The Echo Pop launched this summer, earning an “excellent” review from PCMag for its cost-effectiveness, sound quality, and Eero Wi-Fi extender feature. You can think of it as the budget option for Echo speakers. While not as loud as the Echo Dot and missing touch and temperature sensors, it matches the Echo Dot in most other functions.
If you aren’t interested in Amazon Music Unlimited, you might go for the bundle with an Echo Pop and a Kasa Smart Plug for $18.98 (originally $62.98), which is currently 69% off. The smart plug can be voice-controlled by your smart speaker or smart home app through wifi, and without the need for a central hub.