Amazon has significantly reduced the price of its newest Echo Dot Max smart speaker, which features enhanced audio quality and several user-friendly upgrades compared to older models. The device, now available for £79.99 down from £99.99, represents its cheapest ever price point, offering a £20 saving in an unexpected sale.
Enhanced Audio and Performance Features
The latest iteration of the popular Alexa-enabled speaker delivers noticeably clearer and more defined sound that effectively fills any room. During personal testing, the compact device demonstrated improved bass response and superior audio clarity, even outperforming larger, more expensive alternatives like the original Echo Studio in some aspects.
Game-Changing Music Playback
Amazon representatives have described the Echo Dot Max as a "game-changing" advancement for music playback. The speaker responds more effectively to voice commands from different rooms and includes a convenient 'tap to pause' function that previous generations lacked.
Customer Feedback and Trade-In Programme
Shoppers on Amazon have praised the device, with one user calling it a "worthwhile upgrade" that offers superior sound quality for music enthusiasts. Another customer noted the speaker's more compact design compared to previous models while appreciating the enhanced audio performance.
Amazon is also offering a trade-in programme that allows owners of previous Echo models to exchange them for additional discounts on the new Echo Dot Max.
Current Limitations and Alternatives
One significant drawback is the device's compatibility with Alexa+, a feature that enhances performance but remains unavailable in the UK market. Customers will need to wait for this functionality to become accessible locally.
For those considering premium alternatives, the 2025 Echo Studio offers enhanced sound with improved spatial audio and Dolby Atmos capabilities, currently on sale for £194. The Sonos Era 100 wireless smart speaker represents another option at £199, maintaining Alexa compatibility despite its compact design.
