{"id":3852,"date":"2026-04-22T01:40:27","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T22:40:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/?p=3852"},"modified":"2026-04-22T01:40:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T22:40:27","slug":"difference-amazon-echo-tap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Difference Between Amazon Echo and Tap? &#8211; Which is Better? Full Overview"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a034bf7bbaa9\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a034bf7bbaa9\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Amazon_Echo_Review_%E2%80%93_Robust_with_Great_Sound_Quality\" >Amazon Echo Review &#8211; Robust with Great Sound Quality<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Benefits_of_Amazon_Echo\" >Benefits of Amazon Echo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Factors_to_Consider_Before_you_Decide_to_Buy_Amazon_Echo\" >Factors to Consider Before you Decide to Buy Amazon Echo<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Dimensions_and_Weight\" >Dimensions and Weight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Color_Options\" >Color Options<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Speakers_and_Sound_Quality\" >Speakers and Sound Quality&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Price\" >Price<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#What_Do_the_Customers_Think\" >What Do the Customers Think?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Best_Multi-Purpose_Smart_Home_Device\" >Best Multi-Purpose Smart Home Device<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Amazon_Tap_Review_%E2%80%93_Compact_and_Portable\" >Amazon Tap Review &#8211; Compact and Portable<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Benefits_of_Amazon_Tap\" >Benefits of Amazon Tap<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Factors_to_Consider_Before_you_Decide_to_Buy_Amazon_Tap\" >Factors to Consider Before you Decide to Buy Amazon Tap<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Dimensions_and_Weight-2\" >Dimensions and Weight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Color_Options-2\" >Color Options<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Speakers_and_Sound_Quality-2\" >Speakers and Sound Quality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Price-2\" >Price<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#What_Do_the_Customers_Think-2\" >What Do the Customers Think?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Best_Portable_Smart_Device\" >Best Portable Smart Device<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Echo_Devices_%E2%80%93_Buyers_Guide\" >Echo Devices &#8211; Buyers\u2019 Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Dimensions_and_Weight-3\" >Dimensions and Weight&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Color_Options-3\" >Color Options&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Speakers_and_Sound_Quality-3\" >Speakers and Sound Quality&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Price-3\" >Price<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/difference-amazon-echo-tap\/#Final_Verdict\" >Final Verdict<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>With the great success of <strong>Amazon Echo<\/strong>, Amazon has now expanded its smart home devices range through the addition of the Amazon Tap.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In essence, the<strong> Amazon Tap<\/strong> provides all the features you would get with the Amazon Echo but in a smaller form factor and a cheaper deal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this post, we will compare the <strong>Amazon Echo and Tap<\/strong> to figure out their strengths and weaknesses and determine which smart home device is best for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Features<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Amazon Echo<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Amazon Tap<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Dimensions and weight<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5.7 inches x 5.7 inches x 5.2 inches, 2.13 pounds<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">6.2 inches x 2.6 inches x 2.6 inches, 1.1 pounds<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Color options<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Available in three colors: Charcoal, Glacier White and Twilight Blue<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Black but colored cases are available (sold separately)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Speakers and sound quality<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3.0-inch woofer and dual front-firing 0.8-inch tweeters, better sound quality<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2 x 1.5-inch drivers with 2 x passive radiators for bass, lower sound quality<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Price<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Comparatively higher<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Comparatively lower<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you have some idea of what each smart home device from Amazon has to offer, let\u2019s delve deeper to see how they perform compared to each other.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Amazon_Echo_Review_%E2%80%93_Robust_with_Great_Sound_Quality\"><\/span>Amazon Echo Review &#8211; Robust with Great Sound Quality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-12-399x410.png\" alt=\"portable Bluetooth speaker other echo devices vs echo dual stereo speakers smart home technology smart technology microphone button micro USB port audio output\" class=\"wp-image-3854\" width=\"200\" height=\"205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-12-399x410.png 399w, https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-12-146x150.png 146w, https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-12.png 683w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size is-style-fill has-normal-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3F2BsOJ\" style=\"border-radius:1px;background-color:#179ab6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check for Best Price<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While the first generation of the Amazon Echo was fairly bulky, the latest (4th) generation has a <strong>fairly small form factor <\/strong>and its aesthetic allows it to easily blend in with your home\u2019s surroundings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In many cases, the Amazon Echo is mainly bought as a <strong>Bluetooth speaker <\/strong>and in that aspect, it certainly does deliver. The <strong>sound quality is crisp<\/strong> and the Echo can be extremely loud without the sound distorting in any way whatsoever.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, of course, you have the <strong>Alexa app<\/strong> which can help you with countless things around the house. It\u2019s especially useful for individuals with mobility issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Pros<\/th><th>Cons<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td> \u2022 360-degree sound<br> \u2022 Great build quality<br> \u2022 Versatile<br> \u2022 Compact<br> \u2022 Affordable<\/td><td> \u2022 The microphone has a fairly small range; Does not work if you\u2019re in another room<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Amazon_Echo\"><\/span>Benefits of Amazon Echo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Amazon Echo is mainly designed as a stay-at-home speaker and in that regard, it does its job extremely well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it\u2019s in \u201c<strong>always listening<\/strong>\u201d mode, it\u2019s constantly on standby waiting for voice commands from you. When in this mode, its battery can last up to <strong>eight hours<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to continuous music playback, it can last <strong>four hours <\/strong>on a full charge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from <strong>voice commands<\/strong> that can help you control different aspects of your smart home, you can ask Alexa pretty much anything.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can also take notes and can even call anyone you want from your contacts; All through voice commands.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Amazon\u2019s smart devices have been praised to<strong> help disabled individuals<\/strong> around the house with controlling smart home equipment as well as to get in touch with other individuals who can help them out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Amazon Echo has <strong>great speakers <\/strong>which provide <strong>360-degree sound.<\/strong> It\u2019s great for listening to music around the house as well as for when you\u2019re at a party with friends.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_to_Consider_Before_you_Decide_to_Buy_Amazon_Echo\"><\/span>Factors to Consider Before you Decide to Buy Amazon Echo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dimensions_and_Weight\"><\/span><strong>Dimensions and Weight<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to size and weight, the Amazon Echo is built to be a stay-at-home device.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>It\u2019s not meant to be carried around which is why it\u2019s not built to be extremely portable.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a smart home device, however, its form factor and weight are pretty much perfect. It\u2019s small enough to not be a nuisance by taking up space and it fits in well with most home interiors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Color_Options\"><\/span><strong>Color Options<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Amazon Echo is available in three different color options:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Charcoal&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li>Glacier <strong>White&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li>Twilight <strong>Blue&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re personally partial to the dreamy aesthetic of the Twilight Blue version but of course, you\u2019re free to choose whatever version <strong>fits best with your home\u2019s surroundings.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Speakers_and_Sound_Quality\"><\/span><strong>Speakers and Sound Quality&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Amazon Echo boasts a <strong>3.0-inch woofer <\/strong>and dual front-firing <strong>0.8-inch tweeters, <\/strong>this ensures a full and deep sound signature which is great for all types of music.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#179ab6\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:26px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:8px\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\"><em>Not only can it be extremely loud but the sound does not get distorted or warped at all even when you play it at 100% volume.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:8px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s the perfect Bluetooth speaker for playing music in your home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Price\"><\/span><strong>Price<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can currently buy the Amazon Echo for <strong>$59.99 <\/strong>which is a fairly generous price for a smart home device.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You normally pay more than that for a Bluetooth speaker and remember that the Amazon Echo gives you the functionality of a Bluetooth speaker along with <em>so much more.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Do_the_Customers_Think\"><\/span>What Do the Customers Think?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Amazon Echo is an extremely popular device and it\u2019s easy to see why when you read the reviews for it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>It has a <\/strong><strong><em>4.7 out of 5 stars rating<\/em><\/strong><strong> on Amazon with <\/strong><strong><em>over 82,000 total ratings<\/em><\/strong><strong>.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People are extremely impressed by how well it\u2019s able to pick up their voices even when they\u2019re quite far away from it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only that but it\u2019s smart enough to know what you ask for even if your phrase is not the clearest.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here are some reviews we found online:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/8JR-MXBDLu66ctkcBrcOaKO4bd7wPiyJV62XEFmo6DR7JC-R5QJiBssRgb9Cafq-2bk6qKsOGPhGm9DsGJ0DpngCbc_VN1aPmIGNZeWbBaV2fL-x0j_bZN7orBnkXECsUzlT3gLS\" alt=\"vs echo dual stereo speakers microphone button voice control original echo smart home controller voice recognition play music built speaker activate Alexa new echo wi fi\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/N8oy-j9GLUxodvijpqTp9IRCHirtMFM6CjOo3YD9nRtYcoLybrwiBZylamR5QRIvPVTPCqS97X_vjzZnt2vsZ3o7i1u0LLnVvGAl6c3hKB2i8ovd60b3ocdUSD_lIHxIgoujRxy2\" alt=\"original echo voice recognition built-in speaker wi fi larger echo power button dual-band tap button main differences always on other rooms favorite music main differences\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Multi-Purpose_Smart_Home_Device\"><\/span>Best Multi-Purpose Smart Home Device<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The best multi-purpose smart home device is the <\/em><strong><em>Amazon Echo <\/em><\/strong><em>thanks to the Alexa app and its many capabilities. It\u2019s not only great if you want to play music but can also do a ton of other tasks such as taking notes, calling friends, answering general questions, and much more.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Amazon_Tap_Review_%E2%80%93_Compact_and_Portable\"><\/span>Amazon Tap Review &#8211; Compact and Portable<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-11-257x410.png\" alt=\"music full range difference Alexa devices dot Alexa connect music audio Alexa best amazon plugged news plugged Alexa difference dot plugged Alexa news speaker\" class=\"wp-image-3853\" width=\"193\" height=\"308\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-11-257x410.png 257w, https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-11-94x150.png 94w, https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/image-11.png 580w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 193px) 100vw, 193px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size is-style-fill has-normal-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01133ZTQM\/\" style=\"border-radius:1px;background-color:#179ab6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check for Best Price<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can think of the Amazon Tap as the <strong>more rugged and portable version<\/strong> of the Amazon Echo.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It features a <strong>much sturdier build<\/strong> but despite being sturdy, it\u2019s also <strong>extremely lightweight.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This makes it <strong>great for outdoor use<\/strong> and highly suitable for individuals who are always on the go.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In accordance with the type of product it is, the Amazon Tap can do many things you would need when you&#8217;re outdoors (or when you\u2019re coming back home).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>For example, it can automatically open your garage door when you return home with it.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, it has a <strong>great battery life of up to nine hours<\/strong> which ensures it does not die on you when you\u2019re outside.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Pros<\/th><th>Cons<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2022 Long battery life<br>\u2022 Easy to set up<br>\u2022 Compact and lightweight<br>\u2022 Extremely sturdy<br>\u2022 Budget-friendly<\/td><td>\u2022 Lower-quality speakers<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Amazon_Tap\"><\/span>Benefits of Amazon Tap<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Amazon Tap has been designed to be <strong>your companion when you\u2019re in the great outdoors.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As opposed to the Amazon Echo which is a stay-at-home device, the Amazon Tap was built with <strong>portability<\/strong> in mind.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s<strong> extremely lightweight<\/strong> so you won\u2019t even feel it in your bag. However, it doesn\u2019t feel cheap in any way. In fact, it\u2019s built from <strong>sturdy material<\/strong> which ensures it can handle the outdoors with ease.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We mentioned above how it is <strong>optimized to help you out when you\u2019re outside<\/strong> (like how it can open your garage door).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other than that, it also gives you<strong> updates about the weather <\/strong>of the destination where you are heading to in addition to many other helpful features.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_to_Consider_Before_you_Decide_to_Buy_Amazon_Tap\"><\/span>Factors to Consider Before you Decide to Buy Amazon Tap<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dimensions_and_Weight-2\"><\/span><strong>Dimensions and Weight<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned earlier, the Amazon Tap is built for portability. Hence, its form factor and weight are much lower than that of the Amazon Echo.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is <strong>much lighter at 1.1 pounds <\/strong>compared to the 2.1 pounds of the Amazon Echo.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, its small size ensures you can fit it in any bag you want.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Color_Options-2\"><\/span><strong>Color Options<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>While the Amazon Tap itself only comes in Black, you can buy a carrying case for it for even more convenience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>These carrying cases come in a variety of different color options<\/strong> and designs that you can get either officially from Amazon or from third-party manufacturers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Speakers_and_Sound_Quality-2\"><\/span><strong>Speakers and Sound Quality<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Naturally, Amazon had to make some compromises in order to make the Amazon Tap so lightweight.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In this case, that compromise came in the form of its speakers.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Amazon Tap\u2019s speakers (while still fairly solid) are not comparable to the Amazon Echo\u2019s speakers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They\u2019re still fairly loud and are serviceable for when you\u2019re outside but the difference is night and day when you listen to the Amazon Echo\u2019s sound and then listen to the Amazon Tap.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Price-2\"><\/span><strong>Price<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The price was<strong> $129.99<\/strong> when it was introduced but today, you can get a certified, refurbished Amazon Tap for as low as <strong>$50<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This price for the portable Amazon Tap is an incredible bargain, in our opinion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Do_the_Customers_Think-2\"><\/span>What Do the Customers Think?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can only get a refurbished version of Amazon Tap now since Amazon does not make new ones anymore.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This can be a turnoff for a lot of customers but the ones who bought it were extremely impressed by its quality and how they couldn\u2019t even tell that it was refurbished. The unit looked absolutely new.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here are some reviews we found on Amazon for the Amazon Tap:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/CmQLZTYddV-6s5h2MKbS2mP9ctsbOYkTvTt_DQsqlReM4upIfUpvzlBWjvOt5_J_1XkYk9UpX1mObL-5tgh9ptPh1Io6rYHwiR0GnOrjuNLe1pO5i5klKCHEH2Udkfwn--KLhFOD\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/DG2Z4hsF-uS2pgsGcYL53yWZZuYrC28AktySs6IKsUaChgxoqR_ucsxaGW0P28V9LJLIie01-02kmhjhanSv908DOhxp9LbJGbudVgKR41Ai1bN4uyCnOrR0kO_1xTGAffkHECbl\" alt=\"what is the difference between amazon echo and tap\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Portable_Smart_Device\"><\/span>Best Portable Smart Device<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The best portable smart device is the <\/em><strong><em>Amazon Tap <\/em><\/strong><em>thanks to its lightweight, small form factor, and sturdy build quality. You can carry it with you anywhere you go and it also has a long battery life which can make it last for up to nine hours on a full charge.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/what-is-the-difference-between-amazon-echo-and-tap-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"what is the difference between amazon echo and tap\" class=\"wp-image-3857\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/what-is-the-difference-between-amazon-echo-and-tap-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/what-is-the-difference-between-amazon-echo-and-tap-615x410.jpg 615w, https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/what-is-the-difference-between-amazon-echo-and-tap-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/what-is-the-difference-between-amazon-echo-and-tap-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/what-is-the-difference-between-amazon-echo-and-tap-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/rebatekey.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/what-is-the-difference-between-amazon-echo-and-tap.jpg 1620w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Echo_Devices_%E2%80%93_Buyers_Guide\"><\/span>Echo Devices &#8211; Buyers\u2019 Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dimensions_and_Weight-3\"><\/span>Dimensions and Weight&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before buying a smart home technology speaker for your home, it\u2019s a good idea to consider how much space you have and what you\u2019ll be using it for.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have a ton of space, then opting for the <strong>Amazon Echo Dot <\/strong>might be a good idea since it\u2019s extremely small and highly lightweight.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Amazon Tap <\/strong>is also a good contender if you want something portable with good battery life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you want smart speakers solely to control smart home equipment and to do other tasks around the house, then the <strong>Amazon Echo <\/strong>is definitely your best bet.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Color_Options-3\"><\/span>Color Options&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Amazon smart speakers don\u2019t come with a ton of color options but they are versatile enough that you can choose a decent option to fit into your home\u2019s surroundings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Amazon Echo is available in Charcoal, White, and Blue while the Echo Dot comes in Charcoal and White.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Amazon Tap is Black but you can get carry cases for it that come in all sorts of different colors and designs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Speakers_and_Sound_Quality-3\"><\/span>Speakers and Sound Quality&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for the best sound quality, then opting for the <strong>Amazon Echo <\/strong>is definitely your best choice.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you don\u2019t care too much about audio quality and want compactness and portability, then opting for the <strong>Echo Dot or the Amazon Tap<\/strong> might be the right move.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Price-3\"><\/span>Price<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Echo Dot and the refurbished Amazon Tap<\/strong> are much cheaper than the <strong>Amazon Echo.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hence, if you can\u2019t spend too much, then opting for the former two options is definitely your best option.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you can spend the money, then the Amazon Echo is definitely the most high-quality option there is out of all the Amazon smart speakers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Verdict\"><\/span>Final Verdict<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This brings us to the end of our post for the differences between the Amazon Echo and Amazon Tap.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope you now have a better grip on what makes these two smart speakers so different from each other.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which Amazon device do you prefer? 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