Updated February 2026
Data from Amazon and official Apple and Sonos sites.
2026 verdict
Across the full comparison in 2026, Sonos Era 100 earns the nod. Its clearest strengths are price, rating, and connectivity, and it still looks stronger on integrations and voice assistant. Apple HomePod (2nd gen) still makes sense if hub and sensors is your priority, but most buyers should still lean toward Sonos Era 100. That makes Sonos Era 100 the clearer recommendation in 2026.
| Feature | Apple HomePod (2nd gen) | Sonos Era 100 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $369.99 | $219.00 | Sonos Era 100 |
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.3 | Sonos Era 100 |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth, Ethernet | Sonos Era 100 |
| Integrations | Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant | Sonos Era 100 |
| Hub | Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge | None | Apple HomePod (2nd gen) |
| Voice Assistant | Apple Siri | Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control | Sonos Era 100 |
| Sensors | Temperature, Humidity | None | Apple HomePod (2nd gen) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
$369.99
- + Hub: Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge
- + Sensors: Temperature, Humidity
- - Price: $369.99 vs $219.00
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.3
Winner
$219.00
- + Price: $219.00
- + Rating: 4.3
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
- - Hub: None vs Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge
- - Sensors: None vs Temperature, Humidity
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: Apple HomePod (2nd gen) or Sonos Era 100?
- Sonos Era 100 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and connectivity.
- What is the biggest difference between Apple HomePod (2nd gen) and Sonos Era 100?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: Apple HomePod (2nd gen) lists $369.99, while Sonos Era 100 lists $219.00.
- Which one looks better on price?
- Apple HomePod (2nd gen) is listed at $369.99, while Sonos Era 100 is listed at $219.00. Sonos Era 100 (better spec).
- Who should buy Apple HomePod (2nd gen)?
- Choose Apple HomePod (2nd gen) if your priority is hub and sensors and that matters more than price.
- Who should buy Sonos Era 100?
- Choose Sonos Era 100 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than hub.
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