Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) Review
4.5/5
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Overview
Key Features
Pros & Cons
Pros
- • Rich, full sound with deep bass for its size
- • Eero mesh Wi-Fi built in
- • Temperature sensor for smart home automations
- • Tap-to-transfer music between Echo devices
- • Excellent Alexa smart home hub
- • Motion detection for hands-free routines
- • Ultra Low Power mode saves energy
Cons
- • No 3.5mm audio output (removed from this gen)
- • Still no screen — Echo Dot with Clock costs $10 more
- • Music quality doesn't compete with dedicated speakers
- • Some Alexa features require subscription
Who It's Best For
Specifications
Detailed Analysis
The Verdict
4.5/5
The Echo Dot 5th Gen is the best budget smart speaker you can buy. At $49.99, it delivers surprisingly good audio, acts as a capable smart home hub, and the built-in temperature sensor and Eero mesh Wi-Fi make it far more versatile than a simple speaker. If you want voice control in every room without spending a fortune, this is your pick.
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