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Amazon Echo Show 8 (4th Gen)

85
Highly rated
Average of 4 professional reviews
3 of 4 recommend it · critics agree
Where the 4 reviews landedRange 80–90

Exact average 85.0 · all scores printed by the outlets

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4 professional reviewers tested the Amazon Echo Show 8 (4th Gen), and 3 recommend it. Most praised: sound and picture quality. Most common complaint: price.

Reviewed by The Ambient, Tom's Guide, Expert Reviews and 1 more

The catch: There is no physical camera shutter, and it costs more than the previous model.

Early score: only 4 professional reviews so far. Expect it to move as more reviews come in.

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What 4 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 90
    The AmbientHands-on review · 2026

    Worth the higher price, with much better audio and readiness for Alexa+.

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  2. 90
    Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2025

    A major upgrade and a great introduction to Alexa+, with a modern design, bigger screen and better speakers.

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  3. 80
    Expert ReviewsHands-on review · 2025

    Better than the old model with good looks, sound and display, but the interface feels unrefined and Alexa+ is missing in the UK, making it a hard sell for now.

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  4. 80
    TechRadarHands-on review · 2025

    A much-needed refresh that the reviewer loved, with strong smart home features and sensing.

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What critics praise most

Sound4 of 4
Picture quality3 of 4
Design2 of 4

What critics dislike most

Price2 of 4

Other smart displays critics rate highly

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Runner-upAmazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)7 reviews · critics agree84
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Common questions

Is the Amazon Echo Show 8 (4th Gen) worth it?

Most critics think so: 3 of 4 recommend it. There is no physical camera shutter, and it costs more than the previous model.

Do critics agree about the Amazon Echo Show 8 (4th Gen)?

Critics agree: scores range from 80 (Expert Reviews) to 90 (The Ambient), a spread of 10 points across 4 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.

What do critics dislike about the Amazon Echo Show 8 (4th Gen)?

Price (2 of 4 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the Amazon Echo Show 8 (4th Gen)?

The Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) (critic score 84), runner-up.