The Newest Amazon Echo Spot Is Now $45
If you’re looking for a smartwatch in the Amazon ecosystem with basic Alexa functionality, the 2024 Echo Spot might be worth a look, especially with the current price drop to $44.99 from $79.99. It is available in three colors: black, glacial white and ocean blue. It’s great for quick commands like checking the time, asking for the weather, or controlling smart home devices hands-free. However, the screen is reportedly smaller at 2.83 inches, and its 320×240 pixel resolution isn’t the sharpest. Reviewers such as PCMag noted that the display becomes harder to read when viewed from the side.
It connects via dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and supports Amazon Music, Audible and other streaming services like Apple Music and Spotify, although you’ll need to link your streaming accounts in the Alexa app for it to work with Spot. When it comes to audio, the Echo Spot does a decent job, especially if you’re sitting in front of it. For everyday listening (such as podcasts or background music), this is quite normal. But if you’re an audiophile, you might find the sound quality to be a little lacking, which is on par with smart speakers of this size.
If you have Alexa-compatible smart home devices, you can control them through the Echo Spot through the app. However, it does not support video calling or access CCTV footage as this model does not have a camera. If you want a full-fledged smart device with a display, your best option might be the Echo Show 5 , currently priced at $49.99, down from $89.99.