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

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

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

Ravvy scores Echo Dot (newest model) at 93.48 and Echo Dot Max (newest model) at 90.42. Echo Dot (newest model) takes the overall pick, best for entry-level smart home setups and small room audio..

Ravvy pick

Amazon

Echo Dot (newest model)

93.5

$50

This is the definitive choice for those starting a smart home who want clear audio and automation sensors in a small footprint, provided they do not need to wire it to external speakers.

Amazon

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.

How they score

Factor	Echo Dot (newest model)	Echo Dot Max (newest model)
Wifi Utility	85	–
Audio Quality	78.5	92.5
Value for Money	91.5	–
Sensors and Automation	89	–
Smart Home Integration	94	–
Wifi Range	–	85
Compactness	–	88
Voice Recognition	–	94.2
Smart Connectivity	–	98

Echo Dot (newest model)

What owners praise

Significantly improved bass and vocal clarity
Built-in eero wifi extender functionality
Integrated temperature and motion sensors for automation
Responsive tap-to-snooze physical interaction
Broad compatibility with Matter and major streaming services

What to know first

No 3.5mm audio output for external speakers
eero extension limited to 100 Mbps speeds
Mono speaker configuration lacks true stereo separation

Skip it if audiophiles seeking stereo sound or physical audio output

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

Specs side by side

Spec	Echo Dot (newest model)	Echo Dot Max (newest model)
Size	3.9” x 3.9” x 3.5” (100mm x 100mm x 89 mm)	4.27” x 4.27” x 3.9” (108.7mm x 108.6mm x 99.2mm)
Weight	10.7 oz (304g) Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process	17.82 Oz (505.3 grams) 1.11 lbs. Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process
Language	Alexa speaks English and Spanish	Alexa speaks English and Spanish.
Generation	Echo Dot (5th Gen) - 2022 release	–
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 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.	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.
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	62 Hz - 19 kHz (volume 6)	53 Hz - 16 kHz (volume 6)
Privacy features	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.	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.
Setup technology	Amazon Wi-Fi simple setup enables customers to connect smart devices to their wifi network in a few easy steps. Wi-Fi simple setup is another way Alexa is always getting smarter. Learn more about Wi-Fi simple setup.	–
Playback Channels	Mono	Two-way mono
Wifi connectivity	Dual-band Wi-Fi supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 and 5 GHz) networks. Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) wifi networks.	Wi-Fi 6E (IEEE 802.11ax)
Included in the box	Echo Dot, glacier white power adapter (15W), and Quick Start Guide.	Echo Dot Max (2025 release), power adapter (22W), and quick start guide.