Between the HomePod mini and Boom 2 Plus, the HomePod mini comes out ahead in several specs, while the Boom 2 Plus wins on output power and low-end response. Overall, the HomePod mini scores 39.2 and the Boom 2 Plus scores 76.4 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Boom 2 Plus is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 37.2 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
The HomePod mini doesn't pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the Boom 2 Plus if you care most about output power and low-end response. Its strongest claims are output power, low-end response, water resistance, among others.
Both ship with comparable stereo pairing, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Boom 2 Plus is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Apple - HomePod mini wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why Anker - Boom 2 Plus wins
- ▲Output power — 600.00% more. 140 W vs 20 W.
- ▲Low-end response — 5.00 Hz less. 45 vs 50.
- ▲Water resistance: IP67 (vs IPX0).
- ▲Battery: 20 h vs 0 h.
Spec comparison
Audio
| Spec | Apple - HomePod mini | Anker - Boom 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Output power | 20 W | 140 Wlead |
| Low-end response | 50 Hz | 45 Hzlead |
| Stereo pairing | true | true |
Durability
| Spec | Apple - HomePod mini | Anker - Boom 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Water resistanceⓘ | IPX0 | IP67lead |
| Weight | 345 glead | 2700 g |
Battery
| Spec | Apple - HomePod mini | Anker - Boom 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 0 h | 20 hlead |
| USB out (powerbank) | false | truelead |
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