You can use numerous devices on the market to create or improve your smart home experience. Alexa speakers, on the other hand, are your best bet if you’re looking to invest in a voice-enabled speaker that can be paired with your iPhone.
Whether you want something small, with good sound, or that works better with other smart devices, I can help. In this guide, I’ve compiled a list of the best Alexa speakers on the market.
- Sonos Move
- Amazon Echo Dot
- Sonos Roam
- Amazon Echo Studio
- Bose Home Speaker 500
- Amazon Echo Show 8
- Belkin Soundform
1. Sonos Move – Editor’s Choice
If you don’t want to compromise on the audio quality but don’t want to miss out on Alexa, your best option is Sonos Move. It’s an expensive speaker with a sleek aluminum build with IP65 water and dust resistance.
It has a down-firing tweeter, mid-woofer, and two digital amps for excellent audio output. Even though it doesn’t have a 360-degree driver configuration, it still outputs good omnidirectional sound. It has 11 hours of battery life, and you can charge it by putting it on its wireless charger stand (included in the box).
Pros
- Amazing audio quality
- IP65 water and dust resistance
- Great Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
Cons
- Expensive
- Heavy to carry
2. Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) – Best Alexa speaker for regular users
Coming back to the Echo Dot (5th gen), it has simple tap controls and a mic-off button to prevent Alexa from hearing your conversations if you’re skeptical.
It’s compact and fits almost any corner of your home, but the build quality might feel slightly cheaper over other Alexa speaker options on this list. You’ll find a 44mm front-firing speaker on this, and the audio quality has significantly improved over its previous generations.
Pros
- Impressive audio quality for its price
- Compact size
- Simple touch controls
- Affordable pricing
Cons
- Build quality feels cheap
- No 3.5mm jack output
3. Sonos Roam – Portable Alexa speaker
If you’re looking for a portable speaker with Alexa support, Sonos Roam can be the perfect option for you since it has a compact design. It’s made of shock-absorbent materials and has IP67 water and dust resistance. It also supports AirPlay 2 out of the box. It has simple and intuitive controls and lets you turn off the mic so Alexa can’t spy on your conversations.
The only downside is its battery life which can be slightly bad if you want to take it on a trip. It only lasts 5 hours on a single charge, meaning you’ll have to carry a power bank or find a power outlet throughout your journey. Besides, it’s slightly on the expensive end of the spectrum and is available in various colors.
Pros
- Impressive audio quality
- IP67 water and dust resistance
- Compact size
- Simple controls
Cons
- Expensive
- Lasts only 5 hours on a single charge
4. Amazon Echo Studio – Best audio performance
The Echo Studio is an expensive Alexa speaker from Amazon that provides the best performance when it comes to audio. It’s pretty large, and you won’t be able to carry it around much since it isn’t portable. It has a 1-inch tweeter, a 5.25-inch woofer, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
A bass aperture on this speaker provides full and rich audio. Amazon claims that it works best with Amazon HD Unlimited and Amazon 3D platform. It automatically adjusts the audio on the device based on the surroundings. Moreover, the controls are similar to any other Amazon Echo device.
Pros
- Amazing sound quality
- Simple controls
Cons
- Expensive
- Large size and not portable
If you’re looking for a premium range of speakers and don’t want to compromise on audio, go for the Bose Home Speaker 500. Its sound fills up any room without sacrificing the audio quality, thanks to the dual drivers that create a 360 surround sound.
You can use its proprietary app for the setup process (which is relatively easy) and also control different features of the speaker. It supports AirPlay 2 and Spotify Connect out of the box. Moreover, it has an aluminum grill build that looks and feels premium. You can also make or take calls with this smart speaker using Alexa.
Pros
- Amazing sound quality
- Simple controls
- AirPlay 2 and Spotify Connect support
Cons
- Quite Expensive
- Large size and not portable
6. Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen) – Alexa speaker with a display
Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen) is perfect if you’re looking for visual information from an Alexa speaker. It has a responsive 8-inch 1280 x 800 display that shows all the visual information while you ask Alexa for a query. You get two 2-inch neodymium drivers for the audio, which provides an above-average experience.
You also get a 13MP camera on the front of this smart speaker, allowing you to make video calls. It’s one of the cheapest Alexa speakers on the market with a dedicated display. It has a compact design, but you won’t be able to use it everywhere since it needs a power outlet to work.
Pros
- 8-inch HD display
- 13MP front-facing camera
- Inexpensive
Cons
- Playing YouTube videos can be annoying
7. Belkin Soundform – Alexa speaker with wireless charging
Belkin Soundform is more of a portable Alexa speaker with a built-in wireless charger. It can charge your iPhone at 7.5W, Samsung phones at 9W, and Google Pixel phones at 10W. It supports AirPlay 2 out of the box so you can use AirPlay from your Apple devices.
Further, itdoesn’t compromise on the audio with powerful bass, even though it has a wireless charger. You’ll find vibration cancellation technology that doesn’t let this speaker move even with high bass. Furthermore, it has affordable pricing and provides a good value for its price.
Pros
- Amazing bass and sound quality
- Affordable
- Compact design
Cons
- App for controlling the speaker is bad
- Connectivity can be poor sometimes
Summing up things…
These were some of the best Alexa speakers that can make your home smarter, allowing you to control your home with voice commands. Most of them aren’t portable since you put them in your home, but there are some portable options in the list, too, if you prefer. Let us know which Alexa speaker you chose for your home and why in the comments below.