Google's Nest Audio speaker is the best bet for stereo pairing ... You can also pair your HomePods with your Apple TV for surround sound theater. The smaller speakers won't blow you away ...

I think it’s fair to say I’ve tested over fifty speakers ... best when you take full advantage of Siri and Apple’s smart home features. You can tell the HomePod to turn on your Apple TV ...

Since they first came about, smart speakers have been pretty game ... just like on the Mini's bigger sibling. Again, Apple Music works best with the HomePod Mini, though you can still beam Spotify ...