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Top Smart Speakers for 2026 February 2026

Upgrade your home audio with our expert-vetted rankings of the year's best-sounding and smartest speakers.

Updated February 16, 2026

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9.1
Excellent

Next-Gen Stereo Sound

  • Rich stereo separation.
  • Deep, agile bass.
  • Extensive app ecosystem.
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9.1
Excellent

Wall-to-Wall Soundstage

  • Widest stereo audio.
  • Helpful LCD display.
  • Premium aluminum build.
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8.7
Very Good

Perfect Apple Integration

  • 360-degree immersive audio.
  • Seamless iPhone handoff.
  • Compact, mesh design.
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8.6
Very Good

Rich, Room-Filling Sound

  • Crystal-clear vocals.
  • Seamless Google Assistant integration.
  • Adapts to room’s acoustics.

Compare Our Top 2 Picks

Here’s a direct comparison to show you how our ‘Consumer's Best’ choice stacks up against the competition.

Features

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Bose Smart Speaker 500 logo
9.1
9.0
Audio ArchitectureDual-tweeter stereo; 25% larger wooferOpposing custom drivers for widest sound
Voice Assistant SupportSonos Voice, Amazon AlexaGoogle Assistant, Amazon Alexa
Connectivity OptionsWi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C Line-InWi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, 3.5mm Aux
Unique Hardware FeatureHumidity resistant for bathroomsFull-color LCD info screen
Room CalibrationTrueplay (iOS & Android)Standard fixed-acoustic tuning

Our Top Pick

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9.1
Excellent
  • Rich stereo separation.
  • Deep, agile bass.
  • Extensive app ecosystem.

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