The Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Generation) is down to $49.99, which makes it an easy way to test out a smart display without spending a lot. If you have been curious about smart home gear or just want something small for your nightstand or kitchen counter, this size works well. The 5.5-inch screen is big enough to see the time, weather, and news, but not so big that it takes over your space. You can glance at your morning forecast, check headlines, or see who is at the door if you have a compatible camera, all without reaching for your phone.
If you like simple ways to stay in touch, the Echo Show 5 lets you make video calls from that little screen. You can chat with family or friends while cooking or sitting at your desk, and you do not have to hold a phone the whole time. It also works as a small streaming screen, so you can listen to music, play podcasts, or watch shows while you are getting ready for the day or winding down at night. For a lot of people, this turns into a bedside or kitchen buddy that keeps things playing in the background without needing a TV or laptop open.
You might also like how easy it is to use your voice for daily stuff. You can ask it to set alarms and timers, which is handy if you cook a lot or need reminders while you work. If you often tell yourself you will remember something and then forget, being able to say “set a timer” or “remind me” without pressing any buttons is a nice change. Routines are another useful trick. You can set it so that when you say “good morning,” it turns on your lights if you have smart bulbs, reads the weather, and starts your favorite music. At night, you can use a “goodnight” routine to dim lights, play white noise, and set an alarm for the next day.
At this sale price, the Echo Show 5 makes sense if you want a simple way to bring smart features into your home without going overboard. You get a compact screen, video calls, streaming for music and shows, plus voice control for timers and alarms, all in one little device. If you already use Alexa on another device, this gives you a screen to go with it. If you are brand new to smart speakers, this is a low-risk way to see if you like having one around, and it does more than a basic speaker thanks to the display.
