Amazon Echo Spot (newest model), Great for nightstands, offices and kitchens, Smart alarm clock with Alexa, Black

The media could not be loaded. I’ve been using Echo devices since they first came out in 2014, and I just picked up the new 2025 Echo Spot to replace a Sphere-style Echo Spot I had in my bedroom. This new model has a taller form factor and features a 2.83” touchscreen (240x320 resolution), which is both a nice upgrade and a potential concern.Setup was mostly smooth—I opted into the pre-configuration option when I ordered it, so it automatically connected to my Wi-Fi. That part worked well, but it did take almost two full minutes to scan for networks, which felt longer than it should. After connecting, it went through about 12 minutes of firmware updates and restarted twice before it was ready to use. Not awful, but not instant either.The touchscreen is helpful for checking time, weather, or tapping quick actions. While it can be turned off in the settings, I prefer to leave it on—so I’m a bit concerned about potential screen burn-in over time. Previous models like the Echo Dot with clock used simple LED displays that didn’t have this issue.Performance-wise, the touchscreen feels sluggish. Navigation and responsiveness are noticeably slow, and it seems underpowered out of the box. For the price I paid, it’s about what I expected, but I do worry that firmware updates over time will make it even slower. It already feels like it’s just barely keeping up.Sound quality is solid—on par with past Echo models. Maybe even better! I think the bass sounds better? Perhaps there’s an improved subwoofer. It’s clear and loud enough for a bedroom or small room. My biggest frustration is the physical button placement. The volume and mic mute buttons are tucked onto the upper back of the device, which makes them nearly impossible to access if you keep the unit pushed into a corner (like on a nightstand against the wall). Every other Echo I’ve owned had intuitive top-accessible buttons—this feels like a design oversight.On a positive note, the power adapter is still 15W and compatible with older Echo Spot models. I didn’t have to swap any cords while rearranging my devices, which made the transition easier.I’m also in the process of phasing out my aging Echo Plus units due to persistent subwoofer crackling. They were great initially, but the audio degraded—possibly from firmware updates or hardware failure. I’ve repurposed my older Spot to the bathroom for a basic clock display, and I’m rotating other devices accordingly.Overall, this new Spot does the job, but it’s not without its compromises. Setup requires patience, performance is underwhelming, and the design could’ve been more thoughtful. Still, for now, it fits into my ecosystem.

I traded in two older models on echo dots to get this and boy am I glad I did. The face sits so you can easy see it and you have several options of how you want to see the display. I love that I can see the time and temperature. The buttons on top are easier to find and use. The fact that you can see the alarm that is set for the furture and it was easy to set up since I had already had a Echo dot. I also love that it displays what you asked along with he title and singer for music. The music sound is perfect and clear. I got a discount and trade in value, bit it still was worth the cost to get. Very happy to have a beautiful blue Echo Spot and recommend everyone to trade up!

We bought the Echo Dot Kids for my daughter around Christmas time, partly hoping it would help answer some of the wild questions she comes up with (and save me some head-scratching!). While it hasn't completely taken over that role, it primarily gets used for playing music and checking the weather, which it does really well. We particularly love that it conveniently shows the temperature right on the home screen.On no fault of the product itself, I had initially thought we'd be able to use it for video calls while I was at work, but it's important to note that this particular model isn't capable of video chatting. Overall, it's a fun and useful little device for music and information for kids, as long as you're aware of its capabilities!

I previously had a '90s clock radio and an Echo Dot in my bedroom. But after seeing the Echo Spot, I decided this was all I really needed on my nightstand and gave it a shot.It has a very slick modern look, is super easy to set up, and has several clock face, color, and other setting options. Definitely better than the bright red digital numbers on my dated old alarm clock. And as far as interaction with Alexa, the Spot works just as well as any other Echo device that I’ve owned.My only complaints are:ONE - The (lack of) sound quality. The 3rd gen Echo Dot that I moved from my bedroom to my kitchen honestly has fuller sound and is better for listening to music. Since I often listen to music while spending time in my bedroom, I’m pretty disappointed.TWO - No LED light ring of any kind. The only way to know Alexa is “listening” or whether you have a notification is if you're looking at the screen head-on. Since I'm not directly in front of it while moving around my bedroom during the day, a small LED indicator along the top similar to the Echo Pop would’ve been nice.

Okay, so I got the new Amazon Echo Spot, and I'm pretty happy with it! It's the perfect size for so many places. I've got mine on my nightstand, and it's great. It doesn't take up a ton of space, which is awesome. But I can totally see it working well in an office or even the kitchen.The main thing is, it's a really good smart alarm clock. The display is clear, and I love that I can just ask Alexa to set an alarm. No more fumbling with tiny buttons in the dark! And of course, it does way more than just alarms.Alexa is super helpful, as always. I can ask about the weather, control my smart home devices, and even listen to music. The sound quality is surprisingly good for such a small device. It's clear, and it can get pretty loud if you want it to.Overall, I'd say if you're looking for a smart device that's compact, versatile, and has a good display, the new Echo Spot is definitely worth checking out. It's a solid upgrade, and I'm finding it really useful in my daily life.