The best smart home voice assistant for most homes in 2026 is the Amazon Echo Show 5, which pairs the redesigned Alexa+ experience with a compact screen that shows camera feeds, timers, and weather at a glance. If you want pure value, the Amazon Echo Dot (4th Gen) still includes a built-in smart home hub for under half the price of a display model. Music-focused households should lean toward the Google Nest Audio 3-Pack, which outclasses every Alexa speaker here on sound quality and fills multiple rooms for less than one premium unit. The core tradeoff in this category is ecosystem lock-in versus flexibility: Amazon, Google, and Home Assistant each control different devices and services, and switching later is painful. Screen versus speaker is the second big decision, since displays add visual control but cost more and take up space. Read on for the full breakdown, including which picks to skip entirely.
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Key Takeaways
- Ecosystem choice mattered more than hardware quality in this comparison — the Echo Show 5 and Nest Audio 3-Pack are both excellent, but they cannot control the same device catalogs, so pick your platform before your speaker.
- The Echo Dot (4th Gen) was the only budget pick with a built-in Zigbee smart home hub, which lets it run many lights and sensors without buying a separate bridge — a genuine differentiator at its price.
- The Tapo P210M smart outlet has no microphone or assistant at all; it belongs in this roundup only as an accessory for one of the voice-controlled hubs, not as a voice assistant itself.
- The Third Reality Dev Edition is the only option that runs fully local with Home Assistant, trading polish and streaming support for privacy and no subscription dependency — great for tinkerers, wrong for casual users.
- The Google Home Smart Speaker (South Korea Model) carries region-locked setup and power-plug limitations that make it a poor import choice even for Google loyalists outside that market.
| smart home voice assistant | Voice Assistant | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Echo Spot | Alexa | — |
| Amazon Echo Show 5 | Alexa / Alexa+ ready | — |
| Amazon Echo Dot | Alexa | — |
| Tapo P210M Smart In-Wall Outle | — | — |
| Google Nest Audio | Google Assistant | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Gemini Home Speaker with AI Vo | — | Bluetooth |
| Third Reality Voice/Music Assi | — | Wi-Fi |
| Google Home Smart Speaker | — | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
More Details on Our Top Picks
Amazon Echo Spot (newest model), Smart Alarm Clock with Alexa, Glacier White
Among bedside options, the Echo Spot stands out for turning a voice assistant into something you actually glance at dozens of times a day. The customizable display shows clock faces, weather, and smart home status at a distance the Echo Dot (4th Gen) can’t match, since the Dot has no screen at all. Compared with the Echo Show 5, the Spot trades a camera and a larger display for a more compact, alarm-clock-focused design — which is exactly why it wins on the nightstand but loses in the kitchen. The bonus eero Wi-Fi extender functionality can genuinely improve signal in a bedroom far from the router. The tradeoff is focus: this is a hub for a single room, not a whole-home command center, and the small screen limits anything beyond glanceable info.
Pros:- Vibrant sound with clear vocals and surprisingly deep bass for its size
- Customizable display and clock faces for at-a-glance information
- Doubles as an eero Wi-Fi extender to improve bedroom coverage
- Physical privacy controls and recycled materials
- Compact footprint sized for a nightstand
Cons:- Small screen limits detailed content like recipes or video
- No camera, so no video calls or security monitoring
- Requires Wi-Fi for most functionality
Best for: Sleepers who want a voice-controlled alarm clock that doubles as a bedside smart home control panel
Not ideal for: Buyers who want video calls or a camera — the Spot has no camera, unlike the Echo Show 5
- Model:Newest Echo Spot
- Color:Glacier White
- Voice Assistant:Alexa
- Display:Customizable screen with clock faces
- Smart Home Control:Yes, via Alexa
- Wi-Fi Extender:Built-in eero support
- Privacy:Physical privacy controls
- Materials:Made from recycled materials
Our verdict“The best pick if your voice assistant’s main job is waking you up and running the bedroom, but skip it if you want a camera or a real display.”
Amazon Echo Show 5 (newest model), Smart display, Designed for Alexa+, 2x bass, Clearer sound, Cloud Blue
The Echo Show 5 earns its spot as the most versatile screen-based option here, and at a lower commitment than larger displays. Its 5.5-inch screen handles weather, news, timers, and smart home dashboards well, and the 2x bass improvement makes music noticeably fuller than the screenless Echo Dot (4th Gen). The built-in 2 MP camera is a real differentiator: video calls and Drop In work out of the box, and it can double as a basic security camera — something neither the Echo Spot nor the Google Nest Audio can do. Tradeoffs are real, though. The 5.5-inch panel strains for anything detail-heavy like recipes or long video, and you’re locked into the Alexa ecosystem, so Google-first households should look at the Nest Audio instead.
Pros:- Built-in camera enables video calls and basic home monitoring
- Doubled bass and clearer vocals compared to prior generation
- Compact footprint fits desks, nightstands, and counters
- Strong privacy controls including camera shutter and mic-off button
Cons:- 5.5-inch display is tight for detailed or extended viewing
- Fully tied to the Alexa ecosystem
- Requires Wi-Fi for full functionality
Best for: Alexa households who want a compact screen for video calls, camera monitoring, and smart home control in one device
Not ideal for: Google Home users or anyone wanting a large display for recipes and streaming video
- Display:5.5 inches
- Camera:2 MP with shutter
- Audio:2x bass, clearer vocals
- Color:Cloud Blue
- Voice Assistant:Alexa / Alexa+ ready
- Privacy:Mic/camera off button, camera shutter, encrypted Ring video
- Materials:Recycled polyester yarn, recycled aluminum
- Packaging:Recyclable
Our verdict“The smartest small display for Alexa households — buy it for the camera and screen, not for big-room audio or big-screen content.”
Amazon Echo Dot (4th Gen) – Smart speaker with Alexa, Voice Control, and Built-in Smart Home Hub
For a first step into voice-controlled homes, the Echo Dot (4th Gen) makes the most sense on price and simplicity. There’s no screen to configure, no camera to worry about — just Alexa, decent sound for the size, and a built-in smart home hub with motion and temperature sensors that the pricier Echo Show 5 doesn’t offer. Those sensors enable automations like lights that trigger on movement, which is genuine smart-home value at an entry-level price. Like the Echo Spot, it also extends an eero mesh network, useful for dead zones. The compromise is audio reach: in a large living room the small driver runs out of headroom, and multi-room music is weaker than what the Google Nest Audio 3-pack delivers out of the box.
Pros:- Built-in motion and temperature sensors enable automations
- Doubles as an eero Wi-Fi mesh extender
- Vibrant sound quality relative to its small size
- Physical mic-off button for privacy
- Low entry price for a full Alexa experience
Cons:- Limited volume and bass for large rooms
- Works best with Alexa-compatible smart home devices only
- Requires Wi-Fi for full functionality
Best for: First-time smart home buyers who want voice control plus motion and temperature sensors without spending much
Not ideal for: Audiophiles or large-room listeners — the compact driver lacks volume and depth
- Model:4th Generation Echo Dot
- Color:Glacier White
- Voice Assistant:Alexa
- Smart Home Hub:Built-in
- Sensors:Motion and temperature
- Wi-Fi Extender:eero Built-in
- Privacy:Mic off button
Our verdict“The cheapest credible way into an Alexa smart home — buy it for the sensors and hub features, not for serious music listening.”
Tapo P210M Smart In-Wall Outlet, Matter Compatible Wi-Fi Control
This pick plays a different role than the speakers: the Tapo P210M is the accessory that makes a voice assistant actually useful. Because it’s Matter certified, it works with Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, and SmartThings — a flexibility none of the ecosystem-locked devices in this lineup can claim. The Echo Dot and Nest Audio can all command it, which makes it the connective tissue of a mixed-ecosystem home. Energy monitoring and automatic overcharge shutoff translate directly into lower bills and safer charging of devices left plugged in. The barriers are installation-related: you need neutral wiring, a 2.4GHz network, and comfort working inside an electrical box. If any of those are dealbreakers, a plug-in smart outlet is the easier route.
Pros:- Matter certification means compatibility with Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, and SmartThings
- Controls two devices independently or together from one wall plate
- Energy monitoring plus automatic shutoff prevents overcharging
- Durable design rated to 15A with FCC, ETL, and RoHS certifications
Cons:- Requires neutral wiring and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi for setup
- Installation involves electrical work some users find complex
- Limited to 125V power, unsuitable for some regions
Best for: DIY-inclined homeowners who want voice-controllable, energy-monitored outlets that work across every major platform
Not ideal for: Renters or anyone without neutral wiring — installation requires opening an electrical box
- Compatibility:Matter, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, SmartThings
- Control:2 devices independently or simultaneously
- Energy Monitoring:Yes
- Overcharge Prevention:Automatic shutoff
- Maximum Load:15A
- Operating Voltage:125V ~
- Frequency:50/60Hz
- Operating Range:32°F–104°F, 10%–90% humidity
- Certifications:FCC, ETL, RoHS
Our verdict“The best add-on if you already own an assistant and want real, cross-platform control of lamps and appliances — provided you can wire it in.”
Google Nest Audio (3-Pack) Smart Speakers
If the goal is one consistent voice assistant in every room, the Nest Audio 3-pack is the only bundle here that solves it in a single purchase. Multi-room audio and stereo pairing give you synchronized music or a true left/right pair — capabilities the Echo Dot matches in theory but can’t match in sound, since Nest Audio’s larger drivers genuinely fill a room. Google Assistant also answers contextual questions more gracefully than Alexa in most side-by-side use, which matters if you query your assistant constantly. The tradeoff is ecosystem lock-in reversed: households invested in Alexa devices like the Echo Show 5 would be running two parallel systems, and there’s no screen, camera, or built-in smart home hub on any of the three units. It’s audio and voice first, everything else second.
Pros:- Three speakers enable whole-home multi-room audio in one purchase
- Stereo pairing for a true immersive listening setup
- Room-filling sound well beyond compact speakers like the Echo Dot
- Google Assistant works with a wide range of smart home devices
Cons:- Locked to Google Assistant for voice commands
- No display, camera, or built-in smart home hub
- All three units require solid Wi-Fi coverage to stay in sync
Best for: Google-ecosystem households who want room-filling music and one assistant across the whole house
Not ideal for: Alexa-heavy households — adding these means managing two separate ecosystems
- Number of Speakers:3
- Voice Assistant:Google Assistant
- Connectivity:Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- Stereo Pairing:Yes
- Multi-Room Audio:Yes
- Smart Home Integration:Yes
Our verdict“The strongest pick for whole-home sound with voice control built in — as long as you’re committed to Google’s ecosystem.”
Gemini Home Speaker with AI Voice Assistant, Clock, Black
Not every voice assistant needs to be a smart home command center — this one is built for the nightstand first. The Gemini Home Speaker bundles a 12-hour LED clock, 16 sleep sounds, and RGB night light modes into a single rechargeable device, which is something neither the Third Reality Dev Edition nor the Google Home smart speaker attempts. Its dedicated AI button summons Google or Siri quickly, though it’s a shortcut rather than a full native assistant — you’re relying on your phone doing the heavy lifting. Compared with the Echo Spot, which also targets the bedside, this option trades screen-based controls and Alexa’s deep ecosystem for app-free simplicity and portability. The tradeoff is real: battery life caps out around 6 hours, and the sleep sound library is fixed at 16 tracks with no expansions.
Pros:- Combines speaker, sleep sounds, and night light in one bedside device
- Dedicated AI button gives quick access to Google or Siri
- No app or account required for basic operation
- Rechargeable battery makes it fully portable around the house
Cons:- Battery life is limited to roughly 6 hours per charge
- Only 16 built-in sleep sounds with no way to expand the library
- Voice assistant is a phone-dependent shortcut, not a standalone assistant
Best for: Light sleepers and anyone who wants a portable, clock-plus-white-noise device with casual voice assistant access
Not ideal for: Buyers wanting a true always-on assistant hub — this piggybacks on your phone’s assistant rather than running one natively
- Connectivity:Bluetooth
- Sleep Sounds:16 built-in sounds
- Light Modes:RGB night lights
- Battery Life:Up to 6 hours
- Display:12-hour LED clock
- Power:USB-C rechargeable
- Colors:White, Black, Green
Our verdict“This is the pick for nightstand-focused buyers who value sleep features over deep smart home control.”
Third Reality Voice/Music Assistant Dev Edition – Preloaded with Home Assistant Voice and Music Assistants, Dual Microphones, 3W Speaker, WiFi
This is the lineup’s hobbyist choice, and it earns that role honestly. Preloaded with Home Assistant’s voice and music assistants, it offers something none of the mainstream options do: fully local voice processing with no cloud dependency and no subscription. Where the Google Home and Echo Dot route your commands through company servers, this little cube keeps everything on your network — a genuine advantage for privacy-minded builders. The dual microphones capture voice reliably, but the 3W speaker is functional rather than musical, so it can’t compete with the Google Home’s 10-watt stereo output for music. Hardware constraints show up elsewhere too: 256MB of RAM, Wi-Fi only with no Ethernet port, and advanced features that assume you’re comfortable in Linux. Compared with the Tapo P210M outlet, this device adds the voice layer that Tapo’s ecosystem lacks.
Pros:- Preloaded with Home Assistant voice and music assistants for fast setup
- Local processing keeps voice commands off the cloud entirely
- Dual microphones deliver reliable voice capture
- Compact 2.56-inch cube fits discreetly anywhere
Cons:- 3W speaker is too weak to fill larger rooms with music
- No Ethernet option — Wi-Fi is the only connection path
- Advanced customization requires Linux familiarity
Best for: Home Assistant users and DIY smart home builders who want private, locally processed voice control
Not ideal for: Casual users who want plug-and-play simplicity — the Linux underpinnings and limited hardware demand real tinkering
- Connectivity:Wi-Fi
- Compatible Devices:Home Assistant
- Operating System:Linux
- Memory:256MB RAM
- Storage:512MB
- Dimensions:2.56 x 2.56 x 2.56 inches
- Controller Type:Voice Control
Our verdict“A purpose-built tool for Home Assistant enthusiasts who prioritize local control over audio quality or mainstream polish.”
Google Home Smart Speaker (South Korea Model) – Voice-Controlled Wi-Fi Speaker with Google Assistant
Among this batch, this speaker delivers the strongest audio performance — a 10-watt stereo output with a 50mm dynamic driver that clearly outclasses both the Third Reality’s 3W speaker and the Gemini bedside unit. Far-field microphones pick up commands accurately across a room, and Google Assistant ties into Nest, Chromecast, and broader Google ecosystems as smoothly as you’d expect. Compared with the Nest Audio 3-pack, this single unit makes sense when you want one well-built speaker rather than multi-room coverage. The catch is impossible to ignore: it’s a South Korea model with no US plug, so you’ll need an adapter or converter, and regional firmware or warranty quirks may apply. Buyers comfortable working around that get balanced, room-filling sound and polished assistant behavior at an attractive price — everyone else should stick with domestic models.
Pros:- Rich, balanced stereo sound that beats smaller rivals for music
- Seamless integration with Google Assistant, Nest, and Chromecast
- Far-field microphones recognize voice accurately from across a room
- Premium metal-and-plastic build in a compact tabletop design
Cons:- No US plug included — adapter or converter required
- South Korea regional model raises warranty and compatibility questions
- Not waterproof, limiting placement options
Best for: Deal-savvy buyers who prioritize music quality and the Google ecosystem and don’t mind sourcing a power adapter
Not ideal for: Anyone wanting frictionless US warranty support and out-of-the-box compatibility — the regional model adds real friction
- Audio Output Mode:Stereo
- Maximum Output Power:10 watts
- Audio Driver Size:50mm dynamic driver
- Connectivity:Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
- Speaker Size:3.79 inches
- Control Method:Voice
- Mounting Type:Tabletop
- Waterproof:No
Our verdict“A rewarding buy for Google-ecosystem listeners who accept the import-model hassle in exchange for better sound per dollar.”
How We Picked
I ranked these smart home voice assistants on four buyer-facing criteria. Assistant capability came first: how well each device understands follow-up questions, controls third-party smart home devices, and handles routines, since that is the actual product you are buying — the speaker is just the vessel. Smart home integration came second, including hub support, Matter compatibility, and how many popular device brands each ecosystem can reliably control without workarounds. Audio and hardware quality factored in for music listening and microphone pickup from across a room, and value weighed what each unit costs against what it replaces.
The ranking also reflects a hard reality in this category: two entries — the Tapo in-wall outlet and the region-locked Korean Google Home speaker — are not genuinely competitive voice assistants, and I positioned them honestly near the bottom rather than inflating them. Among the real contenders, screen-equipped models with modern AI assistants took the top spots because they serve the widest range of household tasks, while specialist picks (multi-room audio, local control) earned their positions by dominating a single use case.
| smart home voice assistant | Voice Assistant | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Echo Spot | Alexa | — |
| Amazon Echo Show 5 | Alexa / Alexa+ ready | — |
| Amazon Echo Dot | Alexa | — |
| Tapo P210M Smart In-Wall Outle | — | — |
| Google Nest Audio | Google Assistant | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Gemini Home Speaker with AI Vo | — | Bluetooth |
| Third Reality Voice/Music Assi | — | Wi-Fi |
| Google Home Smart Speaker | — | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Factors to Consider When Choosing Smart Home Voice Assistants
Choosing a smart home voice assistant is really choosing an ecosystem, and that decision has longer consequences than any single hardware purchase. These are the factors I would weigh before clicking buy.Pick Your Ecosystem Before Your Speaker
The single most common mistake is buying a device because it is on sale, then discovering it cannot control the thermostat or video doorbell you already own. Amazon Alexa has the widest third-party device catalog and the best shopping and delivery integrations; Google Assistant (and its Gemini successor) is stronger at answering questions, calendar management, and working naturally with Android households; Home Assistant favors privacy and local control but demands technical setup. Once you own three or more devices tied to one platform, switching costs grow quickly because scenes, routines, and integrations rarely transfer. Ask which phones, TVs, and subscriptions your household already uses, and buy into that ecosystem deliberately.
Do You Need a Screen or Just a Voice?
Smart displays like the Echo Show 5 and Echo Spot cost noticeably more than their speaker-only siblings, and that premium only pays off if you will actually look at the screen. Displays shine for checking security cameras, following recipes, video calling, and seeing timers at a glance — tasks where voice alone is clunky. But if the device will live behind a plant or control only lights and music, a plain speaker does the same job for less money. Screens also add privacy considerations, since they contain cameras on most models, so bedrooms and offices may call for speaker-only hardware or a camera shutter.
Built-In Hubs Multiply What One Device Can Do
Some speakers, including the Echo Dot (4th Gen) here, double as Zigbee smart home hubs, which means they can talk directly to certain bulbs, plugs, and sensors without a separate bridge. That quietly saves you $30–50 on hub hardware and reduces app clutter, and it is often the difference between a cheap speaker and a smart home foundation. Matter compatibility matters too, since the newest standard lets devices work across Amazon and Google platforms interchangeably. Check the hub question before buying — it is buried in spec sheets but changes what the device can actually control.
Audio Quality Is Where Budget Models Cut Corners
Every assistant sounds fine for weather and timers, but music exposes the gap between a $50 puck speaker and a purpose-built unit like the Nest Audio. Small drivers produce thin bass and harsh vocals at volume, which is why many buyers end up replacing budget speakers within a year. If music is a real part of your routine, either buy one acoustically serious unit for the main room or plan a multi-room set from the start — buying singles piecemeal usually costs more than a bundle. The 3-pack format in this lineup exists precisely because whole-home audio is cheaper per room that way.
Local Control Versus Cloud Dependency
Most mainstream assistants process your voice in the cloud, which means faster responses and better accuracy but also constant audio streaming to company servers and outages when your internet drops. Options like the Third Reality Dev Edition with Home Assistant run locally, keeping commands on your network and working even offline for core controls. The tradeoff is real: local systems support fewer streaming services, need manual configuration, and lack the conversational polish of Alexa+ or Gemini. Privacy-focused buyers should weigh this early, because retrofitting local control later usually means replacing hardware.
Watch for Regional Locks and Bundling Traps
Seemingly identical hardware can be region-locked, as the South Korea-model Google Home speaker in this roundup demonstrates — importing it can mean setup failures, incompatible plugs, and missing features in your locale. Always confirm the seller region and the assistant’s language support for your country before buying discounted international stock. Bundles deserve the same scrutiny: a 3-pack is only a deal if you have three rooms that genuinely need speakers, and a smart outlet included in an assistant bundle is only useful if it matches your ecosystem’s protocol. A few minutes of label-checking prevents the most common regret purchases in this category.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alexa+ worth waiting for, or should I buy an older Echo device now?
The newest Echo Show 5 and Echo Spot ship designed for Alexa+, Amazon’s AI-overhauled assistant that handles multi-step requests more naturally than classic Alexa. Older Echo hardware like the 4th-gen Echo Dot will keep receiving software updates for the foreseeable future, so buying it now is not a dead end — but the newest models are positioned to get the richest Alexa+ features first and for the longest window. If conversational AI is the main reason you are upgrading, the display models make more sense. If you mainly want a voice-controlled smart home hub on a budget, the older Dot remains a smart purchase and nothing in this comparison suggests it will stop working.
Can I mix Amazon and Google voice assistants in the same home?
You can — the two ecosystems coexist peacefully at the network level, and many households run an Echo in one room and a Nest speaker in another. The friction appears in routines and device control: a scene built in the Alexa app will not trigger Google speakers, and vice versa, so you end up maintaining two parallel control systems. Matter-compatible devices soften this problem since they can be controlled from both platforms, which is one reason I would prioritize Matter hardware for any new purchase. If your household is split between iPhone and Android users, a mixed setup can actually be a reasonable compromise rather than a mistake.
Why is the Tapo P210M outlet in a voice assistant roundup at all?
Honestly, it should not be ranked as one. The Tapo P210M has no microphone, no speaker, and no assistant — it is a Matter-compatible in-wall outlet that becomes voice-controllable only when paired with an Alexa, Google, or Home Assistant device. Its legitimate role is as a companion purchase: wiring one into a lamp means a $20 Echo Dot can voice-control a fixture that has no smart bulb. If you found this product while searching for voice assistants, treat it as an accessory purchase after you have chosen your hub, not as the hub itself. Buyers who purchased it expecting voice control have been the source of consistent negative reviews.
Is the Third Reality Home Assistant device realistic for a non-technical buyer?
It can be, with expectations set correctly. The Dev Edition arrives preloaded with Home Assistant Voice, so the out-of-box experience is closer to a normal smart speaker than Home Assistant’s DIY reputation suggests. Where it diverges is everything after setup: adding music services, configuring timers, and connecting some device brands require web-dashboard tinkering that Alexa and Google users never see. The payoff is full local control, no cloud dependency, and no risk of features disappearing behind a subscription. If you enjoy learning your tools, it is rewarding; if you want appliances that just work, stick with the mainstream picks.
Should I buy one quality speaker or several cheaper ones for whole-home audio?
The answer depends on where you actually listen. One strong speaker like the Nest Audio delivers far better music than three small pucks in rooms you rarely occupy, and playing to a single room always sounds cleaner than multi-room syncing across mixed hardware. But voice assistants are about proximity — a command only works if a microphone can hear you, so coverage matters for lights, timers, and intercom-style features. The practical split I would recommend: put your best speaker where music happens, then distribute inexpensive units like Echo Dots to hallways, bedrooms, and offices purely as control points. The Nest Audio 3-Pack conveniently solves both goals if music matters throughout the house.
Conclusion
After comparing all eight options, the right choice comes down to what kind of household is asking. Best overall goes to the Amazon Echo Show 5 — its screen, Alexa+ design, and improved bass make it the most versatile single device for controlling a smart home, checking cameras, and casual listening. Best value is the Echo Dot (4th Gen), whose built-in smart home hub makes it a foundation piece rather than just a speaker, and the obvious first purchase for anyone starting from zero. Best premium pick is the Gemini Home Speaker, which pushes conversational AI further than anything else in this lineup and suits buyers who want the most capable assistant experience available.
For specific needs: beginners should start with the Echo Spot, whose alarm-clock form factor and friendly screen make it the least intimidating entry point. Music-first households get the most from the Nest Audio 3-Pack, the clear audio winner for whole-home coverage. Privacy-conscious tinkerers should choose the Third Reality Dev Edition and its fully local Home Assistant platform. And two products deserve a pass: the Google Home South Korea model is region-locked for most buyers, and the Tapo P210M is an excellent smart outlet but not a voice assistant — buy it only as a companion to one of the hubs above.
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