Amazon · Updated June 2026
Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen): price, specs & release date
Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen), released 2025-10. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: soundguys.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
- Best for Attractive, more compact redesign (about 40% smaller) that blends into the home; Clear, present mids and vocals with an immersive soundstage at times.
- Skip if No 3.5mm/wired input; playback is entirely wireless (Bluetooth limited to SBC) is a dealbreaker.
Is the Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) a good buy?
At $220, the Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) is #7 cheapest of the 12 smart speakers we track, where the median is $160. By release date, it is the newest of the 12 we date.
Evidence of Record
Our dataNo independent lab has measured this product yet. 3 outlets have it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen)
Across three hands-on reviews (TechRadar, SoundGuys, Engadget), the 2nd-gen Echo Studio is a slicker, roughly 40%-smaller flagship with clear mids/vocals and strong smart-home and Alexa+ features. Two of the three reviewers (TechRadar, Engadget) judged its bass weaker and more muted than the 2019 original, while SoundGuys called the sound its best-yet Amazon speaker. All three note the dropped 3.5mm/wired input. Every review was qualitative; none published lab measurements.
Based on 3 reviews · 2025-10-29–2026-03-07
Tested by TechRadar, SoundGuys, Engadget
Consistently praised
- Attractive, more compact redesign (about 40% smaller) that blends into the home · 3 sources
- Clear, present mids and vocals with an immersive soundstage at times · 3 sources
- Strong smart-home hub and improved, snappy Alexa+ performance via the AZ3 Pro chip · 3 sources
Commonly flagged
- No 3.5mm/wired input; playback is entirely wireless (Bluetooth limited to SBC) · 3 sources
- Weaker, muted bass compared with the 2019 original · 2 sources
- Sound quality is inconsistent depending on track/content, hurting value at full price · 2 sources
Where reviewers disagree SoundGuys calls it 'the best-sounding Amazon speaker I've tested so far' and rates the bass solid, while Engadget and TechRadar both feel the original 2019 Studio sounded better with more capable bass; overall scores span Engadget 75/100, SoundGuys 7.8/10, and TechRadar's 3.5/5 audio subscore.
The sources (3)
this is still an impressively capable speaker, especially at its size
the spherical design, new knit-fabric exterior and front-facing controls are much more homely compared to the original
the Echo Studio lacks the powerful bass and overall volume of older models, and certain tracks suffer as a result
The Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) is the best-sounding Amazon speaker I've tested so far
Instrument separation is also impressive for a single enclosure
The Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) still has no wired audio inputs
There is great clarity in the sound here, and the tuning definitely favors highs and mids across nearly every genre.
The overhauled assistant is a star, but the original Echo Studio sounded better.
the low-end tone has a muted, almost muffled quality that's missing nuance
Specifications
| Price (US) | $219.99 US MSRP at launch (October 29, 2025) per Amazon and SoundGuys review. |
|---|---|
| Brand | Amazon |
| Released | 2025-10 |
| Assistant | Alexa |
| Drivers | 1x 3.75-inch high-excursion woofer, 3x 2.25-inch full-range drivers (left, right, upward-firing) |
| Smart home hub | Zigbee, Matter, Thread Border Router, eero |
| Audio calibration | Yes |
| Aux or line out | — |
| Dimensions (in) | 6.1 x 5.6 x 5.8 |
| Multiroom | Yes |
Source: soundguys.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by tomsguide.com. Dimensions (6.1 x 5.6 x 5.8 in / 155 x 142 x 147 mm), weight 1,632 g (3.6 lbs), drivers (3.75-inch woofer + 3x 2.25-inch full-range firing left/right/up), WiFi 6E (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Bluetooth LE 5.3, Zigbee + Matter + Thread Border Router + eero, Dolby Atmos support, AZ3 Pro chip, $219.99 MSRP, release October 29, 2025 confirmed from SoundGuys review and Tom's Guide review. No 3.5mm/optical input (removed vs 1st gen). Automatic room calibration via microphone array = audio_calibration true.
Is the Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) worth it vs cheaper smart speakers?
Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) against its closest cheaper and pricier smart speakers on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 12 ranked
| Product | Price | Assistant | Drivers | Smart home hub | Audio calibration | Dimensions (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) this | $219.99 | Alexa | 1x 3.75-inch high-excursion woofer, 3x 2.25-inch full-range drivers (left, right, upward-firing) | Zigbee, Matter, Thread Border Router, eero | Yes | 6.1 x 5.6 x 5.8 |
| Google Nest Audio | $99.99 | Google Assistant | 1x 3-inch (75mm) mid-woofer, 1x 0.75-inch (19mm) tweeter | Chromecast built-in | Yes | 6.89 x 4.89 x 3.07 |
| Sonos Era 100 | $249 | Amazon Alexa, Sonos Voice Control | 2x angled tweeters, 1x midwoofer (3 class-D amplifiers) | — | Yes | 7.18 x 4.72 x 5.14 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen)?
Across three hands-on reviews (TechRadar, SoundGuys, Engadget), the 2nd-gen Echo Studio is a slicker, roughly 40%-smaller flagship with clear mids/vocals and strong smart-home and Alexa+ features. Two of the three reviewers (TechRadar, Engadget) judged its bass weaker and more muted than the 2019 original, while SoundGuys called the sound its best-yet Amazon speaker. All three note the dropped 3.5mm/wired input. Every review was qualitative; none published lab measurements. Praised: Attractive, more compact redesign (about 40% smaller) that blends into the home; Clear, present mids and vocals with an immersive soundstage at times; Strong smart-home hub and improved, snappy Alexa+ performance via the AZ3 Pro chip. Flagged: Weaker, muted bass compared with the 2019 original; No 3.5mm/wired input; playback is entirely wireless (Bluetooth limited to SBC); Sound quality is inconsistent depending on track/content, hurting value at full price. (From 3 tester reviews.)
How much does the Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) cost?
The Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) has a US price of $219.99 (US MSRP at launch (October 29, 2025) per Amazon and SoundGuys review.), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) compare on price?
At $220, the Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) is #7 cheapest of the 12 smart speakers we track, where the median is $160.
When was the Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) released?
The Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) was released 2025-10.
What are the Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen)'s key specs?
Amazon Echo Studio (2nd Gen) (Amazon): assistant Alexa, drivers 1x 3.75-inch high-excursion woofer, 3x 2.25-inch full-range drivers (left, right, upward-firing), smart home hub Zigbee, Matter, Thread Border Router, eero, audio calibration Yes, dimensions in 6.1 x 5.6 x 5.8. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $219.99 at soundguys.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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