Between the HomePod (1st gen) and Move (1st gen), the HomePod (1st gen) comes out ahead in several specs, while the Move (1st gen) wins on several specs. Overall, the HomePod (1st gen) scores 47.8 and the Move (1st gen) scores 47.8 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
These two are evenly matched on the broad strokes, with the decision sitting on which individual spec advantages weigh more for your use.
The HomePod (1st gen) doesn't pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec table groups rather than the headline advantages.
The Move (1st gen) similarly doesn't carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.
Both ship with comparable output, dolby atmos, matter / thread, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: there is no wrong answer here — match the spec advantages to how you actually use the product. The Mars Score parity tells you both are well-rounded; the differences are about trade-offs, not quality.
Why Apple - HomePod (1st gen) wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why Sonos - Move (1st gen) wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Audio
| Spec | Apple - HomePod (1st gen) | Sonos - Move (1st gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Output | 60 W | 60 W |
| Stereo pairing | true | true |
| Dolby Atmosⓘ | false | false |
Assistant & Smart Home
| Spec | Apple - HomePod (1st gen) | Sonos - Move (1st gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Voice assistant | Siri | Alexa |
| Matter / Thread | false | false |
| Zigbee hub | false | false |
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