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Echo (3rd Generation)- Smart Speaker with Alexa, (RED) edition

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Echo
Limited Edition (RED)
Device only
  • $10 from every purchase of this product will support (RED)'s efforts to fight AIDS through the Global Fund.
  • Meet Echo - Echo (3rd Gen) has new premium speakers powered by Dolby to play 360° audio with crisp vocals and dynamic bass response.
  • Enjoy premium sound - Personalize your listening experience by adjusting the equalizer settings. Pair with a second Echo (3rd Gen) or Echo Plus (2nd Gen) for stereo sound and add more bass with an Echo Sub.
  • Voice control your music - Ask Alexa for a song, artist, or genre from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, Pandora, SiriusXM, and more. With multi-room music, play music on compatible Echo devices in different rooms.
  • Voice control your smart home - Turn on lights, adjust thermostats, lock doors, and more with compatible connected devices.
  • Keep your family in sync - Use your Alexa devices like an intercom and talk to any room in the house with Drop In and Announcements.
  • Alexa has skills - With tens of thousands of skills and counting, Alexa is always getting smarter and adding new skills like tracking fitness, playing games, and more.
  • Designed to protect your privacy - Built with multiple layers of privacy controls, including a microphone off button that electronically disconnects the mics.
Alexa for kids

Alexa for kids

Make your Echo kid-friendly at no extra charge by enabling Amazon FreeTime in the Alexa app. Automatically filter explicit songs, add approved contacts, set time limits, or review activity with easy-to-use parental controls in the Amazon Parent Dashboard. Children’s privacy is important to Amazon. Learn more about FreeTime on Alexa.

With an Amazon FreeTime Unlimited subscription (starting at $4.99 per month), your kids can access over 1,000 Audible books, premium kids skills from brands like Disney and Nickelodeon, ad-free radio stations and playlists, podcasts, and more.

Simple to set up and use

Simple to set up and use

Technical details

Echo (3rd generation)

Echo (3rd generation)

Size

5.8” x 3.9” x 3.9” (148 x 99 x 99 mm)

Weight

27.5 oz (780 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.

Bluetooth connectivity

Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support for audio streaming from your mobile device to Echo or from Echo 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

3.0” (76.2 mm) neodymium woofer and 0.8” (20 mm) tweeter

Alexa app

The Alexa app is compatible with Fire OS, Android, and iOS devices. Supported operating systems.

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.

Warranty and service

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

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.

Included in the box

Echo (3rd Gen), power adapter (30W), and Quick Start Guide.

Generation

Echo (3rd Gen)

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

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Customer reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
101,807 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the sound quality, quality and ease of use of the digital device. For example, they mention it's a breeze to set up, the voice recognition is great and the microphones are able to pick up your voice even when music is playing. Customers are also satisfied with knowledge, value, and appearance. That said, some complain about the performance, saying it'll become unresponsive.

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8,143 customers mention7,285 positive858 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the digital device. For example, they say the speaker is a good one and can easily fill a room. Some say the extra volume is welcome and it definitely does sound better with music. That said, most are happy with the sound and say it can hear you from another room.

"...When paired with our other Echos, music and audio is in sync everywhere and this device stands out above the others in audio performance...." Read more

"...The only thing to note is that the speaker is a good one and can easily fill a room, but this speaker isn’t meant to really “jam.”..." Read more

"...The base is well controlled and gives the sound that is lacking in many speakers but if you want the base to shake the walls and make it sound like..." Read more

"...I anticipate no problems.Bottom line: Great sound and easy and versatile connectivity for a great price. I could not be ghappier!" Read more

4,712 customers mention4,474 positive238 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the digital device. They mention that it works great, does amazing things, and has good sound quality. They also say that the smart functions work well, and the device is a very useful tool in addition to a smartphone. Customers also appreciate the built-in Zigbee hub and the cloud-based AI.

"...Performance is quick, audio is great, and the built-in Zigbee hub works quite well.Longer Review;..." Read more

"Pro bundle with Sub OverviewPro: Quality Built, Quality Sound, Functionality, Small form factor, Volume (low and high), Perfect amount..." Read more

"...Overall, the sound quality is very good. Not exceptional, but very good. The bass is punchy and loud...." Read more

"...Being that this is an Amazon Alexa Device it is a very useful tool in addition to your smartphone...." Read more

3,189 customers mention2,765 positive424 negative

Customers find the digital device easy to use. They mention that the hook up was easy and flawless. They also say that the speak takes a while but is getting very intuitive. Some say that it makes cooking fun again.

"...Setup;Setup was surprisingly easy as this Echo Plus detected our network settings on its own...." Read more

"...The capabilities of this device are astonishing. This is super easy to use and surpasses my expectations...." Read more

"...I anticipate no problems.Bottom line: Great sound and easy and versatile connectivity for a great price. I could not be ghappier!" Read more

"...I received my Echo Plus on October 7th. It was so easy to set up for the most part...." Read more

1,967 customers mention1,432 positive535 negative

Customers like the voice recognition in the digital device. They mention that the microphones seem to be able to pick up their voice even when music is playing. The device has great bass and excellent voice responsiveness. Some upgrades include the ability for Alexa to whisper on the device, the voice controlled equalizer and volume, and that it does pretty good recognizing what we say. The set up is easy and Alexa is helpful. The whole family finds it very easy to tell Alexa "turn on the light" we have.

"...Alexa’s voice recognition is excellent and the device recognizes quick speech, multiple commands for one task, and understands and completes tasks..." Read more

"...The vocals aren't drowned out and you can hear all the instruments and the base fills in the lows at the perfect listening experience...." Read more

"...There is no native podcast skill on Alexa so you need to get podcasts through TuneIn, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, etc...." Read more

"...Alexa is adding new skills. If you use a sound machine, she has a sound maker for sleeping...." Read more

893 customers mention893 positive0 negative

Customers find the digital device extremely smart, intuitive, and useable. They say the capabilities of the device are astonishing, and it suits their needs very well. Customers say it does well answering questions, turning on devices, and playing music. They also mention that it's super helpful in the kitchen. Customers also appreciate the addition of the smart features and the fact that it understands what they are asking for.

"...The capabilities of this device are astonishing. This is super easy to use and surpasses my expectations...." Read more

"...The addition of the smart features is ok...." Read more

"...TV, coffee makers, dryer/washers etc.... It can work smart cameras, smart beds...." Read more

"Perfect for needs." Read more

778 customers mention750 positive28 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the digital device. They mention that it has a classy touch, and the cloth exterior adds a nice touch to the kitchen and bedroom. They also like the rounded, unassuming appearance of newer Dots and the Echo, and find it to be a neat addition to their home. Customers also appreciate the intelligent acoustic design, which provides 360-degree sound.

"...But if you are looking for a clean, rich, bold and sophisticated listening experience then these are amazing...." Read more

"...I will say in general that it looks cool, sounds fine (maybe a 5 out of 10 compared to real speakers), the music playing capabilities are excellent..." Read more

"...It's shorter and fatter than my old Echo; it has a more attractive exterior, and the sound quality is enormously better, really filling in those low..." Read more

"...downloaded, this speaker is so neat!..." Read more

777 customers mention279 positive498 negative

Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the digital device. Some mention that the hub section works and communicates with their devices, while others say that it killed the ability to connect with their router's 5GHz or 2.4GHz. The connection on the chat just drops after 1.5 minutes of no response. Some customers also say that the device can't connect to the internet, has unlinked from Spotify, and will not automatically reconnect to the extender.

"...it's unattractive, and in general it's probably the weakest link in the whole system...." Read more

"...I anticipate no problems.Bottom line: Great sound and easy and versatile connectivity for a great price. I could not be ghappier!" Read more

"...about the paired Amazon Echo Plus is the fact that it is ONLY paired for music playback...." Read more

"...and it’s not compatible. Had to buy 2 new 4th gen Echos to get the surround sound...." Read more

981 customers mention282 positive699 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the digital device. They mention that it is unreliable, unresponsive, and frustrating. They also say that the second generation Dot is not adequate for their purpose, and the sensors are not yet fully developed. They feel that the device functions more like a radio now and that it lags in voice recognition.

"...Cons: Connecting all three to act like a system is finicky and dosen't work when you set it as an alarm...." Read more

"...Sometimes blue light goes when I say "Alexa" and it immediately turns off, sending everything else I say that follows the wake word into a black..." Read more

"Short & Sweet - For what it is, this device is amazing. Performance is quick, audio is great, and the built-in Zigbee hub works quite well...." Read more

"...I feel Alexa can be nosey, and rude. One example: Once it asked me if I had a tattoo, and I said that's a personal question...." Read more

Great Device with Impressive Audio
5 Stars
Great Device with Impressive Audio
Short & Sweet - For what it is, this device is amazing. Performance is quick, audio is great, and the built-in Zigbee hub works quite well.Longer Review;After dragging my heels for over a year, I finally bought our first Echo (2nd Generation) back in August. I loved it so much that I got us 2 more for other areas in the house. Being able to group them and play the same music or audio throughout the house is a novelty that won't grow old for me. I've only wished that they had a little more full sound, especially at higher volume. I'd considered the last Echo Plus, but the average of reviews I read didn't make it appear to perform significantly better than our already great 2nd Generation Echos.When I saw this new Echo Plus listed, I pre-ordered it to "replace" the Heather Grey Echo in our kitchen and move that one to our bedroom. We tend to have music playing in the kitchen more than any other room, and I wanted slightly better sound than the regular Echo in there. I'm honestly glad we took a chance on this device without any reviews to go by.Appearance;As you can see in the photos, it's pretty much identical in height to the 2nd Generation Echo. It is a bit wider to accommodate the larger speakers, and the top is slightly domed instead of being flat. A similar 7-microphone array is on top and they seem to work just as well. There also appears to be a tripod-style connector on the base of the unit.Setup;Setup was surprisingly easy as this Echo Plus detected our network settings on its own. I plugged it in, it did its initial startup, and then told me the device was connected. Simple as that.Audio compared to 2nd Generation Echo;Highs are clearer.Mids are more natural and better-defined.Lows are deeper.Overall volume is noticeably louder and sound quality is improved.When paired with our other Echos, music and audio is in sync everywhere and this device stands out above the others in audio performance.General Performance;We have a quick network and I don't notice any perceivable performance difference between this new Echo Plus and our regular 2nd Generation Echos. Everything seems to work as it should.I bought this with the "free" Philips Hue bulb promotion. This bulb is our first Zigbee device and works very well with the Echo Plus. It is easily controlled by either the Echo Plus or the other Echos we have in the house. I'll be keeping an eye out for deals on these bulbs in the future. Like our other Echos, it also has no problem controlling our Kasa Smart Plugs.Overall;While $150 is a lot for a single speaker, for what I was looking for, this thing excels. If you like the 2nd Generation Echo but hoped it sounded a bit better, I would highly recommend this. Based on what I've read, if you were disappointed with the audio performance with the 1st Generation Echo Plus but want everything else it had to offer, consider giving this wonderful speaker a try.P.S.: The internal ambient temperature sensor seems fairly accurate and nice to have included.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2018
Style: Echo PlusColor: Heather GrayConfiguration: Device onlyVerified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Device with Impressive Audio
Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2018
Short & Sweet - For what it is, this device is amazing. Performance is quick, audio is great, and the built-in Zigbee hub works quite well.

Longer Review;

After dragging my heels for over a year, I finally bought our first Echo (2nd Generation) back in August. I loved it so much that I got us 2 more for other areas in the house. Being able to group them and play the same music or audio throughout the house is a novelty that won't grow old for me. I've only wished that they had a little more full sound, especially at higher volume. I'd considered the last Echo Plus, but the average of reviews I read didn't make it appear to perform significantly better than our already great 2nd Generation Echos.

When I saw this new Echo Plus listed, I pre-ordered it to "replace" the Heather Grey Echo in our kitchen and move that one to our bedroom. We tend to have music playing in the kitchen more than any other room, and I wanted slightly better sound than the regular Echo in there. I'm honestly glad we took a chance on this device without any reviews to go by.

Appearance;

As you can see in the photos, it's pretty much identical in height to the 2nd Generation Echo. It is a bit wider to accommodate the larger speakers, and the top is slightly domed instead of being flat. A similar 7-microphone array is on top and they seem to work just as well. There also appears to be a tripod-style connector on the base of the unit.

Setup;

Setup was surprisingly easy as this Echo Plus detected our network settings on its own. I plugged it in, it did its initial startup, and then told me the device was connected. Simple as that.

Audio compared to 2nd Generation Echo;

Highs are clearer.
Mids are more natural and better-defined.
Lows are deeper.
Overall volume is noticeably louder and sound quality is improved.
When paired with our other Echos, music and audio is in sync everywhere and this device stands out above the others in audio performance.

General Performance;

We have a quick network and I don't notice any perceivable performance difference between this new Echo Plus and our regular 2nd Generation Echos. Everything seems to work as it should.

I bought this with the "free" Philips Hue bulb promotion. This bulb is our first Zigbee device and works very well with the Echo Plus. It is easily controlled by either the Echo Plus or the other Echos we have in the house. I'll be keeping an eye out for deals on these bulbs in the future. Like our other Echos, it also has no problem controlling our Kasa Smart Plugs.

Overall;

While $150 is a lot for a single speaker, for what I was looking for, this thing excels. If you like the 2nd Generation Echo but hoped it sounded a bit better, I would highly recommend this. Based on what I've read, if you were disappointed with the audio performance with the 1st Generation Echo Plus but want everything else it had to offer, consider giving this wonderful speaker a try.

P.S.: The internal ambient temperature sensor seems fairly accurate and nice to have included.
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