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Echo Dot (4th Gen) | Smart speaker with Alexa | Twilight Blue

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  • Meet the Echo Dot - Our most popular smart speaker with Alexa. The sleek, compact design delivers crisp vocals and balanced bass for full sound.
  • Voice control your entertainment - Stream songs from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, SiriusXM, and others. Play music, audiobooks, and podcasts throughout your home with multi-room music.
  • Ready to help - Ask Alexa to tell a joke, play music, answer questions, play the news, check the weather, set alarms, and more.
  • Control your smart home - Use your voice to turn on lights, adjust thermostats, and lock doors with compatible devices.
  • Start Routines with your motion - Turn on compatible lights, play your Flash Briefing, or turn on the coffee maker when you walk into the room.
  • Connect with others hands-free - Call friends and family who have the Alexa app or an Echo device. Instantly drop in on other rooms or announce to the whole house that dinner's ready.
  • Designed to protect your privacy – Amazon is not in the business of selling your personal information to others. Built with multiple layers of privacy controls including a mic off button.
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More music in more rooms

Use your voice to play a song, artist, or genre through Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, Pandora, and others. And with multi-room music, you can fill your whole home with music, radio stations, podcasts, and Audible using compatible Echo devices in different rooms.

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Designed to protect your privacy

Designed to protect your privacy

Alexa and Echo devices are built with multiple layers of privacy protection. Echo smart speakers have a microphone off button that electronically disconnects the microphones. You also have control over your voice recordings and can view, hear, or delete them at any time. Alexa uses ultrasound motion detection with select features, such as Occupancy Routines. Ultrasound does not emit on your device unless a feature is enabled that uses motion detection to properly function. You can turn motion detection off at any time. Learn more about motion detection.

Simple to set up and use

Plug in Echo Dot.

1. Plug in Echo Dot.

Plug in Echo Dot.

2. Connect to the internet with the Alexa app.

Plug in Echo Dot.

3. Ask Alexa for music, weather, news, and more.

Every day is an earth day

You don’t have to be an environmental scientist to make sustainable choices. We considered sustainability in the design of this device. Here’s how:

Materials

Materials

50% post-consumer recycled plastics
100% post-consumer recycled fabric
100% recycled die-cast aluminum
Device, cable and adapter included

Renewable Energy

Clean Energy

Amazon is building new wind and solar farms to produce clean energy equivalent to the electricity used by this device.

Low Power Mode (Wall Powered Devices)

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.

Alexa

Alexa

Track and manage the energy usage of your Alexa-connected devices with a new energy dashboard, coming soon to the Alexa app.

Packaging

Device Packaging

98% of this device’s packaging is made of wood fiber-based materials from responsibly managed forests or recycled sources.

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Technical details

Echo Dot (4th Gen)

Echo Dot (4th Gen)

Size

3.9” x 3.9” x 3.5” (100 x 100 x 89 mm)

Weight

12 oz (341.3 g) Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process

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.

Amazon Sidewalk

A shared network that can simplify Echo device setup and can help your device reconnect to your wifi router when you update your password or network name. Sidewalk uses a small portion of your internet bandwidth to provide these services to you and your neighbors, and is enabled on your device unless you have previously disabled the setting. You can disable Sidewalk at anytime. Learn more here.

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) for voice control of connected mobile devices. Hands-free voice control is not supported for Mac OS X devices. Bluetooth speakers requiring PIN codes are not supported.

Audio

1.6” speaker. 3.5 mm line out for use with external speakers (audio cable not included).

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. 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

90-day limited warranty and service. Optional 1-year, 2-year, and 3-year extended warranty available for U.S. customers sold separately. Use of Echo Dot is subject to these terms.

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, glacier white power adapter (15W), and Quick Start Guide.

Generation

Echo Dot (4th Gen) - 2020 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.

Language

Alexa speaks English and Spanish

Alexa Skills & Features

Alexa makes your life easier, more meaningful, and more fun by letting you voice control your world. Alexa can help you get more out of the things you already love and discover new possibilities you've never imagined. Discover and learn what Alexa can do.

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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Carbon impact

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Customers find the Echo Dot works well with home features and appreciate its sound quality, with one mentioning it responds to quiet commands. The device is easy to set up and operate, and customers like its spherical design. They value its music playback capabilities, allowing same music throughout the house, and consider it good value for money. The voice recognition receives mixed feedback - while some find it impressive, others report it doesn't always recognize voice commands.

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13,462 customers mention "Sound quality"9,669 positive3,793 negative

Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the smart speaker, with one customer noting its good microphone response and another mentioning its ability to turn on and off lights with voice commands.

"...the full size 4th gen Echo but I really like the new Dots shape , sound quality , light bar on the bottom , button user friendliness and color..." Read more

"I love this little Echo Dot! The sound is surprisingly good for how small it is, and the round design looks great on my shelf...." Read more

"...+ Better microphone than my older Dots + Sound quality as good or better than my older Dots..." Read more

"...threw me into a frenzy during an online meeting because the computer did not have sound! I know how to switch audio sources quickly...." Read more

9,602 customers mention "Functionality"8,374 positive1,228 negative

Customers find the smart speaker extremely functional, working well with home features, and one customer specifically mentions it works great as an intercom.

"...4th gen devices have the microphones near the volume buttons and work very well unless trying to compete with my sound bar they sit on top of ...." Read more

"...+ I like the available emergency features (more on this in my review) CONS: -..." Read more

"...It’s reliable, functional, and has truly become an indispensable part of my daily routine. Highly recommend it to anyone considering a smart speaker!" Read more

"...I can turn on and of every single electronic device in my home from the comfort of my bed or couch...." Read more

7,119 customers mention "Ease of use"6,517 positive602 negative

Customers find the smart speaker easy to use and set up, with one customer noting that arranging appointments and functions is as simple as speaking the words.

"...It’s convenient, responsive, and just makes things easier around the house." Read more

"...The buttons on the unit are easy to find and work well . Set up was darn near automatic , much much better than Echo devices just a year ago...." Read more

"...And the best part? It's not just a speaker; it's a gateway to a smart home utopia...." Read more

"...3 years of it working well and being an excellent tool to have in my house, until a few weeks ago when it stopped recognizing my name and voice...." Read more

3,050 customers mention "Echo dot integration"2,484 positive566 negative

Customers find the Echo Dot integrates well with Alexa, appreciating its voice recognition capabilities and easy interaction.

"...features I’d like about alcohol over Google is that they allow you to change the name you used to call them up...." Read more

"...The voice recognition software seem to work very well. Alexa always recognizes her name, although to my credit I always speak to her clearly and..." Read more

"...to refractor it aging but this time the set up was fast and so easy then Alexa work but I higher the music asking Alexa on echo dot 4Gen and have to..." Read more

"...It is even possible to ask Alexa to play music on other devices in the house, like the kids bedroom or kitchen...." Read more

2,983 customers mention "Value for money"2,176 positive807 negative

Customers find the Echo Dot to be worth the standard price, particularly appreciating its ability to inform about deals.

"...If you want a great value , don't need a clock and oomph in your music /audio books listening isn't a must you can't go wrong with this one unless..." Read more

"...Echo Dot commercial but there was a lot of technology and features for the price. Still learning Alexa...." Read more

"...What a mistake! JBL is unusable for a simple reason: it never maintains a connection with a Windows 10 PC, which is what I intend to use it with...." Read more

"...Sometimes Amazon is it at 45% off so you can get it at a cheaper price...." Read more

2,982 customers mention "Music playback"2,542 positive440 negative

Customers appreciate the Echo Dot's music playback capabilities, being able to play a wide range of songs and listen to Amazon Prime Music. One customer mentions the ability to play the same songs simultaneously throughout their house.

"...perfect for setting timers, checking the weather, or just playing my favorite playlist." Read more

"...My primary uses are control of my smart switches (Kasa) and to listen to music (DeadLive skill)...." Read more

"...Setting up routines has made my daily life so much easier; waking up to gentle music and having my coffee maker turn on automatically is a game-..." Read more

"...This smart speaker turns my space into a symphony of voice-controlled brilliance...." Read more

2,809 customers mention "Look"2,511 positive298 negative

Customers appreciate the Echo Dot's appearance, particularly its spherical design and pretty color, with one customer noting it's a great addition to their bedroom.

"...disappear but if you're not trying to hide one the other colors are really nice as well...." Read more

"...sound is surprisingly good for how small it is, and the round design looks great on my shelf...." Read more

"...The sleek design in charcoal fits perfectly with my home decor, and the sound quality is surprisingly rich for such a compact speaker...." Read more

"...It seamlessly blends into any decor, adding a touch of sophistication to my living space. It's not just a speaker; it's a style statement...." Read more

3,079 customers mention "Voice recognition"2,030 positive1,049 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the Echo Dot's voice recognition: while some find it impressive and responsive, others report that it doesn't always recognize voice commands.

"...Fine for voice searches and such but not so much even for audio books. For that the Dot more than suffices ...." Read more

"PROS: + Faster response than my older Dots + Better microphone than my older Dots..." Read more

"...only to have severe anger issues with this product because it will not just listen before it cuts me off to give me whatever random answer it thinks..." Read more

"...The voice recognition is impressive, even when there’s background noise...." Read more

Got It For Setting Up Stereo But Really Like It By Itself As Well.
5 out of 5 stars
Got It For Setting Up Stereo But Really Like It By Itself As Well.
I got a Dot with clock to try out the new shaped Echos and really enjoy it. I enjoy it so much I decided to buy a second , without clock , to make a stereo effect when using Alexa for music. Little did I know I can incorporate my full size Echo to enhance the bass , like is a sub woofer. Does it rattle the windows ? No. Does it sound very nice ? Yes About this particular Dot . I got black because of where it'll be located so it would basically disappear but if you're not trying to hide one the other colors are really nice as well. The white isn't bright white but isn't bordering cream either. I really liked the sky blue color of my first one (until I discovered a black Sharpie worked well to make it black while not blocking out the clock ) so it's a nice way to go as well. My last full size Echo was the blue and it is a nice color choice for just about any color scheme room , unlike the white and black that can really become an unwanted drawing of the eyes point but I digress. The buttons on the unit are easy to find and work well . Set up was darn near automatic , much much better than Echo devices just a year ago. The volume can easily fill a room by itself but at a cost of sound quality if its trying to do things by itself. For a large room a big brother Echo will have a lot more oomph and punch whether music or vocal . This Dot will work but sound cheap and Tinny at higher volumes . The 3rd gen Dot doesn't get as loud as this one but was really a little too much in my daughters bedroom when she set it above 5 (50% volume ) . For that size room the 2nd gen Dot was just right. She has a smaller (15'x 15' ) room by far than my 28'x30' den . This one , just like the other 4th gen devices have the microphones near the volume buttons and work very well unless trying to compete with my sound bar they sit on top of . Then they just ignore my attempts to talk with Alexa. At that point I can just talk to the full size Echo by my sofa (across the room ) . You ask any smart device to discern my voice from a tv voice when the tv is inches away and I'm yards away isn't fair so I won't give it a knock but when the sound bar isn't on the Dot can hear me easily even if I speak just above a whisper and the one closest to my den door can hear commands when I first enter the house so by the time I get to the den my lights are lit and I can have music playing if I so choose . Alexa software has really come a long way in 2020 from clunky and not able to discern me from my dog to being able to understand what my 4 year old granddaughter is trying to get to happen and myself practically having a 2 way conversation with it. Catching it on sale and using the interest free 5 payment plan made this one an easy choice that is very budget friendly. The only Echo device cheaper is the Flex but I'd recommend that one only for using Alexa features and routines. The sound and volume on it are not room filling and rich at all . Fine for voice searches and such but not so much even for audio books. For that the Dot more than suffices . If I had to choose 1 Echo device and only 1 it'd be a Dot for it's value and usability . Since I could choose more than 1 ,my most used is the full size 4th gen Echo but I really like the new Dots shape , sound quality , light bar on the bottom , button user friendliness and color choices . If you want a great value , don't need a clock and oomph in your music /audio books listening isn't a must you can't go wrong with this one unless you don't like a device the size of a baseball sitting on your furniture or shelf .
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  • Nordii
    5.0 out of 5 stars Echo dot
    Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2025
    Color: CharcoalConfiguration: Echo DotVerified Purchase
    Finally got my hands on the Echo Dot and I’ve gotta say… I’m impressed. It’s small, but surprisingly loud. Alexa understands me 90% of the time (even when I mumble 😅), and I’ve gotten totally hooked on using it for everything: music, timers, weather checks, even bad jokes. The only down side is that it’s not portable. Excellent quality and very responsive.
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  • Bryn Britton
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Daily Essential in Our Kitchen
    Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2025
    Color: CharcoalConfiguration: Echo DotVerified Purchase
    We use our Echo all the time! It sits in our kitchen and has become part of our daily routine. We use it to play music while we cook or hang out, and it’s super helpful for setting alarms and timers while preparing meals. It’s convenient, responsive, and just makes things easier around the house.
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  • Stephen Elmore
    5.0 out of 5 stars Got It For Setting Up Stereo But Really Like It By Itself As Well.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2020
    Color: CharcoalConfiguration: Echo DotVerified Purchase
    I got a Dot with clock to try out the new shaped Echos and really enjoy it. I enjoy it so much I decided to buy a second , without clock , to make a stereo effect when using Alexa for music. Little did I know I can incorporate my full size Echo to enhance the bass , like is a sub woofer. Does it rattle the windows ? No. Does it sound very nice ? Yes

    About this particular Dot .
    I got black because of where it'll be located so it would basically disappear but if you're not trying to hide one the other colors are really nice as well. The white isn't bright white but isn't bordering cream either. I really liked the sky blue color of my first one (until I discovered a black Sharpie worked well to make it black while not blocking out the clock ) so it's a nice way to go as well. My last full size Echo was the blue and it is a nice color choice for just about any color scheme room , unlike the white and black that can really become an unwanted drawing of the eyes point but I digress.
    The buttons on the unit are easy to find and work well . Set up was darn near automatic , much much better than Echo devices just a year ago.
    The volume can easily fill a room by itself but at a cost of sound quality if its trying to do things by itself. For a large room a big brother Echo will have a lot more oomph and punch whether music or vocal . This Dot will work but sound cheap and Tinny at higher volumes . The 3rd gen Dot doesn't get as loud as this one but was really a little too much in my daughters bedroom when she set it above 5 (50% volume ) . For that size room the 2nd gen Dot was just right. She has a smaller (15'x 15' ) room by far than my 28'x30' den .
    This one , just like the other 4th gen devices have the microphones near the volume buttons and work very well unless trying to compete with my sound bar they sit on top of . Then they just ignore my attempts to talk with Alexa. At that point I can just talk to the full size Echo by my sofa (across the room ) . You ask any smart device to discern my voice from a tv voice when the tv is inches away and I'm yards away isn't fair so I won't give it a knock but when the sound bar isn't on the Dot can hear me easily even if I speak just above a whisper and the one closest to my den door can hear commands when I first enter the house so by the time I get to the den my lights are lit and I can have music playing if I so choose . Alexa software has really come a long way in 2020 from clunky and not able to discern me from my dog to being able to understand what my 4 year old granddaughter is trying to get to happen and myself practically having a 2 way conversation with it.
    Catching it on sale and using the interest free 5 payment plan made this one an easy choice that is very budget friendly. The only Echo device cheaper is the Flex but I'd recommend that one only for using Alexa features and routines. The sound and volume on it are not room filling and rich at all . Fine for voice searches and such but not so much even for audio books. For that the Dot more than suffices .
    If I had to choose 1 Echo device and only 1 it'd be a Dot for it's value and usability . Since I could choose more than 1 ,my most used is the full size 4th gen Echo but I really like the new Dots shape , sound quality , light bar on the bottom , button user friendliness and color choices .
    If you want a great value , don't need a clock and oomph in your music /audio books listening isn't a must you can't go wrong with this one unless you don't like a device the size of a baseball sitting on your furniture or shelf .
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    Stephen Elmore
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Got It For Setting Up Stereo But Really Like It By Itself As Well.

    Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2020
    I got a Dot with clock to try out the new shaped Echos and really enjoy it. I enjoy it so much I decided to buy a second , without clock , to make a stereo effect when using Alexa for music. Little did I know I can incorporate my full size Echo to enhance the bass , like is a sub woofer. Does it rattle the windows ? No. Does it sound very nice ? Yes

    About this particular Dot .
    I got black because of where it'll be located so it would basically disappear but if you're not trying to hide one the other colors are really nice as well. The white isn't bright white but isn't bordering cream either. I really liked the sky blue color of my first one (until I discovered a black Sharpie worked well to make it black while not blocking out the clock ) so it's a nice way to go as well. My last full size Echo was the blue and it is a nice color choice for just about any color scheme room , unlike the white and black that can really become an unwanted drawing of the eyes point but I digress.
    The buttons on the unit are easy to find and work well . Set up was darn near automatic , much much better than Echo devices just a year ago.
    The volume can easily fill a room by itself but at a cost of sound quality if its trying to do things by itself. For a large room a big brother Echo will have a lot more oomph and punch whether music or vocal . This Dot will work but sound cheap and Tinny at higher volumes . The 3rd gen Dot doesn't get as loud as this one but was really a little too much in my daughters bedroom when she set it above 5 (50% volume ) . For that size room the 2nd gen Dot was just right. She has a smaller (15'x 15' ) room by far than my 28'x30' den .
    This one , just like the other 4th gen devices have the microphones near the volume buttons and work very well unless trying to compete with my sound bar they sit on top of . Then they just ignore my attempts to talk with Alexa. At that point I can just talk to the full size Echo by my sofa (across the room ) . You ask any smart device to discern my voice from a tv voice when the tv is inches away and I'm yards away isn't fair so I won't give it a knock but when the sound bar isn't on the Dot can hear me easily even if I speak just above a whisper and the one closest to my den door can hear commands when I first enter the house so by the time I get to the den my lights are lit and I can have music playing if I so choose . Alexa software has really come a long way in 2020 from clunky and not able to discern me from my dog to being able to understand what my 4 year old granddaughter is trying to get to happen and myself practically having a 2 way conversation with it.
    Catching it on sale and using the interest free 5 payment plan made this one an easy choice that is very budget friendly. The only Echo device cheaper is the Flex but I'd recommend that one only for using Alexa features and routines. The sound and volume on it are not room filling and rich at all . Fine for voice searches and such but not so much even for audio books. For that the Dot more than suffices .
    If I had to choose 1 Echo device and only 1 it'd be a Dot for it's value and usability . Since I could choose more than 1 ,my most used is the full size 4th gen Echo but I really like the new Dots shape , sound quality , light bar on the bottom , button user friendliness and color choices .
    If you want a great value , don't need a clock and oomph in your music /audio books listening isn't a must you can't go wrong with this one unless you don't like a device the size of a baseball sitting on your furniture or shelf .
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  • Karl
    4.0 out of 5 stars A great solution for elderly parents who live alone
    Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2021
    Color: CharcoalConfiguration: Echo DotVerified Purchase
    PROS:
    + Faster response than my older Dots
    + Better microphone than my older Dots
    + Sound quality as good or better than my older Dots
    + I love using these for streaming music and control my Kasa products
    + I like the available emergency features (more on this in my review)

    CONS:
    - The lights on the bottom are hard to see from a distance
    - Amazon is starting to annoy me with new features I don't want
    - Using these as intercoms has never worked for me. The sound quality (volume) has always been too low to be usable
    - "dropping in" has never worked well either due to poor audio quality
    - I have never been able to create a group of these for multi-room audio because they can't handle enterprise grade wifi (where more than one WAP has the same SSID and uses multiple bands)
    - Privacy will always be a concern with these units. Who is listening?

    Review:
    I now have at least 15 dots. I have everything from the first generation to this latest 4th generation in use. I think for me, the 3rd gen devices are a better design. The lights on these 4th gen devices are on the bottom and are hard to see from across the room. On the 3rd gen the lights are on the top and much easier to see. Otherwise they are mostly the same at the moment. As time goes on the 3rd gen units will no doubt become slower by design just like my 1st and 2nd gen units are now.

    My primary uses are control of my smart switches (Kasa) and to listen to music (DeadLive skill). I also like the integration with my Weather station (Ambient Weather) and the ability to make announcements across all the devices (like when dinner is ready). I also find the unit in the kitchen gets used to set timers for everything all the time.

    Another use that is not immediately obvious is the use of these units for elder care. Let me explain how i have used them. I have an elderly mother who lives by herself. I purchased a Show and a Dot for her apartment and connected them to my account. The Show device is in her kitchen and the way I have it setup I can see the kitchen and her recliner from the built in camera. The Dot is in her bathroom. If she is not answering the phone or emails I can use the app on my phone to "drop in" on the Show unit and view the camera to see if she is in the kitchen or watching TV with her headphones on. Of course she knows about this setup and is OK with it. I can talk to her via the Show device or the Dot using the APP on my phone when I want to check to see if she is OK. Also, if she needs to contact me or 911 during an emergency she can do so with her devices. So if she were to slip in the bathroom or have a problem in the kitchen she can call 911 with the help of Alexa. It should also be noted that you must correctly set the physical address of the devices in the Alexa app if you want this to work as intended. I feel much better knowing that she has this system available to her. A friend of hers fell and broke a hip and was alone in her apartment for 3 days on the floor unable to get up before she finally remember she could call her daughter using the Alexa device she had. Doing so saved her life. That's what gave me the idea to set this up for my mom.

    Aside from the above, there is the issue of the new features being introduced by Amazon that are becoming more annoying. One example of this is the unit waking me up to ask me if I want to write a product review for something I purchased. That is just a terrible idea. If I want to write a review, I will do so on my own. I don't need Alexa waking me up on a Saturday morning asking me about it. Work on that Amazon.
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  • Home Comfort and Love
    5.0 out of 5 stars I Got This—Here's How It Worked for Me
    Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2025
    Color: CharcoalConfiguration: Echo DotVerified Purchase
    I love this little Echo Dot! The sound is surprisingly good for how small it is, and the round design looks great on my shelf. Alexa hears me even when music's playing, which is awesome. It's perfect for setting timers, checking the weather, or just playing my favorite playlist.
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  • mary mcbride
    5.0 out of 5 stars why my Alexa echo will not connect keep say its busy try a kittle bit latter
    Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2025
    Color: CharcoalConfiguration: Echo DotVerified Purchase
    My echo says its busy and try a little bit later whats the issue
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  • Robyn Wesley
    3.0 out of 5 stars False description
    Reviewed in Canada on May 4, 2022
    Verified Purchase
    I ordered the one with clock display and they sent the one with out and they wouldn't honor it. That bothered me but my don still loves it
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  • Lisa
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great buy
    Reviewed in Canada on January 23, 2022
    Verified Purchase
    My kid is a huge star wars fan and loves music. He uses it daily.
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