Amazon Echo (4th Gen) (Echo 4th generation)
#1 in Smart Speaker · Rated 4.6
Powerful multi-room Alexa speaker with built-in Zigbee hub
The Amazon Echo (4th Gen) reimagines the classic Alexa speaker with a circular form and a built‑in Zigbee smart home hub. It offers room-filling sound, better voice pickup, and a faster processor for responsive commands. A built‑in smart home hub helps you connect compatible lights, plugs, sensors, and more, simplifying automation without extra hardware. It supports Alexa routines, multi-room audio, and integration with Matter and Thread-enabled devices as ecosystems mature. This is a versatile, all‑in‑one entry point for large and small smart homes alike, especially for users already invested in Alexa or those who want a dependable hub for a growing smart‑device setup. Compared with premium displays, Echo (4th Gen) emphasizes audio quality and hub reliability, making it a strong baseline in global households seeking straightforward voice control and smart‑home integration.
Features
- Built-in Zigbee smart home hub
- Room-filling audio with adaptive EQ
- Supports Matter/Thread (where available)
- Alexa voice assistant with routines
- Multi-room audio
Pros
- Excellent value for a voice hub and speaker
- Strong integration with smart devices via Zigbee
- Solid all-around sound for a compact room
Cons
- No display or video capabilities
- Privacy concerns for some users depending on use case