon Echo Dot 3rd Gen it was tested against, though the Echo had more bass and outright volume. A physical microphone mute switch is on the side.

Cons: Digital Trends’ main complaint was that maximum volume could be louder, and RTINGS’ independent review agrees, naming it their one real weakness. There is no 3.5mm or other wired audio input of any kind. This model has been discontinued by Google in favor of the newer Google Home Speaker, so current retail listings run well above the original $49 launch price as remaining stock sells through resellers.

ReleasedOct 2019 (7 years ago)
AES InputNo
AppYes (Google Home)
Aux InputNo
Battery LifeNo Battery
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBC, AAC
Bluetooth Version5.0
Built-in MicrophoneYes (3 far-field mics, hardware mute switch)
Coaxial InputNo
Dimensions1.7” x 3.9” x 3.9” (42 x 98 x 98 mm) (H x W x D)
Drivers40mm driver
EQYes (Bass/Treble, via Google Home app)
HDMI InputNo
IP RatingNone
InputsWi-Fi, Bluetooth, Chromecast
Optical InputNo
Party ModeYes (Wi-Fi multi-room, Chromecast built-in)
Power BankNo
Power InputExternal AC adapter (15W, DC jack)
RCA InputNo
StereoNo
Streaming ServicesChromecast built-in, Spotify Connect
TRS InputNo
TWSYes (Wi-Fi stereo pairing via Google Home app)
USB InputNo
Voice AssistantsGoogle Assistant / Gemini for Home
Weight0.4 lbs (181 g)
Wi-FiYes
XLR InputNo

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