Amazon Echo Show 21 vs Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)

Updated April 2026

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2026 verdict

Looking at the full picture in 2026, Amazon Echo Show 21 gets the edge. Its clearest strengths are rating, hub, and screen size, and it still looks stronger on its broader overall balance. Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize price above everything else here. That is enough to make Amazon Echo Show 21 the better pick for most buyers.

Winner

Amazon

Amazon Echo Show 21

$399.99

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Amazon

Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)

$89.99

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Feature	Amazon Echo Show 21	Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)	Winner
Price	$399.99	$89.99	Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)
Rating	4.4	4.2	Amazon Echo Show 21
Hub	Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge	Matter Bridge	Amazon Echo Show 21
Screen Size	21"	5.5"	Amazon Echo Show 21
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Connectivity	2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth	2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth	Tie
Integrations	Alexa, Home Assistant	Alexa, Home Assistant	Tie
Voice Assistant	Amazon Alexa	Amazon Alexa	Tie
Camera	YES	YES	Tie
Sensors	Motion	Motion	Tie

Winner

Amazon

Amazon Echo Show 21

$399.99

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+ Rating: 4.4
+ Hub: Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge
+ Screen Size: 21"
- Price: $399.99 vs $89.99

Amazon

Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)

$89.99

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+ Price: $89.99
- Rating: 4.2 vs 4.4
- Hub: Matter Bridge vs Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Amazon Echo Show 21 or Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)?: Amazon Echo Show 21 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, hub, and screen size.
What is the biggest difference between Amazon Echo Show 21 and Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)?: Price is one of the clearest differences: Amazon Echo Show 21 lists $399.99, while Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) lists $89.99.
Which one looks better on price?: Amazon Echo Show 21 is listed at $399.99, while Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) is listed at $89.99. Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) (better spec).
Who should buy Amazon Echo Show 21?: Choose Amazon Echo Show 21 if your priority is rating and hub and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)?: Choose Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) if your priority is price and that matters more than rating.