Amazon Echo Show 8 (4th Gen)

Name: Amazon Echo Show 8 (4th Gen)
Brand: Amazon

5 expert reviews#1 of 5 smart displays

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Critics’ consensus

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

Reviewed by The Ambient, Trusted Reviews, Tom's Guide and 2 more

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

Critics agree Scores run from 80 to 90All 5 scores printed by the outlets

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

The Ambient90

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

Hands-on review · 2026 · Read

Trusted Reviews90

Currently the best smart display thanks to its price, size and audio.

Hands-on review · 2025 · Read

Tom's Guide90

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

Hands-on review · 2025 · Read

TechRadar80

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

Hands-on review · 2025 · Read

Expert Reviews80

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.

Hands-on review · 2025 · Read

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