For many, including myself, Amazon Echo smart speakers and smart displays have become essential parts of our homes and lives. From answering any and all questions to setting timers and controlling additional smart devices,

Leading the charge is the Echo Dot, Amazon’s compact yet powerful smart speaker now available for just $22,down from its regular price of $49. This fifth-generation device boasts improved audio quality,

The Echo Spot is a great way to start your day, end your day, or soothe you to sleep for an afternoon nap. Equipped with the same 1.73-inch front-firing speaker as the Echo Dot (5th Gen), the Spot also has a 2.83-inch screen (320 x 240 resolution) that displays time, weather, song titles, and other Alexa-powered visuals.