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Amazon Echo Show 8 (Gen 3) - Sandstone
B0BLS2HL82
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Product Overview
Key Features
- Smart display speaker with Amazon Alexa built-in
- 8 Inch HD screen, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
- Stereo neodymium speakers with passive bass radiator
- Controls Alexa-enabled smart home devices
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Amazon
- Model Number:
- B0BLS2HL82
- Voice Assistant:
- Integrated
- Screen Size (Inches):
- 8
Smart Features
- Works with Amazon Alexa:
- Yes
Screen Technology
- Display:
- 1280 x 800, HD
General Information
- Type:
- Smart Speaker
- Family:
- Echo 8
- Colour:
- White
- Supplier Colour:
- White Sandstone
- What's In The Box:
- Amazon Echo Show 8 (Gen 3) - Sandstone, included accessories and user manuals - Amazon Echo Show 8, 30 W power adaptor with 1.5 m cable, Quick-start guide
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Smart Features
- Works with Amazon Alexa:
- Yes
General Information
- Type:
- Smart Speaker
- Family:
- Echo 8
- Colour:
- White
- Supplier Colour:
- White Sandstone
- What's In The Box:
- Amazon Echo Show 8 (Gen 3) - Sandstone, included accessories and user manuals - Amazon Echo Show 8, 30 W power adaptor with 1.5 m cable, Quick-start guide
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 139
- Product Width (mm):
- 200
- Product Depth (mm):
- 106
- Product Weight (g):
- 1040
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 211
- Box Width (mm):
- 208
- Box Depth (mm):
- 112
- Box Weight (kg):
- 1
Product Reviews of Amazon Echo Show 8 (Gen 3) - Sandstone
Overall Rating Snapshot
4 out of 5 stars from 1 review
100% of users recommend this product
Echo 8
Screen is large enough. Kids love interact with alexa. Connection to smart home is bit complicated.
Nikunj
Confirmed purchase 10 October 2025
Published on 5 November 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
The Amazon Echo Show 8 (Gen 3) is a mid-range smart display that combines Alexa voice control, a useful 8-inch screen and solid room-filling sound for everyday home use. It suits families, busy households and anyone building a smart home around Alexa. Its strengths are convenience, communication and smart home control, but it is less ideal if you want audiophile-grade music performance.
What it’s great for
- Smart Home Control
- Casual Music Listening
- Video Calling
- Kitchen Assistance
- Everyday Family Use
- Voice-First Convenience
Where it works best
- Kitchen
- Living Room
- Bedroom
- Family Home
- Apartment
Who it’s for
- Family Household
- Smart Home Beginner
- Alexa User
- Busy Parent
- Everyday Home User
Things to consider
It offers a strong balance of screen size, sound and smart features, but premium smart speakers and larger smart displays can deliver fuller audio, bigger visuals and a more immersive entertainment experience.
Smart home ecosystem compatibility
Best suited to Alexa-based smart homes, with broad compatibility across many compatible lights, plugs, cameras and routines
Voice assistant performance score
8.5/10 - fast, reliable Alexa responses for everyday questions, routines and device control
Music quality rating
7.8/10 - clear and enjoyable for casual listening, though not as rich or detailed as premium music-focused speakers
Multi-room flexibility
8.5/10 - strong option for multi-room Alexa setups with grouped playback and room-to-room convenience
Family friendliness
9/10 - very suitable for shared household use thanks to voice access, visual information, calling and simple daily organisation
Key benefits
- 8-inch smart display: Gives you a practical screen size for recipes, timers, weather, calendars and glanceable smart home controls.
- Alexa voice control: Lets you manage music, routines, questions, reminders and compatible smart devices hands-free around the home.
- Video calling support: Makes it easier to check in with family and friends from a central spot in the house.
- Smart home dashboard: Brings lights, cameras, plugs and routines into one simple interface for faster everyday control.
- Room-filling speaker audio: Delivers fuller sound than smaller entry smart displays, making it better for casual music and podcasts.
- Visual responses: Shows lyrics, weather, to-do lists and step-by-step information that is easier to follow than audio-only speakers.
- Family-friendly shared device: Works well as a household hub for announcements, timers, schedules and everyday requests.
- Neutral Sandstone finish: Blends more easily into bedrooms, kitchens and living spaces than darker tech-heavy designs.
Q: Does the Echo Show 8 (Gen 3) need a separate smart home hub to control lights and sensors?
A: No, it has a built-in smart home hub for compatible devices, so some lights, plugs and sensors can be added directly in the Alexa app. Some brands still require their own bridge or app, so compatibility matters before buying.
Q: Is the Amazon Echo Show 8 (Gen 3) a good choice for a bedroom?
A: Yes, if you want a bedside screen for alarms, music, video calls and smart home control. The trade-off is privacy and nighttime distraction, because it has a camera and display, so it suits users happy to manage settings and placement.
Q: Is this the newest Echo Show 8 generation?
A: Yes, this is the Echo Show 8 3rd Gen, the newer redesign in the range. It adds a thinner display, faster processing and spatial audio, so it is the better pick if you want the latest Echo Show 8 hardware rather than an older refresh.
Q: Is the 8.7-inch screen large enough for recipes, video calls and casual viewing?
A: Yes, the 8.7-inch HD display is well suited to kitchen recipes, glanceable smart home controls and one-to-one video calls. It is more practical at bench or bedside distance than across a larger room, where a TV-sized screen is easier to see.
Q: Will the Echo Show 8 (Gen 3) be difficult to set up with smart home devices?
A: It can be straightforward for compatible devices, especially when they work directly with Alexa or the built-in hub. Setup can take longer when brands need separate apps, account linking or their own bridge, which is a common source of confusion.
Q: Does the Echo Show 8 (Gen 3) work well as a small speaker for music as well as a screen?
A: Yes, it is designed to do both, with room-filling spatial audio, clear vocals and deeper bass than a basic display speaker. It suits kitchens, studies and bedrooms well, but it is not a substitute for a dedicated hi-fi or soundbar setup.