Amazon Echo Pop (newest model), Full sound compact smart speaker with Alexa, Midnight Teal

I just welcomed myself to the Alexa Universe!
So I am a beginner in the Alexa world and this one is my very first Echo device ever. Bought it absolutely occasionally while browsing the Amazon. I was actually looking for some kind of gift ideas for my almost 9 years old daughter (she was always so excited to visit our friends and neighbors and talk to Alexa lol). And the $19 offer popped up on my screen for this little device (refurbished). I decided to give it a try. In the next day or two a $14 offer for a brand new one popped up and of course I bought it right away. My daughter’s birthday is in few days but I couldn’t wait myself to try it so I decided to give this present to her yesterday saying she will have tons of gifts on her actual birthday date anyway. You should’ve seen her happy face! It’s just unbelievable! Did not have much time to set it up yesterday, was afraid if something goes wrong I could become confused and just forget this idea of having Alexa at home which will make my daughter to feel upset. So started today. Now I see I should’ve started it yesterday. Gosh, whole initial setup took less than 5 minutes including unpacking and pairing with the app. Alexa momentarily was ready to listen. As you can see on my video I just asked some simple questions to perform the test. And despite my accent (english is not my native language) I’ve got very clear answers. Amazing! Of course and as always while buying something I’ve got through some negative reviews. A number of people say the sound quality is below their expectations. Really? Do you really expect a 12 inches Bose quality sound for $14? In my honest opinion for such a compact speaker the sound quality is a way above the average. It doesn’t just sound great for such a compact size but it also very loud and clear. I measured the device – it’s only 4 inches in diameter and I’m pretty sure the actual speaker itself is even smaller (but can’t confirm because it’s not visible from outside). Some people say they can’t get it to work at all, numerous say it’s doesn’t do anything right unless you buy something, some find another negative reasons. I do not know and have no clue what they are talking about. It works seamlessly! For now, as a beginner, I love all the features it offers, for example I don’t have to look for a button to turn the alarm off, I just touched it somewhere and alarm stopped (couple of minutes later I realized it was a snooze mode so I actually asked Alexa to stop the alarm (just the alarm clock itself could cost me more than this speaker by the way)). Really love a whisper feature. If you whisper Alexa will whisper back – wow! Isn’t it great if everyone else is sleeping in your house, for example?! Real time news, weather, music, reminders, alarms and many many more to discover. I feel like we have a new family member and some genius companion at home lol. I’m truly admired and amazed by all this new technologies. Special thanks to designers for a different color choice. I would choose black or white, my wife – purple, but my daughters favorite color is green so she got a right one. Now I am finishing to write this long review and start integrating all my smart cameras and devices with our new companion – was always wondering all those devices saying “Compatible with Alexa” on a box. So it’s time to try! Of course if something goes wrong I will update my review here and maybe join the group of negative reviewers but something tells me it’s not going to happen. Usually my first impression stays with me forever. But we will see. For now this little companion honestly deserves its 5 stars. Hope someone will find my review helpful.

Great Small Speaker
I recently picked up the new Amazon Echo Pop, and while it’s an impressive little smart speaker overall, there are a few things to consider before making your purchase. First, I love the sleek, compact design—it’s modern and fits perfectly into any room, whether on a desk, kitchen counter, or nightstand. The vibrant color options also add a fun touch, so it can easily blend in or stand out depending on your style.
The setup process was incredibly easy, and it integrates smoothly with my other Alexa devices. Voice recognition is spot-on, and I’m able to control music, smart home devices, and get the latest news or weather without any issues. The sound quality is clear and crisp for its size, making it great for casual listening and everyday tasks.
While the Echo Pop delivers good sound for its compact size, it’s not very loud. This speaker is more suited for smaller spaces or personal use, where you don’t need booming sound but still want decent audio for podcasts, music, or voice commands.
Overall, the Amazon Echo Pop is a solid option if you want a space-saving, stylish smart speaker with Alexa integration. Just keep in mind that the volume might not be ideal for louder, more dynamic audio needs. It’s perfect for casual listening, but if you’re after powerful sound, you might want to explore a larger Echo model.