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Amazon Echo Hub vs Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)

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Updated June 2026
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2026 verdict
Between Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) and Amazon Echo Hub, Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on price, rating, and alerts. The main reason it wins is price, rating, and alerts, and its broader overall balance strengthens that case. Amazon Echo Hub still makes sense if connectivity and sensors is your priority, but most buyers should still lean toward Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen). That is enough to make Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) the better pick for most buyers.
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FeatureAmazon Echo HubAmazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)Winner
Price$179.99$149.99Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)
Rating4.04.4Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, BluetoothAmazon Echo Hub
SensorsMotion, Ambient LightMotionAmazon Echo Hub
AlertsNoneGlass breaking, Smoke/CO alarmAmazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
IntegrationsAlexa, Home AssistantAlexa, Home AssistantTie
HubZigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter BridgeZigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter BridgeTie
ScreenYESYESTie
Screen Size8"8"Tie
Voice MatchYESYESTie

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Amazon Echo Hub or Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)?
Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and alerts.
What is the biggest difference between Amazon Echo Hub and Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Amazon Echo Hub lists $179.99, while Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) lists $149.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Amazon Echo Hub is listed at $179.99, while Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) is listed at $149.99. Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) (better spec).
Who should buy Amazon Echo Hub?
Choose Amazon Echo Hub if your priority is connectivity and sensors and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)?
Choose Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than connectivity.
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