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- Echo Pop – This compact smart speaker with Alexa features full sound that's great for bedrooms and small spaces. Small enough to blend in and mighty enough to stand out.
- Control music with your voice – Ask Alexa to play music, audiobooks, and podcasts from your favorite providers like Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, Pandora, Sirius XM and more. Connect via Bluetooth to stream throughout your space.
- Make any space a smart space – Easily control compatible smart home devices like smart plugs or smart lights with your voice or the Alexa App.
- Life just got easier – Have Alexa set timers, check the weather, read the news, re-order paper towels, make calls, answer questions, and more.
- Alexa has skills – With tens of thousands of skills and counting, Alexa can help you do more or do less - like playing relaxing sounds and testing your music knowledge.
- About the light bar – Alexa doesn’t begin listening until your device hears you say “Alexa” and the light bar turns blue.
- Designed to protect your privacy – Amazon is not in the business of selling your personal information to others. Built with multiple layers of privacy controls, including a mic off button.
- Designed for sustainability – This device’s fabric is made from 100% post-consumer recycled yarn and aluminum is made from 80% recycled aluminum. The device packaging is 100% recyclable.
- Premium Alexa features – Use this device with subscriptions like Amazon Music, Audible, Alexa Emergency Assist, Amazon Kids+, and Hey Disney!. Subscription purchase required.
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Parents can make Alexa kid-friendly by creating a profile for their child and enabling free parental controls from Amazon Kids. Discover how to make Alexa kid-friendly.
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Music and Alexa. The perfect fit.
Find a color that fits your style, find a spot that fits your small space,
and play a track that hits just right, totally hands-free with Alexa.
Hits all the right notes
Make your room a vibe with Echo Pop's front firing speaker that delivers full sound. Just ask Alexa to play your favorite music, podcasts, audiobooks, or wind down with meditation, sleep sounds, and more.
Learn more about Alexa Entertainment.
“Alexa, play my favorite song.”
Here's what customers are saying
So far, it has proven itself in sound, voice recognition, and connectivity to my existing Dot and wifi. I am so happy I grabbed one and mad I did not grab two.
– Walker O'Haver
This was so easy to set up and we started using it right away!!! Love the lavender color!!! I would definitely buy this again.
– Sharlene Ellis
Its compact design doesn't compromise on sound quality – the full, rich audio is impressive. Alexa integration makes it effortlessly smart, allowing me to control my smart home devices with ease.
– LanayaHatch
Alexa is fit to help
Prepare for the day with weather and news updates, stay on track with timers and reminders, keep in touch with hands-free calling, and satisfy all your curiosities with answers to questions and jokes.
Make any space a smart space
Add voice control to any outlet with a smart plug or manage compatible smart home devices. Switch on a disco lamp to get the party started, dim the lights to set the mood for a movie, or turn up the thermostat as you head out. Learn more about Smart Home.
“Alexa, turn on my disco light.”
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Lock
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Wifi
Connect compatible Echo devices to surround yourself with Multi-room music or create an intercom to check-in on your roommate without having to shout across the hall. Extend your wifi coverage and say goodbye to drop-offs and buffering with eero Built-in on a compatible eero wifi network.
Alexa has skills
With tens of thousands of skills and counting, Alexa can help you do more or do less - like playing relaxing sounds, giving news updates, testing your music knowledge, and more. Just say, “Alexa, what are your top skills?”
Alexa and Echo devices are built with multiple layers of privacy protection.
Simple to set up and use
Step 1
Plug in Echo Pop.
Step 2
Connect to the internet with the Alexa app.
Step 3
Ask Alexa for music, weather, news, and more.
Designed for Sustainability
We measure this device's carbon footprint and look for opportunities to reduce its emissions at every stage of its life cycle. Figures are for Echo Pop, not including any other versions (e.g., any kids edition) or any bundled accessories or devices. We update the carbon footprint when we discover new information that changes the estimated carbon footprint of a device by more than 5%.
Carbon Footprint
Materials
Made from 3% recycled materials.(power adapter and cable not included).100% recyclable packaging (shipping packaging not included).
Energy
Low Power Mode reduces energy consumption when idle, except in certain situations. We also invest in renewable energy equivalent to this device's electricity usage.
Trade-in and Recycle
Built to last. But when you're ready, you can trade-in or recycle your devices. Explore Amazon Second Chance.
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Price | From: $39.99 | From: $49.99 | From: $79.99 | From: $99.99 | From: $199.99 |
Ratings | 4.7 out of 5 stars (54,730) | 4.6 out of 5 stars (111,665) | 4.1 out of 5 stars (413) | 4.7 out of 5 stars (146,169) | 4.5 out of 5 stars (41,815) |
Audio Quality | Full Sound | Big Vibrant Sound | Big Vibrant Sound | Premium Room-Filling Sound | Our Best-Sounding Smart Speaker |
Speakers | 1.95” front-firing speaker | 1.73" front-firing speaker | 1.73” front-firing speaker | 3.0" neodymium woofer and dual front-firing 0.8" tweeters | 30 mm tweeter, three 2.0" mid-range speakers, and 5.3" woofer |
Audio support | Lossless High Definition | Lossless High Definition | Lossless High Definition | Lossless High Definition, Dolby Audio | Lossless High Definition, Dolby Atmos |
Line in/out | - | - | - | 3.5 mm line in/out | - |
Screen | LED display on Echo Dot with clock | 2.83” with 320x240 resolution | - | 5.5" with 960 x 480 resolution | |
Ideal room placement | Bedrooms and small spaces | ||||
Release Year | 2023 | 2022 | 2024 | 2020 | 2019 |
Hands-free with Alexa | |||||
Motion Detection | - | ||||
Temperature Sensor | - | - | |||
Built-in Zigbee smart home hub | - | - | - | ||
eero Built-in | - | - | |||
Camera | - | - | - | - | - |
Privacy Controls | Built-in microphone 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 | Built-in microphone off button and in-app privacy controls | Built-in microphone off button and in-app privacy controls |
Dimensions | 3.9”W x 3.3”D x 3.6”H | 3.9”W x 3.9”D x 3.5”H | 4.5"W x 4.1"D x 4.4"H | 5.7”W x 5.7”D x 5.2”H | 6.9”W x 6.9”D x 8.1”H |
Technical details
Echo Pop
Size |
3.9” x 3.3” x 3.6” (99 mm x 83 mm x 91 mm) |
Weight |
6.9 oz (196 g) Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process |
Audio |
1.95” (49.5 mm) front-firing speaker, Lossless High Definition |
Wifi 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) wifi networks. |
Amazon Sidewalk |
A shared network that helps compatible devices work better at home and beyond the front door. If wifi is lost, Sidewalk enables certain devices to stay connected. Also, Sidewalk helps devices like water sprinklers and pet locators work over longer distances. Sidewalk uses a small portion of your internet bandwidth to provide these benefits to you and your neighbors via Sidewalk Bridges (participating Echo and Ring devices), and is turned on for your device unless you have previously turned off the setting. You can turn off Sidewalk at any time. Learn more about Sidewalk. |
Smart Home Device Compatibility |
Wifi, Bluetooth Low Energy Mesh, and Matter. |
Bluetooth connectivity |
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support for audio streaming from your mobile device to Echo Pop or from Echo Pop 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. Bluetooth speakers requiring PIN codes are not supported. |
eero Built-in |
Your wifi network must use a compatible eero router and your Echo device must stay in range of a compatible eero device. You will need to link your eero and Amazon accounts and manage eero Built-in from the eero mobile application to use this feature. eero Built-in compatible Echo devices support up to 1,000 sq. ft. of additional coverage, speeds up to 100 Mbps, and 10 or fewer connected devices in the 5 GHz band. Actual performance can vary and certain eero, Echo, or Alexa features may be incompatible with eero Built-in. Learn more about eero Built-in performance, availability and compatibility. Use of eero and eero-related products and services, including eero Built-in, requires creation of an eero account and agreement to eero’s Terms of Service. Review eero’s Privacy Notice. |
System requirements |
Echo Pop comes ready to connect to your wifi. The Alexa app is compatible with Fire OS, 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 wifi simple setup enables customers to connect smart devices to their wifi network in a few easy steps. Wifi simple setup is another way Alexa is always getting smarter. Learn more about wifi simple setup. |
Warranty and service |
90-day limited warranty and service included. Optional 1-year, 2-year, and 3-year extended warranty available for U.S. customers sold separately. Use of Echo Pop is subject to these terms. |
Accessibility features |
To enable features that personalize Alexa to your abilities, go to Settings → Accessibility in the Alexa App. |
Included in the box |
Echo Pop, glacier white power adapter (15W), and Quick Start Guide. |
Generation |
Echo Pop – 2023 release (1st Gen). |
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. |
Language |
Alexa speaks English and Spanish. |
Alexa Skills & 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. |
Sustainability features
This product has sustainability features recognized by trusted certifications.
Carbon emissions from the lifecycle of this product were reduced compared to similar products or previous models.
The Reducing CO2 label applies to products certified by the Carbon Trust, that are lowering their carbon emissions year after year for the full lifecycle of the product. The Carbon Trust was formed in 2001 and introduced the world’s first carbon label in 2007. It produces its certifications to global leading and independently verified standards. The Carbon Trust has a mission to accelerate the move to a sustainable, low carbon economy.
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Customers like the color, ease of setup, voice recognition, sound quality and value of the digital device. They mention that it adds a nice pop of color without being overwhelming. They appreciate the intuitive controls and clear instructions. They also say that it is very easy to play music of your choice and that it has seamless integration with Alexa.
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Customers like the sound quality of the digital device. They say the sound is really good, the speaker is surprisingly loud, and it delivers a sonic experience that transcends mere listening. Some mention that the product has an alarm, soft music, and answers to questions.
"...speakers or looking to expand your Alexa ecosystem, the Echo Pop is an excellent choice. Highly recommended!" Read more
"...The sound is really good given their size and configuration. I'm really impressed, plus they're compact...." Read more
"...Pros:**1. **Great Sound Quality:** Despite its small size, the Echo Pop delivers rich, full sound that fills the room.2. **..." Read more
"...It really shines at playing relaxing music such as from an Internet radio station such as “Peaceful Current Radio,” or other similar music stations...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the digital device. They mention that it works great, is impressed with its performance, and is a perfect blend of style, functionality, and impressive sound. They say it does an excellent job at recognizing different levels of light, and works seamlessly. Customers also say it works well together and is very useful.
"...1. Compact Yet Powerful: Don’t let the small size fool you. The Echo Pop delivers full, rich sound that fills the room...." Read more
"I've been using the Amazon Echo Pop, and I'm really impressed with its performance. Here’s my take on this compact smart speaker:**..." Read more
"...they really had these in mind for a kitchen setup as the cords wouldn't really work even for a standard floor outlet setup...." Read more
"...Overall, it is a very good device, and its small size makes it easy to place in an out of the way location, such as in the kitchen or bathroom...." Read more
Customers find the setup of the digital device to be incredibly easy. They mention that it's easy to connect with other devices, and that it effortlessly navigates the intricate nuances of each composition. They also say that the small size makes it easy to place in an out of the way location, and it makes their life nicer and easier at minimal expense.
"...4. Easy Setup: Setting up the Echo Pop was a breeze...." Read more
"...The color matches my cabinet pretty well. I liked how easy they were to set up and even pair together...." Read more
"...4. **Easy Setup:** Getting it up and running was a breeze, even for someone not particularly tech-savvy.5. **..." Read more
"...Overall, it is a very good device, and its small size makes it easy to place in an out of the way location, such as in the kitchen or bathroom...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the color of the digital device. For example, they mention it's sleek, modern, and gives a pretty pop of color in their neutral colored bedroom. Some appreciate the captivating design and the color options that have been added with this new model.
"...It adds a touch of elegance and modernity to any room. The sleek, minimalist design blends perfectly with my home decor, making it both a functional..." Read more
"...The color matches my cabinet pretty well. I liked how easy they were to set up and even pair together...." Read more
"...5. **Charcoal Color:** The charcoal color looks sleek and modern, blending well with my home decor.**Cons:**- **..." Read more
"...into small corners, as it says in the description, and the color choices are beautiful!..." Read more
Customers like the value of the digital device. They mention that it's an inexpensive speaker that gives full sound.
"...sound quality, smart features, and a sleek design at an affordable price point...." Read more
"...Given the size and the cost, especially on sale, these are a great value for the money...." Read more
"...of 4.5 I would, primarily because of what it can do at such a low sell price...." Read more
"...It offers great value for anyone looking to add smart capabilities to their home without breaking the bank.**Cons:**..." Read more
Customers find the digital device compact and easy to place anywhere. They say it's perfect for small spaces like bedrooms or shared apartments. They also appreciate that it'll fit easily in their hand and is surprisingly loud and provides great quality for how small it is.
"...Here are all the reasons why it deserves a full 5 stars:1. Compact Yet Powerful: Don’t let the small size fool you...." Read more
"...I'm really impressed, plus they're compact. Just wish the cords had an option to be longer or order a longer version...." Read more
"...Pros:**1. **Great Sound Quality:** Despite its small size, the Echo Pop delivers rich, full sound that fills the room.2. **..." Read more
"...Overall, it is a very good device, and its small size makes it easy to place in an out of the way location, such as in the kitchen or bathroom...." Read more
Customers like the voice recognition of the digital device. They say it recognizes their voice and is Alexa capable. They also appreciate the seamless integration with Alexa, making voice commands a breeze. Customers also mention that the speaker has excellent sound quality and is a great addition to your Alexa components.
"...The voice recognition is incredibly accurate, even from across the room.4. Easy Setup: Setting up the Echo Pop was a breeze...." Read more
"...3. **Alexa Integration:** Having Alexa at my fingertips is super convenient for controlling smart home devices, setting reminders, and asking quick..." Read more
"...You get double the sound. This means a great improvement in the base response. With 2 drivers pushing the air, they do a better job...." Read more
"...a smart speaker too and I'm a little perplexed that the voice commands are less AI-y than one might have expected...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the digital device. Some mention that it was able to connect to the wifi and everything all by itself, it seamlessly connects to their favorite services like Amazon Music, Spotify, and more. However, others say that it loses connection, sometimes doesn't always connect to wifi, and that they struggled with getting it connected as the Alexa app was just not connecting to their device.
"...also found out that after doing this several times, it began to experience streaming problems, and I had to unplug it and plug it back in to fix the..." Read more
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1. Compact Yet Powerful: Don’t let the small size fool you. The Echo Pop delivers full, rich sound that fills the room. Whether I'm listening to my favorite tunes, catching up on podcasts, or enjoying an audiobook, the audio quality is superb. It's amazing how such a compact speaker can produce such a big, clear sound!
2. Stunning Design: The Midnight Teal color is simply gorgeous. It adds a touch of elegance and modernity to any room. The sleek, minimalist design blends perfectly with my home decor, making it both a functional and stylish addition.
3. Alexa Integration: Having Alexa at my fingertips is a game-changer. From setting timers and reminders to controlling my smart home devices, Alexa makes everything so much easier. I love being able to ask for weather updates, play music, or even get recipe ideas hands-free. The voice recognition is incredibly accurate, even from across the room.
4. Easy Setup: Setting up the Echo Pop was a breeze. The Alexa app guided me through the process step-by-step, and I was up and running in just a few minutes. The app also offers plenty of customization options to tailor the device to my preferences.
5. Versatile and Smart: This smart speaker is so versatile. I use it in the kitchen for recipes and timers, in the living room for music and news, and even as a bedside companion for alarms and sleep sounds. It seamlessly integrates with other smart home devices, making it a central hub for my smart home ecosystem.
6. Excellent Value: For the price, the Echo Pop offers outstanding value. It combines premium sound quality, smart features, and a sleek design at an affordable price point. It’s a perfect entry-level smart speaker for anyone looking to enhance their home with smart technology.
Overall, the Amazon Echo Pop in Midnight Teal is a fantastic product that delivers on all fronts. It’s stylish, powerful, and incredibly smart. Whether you’re new to the world of smart speakers or looking to expand your Alexa ecosystem, the Echo Pop is an excellent choice. Highly recommended!
Given the size and the cost, especially on sale, these are a great value for the money. Plus if you have Alexa in other parts of your house, they seem to have figured out the setup to integrate into an existing system. And if these will be your first, they are really easy to get going.
Prior to purchasing the Echo Pop, I installed the Alexa App on my iPhone, and during order time, I did the pre-configuration. Upon arrival, the setup was a breeze, and in a matter of just a few minutes I was greeted by a pleasant sounding female voice. The audio quality of this little speaker was amazing. I asked it a few questions, then said “Alexa, play Peaceful Current Radio.” It was a truly Hi-Fidelity experience, even though it was monophonic. On that station, a great deal of the music is solo acoustic, so stereo , 3D, or surround sound isn’t necessary to hear the clear and faithful reproduction of a piano, guitar, or cello. The bass from this speaker isn’t going to rattle the walls, but the little speaker was able to fill my master bedroom with beautiful music, that sounded like the instruments were in the same room.
That should cover the good points about this smart device. I rarely give any product 5 stars, but if I could give it a rating of 4.5 I would, primarily because of what it can do at such a low sell price. There are some issues that you might want to consider if you are looking for a good Echo Device. It is far from perfect. Its smarts are at the low end, and a good Wi-Fi connection is needed if you want a fast response. It can’t function as a hub, so if you want to control various smart devices in your home, you will likely need an Echo Gen4 or better. It doesn’t have a 3.5 mm audio jack, so if you want to connect to headphones or external speakers, you will need to use Bluetooth. The Bluetooth connection can be tricky, but once you pair with speakers, it quickly disconnects and reconnects by just turning off the speakers and turning them back on. I also found out that after doing this several times, it began to experience streaming problems, and I had to unplug it and plug it back in to fix the problem.
Bluetooth streaming seems to suffer a bit in fidelity. I paired it with some Logitech Bluetooth computer speakers, and even though it produced stereo sound, the frequency response was not as good, and the stereo separation was weak. Some of this was likely due to the Logitech speakers. They aren’t exactly the best computer speakers and I am not too fond of the passive radiator design that gives the base an unnatural sound.
I tried a separate GT Bluetooth to 3.5 mm adaptor, which I connected to my retro audio system, and the sound quality was a little better, but I had to crank the volume knob up pretty high. When I connected the Bluetooth adaptor to wired headphones it sounded pretty good, so using Bluetooth headphones seems a good alternative listening method.
One other issue is with the alarm level. I can’t seem to set it to a level that will override the music, and alert me that it’s time to take medications or walk the dog. It usually takes me awhile to realize that it is sounding a wake-up. It is loud enough when not playing music, but too low of a level when music is playing.
Overall, it is a very good device, and its small size makes it easy to place in an out of the way location, such as in the kitchen or bathroom. It has great sounding audio that can fill a small room, but not quite good enough to fill a large family or living room. It really shines at playing relaxing music such as from an Internet radio station such as “Peaceful Current Radio,” or other similar music stations. However, for Rock- and Roll or party music, you will likely want something with a little more punch.
Update:
I just had to do a follow up to my previous review. I caught a sell and picked up another Echo Pop for just under $20. That means I acquired 2 of these for around $45 with tax. They make a great stereo pair. Two speakers are better than one. You get double the sound. This means a great improvement in the base response. With 2 drivers pushing the air, they do a better job. I just tweak the bass response 2 notches, and the treble 1 notch, and these rival the audio quality of my much larger and more expensive JBL studio monitor bookshelf speakers with a 100 watt per channel amplifier pushing them. Of course they can’t match the power, but 2 of these in a stereo pair can do a pretty good job in my 13 by 13 master bedroom with vaulted ceiling. I’m considering adding an Echo Sub hidden away under my bed.
Alexa does a much better job at finding my favorite Internet radio stations as well. Siri keeps telling me she can’t find that in my Apple music library.
I have a database of URLs to over 9000 radio stations. Alexa easily finds most of my favorites such as:
Peaceful current Radio
New Standard WNYC
IPR Studio 1
KTUX FM
KSRY FM
WJIB FM
Café Del Mar Radio
Americana Boogey Radio
Aloha Joe
Quiet Village Radio
WSBZ FM
Smooth Jazz 101
WABE Classical
Just ask Alexa to play any of these, and get ready for a treat.