I've tested all of Amazon's latest Echo speakers, and these are the best models to shop this Black Friday

Every year during Black Friday Deals season, Amazon The devices are some of the best discounts you can find, with prices slashed by up to 50% on almost every device available, including those that were released as recently as the Echo Show 8 and 11.

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However, not all deals are created equal, and especially with some of these new devices, I think it's worth waiting for the next deal when prices might drop lower. New right now Echo Show 8 costs $159.99 (was $179.99). on Amazon US or £159.99 (was £179.99) at Amazon UK, For example; Yes, it's a decent $20/£20 discount, but future sales could double those savings, and I'll explain below why I think it's worth the wait on several fronts.

For me the solution comes down to Alexa+. Whether you're in the US, where it's currently rolling out, or in the UK awaiting launch, Alexa+'s readiness is the main reason for upgrading from older speakers. While most recent Amazon Echo devices will be compatible with the service, the new chips are better able to handle demanding AI workloads, and the new models help speed up the sign-up process for the service in the US, where it's already live.

Amazon Echo Shows, but they will be on the market as the latest and greatest for 3-5 years based on past release cycles.

These models will almost certainly be heavily discounted over time, so rushing to buy one now only makes sense if you hate the older models, want Alexa+, and/or just want the best of the best. If so, definitely Check out the exchange offers if you're in the UK.