93.5
Best for home theater enthusiasts and power users who prefer a physical ethernet connection
- Wi-Fi 6 and Ethernet connectivity
- Rechargeable Voice Remote Pro
- Dolby Vision and Atmos support
$91
Head to head · Electronics
Echo Dot (newest model) vs Fire TV Stick HD, free and live TV
Ravvy scores Echo Dot (newest model) at 93.48 and Fire TV Stick HD, free and live TV at 89.86. 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.
89.9
$35
This is a perfect budget choice for secondary TVs or travelers who need reliable smart features but are comfortable sacrificing ultra-high resolution for affordability.
How they score
| Factor | Echo Dot (newest model) | Fire TV Stick HD, free and live TV |
|---|---|---|
| Wifi Utility | 85 | – |
| Audio Quality | 78.5 | – |
| Value for Money | 91.5 | – |
| Sensors and Automation | 89 | – |
| Smart Home Integration | 94 | – |
| Ease of use | – | 90 |
| Portability | – | 95 |
| App ecosystem | – | 91 |
| Image quality | – | 68 |
| Value for money | – | 94.5 |
| Voice integration | – | 89 |
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
Fire TV Stick HD, free and live TV
What owners praise
- Affordable entry point for smart TV features
- Reliable Alexa voice search integration
- Supports HDR10+ for improved color depth
- Compact design is great for travel
- Extensive library of free ad supported apps
What to know first
- Limited to 1080p resolution
- 8GB storage fills up quickly with large apps
- Interface contains heavy promotional content
Skip it if 4k home theater owners
Specs side by side
| Spec | Echo Dot (newest model) | Fire TV Stick HD, free and live TV |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 3.9” x 3.9” x 3.5” (100mm x 100mm x 89 mm) | 38.68 mm x 141.3 mm x 17.6 mm |
| Weight | 10.7 oz (304g) Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process | 45g (without batteries) |
| Language | 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. | – |
| 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) | – |
| 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. | – |
| 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 | – |
| 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. | – |
| Included in the box | Echo Dot, glacier white power adapter (15W), and Quick Start Guide. | Fire TV Stick HD, Alexa Voice Remote, power cable and power adapter, HDMI extender, 2 AAA batteries, Quick Start Guide. |
Other options in this category
90.4
Best for smart home enthusiasts who want premium sound without the bulk of a full-sized speaker
- 3x Bass vs 2022 Echo Dot
- Wifi 6E & eero Built-in
- Matter & Zigbee Smart Hub
$100
90.0
Amazon
Echo Dot (newest model)
Best for small to medium rooms needing a mix of smart control and background music.
- Custom full-range driver
- Integrated eero Mesh technology
- Ambient temperature sensing
$50