Quick verdict on Echo Show 10 vs Echo Show 11: buy the Echo Show 11. It replaced the Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) in late 2025 and has a sharper Full HD screen, newer smart home radios and a lower list price than the Show 10 had at launch. Only consider the Show 10 if you specifically want its motorized screen that turns to follow you, and only at a clear discount, such as a refurbished unit.
How we put this guide together: written by Imran Hasan Sany for TopSmartGear, based on Amazon’s published specs, retailer listings and TechRadar’s Echo Show 11 review. We have not tested the Echo Show 11 hands-on. Read how we review.
Echo Show 10 vs Echo Show 11 at a glance
| Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) | Echo Show 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2021 | November 2025 |
| Screen | 10.1″, 1280 x 800 | 11″, 1920 x 1200 (Full HD) |
| Moving screen | Yes, turns to follow you | No, fixed screen |
| Camera | 13 MP with a sliding shutter | 13 MP with auto-framing and zoom, no sliding shutter |
| Speakers | Two 1″ tweeters and a 3″ woofer | 2.8″ woofer and two full-range drivers, spatial audio |
| Smart home | Zigbee hub, Matter over Wi-Fi | Zigbee hub, Thread border router, Matter; Wi-Fi 6E |
| Alexa+ | Supported | Supported, designed for it |
What changed with the Echo Show 11
A sharper, bigger screen
The Show 11’s 11-inch screen runs at 1920 x 1200, compared with 1280 x 800 on the Show 10. Recipes, photos and video calls look noticeably crisper, and the thinner bezels give you more screen in a smaller body.
No more moving screen
The Show 10’s signature feature was a motor that turned the screen to face you as you moved around a room. The Show 11 drops this. Instead, its camera auto-frames you during video calls. If you cook while on calls and liked the screen following you, this is the one thing you lose.
Better smart home support
Both have a built-in Zigbee hub, so they can set up Zigbee bulbs and sensors without a separate bridge. The Show 11 adds a Thread radio as well, which more new Matter locks, sensors and switches use. If you’re building a smart home from scratch in 2026, that makes the Show 11 the safer long-term choice.
Privacy controls
Both have a button to turn off the microphones and camera. The Show 10 also has a physical slider that covers the lens; the Show 11 doesn’t, so you rely on the button or settings instead.
Alexa+ on both
Amazon’s newer Alexa+ assistant works on both displays. It’s free with Amazon Prime; without Prime it’s a monthly subscription. The standard Alexa remains free on both devices.
Echo Show 10 vs Echo Show 11: who should buy which
- Buy the Echo Show 11 if you want the best screen, the newest smart home radios and a device that will get updates for longest. It has been discounted well below list price in past Amazon sales.
- Consider the Echo Show 10 only if you really want the moving screen, and you find it refurbished or used for well under the Show 11’s sale price. Many stores no longer sell it new.
- Consider the Echo Show 8 (2025) if the Show 11 is too big or too expensive. It shares the Show 11’s design and audio with a smaller screen.
- Want something for a bedside table? See our Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) review.
Black Friday tip
Echo Show displays are usually discounted during Amazon’s big sales. If you see an Echo Show 10 at a low price, compare it with the Show 11’s sale price first: an older model is only a deal if it’s clearly cheaper. We’ll post prices on our Black Friday smart home deals page from November 20.
New to Echo? Start with our Echo setup guide, then try a few useful Alexa routines.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Echo Show 10 discontinued?
Amazon released the Echo Show 11 as its replacement in November 2025, and many major retailers no longer stock the Show 10 new. You may still find it refurbished or from third-party sellers.
Will my Echo Show 10 keep working?
Yes. It still works with Alexa, supports Alexa+, and can keep controlling your smart home. There is no need to replace a Show 10 you already own.
Can the Echo Show 11 show my security cameras?
Yes. Like other Echo Show displays, it can show feeds from Ring, Blink and other compatible cameras.
Does the Echo Show 11 have a camera shutter?
No. Unlike the Show 10, it has no sliding lens cover. You turn the camera and microphones off with a button or in settings.
