I ordered this Echo Gen 4 last night, Black Friday sale price $72 AU- down from $169. Received it a few hrs ago. Plugged it in. Downloaded the Alexa app', and away we go. I bought it to replace a battery Ryobi speaker in bathroom. This Echo has great immersive sound, rich & full bass. More than loud enough for the bathroom. I immediately went & plugged it into the tv. Two of these Echos would be great tv speakers. I'm all sorted for tv speakers for all 3 tv setups, with Denon, Meredo, & Technics sound bars & speakers. But a twin setup of these Echos would give any of my other setups a run for their money at half the price & twice the functionality. Interested in how much better the Gen 5's are. A very happy customer. Thanks Amazon 👍
Edit- it's been a week & I'm even more impressed with this speaker. This Echo 4th gen punches WAAAY above its weight. Alexia AI is very good. Very intuitive. Hasn't missed a beat. I'm very very impressed. I'll be replacing my bedroom $400 soundbar with two more of these Echo 4th or 5th Gen's synced & linked together. The sound is spot on- beautifully balanced. The bass is rich & punchy. Haven't needed past level 7 volume- mostly 4-6. Can't recommend this product enough 👍
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“Alexa, play music everywhere.”
Use your voice to play a song, artist, or genre through Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, TuneIn, and others. And with multi-room music, you can fill your whole home with music, radio stations, podcasts, and Audible using compatible Echo devices in different rooms.
Designed to protect your privacy
Alexa and Echo devices are built with multiple layers of privacy protection. Echo smart speakers have a microphone off button that electronically disconnects the microphones. You also have control over your voice recordings and can view, hear, or delete them at any time. Learn more about privacy.
Simple to set up and use
1. Plug in Echo and connect to the internet with the Alexa app.
2. Just ask Alexa for music, weather, news, and more.
3. For simple setup with compatible smart home devices, say, “Alexa, discover my devices.”
Technical Details
Echo (4th Gen)
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Size |
144 mm x 144 mm x 133 mm |
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Weight |
970 g Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process |
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Wi-Fi 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) Wi-Fi networks. |
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Smart home hub |
Bluetooth Low Energy Mesh + Zigbee + Matter devices + Thread border router |
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Bluetooth connectivity |
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support for audio streaming from your mobile device to Echo or from Echo to your Bluetooth speaker. Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) for voice control of connected mobile devices. Hands-free voice control is not supported for Mac OS X devices. Direct control of BLE Mesh. Bluetooth speakers requiring PIN codes are not supported. |
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Audio |
3.0” (76.2 mm) neodymium woofer and 2 x 0.8” (20 mm) tweeters |
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System Requirements |
Wi-Fi required. Echo comes ready to connect to your Wi-Fi. The Alexa app is compatible with Android, and iOS devices and also accessible via your web browser. Supported operating systems. Certain services are subject to change or withdrawal at any time, may not be available in all areas, and may require separate subscriptions. |
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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 Wi-Fi simple setup |
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Warranty and service |
Echo is sold with a limited warranty of one year provided by the manufacturer. This Limited Warranty does not restrict or alter any non-excludable statutory consumer protections or rights you may have, including under the Australian Consumer Law. Use of Echo is subject to the terms found here. |
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Accessibility features |
The Alexa app and Alexa-enabled products include several features for customers with accessibility needs related to vision, hearing, mobility, and speech. Learn more about Alexa accessibility. |
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Included in the box |
Echo (4th Gen), power adaptor (30W), and quick start guide. |
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Generation |
Echo 4th Generation – 2020 release |
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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. |
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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. |
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| Ratings | (2,484) | (738) | (11) | (1,143) | (330) |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2022 | 2024 | 2020 | 2022 |
| Audio Quality | Full Sound | Bigger Vibrant Sound | Bigger Vibrant Sound | Premium Room-Filling Sound | Premium Room-Filling Sound |
| Speakers | 1.95” front-firing speaker | 1.73" front-firing speaker | 1.75" rear-firing speaker | 3.0" neodymium woofer and dual front-firing 0.8" tweeters | 1" tweeter, three 2" mid-range speakers, and 5.25" woofer |
| Great for | Bedrooms and small spaces | Any room (or rooms) | Bedrooms and offices | Communal spaces like the living or family room | Any room (or rooms) |
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| Screen | 5.5” colour screen | ||||
| Camera | 2 MP | ||||
| Privacy Controls | Built-in microphone off button and in-app privacy controls | Built-in microphone off button and in-app privacy controls | Built-in camera shutter, microphone/camera off button and in-app privacy controls | Built-in microphone off button and in-app privacy controls | Built-in microphone off button and in-app privacy controls |
| Dimensions | 99 mm W x 83 mm D x 91 mm H | 100 mm W x 100 mm D x 89 mm H | 147 mm W x 91 mm D x 82 mm H | 144 mm W x 144 mm D x 133 mm H | 175 mm W x 175 mm D x 206 mm H |
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Two steps forward, one step backward
For context: I own the echo dot 3rd gen, echo dot 4th gen, Echo plus 2nd gen and now the Echo 4th gen.Let's get right to why this isn't a five star review. The microphones. Amazon actually took a step backwards and went with a 4 microphone array that is inferior to the Echo plus 2nd gen (and echo 3rd gen), which have a seven microphone array. This is the only downfall of this speaker.I'm not a big fan of the spherical design either but that's a subjective opinion. What that translates to in the real world is a voice pickup that is good but not great. This was a major disappointment for me since I use my Echo speakers to control all smart home devices (~30 devices) and mic pickup is crucial for that.As for what this speaker does right:-Better sound quality with a bigger emphasis on mid range. It won't blow you away. It's still V shaped and punchy but it's good. The treble was a little spikey for me but it's a step in the right direction regardless-Faster processor. Everything it does it just a little bit more snappy than the other models-Support for Matter. It's not released yet but this will make a huge difference in the future-The power adaptor is slimmer and no longer blocks the neighbouring power socket. FINALLY.-Zigbee support. My Echo plus 2nd gen has this and little door sensors have changed my smart home gameWhat could use some improvement:-Apparently this speaker has an ultrasound sensor. Apparently it's about as useful as if it didn't. Tried it on this speaker and the 4th gen echo dot for triggering smart home routines and it did absolutely nothing. Who knows, updates might fix this-the sphere can hide that light ring at the bottom sometimes so you don't know if Alexa heard you or is just giving you attitude-the black speaker now comes with a white adaptor? WHYY-this has a new low power mode. And this supposed low power mode doesn't work if you have Spotify linked to your echo speaker. Are you okay Amazon? Spotify is the most used music streaming serviceTLDR: this speaker is a compelling product in the echo line-up and has so much more potential. It has a few shortcomings and a couple of hiccups but it's a solid pick. I'd hesitate to pay full price but it's a strong contender on sale.
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For context: I own the echo dot 3rd gen, echo dot 4th gen, Echo plus 2nd gen and now the Echo 4th gen.
Let's get right to why this isn't a five star review. The microphones. Amazon actually took a step backwards and went with a 4 microphone array that is inferior to the Echo plus 2nd gen (and echo 3rd gen), which have a seven microphone array. This is the only downfall of this speaker.
I'm not a big fan of the spherical design either but that's a subjective opinion. What that translates to in the real world is a voice pickup that is good but not great. This was a major disappointment for me since I use my Echo speakers to control all smart home devices (~30 devices) and mic pickup is crucial for that.
As for what this speaker does right:
-Better sound quality with a bigger emphasis on mid range. It won't blow you away. It's still V shaped and punchy but it's good. The treble was a little spikey for me but it's a step in the right direction regardless
-Faster processor. Everything it does it just a little bit more snappy than the other models
-Support for Matter. It's not released yet but this will make a huge difference in the future
-The power adaptor is slimmer and no longer blocks the neighbouring power socket. FINALLY.
-Zigbee support. My Echo plus 2nd gen has this and little door sensors have changed my smart home game
What could use some improvement:
-Apparently this speaker has an ultrasound sensor. Apparently it's about as useful as if it didn't. Tried it on this speaker and the 4th gen echo dot for triggering smart home routines and it did absolutely nothing. Who knows, updates might fix this
-the sphere can hide that light ring at the bottom sometimes so you don't know if Alexa heard you or is just giving you attitude
-the black speaker now comes with a white adaptor? WHYY
-this has a new low power mode. And this supposed low power mode doesn't work if you have Spotify linked to your echo speaker. Are you okay Amazon? Spotify is the most used music streaming service
TLDR: this speaker is a compelling product in the echo line-up and has so much more potential. It has a few shortcomings and a couple of hiccups but it's a solid pick. I'd hesitate to pay full price but it's a strong contender on sale.
Let's get right to why this isn't a five star review. The microphones. Amazon actually took a step backwards and went with a 4 microphone array that is inferior to the Echo plus 2nd gen (and echo 3rd gen), which have a seven microphone array. This is the only downfall of this speaker.
I'm not a big fan of the spherical design either but that's a subjective opinion. What that translates to in the real world is a voice pickup that is good but not great. This was a major disappointment for me since I use my Echo speakers to control all smart home devices (~30 devices) and mic pickup is crucial for that.
As for what this speaker does right:
-Better sound quality with a bigger emphasis on mid range. It won't blow you away. It's still V shaped and punchy but it's good. The treble was a little spikey for me but it's a step in the right direction regardless
-Faster processor. Everything it does it just a little bit more snappy than the other models
-Support for Matter. It's not released yet but this will make a huge difference in the future
-The power adaptor is slimmer and no longer blocks the neighbouring power socket. FINALLY.
-Zigbee support. My Echo plus 2nd gen has this and little door sensors have changed my smart home game
What could use some improvement:
-Apparently this speaker has an ultrasound sensor. Apparently it's about as useful as if it didn't. Tried it on this speaker and the 4th gen echo dot for triggering smart home routines and it did absolutely nothing. Who knows, updates might fix this
-the sphere can hide that light ring at the bottom sometimes so you don't know if Alexa heard you or is just giving you attitude
-the black speaker now comes with a white adaptor? WHYY
-this has a new low power mode. And this supposed low power mode doesn't work if you have Spotify linked to your echo speaker. Are you okay Amazon? Spotify is the most used music streaming service
TLDR: this speaker is a compelling product in the echo line-up and has so much more potential. It has a few shortcomings and a couple of hiccups but it's a solid pick. I'd hesitate to pay full price but it's a strong contender on sale.
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Reviewed in Australia on 30 July 2024
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Reviewed in Australia on 15 April 2024
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Reviewed in Australia on 9 December 2021
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