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Amazon Echo Hub — Hub
Amazon

Amazon Echo Hub

Hub

82
/ 100
From $179
VS
Samsung SmartThings Station (Black) — 2023
Samsung

Samsung SmartThings Station (Black)

2023

82
/ 100
From $79
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Amazon Echo Hub lands at 82 and Samsung SmartThings Station (Black) at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Amazon Echo Hub if…

  • ✓Matter support (modern)
  • ✓Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
  • ✓Automations

Pick Samsung SmartThings Station (Black) if…

  • ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
  • ✓App-based setup
  • ✓Works with major voice assistants
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Ease of use

Tie

Compared on the ease of use sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Ecosystem

Tie

Compared on the ecosystem sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Samsung SmartThings Station (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Samsung SmartThings Station (Black) more score per dollar ($79 vs $179).

Amazon Echo Hub 82
vs
82 Samsung SmartThings Station (Black)

Score breakdown

Amazon Echo Hub
82
ecosystem 82
local 70
ease 84
features 80
Samsung SmartThings Station (Black)
82
ecosystem 82
local 70
ease 84
features 80

Specs side-by-side

Amazon Echo Hub versus Samsung SmartThings Station (Black) — full spec comparison
Spec Amazon Echo Hub Samsung SmartThings Station (Black)
Release year
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2023
Color
—
Black

Amazon Echo Hub

Pros
  • +Matter support (modern)
  • +Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
  • +Automations
Cons
  • −App quality varies
  • −Cloud dependency on some
  • −Ecosystem lock-in

Samsung SmartThings Station (Black)

Pros
  • +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
  • +App-based setup
  • +Works with major voice assistants
Cons
  • −Subscription sometimes required
  • −Cloud dependency on many
  • −Ecosystem lock-in

FAQ: Amazon Echo Hub vs Samsung SmartThings Station (Black)

Which is better, Amazon Echo Hub or Samsung SmartThings Station (Black)? +

Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Amazon Echo Hub worth the price? +

At $179, Amazon Echo Hub delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ease.

Is Samsung SmartThings Station (Black) worth the price? +

At $79, Samsung SmartThings Station (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ease.

Does Amazon Echo Hub or Samsung SmartThings Station (Black) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Amazon Echo Hub or Samsung SmartThings Station (Black)? +

Samsung SmartThings Station (Black) — more score per dollar ($79 vs $179). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.