The Google Nest Mini 2nd Gen ($35-$55) is worth considering with a 7.8/10 consensus score across 12 expert reviews. Experts highlight very affordable entry to google ecosystem and wall-mountable. CNET says: "The Nest Mini is the cheapest way to get Google Assistant in every room" Best for: Budget buyers, Google ecosystem entry, Multi-room fill speakers.

Google Nest Mini 2nd Gen — Good Value per expert consensus
Good Value12 Expert Reviews
Price Range$35-$55
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Google Nest Mini 2nd Gen

Smart Speakers

Consensus Score — 12 experts

7.8/10

Updated 3 weeks ago

The Nest Mini is the cheapest way to get Google Assistant in every room
CNET7.5/10

Key Features

  • Compact design
  • Wall mount
  • Google Assistant
  • Multi-room audio

Best For

Budget buyersGoogle ecosystem entryMulti-room fill speakers

What Experts Agree On

What Experts Love

  • Very affordable entry to Google ecosystem
  • Wall-mountable
  • Decent sound for size
  • Google Assistant

Common Criticisms

  • Tiny speaker, limited bass
  • No hub functionality
  • No 3.5mm audio out

What The Experts Say

CN
The Nest Mini is the cheapest way to get Google Assistant in every room
CNET7.5/10

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