Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen, 2022 Release) Smart Speaker w/ Alexa
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Our take on the Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen, 2022 Release) Smart Speaker w/ Alexa
The Echo Dot (5th Gen) is Amazon's smallest Alexa speaker, now with a fuller sound than earlier Dots thanks to a bigger driver and a built-in temperature sensor for routines. It handles voice commands, music, timers, smart-home control and alarms, and can pair with a second Dot for stereo or link to an Echo for fuller sound. It suits bedrooms, kitchens and desks where space is tight. Against the Echo Pop it adds the temperature sensor and slightly warmer sound; against the Echo (4th Gen) it gives up the spherical design and deeper bass.
- Fuller sound than earlier Echo Dots
- Built-in temperature sensor for routines
- Compact footprint fits small spaces
- Stereo pairing with a second Dot
- Wide Alexa skill and smart-home support
- Bass is modest next to the full-size Echo
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What reviewers say
Owners see the 5th Gen Dot as a solid small-room speaker and a cheap way into Alexa, with better sound than the 4th Gen. Many say it is fine for background music and podcasts but not for filling a large room.
- Sound qualityMixedOwners call it good for its size but thin on bass and rough at high volume.
- SetupPraisedSetup through the Alexa app is quick and most owners are running within minutes.
- Alexa reliabilityMixedCommands and routines usually work, but some owners report missed wake words and occasional glitches.
Questions and answers
- Is the 5th Gen Echo Dot worth it over the 4th Gen?
- Yes if you want better sound and the added temperature sensor. The 4th Gen is still fine for basic voice commands.
- How does it compare with the Echo Pop?
- The Dot has fuller sound and a temperature sensor; the Pop is smaller and shaped for tight corners. Both run the same Alexa.
- Can I use two Echo Dots as stereo speakers?
- Yes. Pair two 5th Gen Dots in the Alexa app for stereo sound, or group them with other Echo speakers for multi-room audio.
- Does it work as a Bluetooth speaker?
- Yes. You can stream from a phone over Bluetooth or use Wi-Fi streaming through Alexa music services.
- What is in the box?
- The Echo Dot, a power adapter and a quick-start guide. No cables for audio output are included.
- Does it need a subscription?
- No. Alexa basics, timers, smart-home control and Bluetooth work without one; some music services need their own subscription.
