Amazon
Echo Show 8
A solid mid-range pick in the smart speakers line-up, with Alexa up front.
63/100
AlexaGraphite
£180best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Voice calling
- Spatial audio
- Hardware mute
- No matter
- No thread
Score profile
Scored against the smart speakers classWhere the Echo Show 8 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Assistant
Voice assistantAlexa
Voice callingYes
Audio
Spatial audioYes
Design
Hardware muteYes
Has displayYes
Screen size8.7 "
Built-in cameraYes
ColourGraphite
Connectivity and smart home
Built-in smart-home hubYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowEcho Show 8 vs Amazon Amazon Echo Show 11 (newest gen)
Echo Show 8Amazon Echo Show 11 (newest gen)
| AmazonEcho Show 8This page | AmazonAmazon Echo Show 11 (newest gen) | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63 /100 | 63 /100 |
| Voice assistant | Alexa | Alexa |
Who it's for
Is the Echo Show 8 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 matter, in which case a higher-tier smart speaker is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Echo Show 8 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 63/100 against other smart speakers, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the Echo Show 8?
Its voice calling stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Amazon Echo Studio (newest gen)?
The Amazon Echo Studio (newest gen) scores 66/100 versus this one at 63/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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