Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen, 2021)
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Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen, 2021)
Amazon 3.8
#23
in Smart Displays
$167.95 →
As of Jul 13, 2026
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01 / Spec
Top features
Voice AssistantAlexa
Screen8 inches
Resolution1280 × 800 HD
The Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen) is Amazon's mid-size smart display with an 8-inch HD touchscreen, 13 MP auto-framing camera for video calls, and Alexa voice control. Features stereo speakers, adaptive color display for photos, built-in Zigbee smart-home hub, and privacy controls including a physical camera shutter and mic-off button. Best for kitchens and living rooms where you want video calling, recipes, entertainment (Prime Video/Netflix), smart-home control, and a digital photo frame. Runs on Alexa ecosystem with access to thousands of skills and integrations. Used condition (minor cosmetic imperfections) selling at $167.95—a solid discount from new retail (~$130 current MSRP).
02 / Signals
Why it's hot
Mid-size Alexa display with strong video-calling and smart-home hub.
- Value for money 80
- Review rating & velocity 88
- Community sentiment 89
- Brand reputation 100
- Search heat 73
- Est. return & defect rate 87
03 / Verdict
Pros & cons
Pros
- 8-inch HD screen strikes a sweet spot between compact and capable
- Auto-framing 13 MP camera excels at video calls
- Built-in Zigbee hub controls compatible devices directly
- Physical camera shutter and hardware mic-off for privacy
- Stereo speakers deliver clear audio for calls and music
- Adaptive color keeps photos looking great throughout the day
Cons
- Lacks Thread radio for latest smart-home protocols
- No Matter hub support (firmware-limited)
- Display updates occasionally introduce UI quirks
- Speakers good for voice but modest for serious music listening
- Advertising can appear on lock screen/home screen
- Discontinued 2nd Gen model losing support relative to 3rd Gen
Voice AssistantAlexa
Screen8 inches
Resolution1280 × 800 HD
Camera13 MP with auto-framing
Camera PrivacyPhysical shutter + mic-off button
Smart-Home HubZigbee
SpeakersStereo
ConnectivityWi-Fi (802.11ac)
Dimensions7.89 × 5.35 × 3.9 inches
Weight2.3 lbs
Price$167.95 (used condition)
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Screen
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Smart-Home Hub
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