Several Amazon Smart Speakers Are Already on Sale
When it comes to smart speakers, Amazon Echo and Google Home are the big dogs. Make sure you understand the differences between the two voice assistants before choosing one—personally, I like the Google Home app better than the Amazon equivalent, but Google’s smart speakers themselves don’t seem as good as the Echo’s.
If you decide the Echo is what you want, Amazon is having a sale on Echo devices right now , many of which also include the Sengled smart light.
Echo Dot, 5th generation
The fifth-generation Echo Dot will be released in 2022 and is priced better than the older fourth-generation model. The Echo Dot has some unique features such as an internal sensor that can detect the ambient temperature of a room and can also be used as an Eero Mesh Wi-Fi extender. The Echo Dot usually retails for $49.99, but you can buy it right now bundled with a Sengled smart light for $34.99. Check out PCMag’s review to help you make your final decision.
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Echo Dot 5th Generation – $34.99 (originally $49.99)
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Echo Dot 5th Gen with Clock Display – $39.99 (originally $59.99)
Echo Pop
If you’re looking for a more budget-friendly option, consider the Echo Pop . You can think of it as the 5th generation Echo Dot cut in half, with a flat face instead of a spherical look. Don’t expect the same volume levels as the Echo Dot, although it has balanced audio and works as an Eero Wi-Fi hub. You can get it for 58% off right now, although I saw it for $17.99 on Prime Day. Read PCMag’s full review here .
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Echo Pop – $24.99 (originally $40)
Amazon Echo Show 8
Echo Show 8 is the second generation of the Echo Show line. Its 8-inch screen and front-facing camera set it apart from the Dot, but otherwise it has the same basic features. Like other Echo devices, I saw it go down in price during Prime Day. You can read more about its features here .
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Echo Show 8 – $89.99 (originally $149.99)