The Echo Spot is much more expensive than the Echo Pop, but does its built-in touchscreen make it the better choice for your home? Here's what to know.
The Echo Spot is a new smart alarm clock from Amazon , though it looks eerily similar to the existing Echo Pop . Both offer a similar, semi-ircle design — though the Echo Spot is equipped with a touchscreen while the Pop is largely controlled via voice commands. There are a handful of other differences between the Echo Spot and Echo Pop , and since the Echo Spot is much more expensive than the Pop, you’ll want to take a close look at both before opting for the fancy new gadget.
Contents From pricing and design to sound quality and additional features, here’s everything you need to know about the Echo Spot and Echo Pop. Recommended Videos Pricing and design The Echo Spot costs $80, while the Echo Pop is half that price at just $40. You’ll find the Spot in three different colors , whereas the Pop is offered in four colors . Both feature a flat, circular face and small overall footprint, though the top half of the Spot is equipped with a 2.83-inch touchscreen. Aside from the touchscreen, the two devices look remarkably similar.Sound quality The Echo Spot uses a 1.73-inch front-firing speaker.
Aside from the touchscreen, much is shared between these Amazon devices. Here’s a look at what’s available on both the Pop and Spot: Is the new Echo Spot the better option? If you’re looking for a smart alarm clock, the Echo Spot is the clear winner. Its touchscreen display makes it a better bedside companion than the Echo Pop, even if most other features are shared between the two devices. Conversely, if you need a smart speaker to serve as a central hub for your smart home or to fill your room with music, the Echo Pop is the better option. Not only does it have a larger speaker, but it’s half the price.
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