Amazon’s smart assistant, Alexa, continues to expand its reach.
Here are the best Alexa-compatible devices available today.
The company is well-known for delivering top-quality audio, and the Home Speaker 500 brings Alexa into the mix.
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You even get a choice between a black or silver version to match your home decor.
The Home Speaker 500 isn’t cheap, but it lives up to its price tag.
Ring Video Doorbell
The Ring Video Doorbell is an excellent video doorbell that works with Alexa.
It’s the most affordable and bestselling product in Ring’s video doorbell product range.
The app lets you see a real-time video of your door and talk to your visitors from anywhere.
It can also send quick notifications when someone presses the doorbell or when there is motion detected.
It’s a nice little gear that can add an extra layer of security to your house.
Amazon Smart Plug
Smart plugs are a great way to get started with smart home technology.
The app also lets you set up routines and schedules to turn connected appliances on and off automatically.
There is also a built-in USB port that can be used to juice up a smartphone or other equipment.
it’s possible for you to also add an optional smart motion sensor or smart night light.
A built-in 3.5mm AUX port allows you to plug in a larger speaker for better sound quality.
Ring Indoor Cam HD
The Ring Indoor Camera is a breeze to set up.
Just plug it into an outlet and then connect your Wi-Fi.
you could see the camera feed from any Echo Show unit or the Ring app.
you could hear what’s happening and even talk to anyone with the camera’s built-in microphone.
The camera has an outstanding field of view, which results in broader coverage of your room.
It records in high-quality 1080p resolution and has noise cancellation, so you could see and hear people clearly.
Echo Show 5
Good things come in small packages with the Echo Show 5.
The Echo Show 5 can also control other Alexa-enabled devices in your smart home.
Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller
Smart sprinkler controllers can save homeowners both water and money.
One of the best choices on the market is the Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller.
While it’s possible for you to set an automatic schedule, Alexa can also help out.
It can clean your house in neat, efficient rows for more coverage while avoiding objects on the way.
The slim, 2.85-inch footprint allows it to clean under furniture like beds and sofas.
It also comes with a companion app that allows scheduling, spot cleaning, and manual control.
The Sengled Smart LED Multicolor A19 Kit provides an affordable way to add smart lighting to your home.
The lights are substantially more affordable than the popular Philips Hue line of products.
Echo Buds (2nd Gen)
Take Alexa anywhere with the Echo Buds.
The cube is capable of streaming 4K content at 60fps along with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos audio.
The Cube comes with a fast hexa-core processor for smooth 4K streaming and a snappy user experience.
Amazon Smart Thermostat
The Amazon Smart Thermostat is currently one of the most affordable thermostats that work with Alexa.
you’ve got the option to also adjust the temperatures from anywhere using the Alexa app.
Unlike other Amazon devices, this smart thermostat does not have Alexa built-in.
Alternately, it’s possible for you to use its built-in buttons to increase or decrease the temperatures manually.
you could also sync the lights with TV audio and sound to enhance your musical experience.
This model is suited for 55-65 inch TVs, but Govee also has a longer strip for larger TVs.
FAQ
Q: What Is the Difference Between Works With Alexa and Alexa Built-In?
Q: What Is the Difference Between Alexa and Echo?
Q: Is There a Monthly Charge for Using the Amazon Echo?
There is no monthly charge for using the Amazon Echo and Alexa.
Alexa is free to use for everyone.
