Key Features

• Improved bass driver
• LED clock display
• Temperature sensor
• Eero Wi-Fi extender support
• Tap gesture controls

Pros

• Clearer sound than previous gen
• Clock display is useful
• Compact footprint
• Great value under $50

Cons

• Still mono sound
• No AUX out
• Limited bass range

Review Summary

Echo Dot (5th Gen) refines Amazon's best-selling speaker with a clean design and noticeably richer audio. Its LED clock and temperature sensor make it a perfect bedside companion that can also serve as a mini hub for smart home automation.

Comparison

Compared to Echo Pop, the Dot offers slightly better sound and bass depth plus a clock display, while Echo Pop remains more affordable for smaller spaces.