WiiM Mini Wireless Audio Streamer Hi-Res

Tiny Streamer, Big Upgrade

The WiiM Mini is the smallest, simplest way to add streaming to any hi-fi or powered speakers. Barely bigger than a hockey puck, it brings hi-res streaming, AirPlay 2 and multi-room audio to an old amp or a new one, with an analogue and optical output to suit almost anything. It's the cheapest ticket into proper wireless streaming.

Why You'll Love It

• Streaming, anywhere it plugs in: Connect its 3.5mm or optical output to any amp, receiver or powered speakers and it adds Spotify, TIDAL, Qobuz and more, all from the WiiM Home app.

• Works with Apple and Alexa: AirPlay 2 streams straight from an iPhone or Mac, and it responds to Siri and Alexa voice control, so it slots into an existing setup.

• Whole-home on a budget: Already have systems in other rooms? Add a Mini to each one's amp or powered speakers and group them in the app for synced audio all over the house, far cheaper than dedicated wireless speakers.

Under the Hood

• True hi-res playback: A TI stereo DAC handles audio up to 24-bit/192kHz with a 106dB SNR, so streams come through clean and detailed from a device this small.

• Wireless and Bluetooth: Dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 keep it connected, with an AUX input to bring an analogue source in and an optical output to feed a better DAC or amp.

• Set and forget: Gapless playback, adaptive EQ and automatic delay calibration keep everything in sync, and it runs on USB-C power from almost any charger.

CHT Insider Verdict

The Mini is the cheapest way to put streaming into a system that doesn't have it, and for a bedroom, study or second system it's all most people need. It skips the Pro's Ethernet, Chromecast and extra outputs, but if you just want AirPlay and the streaming apps on an existing amp, it punches well above its tiny price. Step up to the Pro if you want a wired connection or more outputs.

Pro Tip: One heads-up: the Mini is USB-C powered but comes with only the cable, not a wall plug. Any standard 5V phone charger, or a spare USB port on your TV or amp, will run it, so you probably already have one on hand.