Which is cheaper, Echo Dot Max (newest model) or Echo Dot (newest model)?

Echo Dot Max (newest model) lists at $100 and Echo Dot (newest model) lists at $50. Prices change often, so check the current listing before buying.

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Echo Dot Max (newest model) vs Echo Dot (newest model)

Ravvy scores Echo Dot Max (newest model) at 90.42 and Echo Dot (newest model) at 89.98. Echo Dot Max (newest model) takes the overall pick, best for smart home enthusiasts who want premium sound without the bulk of a full-sized speaker.

Ravvy pick

Amazon

Echo Dot Max (newest model)

90.4

$100

The Echo Dot Max is the best choice for users who want to consolidate their smart hub, wifi extender, and high-quality audio into a single, stylish unit, provided they are comfortable with the increased price point.

Amazon

Echo Dot (newest model)

90.0

$50

The Echo Dot 5th Gen is the best budget smart speaker for those deeply integrated into the Alexa ecosystem who value smart home automation sensors over high-fidelity audio.

How they score

Factor	Echo Dot Max (newest model)	Echo Dot (newest model)
Wifi Range	85	–
Compactness	88	–
Audio Quality	92.5	–
Voice Recognition	94.2	–
Smart Connectivity	98	–
Setup ease	–	96
Audio quality	–	72.4
Network utility	–	85.5
Value for money	–	91.2
Privacy features	–	82
Smart home integration	–	94.8

Echo Dot Max (newest model)

What owners praise

Substantial bass improvement with dedicated 2.5 inch woofer
Acts as an eero mesh wifi extender for up to 1,000 sq ft
Integrated Zigbee, Matter, and Thread smart home hub
Automatic room adaptation optimizes sound to the environment
AZ3 processor enables faster, more conversational Alexa+ responses

What to know first

Significantly more expensive than the standard Echo Dot
eero extension speeds capped at 100 Mbps
Mono playback unless paired with a second unit

Skip it if casual listeners looking for a basic, low-cost voice assistant for simple timers

Echo Dot (newest model)

What owners praise

Improved bass and vocal clarity from the 1.6 inch driver
Built-in eero wifi extender adds up to 1,000 sq. ft. of coverage
Integrated temperature and motion sensors for advanced automation
Matter protocol support ensures broad smart home compatibility
Physical microphone kill switch for privacy assurance

What to know first

Removal of the 3.5mm auxiliary audio output jack
Wifi extension requires an existing eero mesh network
Small size naturally limits maximum volume and soundstage

Skip it if audiophiles or users requiring a 3.5mm wired audio output

Specs side by side

Spec	Echo Dot Max (newest model)	Echo Dot (newest model)
Size	4.27” x 4.27” x 3.9” (108.7mm x 108.6mm x 99.2mm)	3.9” x 3.9” x 3.5” (100mm x 100mm x 89 mm)
Weight	17.82 Oz (505.3 grams) 1.11 lbs. Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process	10.7 oz (304g) Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process
Sensors	Ambient temperature sensor, Ambient light sensor, Presence Detection, Accelerometer for Tap Gestures.	–
Language	Alexa speaks English and Spanish.	Alexa speaks English and Spanish
Processor	AZ3 with AI Accelerator	–
eero Built-in	Your wifi network must use a compatible eero router and your Echo device must stay in range of a compatible eero device. You will need to link your eero and Amazon accounts and manage eero Built-in from the eero mobile application to use this feature. eero Built-in compatible Echo devices support up to 1,000 sq. ft. of additional coverage, speeds up to 100 Mbps, and 10 or fewer connected devices in the 5GHz band. Actual performance can vary and certain eero, Echo, or Alexa features may be incompatible with eero Built-in. Learn more about eero Built-in performance, availability and compatibility. Use of eero and eero-related products and services, including eero Built-in, requires creation of an eero account and agreement to eero’s Terms of Service. Review eero’s Privacy Notice.	Your wifi network must use a compatible eero router and your Echo device must stay in range of a compatible eero device. You will need to link your eero and Amazon accounts and manage eero Built-in from the eero mobile application to use this feature. eero Built-in compatible Echo devices support up to 1,000 sq. ft. of additional coverage, speeds up to 100 Mbps, and 10 or fewer connected devices in the 5 GHz band. Actual performance can vary and certain eero, Echo, or Alexa features may be incompatible with eero Built-in. Learn more about eero Built-in performance, availability and compatibility. Use of eero and eero-related products and services, including eero Built-in, requires creation of an eero account and agreement to eero’s Terms of Service. Review eero’s Privacy Notice.
Alexa Features	Alexa helps you get more out of the things you know and love while offering inspiration for new possibilities. From home management and productivity support to fun and entertainment, Alexa+ gets even more done with an all-new, personalized experience. Learn more about Alexa+.	–
Smart Home Hub	Zigbee + Matter + Thread Border Router.	–
Amazon Sidewalk	Sidewalk uses Echo and Ring devices to securely keep other devices connected and help find lost items by reporting their approximate location to the owner. Sidewalk can enable supported devices to remain connected even when wifi is lost or the supported devices are outside the range of their home wifi. Sidewalk uses a small portion of your internet bandwidth and the approximate location of your devices to provide these benefits to you and your neighbors. Sidewalk is turned on for your device unless you have previously turned it off. You can turn off Sidewalk at any time. Learn more about Amazon Sidewalk.	Sidewalk uses Echo and Ring devices to securely keep other devices connected and help find lost items by reporting their approximate location to the owner. Sidewalk can enable supported devices to remain connected even when wifi is lost or the supported devices are outside the range of their home wifi. Sidewalk uses a small portion of your internet bandwidth and the approximate location of your devices to provide these benefits to you and your neighbors. Sidewalk is turned on for your device unless you have previously turned it off. You can turn off Sidewalk at any time. Learn more about Amazon Sidewalk.
Audio Bandwidth	53 Hz - 16 kHz (volume 6)	62 Hz - 19 kHz (volume 6)
Privacy features	Wake word technology, microphones enable/disable button, the ability to review and delete your voice recordings, and more. Visit the Alexa Privacy Hub to explore how Alexa and Echo devices are designed to protect your privacy.	Wake word technology, streaming indicators, microphone off button, the ability to view and delete your voice recordings, and more. Visit the Alexa Privacy Hub to explore how Alexa and Echo devices are designed to protect your privacy.
Playback Channels	Two-way mono	Mono