Question 1

Which is better, Amazon Echo Dot 5th Gen or Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max scores higher overall at 9.1/10. The Amazon Echo Dot 5th Gen scored 9/10 and the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max scored 9.1/10 in our Best Amazon Smart Home Starter Kit 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Amazon Echo Dot 5th Gen worth it over the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max?

Accepted Answer

The Amazon Echo Dot 5th Gen scores 9/10 while the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max scores 9.1/10. The Amazon Echo Dot 5th Gen is our "Best Voice Hub" pick in the Best Amazon Smart Home Starter Kit 2026 category.

Amazon Echo Dot 5th Gen vs Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max: Which to Buy?