Echo Dot (3rd Gen, 2018 release) - Smart speaker with Alexa - Charcoal
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Features
- MEET ECHO DOT - Our most compact smart speaker that fits perfectly into small spaces.
- RICH AND LOUD SOUND - Better speaker quality than Echo Dot Gen 2 for richer and louder sound. Pair with a second Echo Dot for stereo sound.
- MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER - Alexa can set timers, check the weather, read the news, adjust thermostats, answer questions, and more to help with daily tasks.
- DESIGNED TO PROTECT YOUR PRIVACY Built with multiple layers of privacy controls including the ability to delete your recordings, mute your mic, and more in-app privacy controls.
- CONNECT WITH OTHERS HANDS-FREE - Call friends and family who have the Alexa app or an Echo device. Instantly drop in on other rooms or announce to the whole house that dinner's ready.
- ALEXA HAS SKILLS - With tens of thousands of skills and counting, Alexa is always getting smarter and adding new skills like tracking fitness, playing games, and more.
Frequently asked questions
The Echo Dot (3rd Gen) is a smart speaker that allows you to voice control your music, get answers to questions, read the news, check the weather, set alarms, and control compatible smart home devices. It has a fabric design and improved speaker for richer and louder sound.
Yes, you can use the Echo Dot to control compatible smart home devices. You can ask Alexa to turn on lights, adjust thermostats, lock doors, and more using voice commands.
To set up your Echo Dot, first download the Alexa app on your smartphone. Plug in your Echo Dot, and the app will guide you through the setup process including connecting it to your Wi-Fi network and linking it to your Amazon account.
Yes, the Echo Dot allows you to make hands-free calls to most numbers in the US, Canada, and Mexico. You can call friends and family, or you can ask Alexa to call any mobile or landline number by using your voice.
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The Echo Dot (3rd Gen, 2018 release) garners high praise across reviews for its impressive blend of functionality, convenience, and affordability within smart home ecosystems. Reviewers are particularly impressed with its quick and easy setup, accurate voice recognition, and seamless smart home device integration. Its compact, sleek design and surprisingly robust sound quality for its size also receive notable mention, making it not only an effective smart assistant but also a decent speaker for casual music listening.
Pros
- 👍 Impressive sound quality for its size
- 🎉 Easy setup and accurate voice recognition
- 🏠 Seamless integration with smart home devices
- 🎵 Effective for music streaming and as a secondary speaker
- ✨ Sleek and unobtrusive design
- 💡 Offers a wide range of functionalities and customization options through Alexa Skills
Cons
- ❌ No specific cons mentioned, but as with any smart device, individual experiences with connectivity and compatibility may vary.
Should I Buy It?
Yes, especially if you are looking to enrich your smart home setup without breaking the bank. The Echo Dot (3rd Gen) is highly recommended for its versatility, sound performance, and integration capabilities, making it a valuable addition to any smart home.
I’ve had the Echo Dot (3rd Gen) in Charcoal for years now, and it’s still my go-to smart speaker. For such a small device, the sound quality is way better than you'd expect—clear vocals, decent bass, and enough volume to fill a room. Alexa responds quickly, even from across the room, and I use it daily for weather updates, smart home controls, reminders, music, and random trivia. The compact size makes it easy to place anywhere—kitchen counter, nightstand, even in the bathroom. Setup was fast and seamless, and it stays connected without any hiccups. For the price, you’re getting a ton of functionality in a small, sleek package. Still holds up years later—highly recommend.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2025 by Chryse
The Echo Dot (3rd Gen, 2018 release) in Charcoal has transformed my garage into a music haven, and I’m absolutely loving it! I use it to stream tunes from my phone while I tinker with projects, and this little smart speaker punches way above its weight. It’s become my go-to companion for making every garage session more enjoyable—five stars all the way! Pros: • Awesome Sound for the Size: Don’t let the compact design fool you—the sound is clear, rich, and fills my garage with ease. From rock to podcasts, it handles everything I throw at it via Bluetooth from my phone. • Seamless Phone Pairing: Connecting my phone was a breeze, and Alexa plays my Spotify playlists or Pandora stations with a simple voice command. No fumbling with cords or complicated setups—just instant music. • Tough Enough for the Garage: The fabric finish looks sleek in charcoal, and it’s held up to the dusty, gritty vibes of my workspace. It’s small enough to tuck on a shelf but sturdy enough to feel like it belongs. • Alexa’s Handy Perks: Beyond music, I’ve started using it to check the weather or set timers for paint drying—super convenient when my hands are covered in grease. It’s like having an assistant out there! • Great Value: For the price, this thing delivers big. It’s reliable, responsive, and hasn’t skipped a beat in months of use. Cons: • Voice Pickup Can Be Spotty: In a noisy garage (think power tools), Alexa sometimes misses my commands unless I’m close or shout. Not a huge deal, but I’ve had to repeat myself a few times. • No Battery Option: It’s tethered to an outlet, so I had to rig an extension cord to place it where I wanted. A built-in battery would’ve made it more portable for my setup. • Bass Could Be Stronger: The sound is great overall, but if I crank up bass-heavy tracks, it lacks that deep thump I’d love. It’s fine for casual listening, though. The Echo Dot 3rd Gen has made my garage time so much better—music flows effortlessly from my phone, and Alexa keeps things fun and functional. It’s a small device with a big impact, perfect for jamming out while I work. Five stars for a smart speaker that’s earned its spot in my man cave—I’d buy it again in a heartbeat!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2025 by Onahunch
Love Alexa products never disappoint sound quality is amazing
Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2025 by Kyle Williams
Small and inconspicuous.
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2025 by Explosives Engineer
It seems people either love or hate Alexa. I like mine, but I don't love it. My wife is from another country--English is her 3rd or 4th language--she and Alexa do not always get along, so I end up repeating my wife's requests, which works most of the time. I've learned a few things, though. Never aske to play the same song more than once per week. When Alexa's AI figures out that you really like a song, it always goes to the $3.99 extra per month list of songs. It seems safe to ask for a specific group, i.e., the Rolling Stones or the Beatles, just don't ask for specific songs too often. My wife and I both love a wide variety of music, but my wife tends to get frustrated by Alexa and does not use the unit very often. I liked my generation 2 so well that I bought one each for a couple of family members and another one for myself (it is a generation 3). I was going to buy a third unit for my in-home office, but after transferring the 2nd gen from my bedroom for my office, I realized I could not concentrate on my work for listening to the music. I've heard all the stories about how Alexa is spying on me, but I'm not terribly concerned. I watch a fair number of YouTube videos--anything that sparks my interest--and the 3rd gen unit is right next to the TV, so, if it's recording my info, it's getting a wide variety from sensible to weird information. Also, I like to play the TV while I'm away from home, just to confuse the would-be burglars, and I usually play it on one of the traditional news channels, because they talk a lot instead of showing movies, and that should confuse the wannabe burglars more. I tried using Alexa for that, but the unit stops playing after half a dozen songs (just estimating), but the TV will drone on and on until I turn it off. When some of my more suspicious friends or relatives visit, I unplug the unit so they can talk candidly, just to make them feel more comfortable. I have been known to remind them that their cell phones and TV sets do the same thing, even when you turn them off. I've learned to be very specific about the music I want to hear. I never tell Alexa to play a song without specifying the artist. If she still picks the wrong song or artist, I try to ask in a different way, but usually find out that the song I want to hear is on the $3.99 per month additional list, which I do not subscribe to. The unit is usually pretty good about substituting a channel that has music I like--based on the song I asked for. I'm impressed that AI is as smart as it is in this tiny unit. Sometimes, when I get bored, I like to ask Alexa stupid or confusing questions, just to see how it answers. Yeah, I'm easily entertained, but it's surprising what the unit can come up with. I get a lot of "Sorry, I don't know that." My brother and I were trying to fix a leaky faucet in my daughter's home when her Alexa unit in the other room spoke to us. At first we thought someone had come in without our knowing it. Since it was a female voice, we did not start looking for weapons to defend ourselves from burglars, but we quickly went to see who was there. The house was empty. I laughed when my brother suggested the house might be haunted, but it made me stop and think. Later, my daughter reminded me about the Alexa unit I had bought for her--yep, same voice. The point is, you never know what will set the unit off. You do not have to mention its name or speak to it. I've never had a problem with the unit waking me up in the middle of the night, but it does start blinking yellow when I have a notification. Took me a while to figure that out. I get notified about storms, kidnappings in my home state, when an Amazon package has arrived, and a few other miscellaneous messages. It never wakes me up, except for when I set an alarm, but I have to set the alarms individually. I cannot tell it to wake me up every weekday morning at 7 a.m. I have to set a separate alarm for every morning of every day I want awakened. But it also allows me to set other alarms. For instance, I can tell it to set an alarm for 5 p.m., so I don't work too long on my computer. If I'm cooking something, I can tell it to set an alarm for 15 minutes from now; otherwise, I will ruin my lunch and stink up my house, because I don't think about food until 3 or 4 p.m. All in all, I highly recommend the units.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2021 by Okie1010
I’ve had this echo for 5 years and I really like it, it’s definitely better than the gen 5. It’s much louder and works great.
Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2025 by Lulu