Which is cheaper, Echo Dot Max (newest model) or Echo Spot (newest model), Great for nightstands?

Echo Dot Max (newest model) lists at $100 and Echo Spot (newest model), Great for nightstands lists at $80. Prices change often, so check the current listing before buying.

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Echo Dot Max (newest model) vs Echo Spot (newest model), Great for nightstands

Ravvy scores Echo Dot Max (newest model) at 90.42 and Echo Spot (newest model), Great for nightstands at 89.8. 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 Spot (newest model), Great for nightstands

89.8

$80

The Echo Spot is the perfect middle ground for the bedroom, offering visual information and great sound while sacrificing a camera for total privacy.

How they score

Factor	Echo Dot Max (newest model)	Echo Spot (newest model), Great for nightstands
Wifi Range	85	–
Compactness	88	–
Audio Quality	92.5	–
Voice Recognition	94.2	–
Smart Connectivity	98	–
Form Factor	–	95
Audio Clarity	–	82
Display Quality	–	78
Privacy Features	–	98
Smart Home Integration	–	92

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 Spot (newest model), Great for nightstands

What owners praise

No camera ensures absolute bedroom privacy
High contrast display is easy to read at night
Doubles as an eero mesh wifi extender
Responsive touch controls for music and alarms
Better bass response than the Echo Dot or Pop

What to know first

No video playback or streaming capabilities
Small screen size limits complex smart home viewing
eero extension limited to 100 Mbps speeds

Skip it if users who want to make video calls or watch streaming video

Specs side by side

Spec	Echo Dot Max (newest model)	Echo Spot (newest model), Great for nightstands
Size	4.27” x 4.27” x 3.9” (108.7mm x 108.6mm x 99.2mm)	4.5"W x 4.1"D x 4.4"H (113mm x 103mm x 111mm)
Weight	17.82 Oz (505.3 grams) 1.11 lbs. Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process	14.3oz (405g) 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	MT8519
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)	–
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.	–
Playback Channels	Two-way mono	–