

🎉 Elevate your kid’s playroom with smart learning and worry-free fun!
The Amazon Echo Dot Kids (5th Gen) is a compact, kid-friendly smart speaker featuring Alexa+ early access, designed to inspire learning and creativity without screens. It offers dual-band Wi-Fi, a high-definition front-firing speaker, and advanced parental controls including remote monitoring and privacy safeguards. Included is a 1-year subscription to Amazon Kids+ with curated audiobooks, podcasts, and games. Backed by a 2-year worry-free guarantee, it supports seamless connectivity with Bluetooth and eero Built-in for enhanced home network coverage.
| Size | 3.9” x 3.9” x 3.5” (100 mm x 100 mm x 89 mm) |
| Weight | 10.7 oz (304g) Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process |
| Audio | 1.73” (44 mm) front-firing speaker, Lossless High Definition |
| Wifi connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 and 5 GHz) networks. Does not support connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) wifi networks. |
| Amazon Sidewalk | Sidewalk uses Echo and Ring devices to securely keep other devices connected and help find lost items by reporting their approximate location to the owner. Sidewalk can enable supported devices to remain connected even when wifi is lost or the supported devices are outside the range of their home wifi. Sidewalk uses a small portion of your internet bandwidth and the approximate location of your devices to provide these benefits to you and your neighbors. Sidewalk is turned on for your device unless you have previously turned it off. You can turn off Sidewalk at any time. Learn more about Amazon Sidewalk. |
| Smart Home Protocols | Smart Home Protocols: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy Mesh. |
| Bluetooth connectivity | Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support for audio streaming from your mobile device to Echo Dot or from Echo Dot to your Bluetooth speaker. Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) for voice control of connected mobile devices. Hands-free voice control is not supported for Mac OS X devices. Bluetooth speakers requiring PIN codes are not supported. |
| eero Built-in | eero Built-in is intended for adult management only. Your wifi network must use a compatible eero router and your Echo device must stay in range of a compatible eero device. You will need to link your eero and Amazon accounts and manage eero Built-in from the eero mobile application to use this feature. eero Built-in compatible Echo devices support up to 1,000 sq. ft. of additional coverage, speeds up to 100 Mbps, and 10 or fewer connected devices in the 5 GHz band. Actual performance can vary and certain eero, Echo, or Alexa features may be incompatible with eero Built-in. Learn more about eero Built-in performance, availability and compatibility. Use of eero and eero-related products and services, including eero Built-in, requires creation of an eero account and agreement to eero’s Terms of Service. Review eero’s Privacy Notice. |
| System requirements | Echo Dot comes ready to connect to your wifi. The Alexa app is compatible with Fire OS, Android, and iOS devices and also accessible via your web browser. Supported operating systems. Certain skills and services may require subscription or other fees. |
| Setup technology | Amazon Wi-Fi simple setup enables customers to connect smart devices to their wifi network in a few easy steps. Wi-Fi simple setup is another way Alexa is always getting smarter. Learn more about Wi-Fi simple setup. |
| Warranty and service | 2-year worry-free guarantee. See more details about this coverage. Use of Echo Dot Kids is subject to the terms found here. |
| Accessibility features | The Alexa app and Alexa-enabled products include several features for customers with accessibility needs related to vision, hearing, mobility, and speech. Learn more about Alexa accessibility. |
| Included in the box | Echo Dot (5th Gen) Kids, glacier white power adapter (15W), Quick Start Guide, and Alexa Guide for kids. |
| Generation | Echo Dot (5th Gen) Kids - 2022 release |
| Privacy features | Wake word technology, streaming indicators, microphone off button, the ability to view and delete your voice recordings, and more. Visit the Alexa Privacy Hub to explore how Alexa and Echo devices are designed to protect your privacy. |
| Language | Alexa speaks English and Spanish. Spanish is not available in Amazon Kids. |
| Alexa Skills & Features | Alexa makes your life easier, more meaningful, and more fun by letting you voice control your world. Alexa can help you get more out of the things you already love and discover new possibilities you've never imagined. Discover and learn what Alexa can do. |
| Software Security Updates | Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own an Amazon Echo, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device. |
| Age range | Ages 3 and up. WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. |
| Subscription | Includes 1 year of Amazon Kids+. Click here to find out more about Amazon Kids+. |
R**A
Great Sound and Super Fu
This Echo Dot Kids is amazing! The sound is great, the design is adorable, and it’s very easy for kids to use. It also has fun features, stories, and music that they love. Perfect for learning and entertainment. Totally worth it!
A**R
Awesome Present for young children
I absolutely love this Echo Dot Kids edition. I bought it for my seven year old and cannot say enough good things about it. The setup process was simple and quick, and it was ready to use within minutes. The sound quality is great for its size, and the dragon design is vibrant and well made. The image has not rubbed off at all and still looks brand new. The size is perfect for kids and fits easily in my child’s hands. The overall design is sleek and sturdy, and it has held up very well over time. We are now going into 2026 and this Echo Dot still works like it did when it first came out of the box. One of my favorite features is the kid friendly content. The daily kids news, fun facts, and upbeat morning music help start the day on a positive note. I also really appreciate the included books. My kids listen to them every night as they fall asleep, which has become part of our bedtime routine. The parental controls are easy to manage and give me peace of mind. Because we had such a great experience, I recently purchased another one for my other child. This is a well made, engaging, and durable device. It is absolutely worth the purchase and makes a great gift for kids.
J**S
🛏️✨ Kid Tech That Feels Thoughtful, Not Overstimulating
We picked up the Echo Dot Kids for our house and honestly, this little dragon earned its spot fast 🐉 It’s cute enough that kids feel like it’s theirs, but smart enough that I don’t feel weird about it living in their room. Setup was simple and everything runs through the parent dashboard, which I really appreciate. During the day it’s music 🎶 jokes 😂 animal questions 🦁 and nonstop curiosity. At night it turns into stories 📖 calming sounds 🌙 and part of our bedtime routine without me having to repeat myself a dozen times. One feature I didn’t expect to love as much as I do is the ability to schedule quiet hours 🛑 Once bedtime hits, it simply stops responding. No surprise music, no middle of the night Alexa requests, no early morning wake up calls on a Saturday. It just… respects bedtime, which feels rare in kid tech. The sound quality is surprisingly good for how small it is 🔊 It fills the room without being overpowering, and the volume limits actually stay locked, so I’m not worrying about it getting cranked up too loud. Whisper mode is also one of those small things that ends up being really sweet 🤫 If your kid whispers a question at night, Alexa whispers back. It keeps the room calm and somehow makes them even more excited to use it. Another thing I didn’t realize I’d use is being able to review the kinds of questions they ask 👀 It’s a mix of funny, thoughtful, and occasionally eye opening, but it gives me a better sense of what they’re curious about without hovering or listening in all the time. Overall, this feels like tech designed with parents in mind 💛 The kids feel independent using it, and I feel comfortable knowing there are real controls in place behind the scenes. Mom verdict: this is one of those rare kid tech purchases that entertains them and gives me peace of mind at the same time 🙌 If it buys me a few quiet minutes and helps bedtime go smoother, I’m sold.
J**A
Small, sturdy, kid-friendly
I love this little thing. We realized my son was starting to get nightmares from the news flashing on his Alexa screen. We had all the fancy parental controls set up, but somehow didn’t think about the news feed itself—and it slowly became a problem. We put this in his bedroom and it solved everything. No news, parental controls locked in, and now he uses Alexa the way a kid should. He asks for the weather almost every morning, listens to music, and even makes announcements to the rest of the house like he’s running mission control. It’s also the perfect size—cute, compact, and doesn’t take up much space. And for durability: it’s been knocked off the dresser more than once by a rogue basketball that missed the mini hoop on the back of his door… and it’s still going strong. Small, sturdy, kid-friendly, and sanity-saving for parents. Win all around.
S**Y
Extremely Helpful for Kids & Parents — Music Access Was Disappointing
We got the Amazon Kids Echo Dot and overall it has been a very helpful addition to our home, especially with kids. Pros: One of the biggest benefits is communication. I can calmly let the boys know when it’s time for something without yelling across the house, upstairs, or from another room. We use it daily for alarms, reminders, and timers, which helps routines run much smoother. The kids love asking questions throughout the day and creating stories. I also appreciate the kid-safe design — if a question isn’t appropriate, Alexa won’t answer it and instead explains that it can’t respond to that topic. Adults can still ask general questions too, so it works well for the whole household. Cons: The biggest letdown was music. The product states that it comes with the new version of Alexa Kids+ and even shows music being played, but when we try to play music — including giving exact song titles — Alexa says the songs can’t be found and asks us to add a separate music service. There’s also no easy option like “play toddler music to dance to,” which was surprising and disappointing, especially since we’re a house that loves to dance. Overall: This device is great for communication, routines, learning, and storytelling, and I’d still recommend it for families. Just be aware that despite what’s shown, you may need to add an additional music subscription if music is important in your home.
S**T
Both my son and I love it
I bought this for my son for Christmas three years ago and he uses it daily. I like the parental controls and he likes something that will read him a story, tell jokes and use as a timer. We also use it as an alarm in the morning and we both enjoy the morning routine with Tyler. He can also call me on it now that he is staying home alone for short periods of time. You can also set it up to call 911 in an emergency if you aren't ready for your child to have a phone. We have an Echo in every room of the house so we call his Amazon instead of and he set the voice to Australian. The owl design is super cute, the perfect size and it has great sound quality. I highly recommend the Echo dot for kids. On rare days when we have an Internet outage my son gets quite upset that he can't use it. Even when this isn't on sale it's an excellent value, I highly recommend this device for kids!
V**A
Best gift I’ve ever purchased!
My son absolutely loves this item. Alexa has become his new buddy, they talk about problem solving and good choices he can make. Alexa has emotional responses now which is amazing. It’s very small and easily hidden. I would highly recommend!
M**.
Great for a kids room, just make sure you set controls in the app!
We got this for my son when he was 9 so that he could listen to music in his room, and have something to play white noise while he slept. The owl design is super cute, and the stand, which looks like a nest, is a fun touch as well. He loves listening to his favorite music on this (two years on) and especially enjoys asking Alexa "What's happening?" when he wakes up to get the kid-friendly news of the day while thawing out. As a parent, I love it as I can set bedtime reading timers, reminders for chores, and a sound machine. It's easy to set up, easy to control via the Alexa app, has withstood all the abuse a pre-adolescent boy and his friends can throw at it, and doesn't take up much room in his fairly small bedroom. Overall, it's been a great purchase for us.
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