The Echo Spot offers many of same features as the Echo Dot (5th Gen), but it also gets you a small touchscreen display. So, which is better for your home?
Amazon has officially revived the Echo Spot for 2024, with the device getting a new design and features to modernize the iconic smart alarm. It joins an ever-growing list of Amazon devices built around Alexa, the most notable of which is the popular Echo Dot . But what exactly is the difference between these two smart devices, and which is better for your home?
Contents From pricing and design to sound quality and more, here’s what you need to know about the Echo Spot and Echo Dot before making a purchase. Recommended Videos Pricing and design The new Echo Spot costs $80, making it much more expensive than the $50 Echo Dot . The two share similar footprints, with the circular Dot clocking in with a diameter around 4 inches and the Echo Spot standing around 4 inches tall and 4 inches deep. The big difference is that the Echo Spot features a semicircle design with a touchscreen display. The Echo Dot, meanwhile, is controlled largely via voice commands.
However, the Echo Dot is equipped with a Temperature Sensor — one of the few advantages it has over the Echo Spot.Which is better for your smart home? The Echo Spot and Echo Dot share many of the same features. But because the Echo Dot is $30 cheaper, it’s likely the better option for most shoppers. With the same speaker as the Echo Spot, support for Alexa, and a stylish design, it works incredibly well as a central hub for a connected smart home.
The Echo Spot works just as well, and there’s no denying its display makes it easier to use certain applications. That’s especially true when using it as an alarm clock, as you can quickly see the time and customize its appearance to fit your personality. So if you plan to place your device on a nightstand, the Echo Spot is an easy recommendation.
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