Amazon
The Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Generation, 2023) is a mid‑size smart display with an 8.7‑inch touchscreen, 13 MP auto‑framing camera, and stereo speakers, serving as a hub for Alexa, Zigbee, and Matter‑enabled smart home devices.
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$69.99
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$77.07
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$44.99
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$89.99
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Best For
Families who want easy video calling, smart‑home enthusiasts needing Zigbee/Matter hub, cooking enthusiasts for hands‑free recipes, remote workers for quick Drop‑In check‑ins, elderly users who benefit from large text and voice control, and media consumers who stream music and video.
Not Ideal For
Privacy‑sensitive users who require a physical camera shutter, listeners who prefer wired headphones, people with very limited countertop space, users who need a wired Ethernet connection, and those who need more than 16 GB of storage.
Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers rate the Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) as a top‑tier smart display, praising its upgraded camera, richer audio, and faster on‑device processing. They note the addition of Zigbee and Matter makes it a strong smart‑home hub, while criticizing the lack of a physical camera cover and the absence of wired audio or Ethernet ports.
What Users Say
Everyday users love the sound, video‑call quality, and instant Alexa responses, especially in kitchens and living rooms. Common complaints focus on privacy (no camera shutter), missing headphone jack, occasional UI lag, and the device’s size in tighter spaces.
Common Complaints
Privacy concerns over the uncovered camera, lack of a headphone jack or USB port, Alexa’s promotional prompts, bulkier form factor, and occasional app lag.
What People Are Saying
“The sound is amazing for a device this size.”
“Video calls with family are crystal clear thanks to the auto‑framing camera.”
“Alexa responds instantly, even from across the room.”
“No camera shutter makes me uncomfortable — I cover it with tape.”
“Wish it had a headphone jack for private listening.”
How It Compares
vs. Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)
Advantages
Disadvantages
Choose Echo Show 8 for a larger display, better audio, and a superior camera; choose Echo Show 5 if budget or space is the primary concern.
vs. Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)
Advantages
Disadvantages
Pick Echo Show 8 when you need video calling and a robust smart‑home hub; pick Nest Hub if you prefer Google services and don’t need a camera.
vs. Echo Show 15 (2nd Gen)
Advantages
Disadvantages
Choose Echo Show 8 for compact, countertop use; choose Echo Show 15 for a dedicated home dashboard in larger spaces.
