Smart Home Hubs Review
Amazon Echo Hub Review (2026)
An 8-inch wall-mountable Alexa control panel with a built-in smart home hub.
Our verdict: Decent option to compare
★★★⯨★
$130-180 · Amazon return policy applies
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| Category | Smart Home Hubs |
|---|---|
| Our rating | ★★★⯨★ 3.9/5 |
| Price | $130-180 |
| Availability | Check current price on Amazon |
| Returns | Standard Amazon return policy applies |
| Best for | Alexa households that want a touchscreen wall panel to control and view their smart home. |
Our take
The Echo Hub combines an 8-inch touch dashboard with a built-in hub supporting Zigbee, Matter, Thread and Sidewalk, letting you tap or use Alexa to control lights, cameras, locks and routines. It is great as a wall-mounted control surface, but it leans on Amazon's cloud and Alexa account, the stand and PoE adapter are sold separately, and it is not a true Z-Wave hub.
What we like
- 8-inch touch dashboard doubles as a wall-mounted control panel
- Built-in Zigbee, Matter and Thread plus Sidewalk support
- Compatible with a very large catalog of Alexa devices
- Multiview lets you watch up to four camera feeds at once
What to keep in mind
- Tied to Amazon's cloud and an Alexa account; weak offline behavior
- Stand and PoE adapter are sold separately; no Z-Wave support
- More of a control surface than a deep automation engine
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Frequently asked questions
Is Amazon Echo Hub worth it?
The Echo Hub combines an 8-inch touch dashboard with a built-in hub supporting Zigbee, Matter, Thread and Sidewalk, letting you tap or use Alexa to control lights, cameras, locks and routines. It is great as a wall-mounted control surface, but it leans on Amazon's cloud and Alexa We weigh real-world usefulness against price, and we note the downsides honestly. Check the live price and recent customer reviews on Amazon before deciding — both can change.
Where can I buy Amazon Echo Hub?
Through Amazon, where the standard Amazon return policy applies. We link to the current listing so you always see up-to-date pricing and availability.
Who is Amazon Echo Hub best for?
Alexa households that want a touchscreen wall panel to control and view their smart home.
Is Amazon Echo Hub the best in its category?
It's one we think is worth considering, but "best" depends on your needs and budget — compare it against the alternatives in our reviews before you buy.