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HomePod mini vs. Amazon Echo vs. Google Nest Audio: Which $99 smart speaker should you get?

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The Google Home Mini has some advantages over the Echo Dot, especially in sound quality, but Amazon's little smart speaker is simply more versatile.

From design and smart home capabilities to sound quality and value, here's how these premium smart speakers compare.

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