Echo Pop Review: Alexa in a Compact, Powerful Bluetooth Speaker

Assessing the Performance, Sound Quality, and Smart Home Functionality of Amazon's New Echo Pop

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Advantages, disadvantages and general product features

positive
  • Design: The modern and compact design of the Echo Pop makes it a stylish addition to any room.
  • Sound Quality: Despite its small size, the Echo Pop delivers impressive sound with strong bass and clear trebles.
  • Alexa Integration: With the seamless Alexa integration, the Echo Pop offers a wide range of functionalities, from music streaming to smart home device control to answering queries.
  • Value for Money: The Echo Pop is often offered at a discounted price, making it an excellent value for its money.
negative
  • Power Supply: The Echo Pop does not use a standard USB connection for power supply, which some users might find a drawback.
  • Sound Quality: While the sound quality is generally rated well, some users have criticized that the sound cannot quite keep up with larger speakers.
More features
  • Compact: The Echo Pop is small and lightweight, making it a good choice for those looking for a portable and space-saving speaker.
  • Versatile: The Echo Pop can be used both as a standalone speaker as well as part of a speaker group.
  • Feature-Rich: With Alexa integration, the Echo Pop offers a multitude of functionalities far beyond merely playing music.

Design and Build Quality

Side view of the Amazon Echo Pop
Side view of the Amazon Echo Pop
other Echo Pop Packages
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Setting up the Echo Pop

More Echo devices
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User Experience

The Echo Pop still in the product packaging
The Echo Pop still in the product packaging
The Echo models with the best sound
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Echo (4th generation) | Premium sound Wi-Fi and Bluetooth smart speaker with Dolby, smart home hub and Alexa | Charcoal
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Echo Show 10 (3rd generation) | HD smart display with motion and Alexa, Charcoal Fabric
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Sound Quality: Review of the Echo Pop's Audio Performance with Music, Podcasts, and Other Audio Content

The Echo Pop's product packaging
The Echo Pop's product packaging

Smart Home Integration and Alexa Features of the Echo Pop

Top view showing the controls
Top view showing the controls

Sustainability and Eco-friendly Measures of Echo Pop

Product packaging side view
Product packaging side view

Final Verdict

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front view

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product packaging
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product packaging
scope of delivery
scope of delivery
The connector for the power supply
The connector for the power supply
The product from our review (or similar)
Echo Pop | Full sound compact Wi-Fi and Bluetooth smart speaker with Alexa | Lavender Bloom
ECHO POP - This compact Bluetooth smart speaker with Alexa features a full sound that's great for bedrooms and small spaces. Small enough to blend in and mighty enough to stand out.
CONTROL MUSIC WITH YOUR VOICE - Ask Alexa to play music, audiobooks and podcasts from your favourite providers like Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify and more. Connect your smartphone via Bluetooth to stream throughout your space.
MAKE ANY SPACE A SMART SPACE - Use your voice or the Alexa app to easily control your compatible smart home devices like plugs or lights.
LIFE JUST GOT EASIER - Have Alexa set timers, check the weather, read the news, re-order paper towels, make calls, answer questions and more.
ALEXA HAS SKILLS – With tens of thousands of skills and counting, Alexa can help you do more or do less - like playing relaxing sounds and testing your music knowledge.
EERO BUILT-IN – Turn your Echo device into a Wi-Fi extender in minutes with compatible Echo and eero devices.
ABOUT THE LIGHT BAR - Alexa doesn’t begin listening until your device hears you say “Alexa” and the light bar turns blue.
DESIGNED TO PROTECT YOUR PRIVACY - Echo Pop is built with multiple layers of privacy protection and control, including a Microphone Off button that electronically disconnects the microphones.
DESIGNED FOR SUSTAINABILITY – Echo Pop's fabric is made from 100% post-consumer recycled yarn and aluminium is made from 80% recycled aluminium. 99% of its packaging is made of wood fibre-based materials from responsibly managed forests or recycled sources.
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This article was created by: Hannes Bergmeister vom Lifetester.net Team

Hello there! My name is Hannes, but many know me as Smart Hannes. I'm an enthusiastic product tester for lifetester.net, where I explore and evaluate a wide range of gadgets and devices that can be connected to smartphones. My extensive testing covers various smart home products, from the versatile Hue lighting system to innovative smart kettles, and even cutting-edge health technology such as EKG machines and pulse oximeters. My mission is to provide valuable insights and in-depth reviews to help you make informed decisions when choosing your next smart device. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy reading my comprehensive evaluations!
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Last update: 28.07.2023 08:45