The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Smart Displays, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) with Stand Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) with Stand #3 in Smart Displays
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Amazon Echo Show 21 (Full HD) Amazon Echo Show 21 (Full HD) #29 in Smart Displays
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#29
Screen
5.5-inch HD
21" Full HD
Smart-Home Hub
None (Wi-Fi only)
Zigbee + Matter
Camera Privacy
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Sound
Adequate dual speakers
Dual stereo, room-filling
Verdict
Best entry-level smart display
The flagship Alexa kitchen hub

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