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Echo Hub | 8” smart home control panel with Alexa | Compatible with thousands of devices
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- ECHO HUB — An easy-to-use Alexa-enabled control panel for your smart home devices—just ask Alexa or tap the display to control lights, smart plugs, camera feeds, and more.
- STREAMLINE YOUR SMART HOME — Customise the controls and widgets, displayed on your dashboard to quickly adjust devices, view cameras, start routines, and more.
- WORKS WITH THOUSANDS OF DEVICES — Compatible with thousands of connected locks, thermostats, speakers, and more. WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Matter, and Thread devices sync seamlessly with the built-in smart home hub.
- HOME SECURITY AT YOUR FINGERTIPS — Use the Alexa app and compatible cameras, locks, and sensors to check in while you're out.
- EASY TO INSTALL — Echo Hub can be wall mounted anywhere you have an outlet. Use in-wall cable pass throughs or a power-over-ethernet adaptor (both sold separately) to hide cables. Also compatible with table-top stand (sold separately).
- PLAY YOUR MUSIC EVERYWHERE — Connect your preferred speaker to Echo Hub to play music, audiobooks, and podcasts in any room.
- DESIGNED TO PROTECT YOUR PRIVACY — Built with privacy in mind, including a mic off button.
We want you to know:
The camera snapshot function is currently only compatible with Ring cameras covered by a Ring subscription. You can view live feeds from compatible, non-Ring cameras by tapping the device tile or by asking Alexa. Some features pictured will be added in the coming months via a free, over-the-air update.
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Smart Speakers
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Alexa on the go
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Kindle E-Readers
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Video Doorbells
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Security Cameras
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Accessories
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Wi-Fi 5
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Wi-Fi 6
Smart home control made easy
Manage your entire smart home with one easy-to-use control panel — for a custom smart home at a smart value.
Customise to seewhat matters most
Choose the widgets and controls displayed on your dashboard so you can quickly adjust lights, see cameras, play music, or start routines — like a one-tap routine that locks the doors, dims the lights, and adjusts the thermostat.
One hub. Endless possibilities.
“Alexa, discover my devices.”
Echo Hub works with thousands of connected cameras, lights, locks, plugs, thermostats, speakers, and more — bringing your smart devices together in one convenient hub.
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Thread, and Matter devices sync seamlessly with the built-in smart home hub, allowing you to control compatible devices, even if your internet is down.
Elevate your everyday
Helpful widgets
Stay on track with customisable widgets for your calendar, reminders, and lists.
Just ask Alexa
Ask Alexa to reorder essentials, find a recipe, set reminders, and more.
See your photos
The vibrant 8” display lets you show off your favourite photos when not in use.
Pair. Play. Enjoy.
Play music directly from your Echo Hub or connect your preferred speakers to Echo Hub to control whole home audio and enjoy your favourite playlists, podcasts, and audiobooks.
Designed to protect your privacy
Echo Hub is built with multiple layers of privacy protection. From the mic off button to the ability to delete your voice recordings, you have transparency and control over your Alexa experience. Learn more about how Alexa and Echo devices work.
Easy to set up and install
Option 1
Echo Hub can be wall mounted anywhere you have an outlet.
Option 2
Use in-wall cable pass-through (sold separately) to hide cords.
Option 3
Place in the compatible stand (sold separately).
Option 4
Connect with a compatible power-over-ethernet adaptor (sold separately).
Designed for Sustainability
Figures are for Echo Hub, not including any variants or accessories
Device Materials
This device is made from 27% recycled materials.
Device Packaging
97% of this device packaging is made of wood fibre-based materials from responsibly managed forests or recycled sources.
Low Power Mode
Low Power Mode reduces energy consumption when idle, except in certain situations
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Price | From: $329.00 | From: $348.41 | From: - | From: $321.58 |
Ratings | 3.5 out of 5 stars (13) | 4.0 out of 5 stars (4) | No customer reviews yet | No customer reviews yet |
Screen | 8" with 1280 x 800 resolution | 6.8" 1024 x 600 resolution | 4" | 6“ |
Alexa Built In | - | - | - | |
Speakers | Dual stereo speakers. Best paired with compatible speakers for whole home audio | 2-channel speaker output | - | Yes |
Microphone Arrays | 4 | 1 | - | Yes |
Camera | - | - | - | - |
Advanced smart home controls | ||||
Built in Zigbee smart home hub | - | |||
Smart home dedicated home screen | ||||
Power Over Ethernet Compatible | - | - | ||
Wall Mountable | ||||
Ideal Placement | On-wall or tabletop. Best placed in Hallways, Entryways, or Open living spaces | On-wall | On-wall | In-wall embedded |
Best For | The customisable hub of your smart home | Whole house intelligence at your fingertips | Whole home automation | Full-scene personalised settings |
Dimensions | 202 mm W x 137mm H x 15mm D | 220 mm W x 130 mm H x 100 mm D | 86 mm W x 86 mm H 36 mm D | Packaging: 280 mm x 150 mm H x 90 mm D |
Release Year | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2024 |
Technical details
Echo Hub
Size |
202 mm W x 137mm H x 15mm D (7.9” x 5.4” x 0.6”) |
Weight |
365 grams Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process. |
Display |
8” touch screen with 1280 x 800 resolution |
Audio |
Pair of top ported full range speakers, with stereo playback |
Sensors |
Passive infrared (PIR) sensor for proximity detection, ambient light sensor (ALS) |
Wi-Fi connectivity |
Dual-band Wi-Fi supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi networks. Does not support connecting to ad-hoc or peer-to-peer Wi-Fi networks. |
Bluetooth connectivity |
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support for audio streaming from your mobile device to Echo Hub or from Echo Hub to your Bluetooth speaker. Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) for voice control of connected Bluetooth speakers. Hands-Free Profile (HFP) not supported. Bluetooth speakers requiring PIN codes not supported. |
Smart home device compatibility |
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy Mesh, Zigbee, Thread and Matter |
System requirements |
Echo Hub comes ready to connect to your internet via Wi-Fi or ethernet. The Alexa app is compatible with Android, and iOS devices and also accessible via your web browser. Supported operating systems. Certain skills and services may require subscription or other fees. |
Setup technology |
Amazon Wi-Fi simple setup enables customers to connect smart devices to their Wi-Fi network in a few easy steps. Wi-Fi simple setup is another way Alexa is always getting smarter. Learn more about frustration-free setup. |
Processor |
MediaTek MT 8169 A |
Included in the box |
Echo Hub, power adaptor (12.5W) and 1.8m (6ft) cord (white), wall mount, anchors, screws, mounting template, and quick start guide. Setup requires internet via Wi-Fi or ethernet. Device can be wall mounted (electric drill required) or placed on a stand (sold separately). Device not intended for handheld or portable use. |
Power requirements |
Compatible with alternative USB-C PD power accessories. Power supply must comply with USB PD protocol and support both 5V/2.4A and 9V/3A ratings. |
Power over Ethernet |
Supports PoE with compatible USB-C converter. Requires IEEE 802.3at/PoE+/Type2 or IEEE 802.3bt /PoE++/Type 3 support. |
Warranty and service |
1-year limited warranty and service included. Use of Echo Hub is subject to these terms found here. |
Privacy features |
Wake word technology, streaming indicators, microphone off button, the ability to view and delete your voice recordings, support for Ring’s End-to-End Encryption feature that provides End-to-End Encrypted Ring video on your Echo Hub, and more. Visit the Alexa Privacy Hub to explore how Alexa and Echo devices are designed to protect your privacy. |
Accessibility features |
To enable features that personalise Alexa to your abilities, go to Settings → Accessibility. Discover paths to accessibility |
Alexa Skills and features |
Alexa makes your life easier, more meaningful, and more fun by letting you voice control your world. Alexa can help you get more out of the things you already love and discover new possibilities you've never imagined. Discover and learn what Alexa can do. |
Software Security Updates |
This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own an Amazon Echo, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device. |
Service Availability |
Certain services and skills are subject to change or withdrawal at any time, may not be available in all areas and languages, and may require compatible devices. |
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Given this is essentially a fire hd tablet with similar weak specifications (low grade cpu in particular), this really should be no more than $200aud.
At that price I would buy one for every room in the house even with the poor specs, but not at $330.