FYI: Updated this list recently.
Nowadays, smart speakers are becoming the most sought-after devices. With the technological advancements in recent times, you can do virtually anything with your voice. You can make calls, listen to music, or work on any other task using these intelligent speakers. But if you are in India and looking for a good quality speaker which is also affordable, then this post is for you.
Here, are some of the best smart speakers that are available for under 10000 rupees in India.
Best smart speaker under 10000 rupees in India
1. Lenovo Smart Display (Overall best Pick)
Lenovo smart display is the overall best choice if you are looking for a smart speaker with a display, good sound, and also a camera to make video calls directly from the device.
It comes with a 7-inch display and front-facing download speaker which sounds really good while streaming anything. It runs on Google Assistant which is really responsive and accurate.
There is also a built-in camera right on the top which lets you make video calls using Google Duo right from the device. For privacy, there is also a dedicated button that can be used to turn off the camera and microphone.
Overall if you are looking for a speaker with a display, camera, and good sound with Good assistance Lenovo smart display is the best choice for you.
- Watch YouTube videos or listen to music online.
- Assisted video calls with Google Duos
- Use it as a Google Photos Photoframe
- Voice or touch control all Smart Home Devices
- Google Assistant helps you manage daily tasks, and check the weather, news, and maps.
- Bluetooth music streaming
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2. Echo Show 8 (Also Great)
Amazon’s echo show 8 is another great option if you can spend more for better sound quality, Amazon Alexa, and also a better camera while you are on video calls that can also track your moment
Amazon’s echo 8 2nd generation is the latest version of the Smart speaker that launched in India recently. From the looks, it almost looks the same as echo 1st generation.
It comes with a large 8 inch HD touch screen with Alexa Support. If you use Alexa-powered home devices this is the one you should get without any second thought.
The sound is really good. It is better than most speakers at this price segment.
It also comes with a built-in camera that can also track you while you are on a video call. It works fine most of the time. For privacy, there is a physical mute button and also a camera shutter.
Overall if you can spend more on the best sound quality, display, and want an Alexa-powered device and also an alternative to Lenovo smart display 7, Amazon Echo show 8 is the best choice for you.
- With the dual stereo speakers and an 8” HD screen, the new Echo Show 8 delivers a delightful entertainment experience.
- Simply ask for your favourite TV series or movies from Amazon Prime Video and Netflix or ask Alexa to play your favourite music from Amazon Prime Music, Spotify, JioSaavn, Apple Music, Hungama music or Gaana.
- Alexa will now also show you music playlists or station recommendations based on the song playing on Amazon Prime Music or Spotify, making it easier to discover your next favourite artist or song.
- You can also sing along to your favourite songs with on-screen lyrics from Amazon Prime Music.
- Set up and control thousands of Wi-Fi-connected smart home appliances such as lights, plugs, AC, fans, TVs, geysers and more that work with Alexa.
- Remotely monitor your home and view the live video feed from Echo Show 8’s camera on your smartphone or other Echo Show devices.
- Make hands-free video calls with Alexa to your friends and family, having the Alexa app or other Echo Show devices without worrying about keeping yourself in the frame.
- The improved 13 MP camera with auto framing feature can pan and zoom to make sure you and your family are always in frame.
- Just ask to set timers and reminders, pay mobile and electricity bills, get weather updates, cook along to your favourite recipes, catch up on the latest news, and much more.
- Echo Show devices are designed with multiple layers of privacy protection, including microphone and camera controls, and the ability to view and delete your voice recordings.
- Echo Show 8, like all new generation devices, comes with built-in covers to close the camera.
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3. Google Nest Hub 2nd Gen (Best in Budget)
If you are on a budget and looking for a smart speaker with Google Assistant, touch display, and don’t want to make video calls, Google Nest hub is the best choice for you.
There is a 7-inch touch screen HD display, good sounding speaker. And comes with two microphones to pick up your voice.
More than the hardware, The software experience is really good on the Google Nest hub. You can have six people can have their own personalized profiles and also can set up six personalized routines.
There is no built-in camera on this Google Nest Hub which means you cannot make any video calls using this Google Nest hub which can be a deal-breaker for some people, especially during this pandemic.
Overall if you are on a budget, Google Nest Hub 2nd Gen is the best choice you should make. In India, The Google Nest HUB starts around 6,999/- which is the lowest price for any speaker on this list.
- It comes with a 7-inch edge-to-edge touch screen display
- Get the most out of Google—Search, YouTube, Photos, Calendar, Maps, and more.
- Nest Hub doesn’t have a camera, you can put it anywhere in your home.
- Nest Hub can act as a smart photo frame, displaying your favourite memories from Google Photos.
- Each of the six people in the house can have their own personalised Routine.
- It has a full-range speaker for the best video and audio experience on YouTube, Netflix, Hotstar, Spotify, YouTube Music, Gaana, JioSaavn, etc.
- It has two microphones that pick voice really well
- A dedicated switch at the back mutes the mic.
- Cast media from your phone or tablet to the Nest Hub with Google Home.
- It has support for WiFi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz/5GHz) and Bluetooth 5.0.
- Comes in Chalk and Charcoal colours
- The Indian version doesn’t have gesture-sensing Soli tech for sleep tracking.
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4. Apple HomePod Mini (Apple Ecosystem)
If you are on an Apple ecosystem, and looking for a good-sounding speaker, the Home Pod mini is the only choice you should make because you have no other option.
Like any Apple device, the Home Pod mini perfectly fits into the Apple ecosystem. The best thing about this speaker is the sound, it sounds really good for the size and also the design which I am a big fan of personally and the privacy which is a concern these days.
Siri, the smart assistant apple uses on this speaker is far behind Google and Amazon Alexa in terms of smart capabilities.
- 360-degree audio experience
- It has three dedicated microphones for the keyword and another to isolate sound.
- Apple has added the ability to stereo pair two HomePod Mini speakers.
- By bringing the iPhone close to the HomePod Mini, users can seamlessly transfer music from their iPhone to the HomePod Mini.
- HomePod Minis can be used to control other smart home devices and even as an intercom between them.
- HomePod Mini include Siri Shortcuts, Ambient sounds, Find My, Web search results and Music alarms.
- Apple Homepage mini comes in Blue, Yellow, orange, and white. space Grey colours.
- The new Apple Music Voice Plan subscription tier will work with the HomePod Mini.
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Full comparison of Products we listed
| Name | Lenovo Smart Display | Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen, 2021 release) | Qubo Smart Speaker | Google Nest Hub | Apple HomePod Mini(for apple ecosystem users only) |
| Design | Rectangular | Rectangular | Rectangular | Rectangular | Circular |
| Display | Yes(7 inches) | Yes(8 inches) | Yes(2.8 inches) | Yes(7 inches) | No |
| Assitant Support | Google Assistant | Alexa | Alexa | Google Assistant | Siri |
| Dimensions | 176x15x83mm | 200x135x99mm | 104x102x188mm | 673x178118mm | 97X84x40mm |
| Rugged | No | No | No | No | No |
| Sound Quality | 2×1.5 inch 5W stereo speakers(Decent) | 2×2.0 inch 10w neodymium speakers(Decent) | 2x5W speaker(Average) | No Info(Decent) | No Info(Decent) |
| 360 Degree Audio | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Connection Type | Bluetooth and Wifi | Bluetooth and Wifi | Bluetooth and Wifi | Bluetooth and Wifi | Bluetooth and Wifi |
| Connect to other speakers | No | No | No | No | No |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | No Info | No Info | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Button Controls | Physical | Physical | Physical | Physical | Touch Controls |
| Power Input Type | Plug n Play | Plug n Play | Plug n Play | Plug n Play | Plug n Play |
| Turn off mic | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No Info |
Note: Qubo Smart Speaker is out of stock. we removed it from the list
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