Winner
Updated September 2026
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2026 verdict
Between these two voice assistants, the Amazon Echo Hub takes the overall lead, built around deeper hub connectivity, a larger screen, and more sensors than the pocket-sized Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) can match.
The Show 5 fires back with a lower price, a better owner rating, and broader alerts support, making it an easy pick for a nightstand or small desk. Both units run Alexa entirely in the cloud and support Matter bridging, though only the Echo Hub adds a Zigbee coordinator and Thread border router into that mix. Buyers wanting a dedicated wall panel to run cameras, locks, and sensors across a bigger smart home should pick the Echo Hub, while anyone after a compact, budget-friendly bedside display will be happier with the Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen).
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| Feature | Amazon Echo Hub | Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $179.99 | $99.99 | Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) |
| Rating | 3.9 | 4.2 | Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Amazon Echo Hub |
| Hub | Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge | Matter Bridge | Amazon Echo Hub |
| Screen Size | 8" | 5.5" | Amazon Echo Hub |
| Sensors | Motion, Ambient Light | Motion | Amazon Echo Hub |
| Alerts | None | Glass breaking, Smoke/CO alarm | Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Integrations | Alexa, Home Assistant | Alexa, Home Assistant | Tie |
| Screen | YES | YES | Tie |
| Voice Match | YES | YES | Tie |
Winner
$179.99
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
- + Hub: Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge
- + Screen Size: 8"
- - Price: $179.99 vs $99.99
- - Rating: 3.9 vs 4.2
- + Price: $99.99
- + Rating: 4.2
- + Alerts: Glass breaking, Smoke/CO alarm
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
- - Hub: Matter Bridge vs Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the better voice assistant, the Amazon Echo Hub or the Amazon Echo Show 5?
The Amazon Echo Hub wins overall due to its Zigbee and Thread hub hardware, larger screen, and richer sensor set. The Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) counters with a lower price and a higher owner rating for buyers who want a small, simple bedside display.
What is the biggest difference between the Echo Hub and the Echo Show 5?
The Echo Hub is a full smart home hub with a Zigbee coordinator and Thread border router plus a larger 8-inch screen, while the Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) is a compact 5.5-inch display that only bridges Matter and has no Zigbee or Thread hardware.
Does the Echo Show 5 have as many sensors as the Echo Hub?
No. The Echo Hub adds Ethernet and an ambient light sensor alongside motion sensing, while the Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) only includes motion sensing and connects over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Is the Echo Show 5 cheaper than the Echo Hub?
Yes, the Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) is the more affordable option and also carries a higher owner rating, making it a strong pick for anyone who doesn't need Zigbee or Thread hub hardware.
Who should buy the Amazon Echo Hub?
Buy the Echo Hub if you want a larger screen and full Zigbee, Thread, and Matter hub support for managing a bigger smart home from one wall panel.
Who should buy the Amazon Echo Show 5?
Buy the Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) if you want an affordable, well-reviewed, compact display for a nightstand or small desk and don't need dedicated hub hardware.
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4.2(5,529)$69.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Hub
3.9(1,812)$179.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 10 (3rd Gen)
4.5(50,675)$249.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 11
4.3(7,877)$249.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 15
4.4(6,355)$349.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 21
4.4(6,355)$499.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 5 (3rd Gen)
4.2(72,228)$99.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 8 (2025)
4.3(7,877)$199.99
DisplaysAmazonEcho Show 8 (3rd Gen)
4.4(30,179)$149.99
PlugsAmazonSmart Plug
4.7(571,177)48% OFF$24.99$12.98
SpeakersAmazonEcho (4th Gen)
4.7(152,498)$99.99
SpeakersAmazonEcho Dot (5th Gen)
4.7(199,932)$79.99
SpeakersAmazonEcho Dot Max
4.4(5,186)$119.99
SpeakersAmazonEcho Pop
4.6(109)$39.99
SpeakersAmazonEcho Spot
4.5(45,813)$109.99
SpeakersAmazonEcho Studio (2025)
4.0(1,334)$219.99
SpeakersAmazonEcho Studio
4.5(41,948)$199.99
ThermostatsAmazonSmart Thermostat
4.3(134)4% OFF$121.98$117.14- Voice AssistantsAmazon
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Echo Dot (5th Gen)
4.7(199,932)$79.99