Amazon
Echo Show 8 (3rd Generation
A strong smart speaker for listeners who care how it sounds, leading with Alexa.
77/100
AlexaWi-FiCharcoaltrue2023
£150best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Voice calling
- Spatial audio
- Hardware mute
- Spec-sheet rated, not bench-tested
Score profile
Scored against the smart speakers classWhere the Echo Show 8 (3rd Generation 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 "
Built-in cameraYes
Camera resolution13 MP
ColourCharcoal
Connectivity and smart home
Wi-FiWi-Fi
Bluetoothtrue
MatterYes
ThreadYes
ZigbeeYes
Built-in smart-home hubYes
Spotify ConnectYes
Release
Release date2023
More specs
WIFIYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowEcho Show 8 (3rd Generation vs Amazon Amazon Echo Show 11 (newest gen)
Echo Show 8 (3rd GenerationAmazon Echo Show 11 (newest gen)
| AmazonEcho Show 8 (3rd GenerationThis page | AmazonAmazon Echo Show 11 (newest gen) | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 77 /100Better | 63 /100 |
| Voice assistant | Alexa | Alexa |
| Bluetooth | true | — |
| WIFI | Yes | — |
Who it's for
Is the Echo Show 8 (3rd Generation right for you?
Buy it if
Made for keen listeners
Listeners who care how it sounds who want a smart speaker that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need reference-grade sound and features, in which case a higher-tier smart speaker is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
excellent
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 (3rd Generation worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 77/100 against other smart speakers, a strong result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the Echo Show 8 (3rd Generation?
Its voice calling stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Echo Show 21?
The Echo Show 21 scores 50/100 versus this one at 77/100, so this is the stronger pick on the spec sheet.
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