Amazon
Echo Show 21
The Echo Show 21 lands as a entry-level smart speaker, built around Alexa.
50/100
Alexa
£400best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Scores 50/100
- Built for the job
- No spatial audio
- No matter
Score profile
Scored against the smart speakers classWhere the Echo Show 21 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Assistant
Voice assistantAlexa
Design
Weight4849 g
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowEcho Show 21 vs Sonos Sonos Era 100 | Smart Speaker with WiFi
Echo Show 21Sonos Era 100 | Smart Speaker with WiFi
| AmazonEcho Show 21This page | SonosSonos Era 100 | Smart Speaker with WiFi | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50 /100 | 50 /100 |
| Voice assistant | Alexa | Alexa |
| Bluetooth | — | Yes |
| WIFI | — | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the Echo Show 21 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable smart speaker for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need spatial audio, in which case a higher-tier smart speaker is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Echo Show 21 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other smart speakers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the Echo Show 21?
Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the smart speakers class.
How does it compare to the Sonos Era 100 SL?
The Sonos Era 100 SL scores 53/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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If you want to spend less
Sonos Era 300 | Spatial Audio Smart Speaker with WiFi
The Sonos Era 300 | Spatial Audio Smart Speaker with WiFi covers the basics for less outlay.
See review →If you want the best
Sonos Era 100 SL
The Sonos Era 100 SL scores higher and adds headroom for demanding setups.
See review →
