Question 1

Which is better, Sonos Era 100 or Apple HomePod 2nd Gen?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Sonos Era 100 scores higher overall at 9.2/10. The Sonos Era 100 scored 9.2/10 and the Apple HomePod 2nd Gen scored 8.8/10 in our Best Smart Speakers for Music 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Sonos Era 100 worth it over the Apple HomePod 2nd Gen?

Accepted Answer

The Sonos Era 100 scores 9.2/10 while the Apple HomePod 2nd Gen scores 8.8/10. The Sonos Era 100 is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Smart Speakers for Music 2026 category.

Sonos Era 100 vs Apple HomePod 2nd Gen: Which to Buy?