Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) (2022 release)
#2 in Smart Speaker · Rated 4.5
Compact Alexa speaker with strong value and sensors
The Echo Dot 5th Gen is Amazon’s affordable, compact smart speaker that brings Alexa into any room. It adds a temperature sensor and improved voice pickup in a spherical form factor, while maintaining straightforward setup and broad compatibility with Alexa skills, smart devices, and routines. While its smaller footprint can limit bass, it excels at hands-free commands, timers, music playback from various services, and simple smart‑home control on a budget. It’s especially popular for bedrooms, kitchens, and small spaces, offering a gateway to broader Alexa ecosystems without a large upfront investment.
Features
- Smaller footprint, new sensors
- Room-temperature detection
- Alexa voice assistant
- Multi-room audio via Alexa
- Supports most Alexa skills
Pros
- Very affordable
- Good voice recognition for its size
- Easy to place in any room
Cons
- Limited bass versus larger speakers
- No built‑in display