There are two new personal assistants – Amazon Alexa Dot vs Google Home Mini. Amazon & Google are also offering there larger Amazon Alexa & Google Home which are more expensive. Apple HomePod is coming soon.
Google Home Mini vs Amazon Alexa Dot vs Apple HomePod
Google Home Mini
Has had some special offers recently if you buy two you get a discounted price.
Need to use with Google Chromecast to play & control your TV shows & movies.
Pros
Sounds better than Amazon Dot
Link to your google account.
Cons
Can play to another speaker without Google Chromecast.
Amazon Alexa Dot
Offers ability to use with a number of apps including Spotify, Amazon Video, NAB, Virgin Australia, Qantas and much more as soon as it is released.
Ability to check weather, traffic etc.
Pros
Can transmit to another speaker via blue tooth or 3.5mm audio cable
Cons
Sound isn’t as good as Google Home Mini
Apple HomePod
Coming soon