Background

Released in June 2023, the third generation of Amazon's Echo Buds are the budget alternative to the previous generation, with the biggest tradeoff being the lack of active noise cancellation. The 2023 model opts for a "semi-in-ear" design that doesn't completely seal outside noise; however, it does retain the solid sound quality and Alexa integration from the previous models.

The Amazon Echo Buds (2023) starts at $49.99 USD

Identification

The third generation of Echo Buds have a completely different form factor than its predecessor. The second generation had a thicker head that sits completely in the ear, while the third generation has the long "stem" that juts downward (eerily similar to the AirPods). Moreover, the third generation doesn't have the Amazon logo on the earbuds, and its charging case is more square shaped.

The Amazon Echo Buds (2023) comes in two colors: Black and Glacier White

Technical Specifications

  • Dimensions and Weight:
    • Earbuds
      • 33.9 x 19.1 x 17.7 mm
      • 5.0 g
    • Charging Case
      • 23.4 x 51 x 51 mm
      • 36.0 g
    • IPx2 waterproofing (earbuds only)
  • Connectivity:
    • Bluetooth® 5.2
    • Line of sight = ~30 ft (10 m)
  • Audio (Each Earbud):
    • 12 mm driver
    • On-ear controls
  • Voice (Each Earbud):
    • 2 mics
    • 1 voice accelerometer
  • Battery:
    • Up to 5 hours music playback on a single charge with Hands-Free Alexa.
    • Up to 6 hours music playback on a single charge without Hands-Free Alexa.
    • Up to 20 hours total with the charging case.
    • Up to 2 hours music playback time with 15-minute quick charge.
    • Up to 4 hours call time on a single charge. Up to 16 hours call time with the charging case.

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