HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON
Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen, 2023) vs Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen)
We compare the Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen, 2023) and Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) head-to-head on performance, features, value, and more. Here's which one wins.
Best Overall
Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen, 2023)
Best smart display for kitchens and living rooms — 8-inch screen with spatial audio and video calling
Overall:9.3/10
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Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen)
Best smart display that follows you around — 360° motor rotates to track you while cooking
Overall:9.3/10
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| Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen, 2023) | Category | Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| 9.3/10 | Performance | 9.3/10 |
| 9.5/10 | Features | ✓ 9.8/10 |
| 9.3/10 ✓ | Ease of Use | 9/10 |
| 9.3/10 ✓ | Value | 8.8/10 |
| 9.3/10 | Overall | 9.3/10 |
Specs Comparison
| Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen, 2023) | Spec | Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| 8" HD (1280×800) with adaptive color | Display | 10.1" HD (1280×800) |
| Spatial audio, dual 2" woofers + tweeters | Audio | 360° motorized base — follows you |
| 13MP, auto-frame for video calls | Camera | 3" woofer + dual 1" tweeters |
| Alexa, Zigbee hub, Matter built-in | Smart Home | 13MP, auto-framing + motor tracking |
| Center fill speaker with directional speakers | Special | Zigbee hub built-in |
Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen, 2023)
Pros
- + Best balance of screen size and footprint for kitchens
- + Spatial audio sounds excellent for the size
- + Built-in Zigbee + Matter hub for smart home control
- + 13MP auto-framing camera for video calls
Cons
- − Alexa-centric — limited for Google users
- − Amazon services prioritized over neutral recommendations
- − No Google Meet video calling (uses Alexa Calling and Zoom)
Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen)
Pros
- + 360° motorized base follows you around the room
- + Best video calling experience — motor + auto-framing
- + 10" display easily readable across the room
- + Zigbee hub for smart home control
Cons
- − Most expensive Echo Show
- − Motor mechanism adds bulk and moving parts
- − Motorized rotation can be startling when first activated
Read the full Best Smart Displays 2026 guide for complete reviews of all 10 products.