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Alexa and other smart speakers and displays compared on sound, screen and smart-home control.

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Amazon Echo (4th Gen)

Best for
Everyday Alexa
Key feature
Full sound with smart-home hub
Typical price
$80–$100

Pros

  • Fuller sound than smaller Echos
  • Zigbee hub built in

Cons

  • Not hi-fi
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Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)

Best for
Kitchens and bedrooms
Key feature
Screen for video calls and recipes
Typical price
$130–$150

Pros

  • Good sound for its size
  • Smart-home hub built in

Cons

  • Shows promotions on screen
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Sonos Era 300

Best for
Spatial audio music
Key feature
Dolby Atmos music
Typical price
$450–$480

Pros

  • Immersive spatial sound
  • Excellent build

Cons

  • Expensive
  • Unusual shape
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