Is the Amazon Echo Hub worth it for smart home control?

Approximate price: The Amazon Echo Hub usually makes sense around $120–$180 new, with good deals often in the $100–$130 range. If you’re buying used or open-box, a fair target is often about $80–$120.

Worth it? Yes—if your smart home is already Alexa-heavy and you want a dedicated, always-available control panel for lights, locks, cameras, thermostats, routines, and scenes. It’s a strong fit for a kitchen, hallway, mudroom, or entryway where multiple people need quick touch access.

Not worth it if you want a general-purpose tablet, better speakers, or a platform-neutral dashboard. In those cases, a tablet dashboard or Home Assistant setup can be better value.

Bottom line: buy the Echo Hub if you want a clean Alexa-first wall/tabletop controller; skip it if you’re not committed to Alexa. Prices change often, so check sold/completed listings before buying.