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  • BIG VIBRANT SOUND: Experience improved audio – clearer vocals, richer bass – for an immersive Echo Dot experience.
  • MUSIC AND PODCASTS: Enjoy music, audiobooks, and podcasts from Amazon Music, Audible, Apple Music, Spotify and more, via Wi-fi or Bluetooth.
  • HAPPY TO HELP: Ask Alexa for weather updates, timers, answers, and playful interactions.
  • SMART LIVING MADE SIMPLE: Control compatible smart home devices with your voice or set routines for temperature-based actions.
  • BETTER TOGETHER: Sync multiple compatible Echo devices or pair with Fire TV to create a cinematic experience.
  • EERO BUILT-IN – Turn your Echo device into a Wi-Fi extender in minutes with compatible Echo and eero devices.
  • PRIVACY PROTECTION: Built with multiple layers of privacy control, including a Microphone Off button that electronically disconnects the microphones.
  • SUSTAINABILITY: Integrated in the design with 99% of packaging coming from responsibly managed forests or recycled sources, 95% use of post-consumer recycled fabric and 55% post-consumer recycled plastics.
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Small size, big possibilities

Our most popular smart speaker features a sleek design and improved audio for vibrant sound anywhere in your home. With Echo Dot, you can stay on track with help from Alexa and control compatible smart home devices.


Small size, big possibilities
Small size, big possibilities

Our best-sounding Echo Dot yet

Echo Dot features improved speaker quality, delivering clearer vocals and deeper bass for rich vibrant sound. Just ask Alexa to play music, podcasts and audiobooks and enjoy a dynamic audio experience anywhere in your home. Learn more about Alexa Entertainment.

“Alexa, play today's hits.”

Our best-sounding Echo Dot yet

Alexa is happy to help

Make your life easier at home. Alexa is ready to help throughout the day with weather forecasts, news updates, hands-free timers, reminders, answers to your questions and can even tell you jokes.

Help keep your home comfortable

“Alexa, turn on the living room lights.”

Voice control for your home

Voice control for your home

Paired with compatible light bulbs, thermostats, and more, Echo Dot, with built-in motion and temperature sensors, lets you control your smart home when you’re at home or away. Create routines to automatically turn on/off lights or play music at a scheduled time or when you walk into a room. Learn more about the different ways you can connect your smart home device.

Tap to pause music or snooze alarms

With a simple tap you can pause a song or end a call. Need a few extra minutes of sleep? Just tap to snooze.

Tap to pause music or snooze alarms

Alexa and Echo devices are built with multiple layers of privacy protection.

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Echo Dot + another Echo

Echo Dot + another Echo

Fill your home with music using compatible Echo devices in different rooms. Learn more about Multi-Room Audio.

Echo Dot + Fire TV

Echo Dot + Fire TV

Watch TV with immersive sound when you set up Alexa Home Cinema with compatible devices. Learn more about Alexa Home Cinema.

Simple to set up and use

Step 1

Step 1

Plug in Echo Dot.

Step 2

Step 2

Connect to the internet using the Alexa app.

Step 3

Step 3

Ask Alexa for music, weather, news and more.

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99% of this device’s packaging is made of wood fibre-based materials from responsibly managed forests or recycled sources.

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Low Power Mode

To reduce its energy consumption, this device will enter Low Power mode when it is idle. Low Power mode is not available for certain user configurations. To learn more, see Low Power mode restrictions.

Technical details

Echo Dot (5th generation)

Echo Dot (5th generation)

Size

100 x 100 x 89 mm

Weight

340 g
Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process.

Audio

1.73” mm front-firing speaker.

Wi-Fi connectivity

Dual-band Wi-Fi supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 and 5 GHz) networks. Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) Wi-Fi networks.

Smart Home Device Compatibility

Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy Mesh and Matter.

Bluetooth connectivity

Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support for audio streaming from your mobile device to Echo Dot or from Echo Dot to your Bluetooth speaker. Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) to control connected mobile devices with voice. Hands-free voice control is not supported for Mac OS X devices. Bluetooth speakers requiring PIN codes are not supported.

eero Built-in

eero Built-in is available in US, CA and UK only. Your wifi network must use a compatible eero router and your Echo device must stay in range of a compatible eero device. You will need to link your eero and Amazon accounts and manage eero Built-in from the eero mobile application to use this feature. eero Built-in compatible Echo devices support up to 1,000 square feet (92 square metres) of additional coverage, speeds up to 100 Mbps, and 10 or fewer connected devices in the 5 GHz band. Actual performance can vary and certain eero, Echo, or Alexa features may be incompatible with eero Built-in. Learn more about eero Built-in performance, availability and compatibility. Use of eero and eero-related products and services, including eero Built-in, requires creation of an eero account and agreement to eero’s Terms of Service. Review eero’s Privacy Notice.

System requirements

Echo Dot comes ready to connect to your Wi-Fi. The Alexa app is compatible with Fire OS, Android and iOS devices, and also accessible via your web browser. See supported operating systems. Certain skills and services may require subscription or other fees.

Setup technology

Amazon Wi-Fi simple setup enables customers to connect smart devices to their Wi-Fi network in a few easy steps. Wi-Fi simple setup is another way Alexa is always getting smarter. Learn more about Wi-Fi simple setup.

Warranty and service

Amazon Echo Dot (5th generation) is sold with a limited warranty of one year provided by the manufacturer. If you are a consumer, the limited warranty is in addition to your consumer rights, and does not jeopardise these rights in any way. This means you may still have additional rights at law even after the limited warranty has expired (see here for further information on your consumer rights). Use of Amazon Echo Dot is subject to the terms found here.

Accessibility features

The Alexa app and Alexa-enabled products include several features for customers with accessibility needs related to vision, hearing, mobility and speech. Learn more about Alexa accessibility.

Included in the box

Echo Dot (5th generation), white power adaptor (15 W) and Quick Start Guide.

Generation

Echo Dot 5th generation (2022 release)

Privacy features

Wake word technology, streaming indicators, Microphone Off button, the ability to view and delete your voice recordings and more. Visit the Alexa Privacy Hub to explore how Alexa and Echo devices are designed to protect your privacy.

Languages

Alexa speaks English, German, French, Italian and Spanish.

Software security updates

This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own an Amazon Echo, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device.

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Ratings 4.7 out of 5 stars (18,542) 4.7 out of 5 stars (41,782) 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,883) 4.7 out of 5 stars (40,818)
Audio Quality Full Sound Big Vibrant Sound Big Vibrant Sound Premium Room-Filling Sound with Dolby audio
Speakers Front-firing speaker Front-firing speaker Front-firing speaker Neodymium woofer and dual front-firing tweeters
Screen 2.83" with 240 x 320 resolution
Great for Small spaces Bedrooms and small spaces Bedrooms and small spaces Communal spaces like the living or family room
Release Year 2023 2022 2024 2020
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Privacy Controls Built-in microphone off button and in-app privacy controls Built-in microphone off button and in-app privacy controls Built-in microphone off button and in-app privacy controls Built-in microphone off button and in-app privacy controls
Dimensions 99 x 83 x 91 mm 100 mm x 100 mm x 89 mm 113 mm x 103 mm x 111 mm 144 mm x 144 mm x 133 mm

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Customers find the Echo Dot delivers excellent sound quality and is easy to set up and use. Moreover, they appreciate its Alexa integration, with one customer noting it's better than Siri on HomePod, and its design that seamlessly blends into any room decor. Additionally, they like its compact size that fits nicely in any room, and consider it a worthwhile purchase.

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2,547 customers mention ‘Value for money’2,319 positive228 negative

Customers find the Echo Dot to be a fantastic product that delivers exactly as promised.

"...For anyone looking for a budget-friendly smart speaker that doesn't skimp on essential features, the Echo Dot remains a top contender." Read more

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"...with a great credit score, who only eats organic food, works out daily without fail, and vacations at least six times a year...." Read more

2,351 customers mention ‘Sound quality’2,077 positive274 negative

Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the speaker, praising its excellent playback and music capabilities, with one customer noting its ability to pick up quiet voices from meters away.

"...For its size, the sound quality is clear and more than adequate for filling a small to medium-sized room with music or podcasts...." Read more

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1,152 customers mention ‘Ease of setup’1,057 positive95 negative

Customers find the Echo Dot easy to set up and use, with a brilliant installation sequence and straightforward Bluetooth connection process.

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"...with smart home devices, providing hands-free control and convenience. There are fewer downsides as well although not that significant...." Read more

575 customers mention ‘Alexa integration’405 positive170 negative

Customers appreciate the Alexa integration, finding it helpful and noting that it performs better than Siri on HomePod.

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"...Conclusion: if you want good Alexa integration , a more than adequate sound for every day use , and a temp sensor buy this with no qualms that you..." Read more

"...Sound quality is great and plays my audio books. But the ai on alexa is a bit limited" Read more

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423 customers mention ‘Design’420 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the Echo Dot's design, noting its nice color and how it seamlessly blends into any room decor.

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"...Very small sphere which discreetly works in most spaces - looks good. Its well made and is powered by the main adapter so no batteries required." Read more

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372 customers mention ‘Size’343 positive29 negative

Customers appreciate the speaker's compact size, noting that it easily fills smaller rooms and fits nicely in any space.

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It takes the best selling smart speaker and makes it just a little bit better
Two years have passed since I reviewed the Amazon Echo Dot Gen 4 and now we have the new Echo Dot Gen 5 so it’s time to revisit the world of Alexa. If you’re familiar with Echo and Alexa, you’ll only be interested in the first part of this review and you can ignore everything after my device appraisal. I’m sure, though, that many people may be new to smart speakers so I’ve also added sections on how to install the Alexa app, how to set up your new speaker and what you can subsequently do with the Echo Dot. My apologies for going over things that you might already know and a lot of this repeats from my previous review, but there will be for which this is new territory. The Device: The Echo speakers have been around for many years now, and despite the best efforts of Google and Apple, Amazon’s Alexa still remains the smart assistant of choice. The most popular of all smart speakers is the Echo Dot. Other bigger and better sounding speakers are available including Amazon’s own larger Echo, but the Echo Dot has always hit a nice sweet spot of performance and affordability. The first couple of generations of Echo Dots were clearly toes in the water to see if we were ready for smart assistants. They gave us a glimpse of what could be achievable, but they didn’t sound particularly good. We’ve still got a couple of Generation 2 Echo Dots that live in the garage and shed, and they really do sound tinny and weak. That changed with the Generation 3 Echo Dot, of which we have seven around the house, as they sounded so much better. The sound was deeper and the volume could go much higher before losing fidelity. The microphone was also improved, and the entire experience with using Alexa made a big step forward. Two years ago I bought an Echo Dot Generation 4 on release day, and shortly afterwards followed that up with the larger Echo. And today, the Generation 5 arrived. I’ve spent several hours since then playing with it, testing it out alongside my existing speakers and the very similar Generation 4. So, what’s different between the Gen 4 and 5? Well, visually, not very much. The only real difference I could spot was the loss of an auxiliary port from the rear of the new device. Beyond that, no difference at all. I read from the press releases that the 5 is sonically much improved over the 4, but in side-by-side testing I struggled to see much difference between the two. If anything, I felt that Alexa’s voice when she’s talking to you seems like she’s stood a little further away. But it still sounds great. Not just great for the money, but great in general. We have much bigger and better speakers in our house, but when listening to music we almost always play it through the Echo Dots. I’ve got a Bose speaker right next to the Dot in my office, but always use the Dot for music. I work from home and I’m in my office 9-16 hours per day, and the Echo Dot is on for most of that time. If you want the absolute best sound, you’re likely to want to spend much more on a dedicated sound system, but for general, everyday use, the Echo Dot is brilliant. Sound remained stable even at maximum volume, and just as good I found Alexa was able to hear my commands despite cranking the volume up. Something new to the Generation 5 is the introduction of “tap to pause”. A quick tap on the dome of the Echo will pause your music. A simple addition, but so welcome. When someone rings me when I’m working a quick tap is so much better than yelling at Alexa to shut up before I can accept the call. Another tap will resume the music. I have to say, even two years down the line, I still prefer the shape of the Echo Dot Gen 3. I just preferred the puck-shape, and it sat lower to the ground so didn’t obstruct the view of the monitors on my desk. The buttons for volume, action and turning off the microphone are on top of the globe are raised characters resembling a games controller. The status light is around the base of the speaker rather than the top on Gen 3 and earlier devices. Setting up the Echo is, as usual, very simple. If you have a previous Alexa system them it connects straight to your existing network with no input at all. If it’s your first Echo device and assuming you have the Alexa app you go to Devices, Add, Amazon Echo, and wait for it to connect. The work of moments, and then it’s ready to go. Like the Gen 3 and 4 it uses its own power cable rather than a USB cable as the Gen 1 & 2 used. So, the verdict? The RRP, and reviewed price, is £54.99 which is £5 more than the outgoing Gen 4. The tap to pause feature almost makes up that £5 for me. I read in early press releases that the new Gen 5 can also be used as a Wi-fi repeater in compatible mesh systems such as the Eero range, but I didn’t see anything further mention that in the Amazon sales page and I’ve not been able to test that out. Just like the Gen 4 before it, the Gen 5 will almost certainly become the biggest selling smart speaker on the market. I’ve been more than happy with it in my early time with it and find it to be a great albeit minor evolution of the previous Dot. Once again though, the only real competition to Echo Dot is its own predecessors. The Gen 3 Echo Dot is still available at the time of writing. It’s almost as good to listen to, and I think looks nicer. It’s also quite a bit cheaper. Is the Gen 5 that much better than the Gen 3 to warrant the price premium? I’m not so sure, but I do like to keep up with the latest releases where possible. Taken in isolation, the Gen 5 Amazon Echo Dot is an excellent smart speaker. I gave the Gen 3 and Gen 4 a five-star review, and the Gen 5 gets the same accolade. It will undoubtedly go on to be the best-selling product of its type. How to set it up you Echo device: If you’re new to the world of Alexa then you may be wondering how easy it is to set up an Echo device. If you’ve ordered from Amazon, they’ll helpfully email you a guide to setting it up. You’ll need the Amazon Alexa app, available from both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Download and wait for it to install, and then open it up. The app gives help on various subjects if you tap the question mark in the top right corner of the home screen. The guide on setting up your new Echo Dot is found in this area by selecting Alexa Devices, then Echo Dot, and Set Up Your Echo Dot. As a quick overview though, plug in your Echo Dot (after a short period the status light will turn orange to show it is in Setup mode) and then open the Alexa app. On the bottom menus select “Devices”. On the Devices screen, tap the “+” button in the top right and choose “Add Device”. Select “Amazon Echo” and then “Echo, Echo Dot, Echo Plus and more”. Assuming your Echo is plugged in and the status light is orange, select “Yes”. The app will then search for your new Echo Dot and complete the setup. The whole process takes only a few moments, and then you’re ready to get creative with Skills and Routines. What you can do with Alexa: A smart speaker is actually quite dumb to start with. It’s when you start adding things that it becomes truly smart in my view. On its own, you’ll be able to ask Alexa questions, play a few games, set up alarms and reminders and get a weather forecast; the general things you’d expect from a home assistant. Remember to always begin every command with the wake word, “Alexa…”, which can be altered to “Amazon”, “Echo” or “Computer” if you wish. To do certain things and play games you need to enable “Skills & Games”, which is found in the “More” menu at the bottom of the app. In there, you’ll find hundreds of things you can do with Alexa. For example, I regularly play the BBC quiz shows Pointless and Tenable. “Alexa, what is the weather forecast” or “Alexa, give me a ten-minute countdown” are examples of simple commands. As I say though, the Echo is just the gateway to a vast array of smart applications. How smart it goes depends on how far you want to go and how much to spend. What starts out as a single Echo device can quickly expand to a device in every room, attached to smart devices such as light bulbs, sockets, central heating and cameras. The first thing you may wish to use your speaker for is playing music. Echo is compatible with most of the main music streaming services such as Apple and Spotify, and of course Amazon Music. With your Echo you get access to Amazon Music’s free service, which is actually pretty good. It is limited, and you won’t find all of your favourite artists, but I recommend you try it out for a week or two as it might be good enough for your requirements. If not, I do highly recommend upgrading to Amazon Music Unlimited, or better still Amazon Music Unlimited Family which can be shared with multiple family members (not necessarily in the same household). I’ve not encountered many songs that aren’t on there. I used to have my iPhone full of mp3 music, but now I stream everything. “Alexa, play some 80’s rock” and I’m good for hours. If you have multiple speakers you can have the music played to one, many or all of them for house-wide coverage. Philips Hue lightbulbs are fantastic devices. They’re very expensive compared to a standard LED bulb, but once you buy one and use it in conjunction with Alexa voice control you soon become hooked. We’re up to 30 Hue bulbs now, and I don’t regret a single purchase. Smart sockets, such as Amazon’s own models or the TP-Link Kasa models, that I recommend, are great for controlling things like Christmas lights and lamps. Your central heating can be controlled by Alexa if you have a suitable smart thermostat. I can ask “Alexa, what’s the temperature in the house?”, and having determined that it’s too cold, if my wife not wrapped head to toe in fleece blankets wasn’t enough, I can then say “Alexa, set the house to 20 degrees”. Some door bells and cameras, such as Ring products, work with Alexa voice control also. “Alexa, show me the front door” and she’ll bring up live video on a suitable device like a Fire tablet or an Echo Show. Many televisions also have Alexa integration too. Our LG OLED can be controlled by its built in Alexa. A comprehensive smart home/automation is expensive, I’m not going to sugar that pill, but if it’s something that interests you then look out for these extra products on Black Friday deals would be my tip. All the devices I’ve mentioned and shown on my reviews were purchased from Amazon. I’ll leave it there though as I’ve waffled long enough. I hope you consider giving the Echo Dot a try. I’m of the opinion that the worth of a gadget is in how much you use it, and we use our Echoes and Alexa frequently every day.
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  • A. Thomas
    5.0 out of 5 stars Yet another great Alexa option
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 31 March 2025
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    The Echo Dot continues to impress with its compact design and surprisingly robust audio. For its size, the sound quality is clear and more than adequate for filling a small to medium-sized room with music or podcasts. Setting it up is a breeze, and the Alexa integration is seamless, handling everything from smart home controls to answering quick questions with remarkable efficiency. The device's responsiveness to voice commands is consistently reliable, making it a genuinely helpful addition to daily routines. For anyone looking for a budget-friendly smart speaker that doesn't skimp on essential features, the Echo Dot remains a top contender.
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  • Disa uhongora
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Gift
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 March 2025
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    I recently got my boyfriend the Echo Dot, and he absolutely loves it! The sound quality is surprisingly clear and rich for such a compact device, and it’s perfect for playing music, setting timers, or even controlling smart home devices with just a voice command. He’s been using it for everything from getting weather updates to asking for fun trivia, and it’s always spot on. The setup was quick and easy, and there haven’t been any issues with connectivity. The design is sleek and fits in any space without taking up too much room. It’s been a great gift, and he’s been enjoying it a lot. I highly recommend the Echo Dot for anyone looking for a smart speaker that’s both functional and affordable
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  • Elijah Akinrinola
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Product
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 April 2025
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    The Amazon Echo Dot is fantastic! It’s compact, powerful, and super easy to use. Great sound quality, responds quickly, and helps with everything from setting reminders to controlling smart home devices. Love it!
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  • San
    4.0 out of 5 stars nice little device
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 January 2025
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    I have bought 2 devices so far and managed to get them at great prices. It's spherical and stylish and fits from bedside tables to kitchen counters. I put it in the kitchen, and it's incredibly handy for setting timers, checking recipes, and playing music while cooking. I also use it for playing my toddler's music, and it works perfectly for that purpose. It helps reduce screen time for my toddler by providing an engaging audio experience without the need for screens .With Alexa voice control, it seamlessly integrates with smart home devices, providing hands-free control and convenience.

    There are fewer downsides as well although not that significant. You have to buy a base or it comes with a cable, which can be an extra hassle. There are additional costs for subscriptions and other necessary stuff, which can add up. Some features and services may require updates or subscriptions to be fully functional.

    Overall, it is a solid choice for anyone looking for a smart speaker that offers good audio quality, convenient controls, and seamless smart home integration. It's a versatile device that punches above its weight in terms of features and performance, especially when you get it at a deal. Highly recommended!!
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  • Ryan S
    5.0 out of 5 stars Alexa Amplified
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 March 2025
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    What's to say? It's the Alexa we all know and love, but with better sound. It's Alexa with a great credit score, who only eats organic food, works out daily without fail, and vacations at least six times a year.

    Easy setup, great functionality, and fits well in the entertaining space. I've never gone wrong with any of these, but I'm all the happier with the upgrade. It also blends seamlessly with the shopping app. I just wish Alexa would choose better moments to remind me I need to reup my Imodium supply.
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  • Gerard A
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great little devices to control your home and provide ambiance.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 April 2025
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    Very impressed. I have 2 of these upstairs in different rooms. They control my smart lights and play great background music. They get loud enough for any indoor use and could be used for a barbecue or other functions with outdoor space. The voice response is great - better than my google home in terms of lag. They also have a sweet form factor. Very small sphere which discreetly works in most spaces - looks good. Its well made and is powered by the main adapter so no batteries required.
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  • Andrew B
    5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant smart speaker
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 31 March 2025
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    Brilliant speaker, with clear sound and bass. Looks well and has lots of functions when coupled with other smart gadgets like smart bulbs, plugs etc. Have a couple of these and bought them as gifts for family too. Great value for money and easy to set up.
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  • Shaditek
    5.0 out of 5 stars Exellent item
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 March 2025
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    Good functionality and is quite compact. Good music playback and easy to use. it looks good and response times are decent.
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