Echo Dot 3rd Generation Smart Speaker With Alexa
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- Last seen at $29.99 used at eBay on Nov 13.
Our take on the Echo Dot 3rd Generation Smart Speaker With Alexa
The Echo Dot 3rd Gen is Amazon's small, puck-shaped Alexa speaker. It handles voice commands, music, timers, smart home control and answers, and its 1.6-inch speaker is louder and fuller than the 2nd Gen's. It suits bedrooms, kitchens and desks where a full-size Echo is overkill. Rivals like the Nest Mini and Echo Dot 4th Gen offer similar voice control, but the 3rd Gen is the simplest and most stripped-down of the group, with no clock display and no built-in Zigbee hub.
- Clear Alexa voice pickup from across a room
- Louder, fuller sound than the 2nd Gen
- 3.5mm output to connect a bigger speaker
- Compact puck fits on a nightstand or counter
- Simple setup through the Alexa app
- Weak bass and modest volume for music
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What reviewers say
Owners treat the 3rd Gen as a dependable, cheap entry into Alexa. Most praise its voice recognition and improved sound over the 2nd Gen, while music quality and bass draw the most complaints.
- Sound qualityMixedFine for podcasts, news and background music, but owners say bass is thin and it struggles at high volume.
- Voice recognitionPraisedReviewers say Alexa hears commands from across the room, even with music playing.
- SetupPraisedOwners describe pairing and Wi-Fi setup through the Alexa app as quick and painless.
Questions and answers
- Is the Echo Dot 3rd Gen worth it over the 2nd Gen?
- Yes, if you want better sound and clearer voice pickup. The 3rd Gen is louder and fuller than the 2nd Gen and keeps the same 3.5mm output for external speakers.
- How does it compare with the Echo Dot 4th Gen?
- The 4th Gen has a rounder design, a slightly larger speaker and an optional clock display. The 3rd Gen is simpler and smaller, with no clock and no built-in Zigbee hub.
- Can I connect it to a bigger speaker?
- Yes. It has a 3.5mm audio output, so you can run it into a powered speaker or stereo and use Alexa to control playback.
- Does it work without a subscription?
- Yes. Alexa, timers, smart home control and Bluetooth playback work without any paid service. Music streaming services may need their own accounts.
- What is in the box?
- The Echo Dot 3rd Gen, a power adapter and a quick-start guide. No audio cable is included for the 3.5mm output.
- Can I turn off the microphone?
- Yes. A button on top mutes the microphones, and a red light shows when they are off.
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