Smart Speaker with Alexa vs Echo Dot (3rd Generation)
Smart Speaker with Alexa
2019 · $99 today
7451
Echo Dot (3rd Generation)
2018 · $29.99 today
6744
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Smart Speaker with Alexa is better
- Height: 1.4 in vs 43 mm(30.7× less)
- Weight: 10.5 oz vs 163 g(15.5× less)
Why Echo Dot (3rd Generation) is better
No standout numeric advantages.
Verdict
Smart Speaker with Alexa leads outright in 5 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Smart Speaker with Alexa | Echo Dot (3rd Generation) |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Driver | 2.75" | — |
| Low-End Frequency | 130 Hz | — |
| 3.5mm Line-Out | No | — |
| Driver Configuration | — | 1.6" speaker |
| Power Output | — | Undisclosed (est. 5 W) |
| Frequency Range Low | — | 150 Hz |
| Voice & Assistant | ||
| Built-in Assistant | Alexa | — |
| Far-Field Microphones | 4 | — |
| Temperature & Humidity Sensor | Yes | — |
| Assistant | — | Amazon Alexa |
| Microphone Array | — | 4 mics |
| Multi-Assistant Support | — | No |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band 2.4/5GHz | 802.11 a/b/g/n |
| Thermostat Remote Sensor | Yes | — |
| Zigbee Hub | No | — |
| Bluetooth | — | Yes (A2DP) |
| Aux/Line-in | — | 3.5mm |
| Design & Build | ||
| Weight | 10.5 oz● | 163 g |
| Height | 1.4 in● | 43 mm |
| Color Options | 1 | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 10.5 oz● | 163 g |
| Height | 1.4 in● | 43 mm |
| Battery Life | — | None (plug-in) |