10 Reviews: Best Voice Assistant for iOS (Sep 2023)

The smart assistant Siri is included in this Apple Homepod mini. Apple claims that the HomePod is the safer, more private solution, as well as the best and most obvious choice for those who are already invested in the Apple ecosystem and listen to Apple Music. You can, of course, enjoy a great Apple Music experience. In fact, when you buy this speaker, you get six months of free Apple Music.

"The best Bluetooth speaker for the money if you are already within the Apple Ecosystem. This thing has a broad feature set that is not limited to just playing music over Bluetooth. Setup is easy and if you’re using other Apple products playing music through the speaker DOES NOT require you to go connect to it in your Bluetooth settings every time you wanna use it. I didn’t realize how crucial this was until we got one and I experienced it for myself."

by joshgifford

It has an IPX4 water resistance rating, which means it can tolerate minor splashes of water, so you don’t have to worry about it becoming wet from light rain when you take it outside. It’s smaller than the Sonos Move, making it easier to take with you when you’re out and about, and it has a wider soundscape. This speaker includes Google Assistant and Alexa, and it can comprehend you from a long distance and in noisy environments.

"Exceptional sound quality and connecting via WiFi is a plus. My brother had one and was jealous every time we’d use it by the pool so finally got my own. Worth it.

by Amazon Customer

The Amazon Echo Dot is a voice-activated, hands-free device that uses Amazon Echo’s far-field voice control. Dot has a small built-in speaker that may connect to your speakers through Bluetooth or the included audio wire. Make it simple for yourself at home. Set timers, ask questions, add items to lists, and create calendar events and reminders. Check the news or the traffic and weather forecast. There are many Alexa skills available, including Headspace and Sleep Sounds. And accomplish it all with just your voice.

" I have been an early adopter of Amazon technology for the better part of a decade. This is my first full-size echo although, I have had the show, show 2, show 5, show 8 and every other generation of dot including this new fourth GEN. This is amazing.."

by Jeffrey Campbell

This well-built portable smart speaker has Alexa and Google Assistant built-in, and it has no issue registering your requests even when you’re far away from it or in a noisy environment. You can activate your assistant with your voice and mute the speaker’s microphone when you don’t want it to hear you. It has bass and treble controls so you may tailor the sound profile to your preferences. You may also use the app to pair the speaker with other compatible speakers to make a stereo pair, or to listen to different audio in different rooms throughout your house at the same time.

"Got into Sonos when we were deciding what kind of audio setup to do in the backyard. It was recommended to me by a local AV company. Now I've purchased 3 more units. Best part about Sonos, aside from fantastic audio quality and design, is that no matter what unit you get they all sync togethe.."

by Derek

The Google Nest Audio is an all-in-one smart home controller, information hub, and entertainment source. It looks great in nearly any setting because of its sleek form and cloth covering. With easy spoken commands, the Nest Audio can provide you with the weather, news updates, and reminders. Use it to pass the time by listening to music, podcasts, and internet radio stations. The Nest Audio can operate a variety of smart home devices and systems. It also has Bluetooth, which is not only suitable for iOS but also for android. 

"Google is finally realizing that one of the biggest reasons people buy a smart speaker is to be... a speaker. First generation Google Home was a great smart device and a mediocre speaker. Now with the Nest Audio we finally have an incredible Google Assistant device with an incredible speaker. I love the sound it produces. .."

by PugDad

The SONOS One is designed for audiophiles that like well-balanced sound. This speaker impresses users with its accurate reproduction of a wide range of sounds and a bass that is surprisingly powerful for its size. It also has Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, because voice control of your music library is a must-have feature in any modern, connected home. You’ll be as surprised as we were by how well these two technologies work together.

Belkin’s smart speaker connects to Alexa or Bluetooth to play your favorite music, and its dual woofer delivers deep bass without any vibration. The device also functions as a wireless phone charger, capable of charging Qi-enabled devices up to 10-watts. Devialet’s Speaker Active Matching (SAM) technology guarantees absolute fidelity and great performance, and you can also charge your iOS device by just removing the phone case.

"It has the bass that goes boom!!!!Wow for a bed side phone charger, thing has more base than my car stereo. Crazy!! Does charge the iPhone 12 as well with Otterbox Sementry Cover on iphone. Alexa works most of time. I would recommend, as I purchased for $200."

by James

While listening to music on the Sony SRS smart speaker, you’ll experience immersive, room-filling sound because the sound is spread in all directions. Place it in any room, and sound calibration software automatically adjusts the volume levels to match the environment, resulting in a consistently excellent listening experience. Bluetooth allows you to connect your devices even your television, but it also comes equipped with Wi-Fi, Chromecast, Alexa, Google Assistant, and Spotify Connect.

"..The song speakers look so good and sound really good. They also have different ways of connecting to my PC, Mac, iPhone, and Android. It has Bluetooth, wired, airplay, and wifi play. So I can literally switch between my devices so easily by just tapping the modes on top..."

by Yuri

The Bose Soundbar 300 is currently the best smart soundbar on the market. It boasts an astonishingly small footprint, a quick setup, and audio performance suitable for a home entertainment centerpiece, and it’s compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. The Bose Soundbar 300’s outstanding sound comes from four full-range audio speakers and a center-placed tweeter. “A terrific pick for music and movies in small-to-medium-sized rooms, with a broad sound and some truly interesting added capabilities,” according to a Digital Trends editor who evaluated the speaker.

"..I love having Alexa in the soundbar as it controls my TV and my FireTV. I use it to listen to music during the day now too working from home now. I honestly feel like the purchase has been 10/10, no regrets and I would 100% recommend to anyone. Great price, ample functionality, and amazing sound."

by theAKDeezy

The Denon speaker is equipped with a 1″ tweeter and a big 3.5″ bass driver, allowing you to enjoy high-resolution music without having to purchase an entire hi-fi system. It can be used with or without Alexa, and it can be connected to other devices such as soundbars or even additional Denon speakers over Wi-Fi to provide a more immersive listening experience across the home.

"..The sound quality is better than I expected for the money; quite satisfying to me. Yes, I think the bass is a little strong, as others have noted, but I think that is adjustable. Actually, I have not tried adjusting it because it does not bother me much..."

by Christopher E. Reid