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Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) - Charcoal
B09B2RL8CG
$199
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Product Overview
Key Features
- Smart display speaker with Amazon Alexa built-in
- 5.5 Inch touch screen, 960 x 480 resolution, Bluetooth
- Dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 1.75 Inch full range speaker
- Control Alexa-enabled smart home devices
BONUS OFFER
Meet the all-new Alexa+. Purchase & activate an eligible Amazon Echo to unlock Alexa+ Early Access(AZ)
Chat naturally and flow freely between topics and requests, put Alexa+ to work across thousands of services and your smart home, and enjoy a personalised experience based on your preferences.
(AZ) Offer ends 11:59pm AEDT 30/11/2026. After Alexa+ Early Access ends, Alexa+ will be included in all Prime memberships. For non-Prime members, Alexa+ will not auto renew once Early Access ends. Non-Prime members can subscribe to Alexa+ for AU$29.99/month. Subscription fees may change. Certain content, apps, and services may require separate subscriptions. Visit below link for more details.
Product Reviews of Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) - Charcoal
Overall Rating Snapshot
4.9 out of 5 stars from 7 reviews
86% of users recommend this product
What customers say, summarised by AI
- Compact size fits easily in bedrooms and other small spaces.
- Simple setup process makes it easy for users new to smart devices.
- Works well for controlling other smart home devices and setting timers.
- Offers useful compatibility with Tapo plugs and other accessories.
- Video calling requires the recipient to have another Echo Show device.
- Not ideal for cinematic viewing or audiophile-level audio quality.
Pros
Easy (1)
Cheap (1)
Anonymous
Confirmed purchase 17 July 2026
Published on 15 September 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Echo Show 5
It's a second Echo Show I bought, perfect for the bedroom...has all the smarthome features I need.
Al
Confirmed purchase 19 March 2026
Published on 15 April 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Anonymous
Confirmed purchase 24 January 2026
Published on 17 February 2026
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Great Product
This product is great, very easy to set up and so useful
Matthew
Confirmed purchase 30 August 2025
Published on 23 September 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Good product
The Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) in Charcoal is a smart display that truly excels in its role as a compact and versatile hub for your home. While it may not be a cinematic powerhouse or an audiophile's dream speaker, it's a "jack of all trades" that does what it's designed to do exceptionally well.
Kawaljit Singh
Confirmed purchase 16 July 2025
Published on 12 August 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Great product
This offers some great features but having other Alexa products in the same household is hugely beneficial. The video options need some work as they are reliant on someone else having an Amazon Show to video call others. This product really shines when it comes to turning on/off other smart devices or setting timers. This is also compatible with Tapo plugs and is great for Turing on/off lamps in the house when my hands are full.
Holly
Confirmed purchase 30 March 2025
Published on 2 May 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Amazing features
The Amazon Echo Show 5 is a compact smart display designed as an affordable entry point into Alexa-powered smart home ecosystems.
Navjot Singh
Confirmed purchase 30 March 2025
Published on 22 April 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
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Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Amazon
- Model Number:
- B09B2RL8CG
- Supported Systems:
- Android and iOS
- Voice Assistant:
- Supported
- Connections:
- Power port
- Screen Size (Inches):
- 5.5
Smart Features
- Works with Amazon Alexa:
- Yes
Connections
- Wi-Fi:
- Dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
- Bluetooth:
- Yes, v5.0 and BLE
Screen Technology
- Display:
- Touch screen with 960 x 480 resolution
General Information
- Type:
- Smart Display
- Family:
- Echo Show 5
- Colour:
- Black
- Supplier Colour:
- Charcoal
- What's In The Box:
- Echo Show 5, Glacier White power adaptor (22 W)/cable (1.5 m)
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Smart Features
- Works with Amazon Alexa:
- Yes
Screen Technology
- Display:
- Touch screen with 960 x 480 resolution
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 82
- Product Width (mm):
- 147
- Product Depth (mm):
- 91
- Product Weight (g):
- 456
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 135
- Box Width (mm):
- 84
- Box Depth (mm):
- 150
- Box Weight (kg):
- 1
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At a glance
The Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) is a compact smart display and speaker for bedrooms, desks and kitchens, combining Alexa voice control, a touch screen and simple smart home management. It suits households that want quick updates, alarms, calls and background music in a small footprint. Its strengths are convenience, ease of use and smart home control, but the small display and modest speaker limit cinematic viewing and bigger-room audio.
What it’s great for
- Bedside alarms and routines
- Smart home control
- Casual music streaming
- Quick weather and news checks
- Video calls
- Kitchen counter assistance
Where it works best
- Bedroom
- Kitchen
- Home office desk
- Study nook
- Small apartment living area
Who it’s for
- Smart home beginners
- Apartment dwellers
- Families
- Busy households
- Casual listeners
- Alexa users
Things to consider
Compared with larger smart displays and premium speakers, it has a smaller 5.5 inch screen and a single compact speaker, so it is better for personal use and smaller rooms than immersive video or powerful music playback.
Smart home ecosystem compatibility
Best with Alexa-compatible lights, plugs, cameras and doorbells; suitable for households already using Amazon Alexa devices
Voice assistant performance score
8.5/10 - Fast Alexa responses and convenient hands-free control for everyday tasks and smart home routines
Music quality rating
7/10 - Clearer vocals and improved bass for its size, but still best for casual listening in smaller rooms
Multi-room flexibility
8/10 - Works well as part of a wider Alexa setup for announcements, room-to-room audio and distributed smart home control
Family friendliness
8/10 - Simple voice use, visual controls, calling features and household routines make it practical for shared everyday use
Key benefits
- 5.5 inch touch display: Easy to check the time, weather, routines and smart home controls at a glance from nearby.
- Compact footprint: Fits neatly on bedside tables, desks and kitchen counters without taking up much space.
- Alexa voice control: Lets you set alarms, ask questions, play audio and manage compatible smart devices hands-free.
- Built-in camera: Supports video calls and quick visual check-ins when used with compatible services and devices.
- Improved speaker tuning: Delivers clearer vocals and fuller sound than earlier compact Echo Show models for podcasts, radio and background music.
- Dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth: Gives flexible wireless streaming from compatible Android and iOS devices.
- Smart home dashboard: Makes it simple to tap, schedule or voice-control compatible lights, plugs and routines from one screen.
- Alarm clock functionality: Combines voice alarms, timers and routine automation in one bedside-friendly device.
Q: Is Echo Show 5 the newest model in this size?
A: Yes. Amazon Echo Show 5 in this listing is the 3rd Gen, which is the current Echo Show 5 generation. It suits buyers who want the latest version of the compact 5.5 inch model, not a larger display for room-wide viewing.
Q: Is the screen large enough for watching shows comfortably?
A: Amazon Echo Show 5 has a 5.5 inch screen with 960 x 480 resolution, so it works best for close-up viewing on a bedside table, desk, or kitchen counter. It is better for short videos, calls, and quick checks than long viewing sessions.
Q: Will the speaker sound good enough for a bedroom or office?
A: Yes. Amazon Echo Show 5 uses a 1.75 inch full-range speaker that suits podcasts, radio, and background music in smaller rooms. It is built for casual listening rather than a fuller stereo-style setup for louder entertainment use.
Q: Can it control lights and smart plugs without another hub?
A: Yes, for compatible Alexa devices. Amazon Echo Show 5 lets you control lights, plugs, and routines by voice or from the screen, which is useful when your phone is not nearby. Device compatibility still depends on the brand and app support.
Q: Does this model support video calls and home check-ins?
A: Yes. Amazon Echo Show 5 has a built-in camera for hands-free video calls and remote check-ins around the home. It can also show compatible video doorbells, but the experience depends on using supported Alexa-connected devices and services.
Q: Can I play audio from my phone to Echo Show 5?
A: Yes. Amazon Echo Show 5 supports Bluetooth and dual-band Wi-Fi, so it can stream audio from Android and iOS devices wirelessly. It is a practical option for music, podcasts, or radio, but it is not designed as a high-power speaker replacement.