Wake up! Amazon’s brand new speaker is already 44% off for Prime members

Amazon is not playing games ahead of Prime Day 2024. Amazon devices are known for getting upgrades on a regular basis, and who doesn’t love a good upgrade? Back in 2019 when Amazon discontinued its wildly popular Amazon Spot speaker, customers weren’t thrilled. Fast-forward to 2024 and it all makes sense. The just-launched Amazon Echo Spot smart speaker and alarm clock is the ultimate comeback story. The Echo Spot features powerful audio quality, sharp visuals, vibrant display, and of course, the iconic semi-spherical shape that is perfectly designed to fit any bedside table. Oh, and Amazon already has the new speaker listed as an early Prime Day deal with 44% off, exclusive for Prime members. Below, we break down everything you need to know about the Echo Spot and how to save $35 on it today.

What is the Amazon Echo Spot?

The new Amazon Echo Spot is a smart home hub, speaker, alarm clock, and more. The compact 1.73-inch speaker fits neatly on a nightstand and clearly displays the time, weather updates, song titles, and more. It can connect to other Alexa-enabled smart Amazon devices to help you automate all sorts of daily tasks, including turning on your lights, locking the doors, and even turning on your coffee maker! The design is super user-friendly with just three buttons on the top of the little speaker for volume control and muting the device.

How much does the Amazon Echo Spot cost?

The Amazon Echo Spot is available for $79.99, but Amazon Prime members can get an exclusive 44% off and ring up at just $44.99 through Wednesday, July 17. We don't always see discounts on brand new devices so with an extra $35 off ahead of Amazon Prime Day 2024, this Amazon device deal is certainly worth a look!

Is the Amazon Spot discontinued?

Yes! The Alexa-enabled Amazon Spot smart alarm clock was discontinued in 2019 and replaced by the incredibly popular Amazon Echo in 2020 and later, the sleek Amazon Echo Pop in 2023. The 2024 Amazon Echo Spot marks the first reintroduction of the Spot since 2019.

Are Amazon smart speakers actually worth it?

Absolutely. We’ve tested a lot of smart speakers and our overall favorite is the Amazon Echo (4th generation) and our favorite for small spaces is the Amazon Echo Pop. The fabric-covered Echo has a rich sound, built-in temperature sensor to deploy smart thermostat automation, and multi-room speaker functionality.

The Amazon Echo Pop was the smallest Echo speaker until the arrival of the Echo Spot. The Echo Pop is a streamlined speaker with straight-forward functionality. It offers decent sound quality for such a tiny device, has one power port, and comes in playful colors that add a pop of personality to any space.

What do I need to know about Amazon Prime Day 2024?

There are a few important things to know about Amazon Prime Day. The sale will take place on Tuesday, July 16 and Wednesday, July 17. You don't need to have an Amazon Prime membership to shop the deals but there will be plenty of Prime-exclusive deals (such as this deal on the Echo Spot) that will only be available for Prime members. It is easy to sign up for Amazon Prime and you can join today for a free 30-day trial before paying $14.99 per month.