Amazon Alexa vs. Google Assistant: Which Voice Assistant Is Best for You?

Smart speakers and displays are good for anyone who wants a digital assistant to play music, answer silly questions, deliver news reports, and turn the lights off, pretty please. We’ve tested the major voice-activated smart speakers and displays, and for most people the only ones worth considering are Alexa and Google Assistant devices. If you’re new to smart speakers, the Amazon Echo Dot and Google Nest Mini (2nd Generation) are low-cost yet full-featured devices, making them great for trying out these platforms.