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Echo Dot (4th Gen, 2020 release) | Smart speaker with Alexa | Charcoal

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 571,035 ratings

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Echo Dot
  • Meet the Echo Dot - Our most popular smart speaker with Alexa. The sleek, compact design delivers crisp vocals and balanced bass for full sound.
  • Voice control your entertainment - Stream songs from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, SiriusXM, and others. Play music, audiobooks, and podcasts throughout your home with multi-room music.
  • Ready to help - Ask Alexa to tell a joke, play music, answer questions, play the news, check the weather, set alarms, and more.
  • Control your smart home - Use your voice to turn on lights, adjust thermostats, and lock doors with compatible devices.
  • Start Routines with your motion - Turn on compatible lights, play your Flash Briefing, or turn on the coffee maker when you walk into the room.
  • Connect with others hands-free - Call friends and family who have the Alexa app or an Echo device. Instantly drop in on other rooms or announce to the whole house that dinner's ready.
  • Designed to protect your privacy – Amazon is not in the business of selling your personal information to others. Built with multiple layers of privacy controls including a mic off button.

More music in more rooms

Use your voice to play a song, artist, or genre through Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, Pandora, and others. And with multi-room music, you can fill your whole home with music, radio stations, podcasts, and Audible using compatible Echo devices in different rooms.

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Designed to protect your privacy

Designed to protect your privacy

Alexa and Echo devices are built with multiple layers of privacy protection. Echo smart speakers have a microphone off button that electronically disconnects the microphones. You also have control over your voice recordings and can view, hear, or delete them at any time. Alexa uses ultrasound motion detection with select features, such as Occupancy Routines. Ultrasound does not emit on your device unless a feature is enabled that uses motion detection to properly function. You can turn motion detection off at any time. Learn more about motion detection.

Simple to set up and use

Plug in Echo Dot.

1. Plug in Echo Dot.

Plug in Echo Dot.

2. Connect to the internet with the Alexa app.

Plug in Echo Dot.

3. Ask Alexa for music, weather, news, and more.

Every day is an earth day

You don’t have to be an environmental scientist to make sustainable choices. We considered sustainability in the design of this device. Here’s how:

Materials

Materials

50% post-consumer recycled plastics
100% post-consumer recycled fabric
100% recycled die-cast aluminum
Device, cable and adapter included

Renewable Energy

Clean Energy

Amazon is building new wind and solar farms to produce clean energy equivalent to the electricity used by this device.

Low Power Mode (Wall Powered Devices)

Low Power Mode

To reduce its energy consumption, this device will enter Low Power Mode when it is idle. Low Power Mode is not available for certain user configurations. To learn more, see Low Power Mode Restrictions.

Alexa

Alexa

Track and manage the energy usage of your Alexa-connected devices with a new energy dashboard, coming soon to the Alexa app.

Packaging

Device Packaging

98% of this device’s packaging is made of wood fiber-based materials from responsibly managed forests or recycled sources.

Technical details

Echo Dot (4th Gen)

Echo Dot (4th Gen)

Size

3.9” x 3.9” x 3.5” (100 x 100 x 89 mm)

Weight

12 oz (341.3 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.

Amazon Sidewalk

A shared network that can simplify Echo device setup and can help your device reconnect to your wifi router when you update your password or network name. Sidewalk uses a small portion of your internet bandwidth to provide these services to you and your neighbors, and is enabled on your device unless you have previously disabled the setting. You can disable Sidewalk at anytime. Learn more here.

Bluetooth connectivity

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

1.6” speaker. 3.5 mm line out for use with external speakers (audio cable not included).

System requirements

Echo Dot comes ready to connect to your Wi-Fi. The Alexa app is compatible with Fire OS, Android, and iOS devices and also accessible via your web browser. Supported operating systems. Certain skills and services may require subscription or other fees.

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

Warranty and service

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

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.

Included in the box

Echo Dot, glacier white power adapter (15W), and Quick Start Guide.

Generation

Echo Dot (4th Gen) - 2020 release

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

Alexa Skills & Features

Alexa makes your life easier, more meaningful, and more fun by letting you voice control your world. Alexa can help you get more out of the things you already love and discover new possibilities you've never imagined. Discover and learn what Alexa can do.

Software Security Updates

This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own an Amazon Echo, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device.

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Sustainability features

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Carbon impact

Carbon emissions from the lifecycle of this product were reduced compared to similar products or previous models.

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Customer reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
571,035 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of setup and use of the digital device. They mention that the app is incredibly simple and pairing is easy. Customers also appreciate the great sound quality, saying that it's the perfect speaker to use in any space. They also like the appearance, value, and performance of the product. However, some customers have mixed opinions on Alexa compatibility, quality, and voice recognition.

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13,673 customers mention9,606 positive4,067 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the digital device. They say it has adjustable bass and treble, and can get very loud. The device is great for voice and good for music, and it can play music, control your home devices, and tell jokes.

"...the full size 4th gen Echo but I really like the new Dots shape , sound quality , light bar on the bottom , button user friendliness and color..." Read more

"...or winding down with a podcast, the Echo Dot delivers crisp, clear sound that punches above its weight...." Read more

"...On the technical side, the sound quality is not B&O grading, but good for its purpose and the microphone is near perfect...." Read more

"...updates, reordering items for you, telling you about deals, playing your favorite music, or even telling jokes if you feel like it...." Read more

8,292 customers mention6,394 positive1,898 negative

Customers like the performance of the digital device. They say it's extremely functional, good for its purpose, and amazing. They also say it works well with others, and provides far more functions and convenience than an Echo Show 5. Customers also mention that it has fun and useful features that can be used everyday.

"...4th gen devices have the microphones near the volume buttons and work very well unless trying to compete with my sound bar they sit on top of ...." Read more

"...It's cute and it's helpful and I find myself using it even more than I thought I would." Read more

"...+ I like the available emergency features (more on this in my review)CONS:-..." Read more

"...There just aren't enough improvements from what I've seen so far...." Read more

5,770 customers mention5,036 positive734 negative

Customers find the setup of the digital device to be easy. They mention that the app is incredibly simple to use, pairing is easy, and the setup is almost smooth. They also say that the questions are clear and easy to understand, and it has a routine setup. Overall, most are happy with the ease of setup and use of the product.

"...The buttons on the unit are easy to find and work well . Set up was darn near automatic , much much better than Echo devices just a year ago...." Read more

"...Using the app is incredibly simple with your Amazon linked account and it has plenty of options to enhance your experience...." Read more

"...I also like the integration with my Weather station (Ambient Weather) and the ability to make announcements across all the devices..." Read more

"Alexa has made everything so much easier, also doubles as a great speaker!" Read more

2,640 customers mention2,276 positive364 negative

Customers like the appearance of the digital device. They say it's nice looking, cute, and has a bright light. Some say the color is attractive and blends seamlessly into any decor. Overall, customers are satisfied with the appearance and functionality of the product.

"...It seamlessly blends into any decor, adding a touch of sophistication to my living space. It's not just a speaker; it's a style statement...." Read more

"...It's cute and it's helpful and I find myself using it even more than I thought I would." Read more

"The Echo Dot (4th Gen) is a handy device with a sleek design that I appreciate...." Read more

"...to allow for it to hear you thru the noise....cool looking without the white cord...." Read more

2,088 customers mention1,798 positive290 negative

Customers like the value of the digital device. They mention that it's functional and useful for a cheap price. They appreciate the speaker's features and say it'll save time and money.

"...If you want a great value , don't need a clock and oomph in your music /audio books listening isn't a must you can't go wrong with this one unless..." Read more

"...It welcomes me back home. It does my taxes...." Read more

"Super worth the purchase!" Read more

"...It is affordable, making it easy to use around the house without spending very much money...." Read more

2,441 customers mention1,630 positive811 negative

Customers are mixed about the voice recognition of the digital device. Some mention that it recognizes their voice very well, while others say that it's subpar and difficult to set up separate voices.

"...quality is not B&O grading, but good for its purpose and the microphone is near perfect...." Read more

"...The voice recognition software seem to work very well...." Read more

"...The only thing is that the voice recognition software is bogus sometimes, it still thinks I am my sister, and addresses me as such when I wake up,..." Read more

"...The 4th generation dot has terrific voice recognition in noisy environments, even with music and water running in the shower ...." Read more

2,395 customers mention1,641 positive754 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the digital device. Some mention that it works fine as a speaker of acceptable quality, while others say that it has a terrible flaw and the reliability started to decline.

"...And the best part? It's not just a speaker; it's a gateway to a smart home utopia...." Read more

"All-round, its practical, good quality, truly streamling home living/automation and tons of fun...." Read more

"...Well, the product has such a terrible flaw that I could not bear using it, despite its quite good sound quality...." Read more

"...THAT SAID: Device is fine, sounds good, works well with others, speaker is engineered to allow for it to hear you thru the noise....cool looking..." Read more

2,366 customers mention1,597 positive769 negative

Customers are mixed about the Alexa compatibility. Some mention that the integration with smartthings works great, while others say that it doesn't pick up their voice recognition.

"...Alexa services are interesting, but made truly great with the echo dot...." Read more

"...This actually makes the light considerably more noticeable, especially if sitting on a semi-reflective surface.- Slightly better sound...." Read more

"...of Alexa does not only fail to add any value, but in fact makes it creepy and uncomfortable to use...." Read more

"I really enjoy my Echo Dot, for many reasons, Grocery list, timers, smart lights and TV controls to name a few...." Read more

Got It For Setting Up Stereo  But Really Like It By Itself As Well.
5 Stars
Got It For Setting Up Stereo But Really Like It By Itself As Well.
I got a Dot with clock to try out the new shaped Echos and really enjoy it. I enjoy it so much I decided to buy a second , without clock , to make a stereo effect when using Alexa for music. Little did I know I can incorporate my full size Echo to enhance the bass , like is a sub woofer. Does it rattle the windows ? No. Does it sound very nice ? YesAbout this particular Dot . I got black because of where it'll be located so it would basically disappear but if you're not trying to hide one the other colors are really nice as well. The white isn't bright white but isn't bordering cream either. I really liked the sky blue color of my first one (until I discovered a black Sharpie worked well to make it black while not blocking out the clock ) so it's a nice way to go as well. My last full size Echo was the blue and it is a nice color choice for just about any color scheme room , unlike the white and black that can really become an unwanted drawing of the eyes point but I digress.The buttons on the unit are easy to find and work well . Set up was darn near automatic , much much better than Echo devices just a year ago.The volume can easily fill a room by itself but at a cost of sound quality if its trying to do things by itself. For a large room a big brother Echo will have a lot more oomph and punch whether music or vocal . This Dot will work but sound cheap and Tinny at higher volumes . The 3rd gen Dot doesn't get as loud as this one but was really a little too much in my daughters bedroom when she set it above 5 (50% volume ) . For that size room the 2nd gen Dot was just right. She has a smaller (15'x 15' ) room by far than my 28'x30' den .This one , just like the other 4th gen devices have the microphones near the volume buttons and work very well unless trying to compete with my sound bar they sit on top of . Then they just ignore my attempts to talk with Alexa. At that point I can just talk to the full size Echo by my sofa (across the room ) . You ask any smart device to discern my voice from a tv voice when the tv is inches away and I'm yards away isn't fair so I won't give it a knock but when the sound bar isn't on the Dot can hear me easily even if I speak just above a whisper and the one closest to my den door can hear commands when I first enter the house so by the time I get to the den my lights are lit and I can have music playing if I so choose . Alexa software has really come a long way in 2020 from clunky and not able to discern me from my dog to being able to understand what my 4 year old granddaughter is trying to get to happen and myself practically having a 2 way conversation with it.Catching it on sale and using the interest free 5 payment plan made this one an easy choice that is very budget friendly. The only Echo device cheaper is the Flex but I'd recommend that one only for using Alexa features and routines. The sound and volume on it are not room filling and rich at all . Fine for voice searches and such but not so much even for audio books. For that the Dot more than suffices .If I had to choose 1 Echo device and only 1 it'd be a Dot for it's value and usability . Since I could choose more than 1 ,my most used is the full size 4th gen Echo but I really like the new Dots shape , sound quality , light bar on the bottom , button user friendliness and color choices .If you want a great value , don't need a clock and oomph in your music /audio books listening isn't a must you can't go wrong with this one unless you don't like a device the size of a baseball sitting on your furniture or shelf .
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Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2020
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5.0 out of 5 stars Got It For Setting Up Stereo But Really Like It By Itself As Well.
Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2020
I got a Dot with clock to try out the new shaped Echos and really enjoy it. I enjoy it so much I decided to buy a second , without clock , to make a stereo effect when using Alexa for music. Little did I know I can incorporate my full size Echo to enhance the bass , like is a sub woofer. Does it rattle the windows ? No. Does it sound very nice ? Yes

About this particular Dot .
I got black because of where it'll be located so it would basically disappear but if you're not trying to hide one the other colors are really nice as well. The white isn't bright white but isn't bordering cream either. I really liked the sky blue color of my first one (until I discovered a black Sharpie worked well to make it black while not blocking out the clock ) so it's a nice way to go as well. My last full size Echo was the blue and it is a nice color choice for just about any color scheme room , unlike the white and black that can really become an unwanted drawing of the eyes point but I digress.
The buttons on the unit are easy to find and work well . Set up was darn near automatic , much much better than Echo devices just a year ago.
The volume can easily fill a room by itself but at a cost of sound quality if its trying to do things by itself. For a large room a big brother Echo will have a lot more oomph and punch whether music or vocal . This Dot will work but sound cheap and Tinny at higher volumes . The 3rd gen Dot doesn't get as loud as this one but was really a little too much in my daughters bedroom when she set it above 5 (50% volume ) . For that size room the 2nd gen Dot was just right. She has a smaller (15'x 15' ) room by far than my 28'x30' den .
This one , just like the other 4th gen devices have the microphones near the volume buttons and work very well unless trying to compete with my sound bar they sit on top of . Then they just ignore my attempts to talk with Alexa. At that point I can just talk to the full size Echo by my sofa (across the room ) . You ask any smart device to discern my voice from a tv voice when the tv is inches away and I'm yards away isn't fair so I won't give it a knock but when the sound bar isn't on the Dot can hear me easily even if I speak just above a whisper and the one closest to my den door can hear commands when I first enter the house so by the time I get to the den my lights are lit and I can have music playing if I so choose . Alexa software has really come a long way in 2020 from clunky and not able to discern me from my dog to being able to understand what my 4 year old granddaughter is trying to get to happen and myself practically having a 2 way conversation with it.
Catching it on sale and using the interest free 5 payment plan made this one an easy choice that is very budget friendly. The only Echo device cheaper is the Flex but I'd recommend that one only for using Alexa features and routines. The sound and volume on it are not room filling and rich at all . Fine for voice searches and such but not so much even for audio books. For that the Dot more than suffices .
If I had to choose 1 Echo device and only 1 it'd be a Dot for it's value and usability . Since I could choose more than 1 ,my most used is the full size 4th gen Echo but I really like the new Dots shape , sound quality , light bar on the bottom , button user friendliness and color choices .
If you want a great value , don't need a clock and oomph in your music /audio books listening isn't a must you can't go wrong with this one unless you don't like a device the size of a baseball sitting on your furniture or shelf .
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5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful smart speaker
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2023
After needing to replace our Google Home mini, I decided to get the Amazon brand Echo Dot instead. We use Amazon a lot for many different services so it seemed like the better option.
I set it up in the kitchen as I figured I would have the most use in that area. And it has become quite the handy helper!
Alexa is very useful in giving reminders/news alerts, telling the weather, setting timers, taking you step by step through a recipe, answering questions, adding items to your shopping list, giving you order updates, reordering items for you, telling you about deals, playing your favorite music, or even telling jokes if you feel like it.
I also find it to be quite responsive and intuitive and it has really added to my overall household experience. Using the app is incredibly simple with your Amazon linked account and it has plenty of options to enhance your experience. If you use any of the Amazon smart home devices (we use the Blink cameras), this can also be linked and some functions voice controlled through the Dot as well.
It's cute and it's helpful and I find myself using it even more than I thought I would.
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