Wired has updated its buying guide to the best Alexa-enabled speakers and smart displays, highlighting four current picks after testing Amazon's full range of Echo devices. The refresh is notable mainly for pricing changes: Amazon has raised the base cost of several models, including its newest and most recommended speakers, making the guide's advice on which device offers the best value more relevant for shoppers.

The reviewer's top overall pick is the Echo Dot Max at $120 (up from $100), praised for sound quality that rivals the discontinued standard Echo, plus a built-in smart home hub and bundled Alexa+ access (after a 30-day trial, requiring Prime or a $20 monthly fee). For a cheaper, voice-command-focused option, the older Echo Dot is recommended at $80 (up from $50). For smart displays, the Echo Show 11 at $250 is the top newer pick, with the third-generation Echo Show 8 at $150 offered as a cheaper alternative.