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Series

Echo Dot1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Amazon sells it as part of the Echo Dot line. It is a larger and pricier model than the Echo Dot (5th Gen).

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

MA49CA2Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.co.uk/csad/help/node/TPx5qo6zqds5Hoyjo3Read 20 October 2026Amazon Safety and Compliance for Echo Dot Max (UK version): model number MA49CA. The US version of the page lists the same model.

G99E5, GA10554-US, GA10556-US, GA09978-US, GA10555-US7Maker product pagesupport.google.com/product-documentation/answer/7055908Read 21 October 2026Speakers and displays safety and regulatory guide, Google Home Speaker: US, Canadian, EU and Japanese statements give model number G99E5. The retailer SKUs are GA10554-US Hazel, GA10556-US Berry, GA09978-US Porcelain and GA10555-US Jade. Other regions use other suffixes, such as GA10554-AU.11Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/google-home-speaker-smart-speaker-with-gemini-for-home-voice-assistant-and-360-degree-sound-berry/J39TC8JG74Read 21 October 2026Best Buy US lists Berry as model GA10556-US, SKU 6642296. Best Buy Canada lists Hazel as G99E5.12Retailer pageabt.com/Google-Home-Smart-Speaker-with-Gemini-in-Hazel-GA10554US/p/249094.htmlRead 21 October 2026Abt lists Hazel as GA10554-US. GA09978-US (Porcelain) and GA10555-US (Jade) come from retailer listings in search results (SHI, ADI Global) that block normal fetches. The numbers follow the same sequence as the confirmed Hazel and Berry numbers.

GTIN / EAN

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840353926257, 84035392619612Retailer pageabt.com/Google-Home-Smart-Speaker-with-Gemini-in-Hazel-GA10554US/p/249094.htmlRead 21 October 2026Abt lists UPC 840353926257 for Hazel GA10554-US. The Porcelain UPC 840353926196 comes from an SHI listing for GA09978-US seen in search results. SHI blocks normal fetches.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

30 September 20256Press releaseaboutamazon.ca/news/devices/amazon-unveils-its-all-new-echo-lineup-with-premium-audio-and-striking-designRead 20 October 2026Amazon's 2025 devices event, 30 September 2025. The Canadian CAD price on that page is not stored.

1 October 20255Press releaseblog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/google-nest/new-nest-cams-home-speaker-walmartRead 21 October 2026Google blog, 1 October 2025: introducing the new Google Home Speaker, to launch in spring 2026 for $99.99. 9to5Google says it was teased earlier at the August 2025 Made by Google event. The blog post is stored as the announcement.

Status

Available1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Amazon US lists the Echo Dot Max (2025 release) for sale. Amethyst, Glacier White and Graphite are the color options, with a Stereo (Pack of 2) option.

Available3Maker product pagestore.google.com/product/google_home_speakerRead 21 October 2026The Google Store US page lists the speaker at $99.99 with a buy option in October 2026.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen)8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: the Echo Dot (5th Gen) is the predecessor to the Echo Dot Max. Amazon prices the Max higher, so the 5th Gen stays on sale next to it.

Google Nest Audio15Reviewsoundguys.com/google-home-speaker-review-158755Read 21 October 2026Review: the Google Home Speaker is the successor to the Nest Audio, which Google recently ended. Engadget says it replaces the Nest Audio, and RTINGS calls it the spiritual successor.

SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$99.995Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-new-echo-devices-alexa-plusRead 20 October 2026Amazon announcement: Echo Dot Max is $99.99 in the US. US prices exclude sales tax.

$99.993Maker product pagestore.google.com/product/google_home_speakerRead 21 October 2026The page lists $99.99. This matches the launch price in the Google blog post of 17 June 2026. US prices exclude sales tax.4Press releaseblog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/google-nest/google-home-speaker-gemini-featuresRead 21 October 2026$99.99 in the US.11Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/google-home-speaker-smart-speaker-with-gemini-for-home-voice-assistant-and-360-degree-sound-berry/J39TC8JG74Read 21 October 2026Best Buy lists $99.99, the same as the maker price.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€109.9911Reviewmobiflip.de/amazon-echo-dot-max-test/ampRead 20 October 2026German test: the Echo Dot Max costs 109.99 EUR at market start, which includes VAT. hifi.de gives the same list price of 109.99 EUR. The German sale started after the US sale.12Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-dot-max-test-252742Read 20 October 2026Spec table: list price 109.99 EUR, street price about 90 EUR. Germany, VAT included.

€119.999Maker product pagestore.google.com/fr/product/google_home_speakerRead 21 October 2026Google Store France lists 119,99 EUR. The stores in Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Belgium and Austria list the same price. Germany is not among the launch countries, so no German maker price exists. The price includes VAT. IT Daily reports 119.99 EUR including VAT at launch.13Reviewitdaily.com/reviews/workplace/google-home-speaker-reviewRead 21 October 2026The review names 119.99 euros including VAT.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, GB, DE9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026UK review with a UK price of about 100 GBP.11Reviewmobiflip.de/amazon-echo-dot-max-test/ampRead 20 October 2026German price and sale. hifi.de's test of 28 December 2025 lists German retailers.

US, CA, GB, IE, FR, ES, IT, NL, DK, NO, SE, FI, BE, CH, AT, JP, AU, NZ10Press article9to5google.com/2026/06/17/google-home-speaker-launchRead 21 October 2026Pre-orders from 17 June 2026 in 18 countries: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, Japan, Australia and New Zealand.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Graphite, Glacier White, Amethyst1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Color selector: Amethyst, Glacier White, Graphite. Retailer and review pages use the same three names.

Hazel, Porcelain, Jade, Berry1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026Hazel, Porcelain, Jade and Berry. The sheet says color availability varies by region and channel. The Google Store and press say Jade and Berry are sold only on the US Google Store.2Maker product pagesupport.google.com/googlehome/answer/7072284Read 21 October 2026Hazel, Porcelain, Berry (US only), Jade (US only).4Press releaseblog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/google-nest/google-home-speaker-gemini-featuresRead 21 October 2026Hazel, Porcelain, Jade (US exclusive) and Berry (US exclusive).10Press article9to5google.com/2026/06/17/google-home-speaker-launchRead 21 October 2026Porcelain and Hazel worldwide. Jade and Berry only on the US Google Store.

Speaker typeiHome covers speakers made to stay in one place, including smart speakers. A speaker with Wi-Fi or a voice assistant can be of any type.

Home1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026The page sells it for living rooms and medium-sized spaces. It runs from a power adapter and has no battery, so it is a home speaker.

Home2Maker product pagesupport.google.com/googlehome/answer/7072284Read 21 October 2026The speaker has no battery and must be plugged into a wall outlet. It is sold as a smart speaker for the home, so it is a home speaker.

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Audio channelsiSound channels reproduced by one speaker. Pairing two speakers for stereo is separate.

Mono1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details: Playback Channels is Two-way mono. SoundGuys confirms one mono speaker that pairs for stereo.8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: a mono speaker. You can pair two together for stereo.

Mono14Measurementrtings.com/speaker/reviews/google/home-speakerRead 21 October 2026RTINGS review of 27 August 2026 lists as a con that the speaker downmixes stereo content to mono. It has one driver.

Audio driversiPowered audio transducers in one speaker. Passive radiators are counted separately. Circular diameter and rectangular width and height have separate columns. Per-driver power must state continuous or RMS basis and battery or mains operation in the source note.

AAmazon Echo Dot Max

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Woofer	1	63.5
Tweeter	1	20.32

Source1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details: 1x 0.8 inch tweeter, 1x 2.5 inch woofer. Stored as the exact metric conversion of the maker's inches. Reviewers round them to 64 mm and 20 mm. Per-driver power is not published.9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: a 0.8 in tweeter and 2.5 in woofer. The woofer fires upwards and slightly rearwards and the tweeter fires forwards and down.10Reviewtechradar.com/home/smart-home-hubs/echo-dot-max-review-amazons-best-mid-range-speaker-but-not-by-muchRead 20 October 2026Review: a single 20mm tweeter and a 6cm woofer. This is a rounded figure and the maker's inches are used for the diameter.

BGoogle Home Speaker (2026)

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Omni-directional full-range driver	1	58

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026Driver: omni-directional sound with 58 mm full-range driver. Driver power is not published.15Reviewsoundguys.com/google-home-speaker-review-158755Read 21 October 2026Review: a single 58 mm full-range driver with no dedicated tweeter.

Passive radiatorsiPassive, unpowered bass radiators. Excludes powered drivers.

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Rated audio poweriMaker-published total rated continuous audio output. Battery power is used for portable speakers when mains and battery ratings differ. Peak marketing power is separate.

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Rated audio power on mainsiTotal rated continuous audio output with external power. Store a separate battery rating when the maker publishes both.

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Audio output power (unspecified rating)iMaker- or reviewer-published audio output power whose continuous or peak rating basis is not stated. This is separate from rated continuous output and explicitly published peak output.

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Peak audio poweriExplicitly published peak audio output. Never substitute for rated continuous output.

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Frequency response lower limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

53Hz1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details list Audio Bandwidth as 53 Hz to 16 kHz at volume 6. No tolerance is published. This is the acoustic bandwidth, not a Bluetooth range.

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Frequency response upper limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

16kHz1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Audio Bandwidth 53 Hz to 16 kHz at volume 6. See the lower limit note.

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Signal-to-noise ratio (claimed)

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Adjustable equalizeriUser-adjustable frequency bands. Selecting fixed sound presets alone does not qualify.

Yes8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: a simple three-band EQ for bass, midrange and treble in the Alexa app.9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: the Alexa app has an equaliser, group options and a stereo pair for two Echo Dot Max.

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Equalizer bandsiNumber of user-adjustable frequency bands. Do not count sound presets.

38Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Three bands: bass, midrange, treble.

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Automatic sound adjustmentiAdjusts audio to placement or playback conditions. Keep the named feature and conditions in the source note.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details: Audio Signal Processing lists Automatic Room Adaptation. The feature bullets say it adapts to your space and fine-tunes playback.5Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-new-echo-devices-alexa-plusRead 20 October 2026Sound automatically adapts to your space.7Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-echo-dot-max-echo-studio-sound-quality-bassRead 20 October 2026The device analyzes what it plays, detects how the room changes the sound and rebalances its output without manual calibration.

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Sound modesiNamed playback modes. Battery extension modes are also qualified in battery source notes.

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Wireless stereo pairingiTwo compatible speakers can play separate left and right channels.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Feature bullets: pairs with a second Echo Dot Max for richer sound. The Stereo (Pack of 2) option sells two.3Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.com/csad/help/node/GZRS8FRPWWFPPZ63Read 20 October 2026Compatible Echo Devices for Stereo Pairs: the Echo Dot Max pairs with another Echo Dot Max or with an Echo Sub.8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: pair two Echo Dot Max for proper stereo.9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: form a stereo pair with two of these speakers.12Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-dot-max-test-252742Read 20 October 2026Spec table: stereo mode available with a second speaker.

Yes6Maker product pagesupport.google.com/googlehome/answer/7559493Read 21 October 2026Pair Google smart speakers for stereo sound lists Google Home Speaker (2026). Both speakers must be the same model and in the same room. A stereo pair also works as audio for a Google TV Streamer.15Reviewsoundguys.com/google-home-speaker-review-158755Read 21 October 2026Review: two units can pair with the Google TV Streamer only for stereo home theater audio, which Google says is software only. Google's support page lists stereo pairing of two Google Home Speakers for music.

Speaker link protocolsiNamed systems for linking compatible speakers, such as PartyBoost, Auracast or Party Connect. Linking support does not establish compatibility across all models.

Alexa Multi-Room Music, Alexa Home Theater4Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.com/csad/help/node/GYYMWGZJUK28FEN6Read 20 October 2026Alexa Home Theater Device Compatibility Guide: the Echo Dot Max works with Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) and Fire TV Stick 4K models in Configuration 1.5Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-new-echo-devices-alexa-plusRead 20 October 2026Up to five Echo Studio or Echo Dot Max devices work with compatible Fire TV sticks for surround sound through Alexa Home Theater.

Google Home speaker groups3Maker product pagestore.google.com/product/google_home_speakerRead 21 October 2026Speaker groups feature: group the speaker with other Nest speakers, Nest displays and Google Cast-enabled devices to play music through the home. No maximum group size is published.

Max linked speakersiPublished maximum in a speaker group. A stereo pair is recorded separately. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

54Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.com/csad/help/node/GYYMWGZJUK28FEN6Read 20 October 2026Configuration 1 allows up to five Echo speakers plus one Echo Sub. The five are Echo Dot Max or Echo Studio (2025 release) units and must match. This is the Alexa Home Theater group. No maximum is published for Multi-Room Music groups.

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Max Bluetooth group speakersiPublished maximum speakers in one Bluetooth playback group, including the first speaker. Source notes name the compatible models or families, linking system and firmware requirements. Wi-Fi groups and concurrent Bluetooth source devices are excluded. A stereo pair alone does not establish the maximum when other Bluetooth linking systems are supported. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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Connectivity

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Bluetooth audio playbackiPlays audio streamed over Bluetooth from a phone or other source. Bluetooth used only for setup or app control does not count.

Yes8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026

Yes14Measurementrtings.com/speaker/reviews/google/home-speakerRead 21 October 2026Public header lists Bluetooth: Yes. SoundGuys confirms Bluetooth 5.4 with SBC for audio.15Reviewsoundguys.com/google-home-speaker-review-158755Read 21 October 2026Review: Bluetooth 5.4 limited to the SBC codec.

Bluetooth versioniVersion of the Bluetooth radio. Some Wi-Fi speakers use Bluetooth only for setup. See Bluetooth audio playback.

5.31Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details Bluetooth row: Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3. SoundGuys, Expert Reviews and hifi.de all name Bluetooth 5.3.12Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-dot-max-test-252742Read 20 October 2026Spec table: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.3.

5.41Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026Smart home connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4.7Maker product pagesupport.google.com/product-documentation/answer/7055908Read 21 October 2026The EU radio table lists Bluetooth at 2400 to 2483.5 MHz, which fits the sheet.

Bluetooth codecsiExplicitly supported receive codecs. Bluetooth version alone does not establish codecs.

SBC8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: Bluetooth audio uses only the SBC codec.

SBC15Reviewsoundguys.com/google-home-speaker-review-158755Read 21 October 2026Review: Bluetooth 5.4 limited to SBC.

Bluetooth profiles

A2DP, AVRCP1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Bluetooth row: A2DP audio streaming to the speaker and from the speaker to a Bluetooth speaker, and AVRCP for voice control of connected phones.

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Bluetooth LE AudioiExplicit LE Audio support. Bluetooth LE for app control alone does not qualify.

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AuracastiExplicit Auracast support. Sending, receiving and speaker-group roles belong in source notes.

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth source connections. Pairing memory and speaker-to-speaker linking do not qualify.

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Multipoint source devicesiMaximum concurrently connected Bluetooth source devices, not remembered pairings.

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Bluetooth range (claimed)iMaker-claimed Bluetooth range to the source device. Test conditions belong in the source note.

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Wi-FiiBuilt-in Wi-Fi, for audio streaming, setup or control.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details: Wi-Fi 6E (IEEE 802.11ax).

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026Smart home connectivity: Wi-Fi 6 802.11ax (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz).7Maker product pagesupport.google.com/product-documentation/answer/7055908Read 21 October 2026The EU radio table lists Wi-Fi at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.14Measurementrtings.com/speaker/reviews/google/home-speakerRead 21 October 2026Public header lists Wi-Fi: Yes.

Wi-Fi standardsiOne 802.11 name per item, such as 802.11ax. A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is 802.11ac and Wi-Fi 6 is 802.11ax. Older standards are listed only when a source names them.

802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11ac, 802.11ax1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026The page names IEEE 802.11ax. The Amazon compliance page lists 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax.2Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.co.uk/csad/help/node/TPx5qo6zqds5Hoyjo3Read 20 October 2026Wi-Fi standards 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, with 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands.

802.11ax1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026Only 802.11ax is named. Older standards are not listed because no maker source names them.

Network audio protocolsiNamed systems that stream audio to the speaker over the home network. AirPlay is written as AirPlay 2. Chromecast built-in is written as Google Cast. Other names follow the maker, such as Spotify Connect.

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Google Cast3Maker product pagestore.google.com/product/google_home_speakerRead 21 October 2026Speaker groups: the speaker can be grouped with other Nest speakers, Nest displays and Google Cast-enabled devices. The page does not use the words Chromecast built-in.

USB audio inputiPlayback from a connected computer or phone through USB. Charging, service ports and USB flash-drive playback do not qualify.

No8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: no wired inputs, including no 3.5mm jack, USB audio or Ethernet port.

No15Reviewsoundguys.com/google-home-speaker-review-158755Read 21 October 2026Review: no aux input or wired connections of any sort. The USB-C connection handles power only and there is no USB audio.

USB drive playbackiPlayback of audio files on a connected USB storage device.

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USB audio file formats

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PortsiPhysical speaker connectors. Record charging, audio input, power output and service roles separately. A shared microphone and guitar jack is one port. A combo jack that takes XLR and 6.35 mm plugs is 6.35 mm audio, and the role names XLR. Optical is a TOSLINK digital audio socket.

AAmazon Echo Dot Max

Connector	Count	Role
DC power	1	Power input for the included 22 W adapter (18 V DC, 1.23 A)

Source2Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.co.uk/csad/help/node/TPx5qo6zqds5Hoyjo3Read 20 October 2026No ports are listed on the page. The included adapter PA42EU is rated 100 to 240 V AC input and 18 V DC, 1.23 A, 22 W output. The device electrical rating is 18.0 V, 1.23 A. The power socket is confirmed by TechRadar.9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: no physical connections except the power. The 3.5 mm jack is absent.10Reviewtechradar.com/home/smart-home-hubs/echo-dot-max-review-amazons-best-mid-range-speaker-but-not-by-muchRead 20 October 2026Review: on the rear is a single power port, with no 3.5mm jack. PCWorld also describes a barrel-shaped power socket.

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Controls and software

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SpeakerphoneiBuilt-in microphone and call support, through a connected phone or a voice assistant's calling. A microphone used only for voice commands does not count. Microphone inputs for karaoke are separate.

Yes8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review FAQ: supports Alexa calling, including calls to other Alexa devices and the Alexa app. These calls run through Alexa, not through a phone over Bluetooth. Availability depends on region and account.

Yes14Measurementrtings.com/speaker/reviews/google/home-speakerRead 21 October 2026Public header lists Speakerphone: Yes. Detailed test results are members only.

Voice assistantsiVoice assistants explicitly usable through the speaker, such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri or Sonos Voice Control. State whether a connected phone is required.

Amazon Alexa, Alexa+1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Alexa is built in. The page says Designed for Alexa+. Alexa+ availability depends on country and account.

Gemini for Home1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026Technology: Gemini for Home and Voice Match. Needs the Google Home app, Wi-Fi and an internet connection. Features vary by country and language.16Reviewengadget.com/2200116/google-home-speaker-reviewRead 21 October 2026Review: the first Google speaker made for the Gemini for Home voice assistant.

Controls

Volume down button, Microphone off button, Volume up button, Tap gestures to pause music and snooze alarms8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: physical buttons for volume up, volume down and microphone mute, with the mute button in the middle. Tap gesture support through the accelerometer.9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: front controls to mute the mic and change volume, plus tap gestures to pause music or snooze an alarm.

Capacitive touch controls on top with three touch areas: right side raises the volume, left side lowers it, middle plays and pauses, Two-stage microphone mute switch on the bottom1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026Sensors: capacitive touch controls (3 touch areas). Microphones: 2-stage mic mute switch (hardware mute). Which area does what comes from Engadget and 9to5Google.16Reviewengadget.com/2200116/google-home-speaker-reviewRead 21 October 2026Review: tapping the left or right side adjusts the volume and tapping the middle pauses and resumes media playback.

Companion app

Amazon Alexa1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026System requirements: works with the Alexa app.

Google Home1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026The sheet lists Works with Google Home and the Google Home app.

App platforms

iOS, Android, Fire OS1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026System requirements: the Alexa app supports Fire OS, Android, iOS and web browsers. The web browser is not an app and is not stored.

iOS, Android1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026Supported operating systems for Google Home app: iOS, Android.

User firmware updates

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Built-in lightingiDecorative or ambient lighting. Status, battery, connection and microphone indicator LEDs alone do not qualify.

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Lighting modes

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Smart home

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Matter controlleriCan add and control Matter devices. Being a Matter device alone does not count.

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Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026Smart home compatibility: Works as a hub for Matter with Google Home.15Reviewsoundguys.com/google-home-speaker-review-158755Read 21 October 2026Review: a Thread border router with Matter support makes it a capable smart home hub.

Thread border routeriConnects Thread smart home devices to the home network.

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Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026Smart home connectivity: Thread 1.3 border router (2.4 GHz).7Maker product pagesupport.google.com/product-documentation/answer/7055908Read 21 October 2026The EU radio table lists a Thread radio at 2.4 GHz.15Reviewsoundguys.com/google-home-speaker-review-158755Read 21 October 2026Review: Thread border router with Matter support.

Zigbee hubiA built-in Zigbee radio that controls Zigbee smart home devices.

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Battery and charging

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Built-in battery

No8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review: no built-in battery. It runs on AC power only.

No2Maker product pagesupport.google.com/googlehome/answer/7072284Read 21 October 2026Google Nest and Home device specifications: the speakers listed do not come with a battery and must be plugged into a wall outlet.14Measurementrtings.com/speaker/reviews/google/home-speakerRead 21 October 2026Public header lists Battery Powered: No.

Playback time (claimed)iMaximum maker-claimed music playback on one charge in normal playback mode. Battery extension or reduced-bass boost modes belong in battery_life_boost_h. Record volume and lighting conditions in the source note.

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Playback with battery extension (claimed)iTotal claimed runtime with the named battery extension mode enabled. Store the total, not only the extra hours. Keep sound and lighting restrictions in the source note.

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Battery energyiPublished battery pack energy. Do not calculate from an assumed voltage.

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Battery capacityiPublished pack capacity at the voltage in battery_voltage_v. Do not substitute power-bank output capacity. A figure written per cell, such as 5000mAh*2, is not a pack capacity unless the maker states the pack figure.

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Nominal battery voltage

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Battery chemistry

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User-replaceable batteryiBattery that the maker documents as replaceable by the user. Service replacement does not qualify.

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Full charge timeiTime from discharged to full under the maker conditions. Adapter rating and simultaneous use belong in source notes.

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Quick charge duration

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Playback after quick chargeiClaimed music playback after quick_charge_min of charging. Source conditions apply.

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Charging input ratingiPublished speaker input voltage and current. An adapter rating alone does not establish device input.

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Max charging inputiPublished maximum charging input. USB audio power requirements and adapter output are separate.

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USB Power Delivery charging

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Charges other devices

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Max power-bank outputiPublished power delivered by the speaker to another device. Output voltage and current belong in the source note.

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Wireless chargingiThe speaker battery can be charged wirelessly. Wireless power output to another device is separate.

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Durability

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Dust and water ratingiExact published IP rating. Keep separate ratings, such as IP68 and IP69, as separate entries.

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Floats

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Drop resistanceiExplicit maker claim or defined drop test. Do not infer from rugged wording.

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Drop test heightiMaker-published tested height. Surface and conditions belong in source notes.

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Carry featuresiPublished handles, straps, carabiners or wheels.

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Measured

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Playback time (measured)iReviewer-measured playback per charge. Volume, lighting, sound mode, firmware and connection belong in the source note.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum SPL. Distance, test method and power source belong in source notes.

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured low-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured high-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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Audio latency (measured)iReviewer-measured source-to-speaker latency. Source device, app, codec, firmware and connection belong in source notes. App compensation may affect results.

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer-measured time from empty to full. Power adapter and method belong in the source note.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiSpeaker body width, height and depth on explicitly identified axes. Unlabeled tuples do not establish axis meanings. Handle, strap and orientation conditions belong in the source note.

Width108.7Height99.2Depth108.6mm(4.3 × 3.9 × 4.3 in)1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Size: 4.27 x 4.27 x 3.9 in (108.7 mm x 108.6 mm x 99.2 mm). The compare table labels it 4.27 in W x 4.27 in D x 3.9 in H, so width 108.7, depth 108.6 and height 99.2 mm. hifi.de labels the first two as width and height, which does not match Amazon's labels.

Width107Height86.6Depth107mm(4.2 × 3.4 × 4.2 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026Product dimensions for regions outside the US: 86.6 mm height x 107 mm diameter. The body is round, so width and depth are both the diameter.13Reviewitdaily.com/reviews/workplace/google-home-speaker-reviewRead 21 October 2026The review gives a diameter of 107 mm and a height of 86.6 mm, the same as the maker.

WeightiSpeaker mass including its battery. Excludes packaging, charger and removable carry accessories unless the source states otherwise.

505.3g(1.1 lb)1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Weight: 17.82 oz (505.3 g). The page notes that actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process. Expert Reviews, SoundGuys and hifi.de agree.8Reviewsoundguys.com/amazon-echo-dot-max-review-bigger-dot-better-hub-152545Read 20 October 2026Review spec table: 17.8 oz / 505.3 g.9Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/amazon-echo-dot-max-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review: 505.3 g.12Reviewhifi.de/test/amazon-echo-dot-max-test-252742Read 20 October 2026Spec table: 505 g.

396g(14 oz)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026Weight for regions outside the US: 396 g, speaker plus captive cable, without the power adapter. The US figure is 0.9 lb. The Google support specs page gives 408 g for the same 0.9 lb, which is a conversion of the rounded US figure. The sheet's 396 g is stored.2Maker product pagesupport.google.com/googlehome/answer/7072284Read 21 October 2026This page lists 0.9 lb (408 g) for the device and says the figures apply to US adapters. 408 g is the rounded US pound figure converted, so it is not stored. The spec sheet states 396 g.

Body materials

3D knit fabric7Press releaseaboutamazon.com/news/devices/amazon-echo-dot-max-echo-studio-sound-quality-bassRead 20 October 2026Amazon audio engineers: the exterior uses a new 3D knit fabric designed for acoustic transparency.

3D-knit fabric3Maker product pagestore.google.com/product/google_home_speakerRead 21 October 2026Crafted from 37% recycled materials and wrapped in a yarn made with a 3D knitting process.

Certifications

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FCC IDs

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SZG-G99E517Regulatory filingfccid.io/SZG-G99E5Read 21 October 2026FCC ID SZG-G99E5, grantee Weifang Goertek Electronics, product code G99E5, original equipment grant of 12 August 2025 with 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. G99E5 is the model number in Google's safety and regulatory guide for the Google Home Speaker. Goertek is the manufacturer.

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In the box

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In the box

Echo Dot Max (2025 release), Power adapter (22 W), Quick start guide1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Included in the box: Echo Dot Max (2025 release), power adapter (22 W) and quick start guide.

Google Home Speaker, Power adapter (30 W USB-C PD), 1.5 m captive power cable (connected to speaker), Quick start guide, Safety and warranty document1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026In the box: speaker, power adapter, 1.5 m captive power cable connected to the speaker, quick start guide, safety and warranty document. The adapter is listed as 30 W Type-C USB-PD PPS.

Links

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Product page

www.amazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQ1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Amazon US product page.

store.google.com/product/google_home_speaker3Maker product pagestore.google.com/product/google_home_speakerRead 21 October 2026Google Store US product page.

Spec sheet

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services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)services.google.com/fh/files/helpcenter/google_home_speaker_tech_specs_q2_26.pdfRead 21 October 2026Google Home Speaker Technical Specifications, April 2026 (file named q2_26).

Manual

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0D6SX8VLQRead 20 October 2026Technical Details: 1-year limited warranty and service included for the US. Optional 2 and 3-year extended warranties are sold separately.

1year8Maker product pagesupport.google.com/product-documentation/answer/9322027Read 21 October 2026Google Hardware Limited Warranty for the USA and Canada: one year from the date of original retail purchase for a new product, 90 days for a refurbished one. The Google Home Speaker safety guide points to the Google Hardware Warranty Center for its warranty.

Both are also in the API. Back to all wireless speakers.