Wired Rounds Up Best Alexa Smart Speakers for 2026

Wired has published a roundup of the best smart speakers that allow users to interact with Amazon's Alexa voice assistant. The list includes four top-rated devices for 2026.

The featured speakers include the Echo Dot Max, the Echo Dot, and the Echo Show 11, as noted in the publication's title. The roundup highlights the popular Echo Dot as well as the newest Echo Studio, according to the summary provided by the publication.

The guide focuses specifically on smart speakers that enable voice interaction with Alexa, Amazon's virtual assistant technology. The selections span various form factors and price points to suit different consumer needs.