Update 11/20/19 I have been using my Show 5 for several months now, and it is working well. I discovered that if I enable the TUBI TV skill that Tubi will show up in my video options. I have book marked PlutoTV and Crackle in the browser, and they both work well. This has greatly increased my video options. But I still can't get Hulu to show up, even though it works well on both of my Gen1 Shows!
I still prefer my Echo Spot as my bedside alarm clock, but this works perfectly on my desk and in the kitchen. The screen is pretty small, and I suspect that the new Show 8, with its better sound and bigger screen, will prove to be more popular in the long run.
Update 9/19/19
Reading some of the other reviews on the 5, I don't think that a lot of people understand how Echos/Alexa work. They seem to think that the 5 is just a high tech stand a!one alarm clock, which it isnt.
One review said that the weather function was inadequate. If that's the case, just enable another one. There are too many for me to count.
another said that they returned theirs, and were going to wait for an upgraded version. Alexa is the same on a every device, and is being continual!y updated.
One review said the the 5 doesn't have YouTube. It does. It's kind of a kludge, but it works.
A lot of reviewers gripe about the ads. I don't even notice them. My wife likes the suggestions, and often responds to them. Amazon sells stuff. If you don't want to see the ads, just don't look at them.
A.m.s co.plain about the video capabilities. They are fine, although I can't get Hulu to run on it either (works fine on my gen1). TBH, I prefer to watch them on side screen tv. Or my Fire 10 tablet. But I had watched videos on it, and the interface is fine once you get used to it. But watching a whole movie on a 5 inch screen isn't really ideal.
I have decided that the sound is better than it is on the Spot. Maybe a bit better than my 3 gen Dot, but not by much. The Cot actually sounds pretty good. The regular Echos and my 1gen Show both sound better, but all of them are enjoyable to listen to.
I still think the Spot is a better alarm clock. The 5 is great for the kitchen, and the Show is in the !living room. That works out well for us. I am retired, but I would have loved to have a 5 on my desk in my office! When I want a spelling, or a definition, or a sum, or to put an event on a calendar, or a news update, or need to know it's one of my staff's birthday, all I would have to do is ask. IMHO, that would be wh ere the 5 would shine.
Update 8/14/19
The Show 5 is still working just fine. My Spot has returned to my bed stand, though, as the Show 5 takes up a bit too much room. Its not that the 5 is really all that big. Itv is about the same size as a 1990's era clock radio, but my bed stand is rather small. And I like the clock faces on my Spot better. Several YouTube reviews state that the Spot has been rendered redundant by the Show 5. I disagree. Each fits a unique niche. But I agree that the Spot should not cost so much. The Show 5 is a much better value at the current pricing.
Prior to buying this, I already owned a Echo Show and an Echo Spot, as well as a regular Echo and several Echo Dots, so I think it is fair to say that I am familiar with Echo devices and Alexa. My review of the Echo Show 5 will be comparing it to those other devices.
The Echo 5 has a fairly small screen, which is about the size of a large smart phone. The resolution is fairly low according to the specs, but that is not readily apparent when viewing in. I can watch the Echo Show screen across the room. With the Echo Spot I have to be quite close to watch it (yes, I watch videos on the Spot. The screen is tiny but it is fine if you have it on your night stand). The Show 5 is somewhere in between. You can see it easily across your desk. It is great on a kitchen counter. It is NOT a small room TV replacement, like the regular Show could be.
The sound on the Show 5 is about the same as the Echo Spot. Much better than the gen2 Dot, about on par with the gen3 Dot, but not as good as the regular Echo or the fill size Show.
Alexa on the Show 5 is exactly the same as on the regular Echo Show, which is not surprising, as Alexa is in the Cloud, not on your device. It seems to me that the Echo 5 has a somewhat slower response time, but that is REALLY hard to tell. As the devices are cloud based, the response time might well have more to do with the Wi-Fi connection at a certain location in your house than the device itself! Regardless, response times on all of the devices are acceptable on my DSL service. BTW, the Spot does not have the same functionality as the others. It has no browser, so no YouTube.
As far as value goes, the Show 5 is by far the best value. It does everything the larger Show can do, for half the money. If you bought it for $50 on Prime day, as I did, its a steal.
So is it for you? That depends. If you want a large screen and great sound for your living room or den, then get the full size Show.
If you want a bed stand clock, the Spot takes up less room, and I think that its perfect for that role. I REALLY like my Spot! If the Spot and the Show 5 were the same price, I would recommend the Spot. But at a significantly higher price? I am afraid that, without a sizable cut in price, the days of the Spot are numbered!
But if you want just one Echo show device, or if you are just entering the Echo community, the Echo Show 5 is by far the best choice.
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Echo Show 5 connects to Alexa to give you vivid visuals on a 5.5” screen with a crisp full sound—all in a compact design that fits in any room, in any home. See on-screen lyrics with Amazon Music. Set alarms and timers. Catch up on news highlights and movie trailers. Check weather and traffic as you head out in your new city. |
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Make hands-free video calls to the Alexa app or another Echo device with a screen. Instantly connect to other supported devices in your home, or make a voice announcement to every room with a supported Echo device. |
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Catch up on today’s news and sports highlights. Watch TV shows, movies, music videos, or movie trailers from Prime Video, Netflix, NBC, and more. Cook along with step-by-step recipes. See song lyrics and album art with Amazon Music. It’s the perfect size for adding glanceable entertainment to any room. |
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Alexa and Echo devices are built with multiple layers of privacy. For example, your voice is streamed to the cloud only after your device detects the wake word (“Alexa”). You can also turn the microphone and camera off with a press of a button. And the built-in shutter lets you easily cover the camera. Learn more. |
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Manage compatible smart home devices on the simple interactive display or use your voice. Control lights and switches. Set thermostats. View security cameras.
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Use the ambient sunrise lighting feature to get your day started right. You can also choose from several fun clock face designs or display albums from Amazon Photos. |
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With more than 80,000 skills and counting, Alexa is always getting smarter. Skills are like apps and help you do more like play Jeopardy!, relax with Headspace, or learn something new with wikiHow. Just say, “Alexa, show me skills.” |
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Echo Show 5
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Size |
5.8” x 3.4” x 2.9” (148mm x 86mm x 73mm) |
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Weight |
14.5 oz (410 grams) Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process |
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Display |
5.5” touchscreen |
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Camera |
1MP camera with built-in shutter |
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WiFi connectivity |
Dual-band Wi-Fi supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi networks. Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) Wi-Fi networks. |
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Amazon Sidewalk |
A shared network that can simplify Echo device setup and can help your device reconnect to your Wi-Fi router when you update your password or network name. Sidewalk uses a small portion of your internet bandwidth to provide these services to you and your neighbors, and is enabled on your device unless you have previously disabled the setting. You can disable Sidewalk at anytime. Learn more here. |
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Bluetooth connectivity |
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support for audio streaming from your mobile device to Echo Show 5 or from Echo Show 5 to your Bluetooth speaker. Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) for voice control of connected mobile devices. Hands-free voice control is not supported for Mac OS X devices. Bluetooth speakers requiring PIN codes are not supported. |
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Audio |
Full range 1.65” built-in speaker. 3.5 mm stereo audio output for use with external speakers (audio cable not included) |
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System Requirements |
Echo Show 5 comes ready to connect to your WiFi. The Alexa app is compatible with Fire OS, Android, and iOS devices and also accessible via your web browser. Supported operating systems. Certain skills and services may require subscription or other fees. |
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Setup technology |
Amazon Wi-Fi simple setup enables customers to connect smart devices to their Wi-Fi network in a few easy steps. Wi-Fi simple setup is another way Alexa is always getting smarter. Learn more about Wi-Fi simple setup. |
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Processor |
MediaTek MT 8163 |
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Accessibility features |
On Echo devices with screens, you can enable Alexa captioning and closed captioning, magnify the screen, toggle color inversion, and choose between color correction options. You can also enable the VoiceView screen reader to use gestures to navigate the screen and hear spoken feedback about the items you select. Learn more about Echo with a screen accessibility and Alexa accessibility. |
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Warranty and Service |
1-year limited warranty and service included. Optional 1-year, 2-year, and 3-year extended warranty available for U.S. customers sold separately. Use of Echo Show 5 is subject to these terms. |
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Included in the Box |
Echo Show 5, power adapter (15W)/cable (4.9 ft.) and quick start guide. |
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Privacy Features |
Wake word technology, streaming indicators, microphone/camera off button, built-in camera shutter, the ability to view and delete your voice recordings, and more. Visit the Alexa Privacy Hub to explore how Alexa and Echo devices are designed to protect your privacy. |
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Language |
Alexa speaks English and Spanish |
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Recommended device footprint |
Echo Show 5 device is 5.8”W x 2.9”D. Recommended footprint: 6”W x 4”D. |
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Software Security Updates |
This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own an Amazon Echo, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device. |
Customers say
Customers find the Echo Show 5 to be an impressive device that works well as an alarm clock and is easy to set up. They appreciate its beautiful display and consider it well worth the price. The sound quality receives mixed feedback, with some finding it very good while others say it's muffled. Customers disagree on the size, with some noting the screen is big enough while others find it too small. Connectivity experiences are mixed, with some customers successfully connecting it to Ring doorbells while others report trouble with internet connection.
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9483 customers mention quality, 8641 positive, 842 negative
Its a great product as it is capable of doing much more than an echo dot. How ever I did notice the dot is much more responsive when saying “alexa”....Read more
didn't know i needed this little guy until i got one. Great device. I needed something to have my clock settings and used as a digital picture frame.Read more
...is some missing of responses at time, but pro vs con, it is still a good product I have one in my shop, 4 at home, so I think it is still good.Read more
Excellent product. Buy in the Home Depot Puerto Rico because unfortunately Amazon does not send its products to PR. Is very nice amd hight qualityRead more
6205 customers mention functionality, 5394 positive, 811 negative
Works great, she can hear my voice from another room which is convenient sometimes. Extreme amount of different futures, just a fun and useful device!Read more
Using it as a camera and device to play music, check weather, works well, had some issues with camera staying on but tell it to do something and it...Read more
I like all the features and it works very well. It was so easy to get started too! It’s perfect in my kitchen. Can see recipes, song lyrics, etc....Read more
Works as expected. Fun to use. I give it 4 stars because it was a pain having to figure out how to hook it up to a bluetooth speaker....Read more
3664 customers mention ease of use, 3367 positive, 297 negative
It’s easy to install, kid friendly and easy to use. Voice recognition is fine. I use to check on my kids and get notifications from the ring doorbellRead more
I like the ease of use. My cell phone can do most of the things the Echo Show 5 can do. But the Echo Show 5 can do it with complete hands-free....Read more
I plugged it in and it did the rest. SUPER EASY AND USER FRIENDLY. Easily connected with my ring doorbell. The suggestions are EASILY turned off.Read more
Good color, sound and size. Very easy to use and very handy for getting the weather, recipes and information, as well as watching: TV, movies, and...Read more
3050 customers mention value for money, 2531 positive, 519 negative
Great price $10 add on with Ring. Still learning it but haven’t used it for much yet. Trying to get Alexa to talk to firestick and Samsung 2019 TV....Read more
This is a fantastic addition to the Echo lineup and a great value. We really love the compact size which makes it great for use anywhere in the house.Read more
...to fix it and put out a up date for it but so far I like it so it worth the money it's not very big the screen is about the size of a I phone screen...Read more
Love the echo show 5! Great buy if you're thinking of getting one for yourself I recommend you do and you won't regret itRead more
2372 customers mention appearance, 2327 positive, 45 negative
Nice and compact!! Nice sound when playing music at normal levels, but distorts when turned to max. Also it can not hear my voice whenever tv is on....Read more
Very nice - I love just telling her what I need for my shopping list and looking up recipes. I love how the recipes are read to me if I want it readRead more
This is a cool device, and I'm pleased with its function. I dont like that there seems to be static on some of the songs I listen to daily....Read more
...And the first few days, I did love it: it’s cute, works well as a bedside clock (lens cover always on, of course), small footprint even with the...Read more
6590 customers mention sound quality, 4455 positive, 2135 negative
Perfect for any room, great sound, awesome display. This can be used in the kitchen to help with cooking or to video chat with family while cooking....Read more
...about various functions, but so far am very pleased with the sound quality and ability to have an impromptu dance party so easily throughout the day!Read more
Had to return this due to poor sound quality. We wanted another one like it because of the great price bit naturally they were no longer available....Read more
Good sound, nice display. Wanted it to be a central hub for our home. We bought it to work with our Ring camera, but it will not display the camera....Read more
3398 customers mention size, 2241 positive, 1157 negative
...Our newEcho is small, easily read, can be set from our phones and does all and more than that old radio ever did. Also, I love the alarm choices. LOL!Read more
...The screen part sounded cool but it's too small to really do too much of anything other than display the current time or how much time is left on a...Read more
Perfect size and function for echo family. Really love being able to control smart devices and monitor smart cameras while working in my home office....Read more
I love the compact size and the speaker is very good. I like the camera slide door. I would recommend it for a bedroom, bathroom or living room.Read more
2517 customers mention connectivity, 1630 positive, 887 negative
Easy to connect, set up. Fun to have photos display on the screen. Not so easy to set up location of photo library so that it displays properly.Read more
...for intended purpose followed instructions for video calling and will not connect So its unplugged and in the box not being used Wasted hard earned...Read more
In addition to the voice recognition and sound quality, and Alexa integration, we love the various visuals - integration with Ring, song lyrics,...Read more
It really surpass my expectations in every way! Ease to use, easy integration and a pleasure to have! I just want to plug everything!Read more
A LIFESAVER, LITERALLY.
3 weeks ago, I began having some health issues. I’m 61, live alone except for a Brilliant feline with no family or friends nearby anymore. The stomach and chest pains got worse..but, as a disabled, former health professional; I tend to be a stubborn, overly independent and..a TERRIBLE “patient”. I spent over 30 years standing next to beds, talking to patients, doing tests and making diagnosis’s. I am serious when I say I refuse to go to the ER unless it’s life or death. @Kitty_Leela and I have self-treated more stress fractures, dislocations, and if I’ve run a fever for more than 4 days with no improvement with at home meds; I can get a former colleague to call in antibiotics or almost any other med I request. I am adamant about keeping my independence, despite my tenuous financial situation. I don’t ever want to be a burden to my friends or family. Despite all of that, I HAVE taken precautions as far as setting up technology to help both me and my dear “Dr Leela” (who has now earned her title) After several nights of very little sleep and awakening, gasping for air and with Leela on top of my chest; I set my Echo Show up on my bed, camera on, and told my daughter what was going on. After rejecting her orders to call an ambulance (she’s an ER RN-Paramedic), I also grabbed my pulse ox that measures oxygen Saturation of the blood. I awoke, not even an hour later, the echo triggered by Leela, as she hopped on my and was gently slapping my face with her paw. I already had the POx on my finger and turned it on. My first reading was 82, then 83. By the time I got a picture, it was 88, but continued to bounce between 82 and 88, even after I practiced some breathing exercises. “Alexa, call Katie”, my daughter. She knew I wouldn’t have Alexa call unless it was serious. The ambulance was here within minutes after my daughter calling them..I was in Congestive Heart Failure with the lower lobes of my lungs, filled with fluid & collapsed. One week in one hospital, 6 days in the next. During this time in the hospital, we also used the Echo Show as me, my girls and even some friends, “dropped in” on a VERY mad, VERY loud, Leela, stomping her paw as she tried to tell us there was a serious issue here at home. I had one next door neighbor care for her the 1st week, another neighbor, the 2nd. Both live next door, less than 20 steps from my door. I had everything set up and arranged by day with detailed instructions. Although I knew Leela wouldn’t be happy with just one feeding a day-I had dry food, one pouch of pate and one can, labeled for each day. I had a jug of filtered water (she prefers Essentia…seriously) next to her food and clean bags and litter next to her box. The first neighbor fed her one pouch and 1 can in 6 days. But there was water, some dry food and her litter had been cleaned out, (although despite having cats of their own..they dumped unflushable litter in my toilet.). Surely, my buddies on the other side would take better care of her. That 2nd to last photo is after she knocked the show off it’s shelf above my bed. She was NOT happy, and everyone who “dropped in” on her said the same thing..she was VERY upset about something. I was discharged a few days ago. I arrived home to find the house smelling REALLY bad..litter box was overflowing, water bowls were bone dry. Not a single pouch or can had been opened and poor Leela had actually torn into some small “cups” of food in a box of food intended for the local shelter. (Food she normally wouldn’t eat..they were new products I decided to try.) I was absolutely devastated. On top of that, she had overturned a small glass of water next to my bed and it spilled into the surge protector I had my show and other things plugged into. I haven’t tried the show yet because I had to move into my living room..I’m more or less bedridden at the moment, catching up with sleep, BUT, I have my Echo Dot right next to me in case I need my daughter. That last photo? The kisses, cuddles..and yes, “lectures” haven’t stopped since I came home. She sleeps up by my head and wakes me up if my oxygen comes off. I had been relatively healthy except for a genetic disorder and health issues related to it. (Mostly orthopedic). I certainly was NOT expecting to be diagnosed with CHF at my age. While I’m sure I would have found a way besides the Show to call my daughter & get help when I needed it; I can honestly say this device not only saved my life, but made me aware of things happening while I was gone. I paid those two neighbors a total of $60, in advance, to make sure they took care of my girl. $60 I really couldn’t afford-but Leela is worth every Penny. My daughters are planning on moving me next month, (hopefully!) to be closer to them. Because I am so high risk, especially now, moving isn’t an easy or inexpensive event. I can promise you; no matter if I stay or go; my echos will be right with me. I also got a Blink camera, but I’m still working on finding the best place for it and getting it to where I can pop in and watch it when I’m not here. My daughter saw Astro tonight and said that if the price goes down; the girls will get me one. My silly cat seems to LOVE technology, has an online boyfriend she “zooms” with on HER tablet. (One of my sons Chinese friends sent it to her…to add to her electronic collection. She also enjoys music videos and watches them on either her tablet or OUR Echo Show. Just a long note to say THANK YOU!!
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