# Amazon Echo Show 11 drops to $149.99 in early Prime Day sale
Amazon has slashed the price of its Echo Show 11 smart display to $149.99, down from $229.99. That $70 discount represents one of the better deals available before Prime Day officially kicks off.
The Echo Show 11 bundles a large 11-inch touchscreen with solid built-in speakers. Owners use it to watch videos, check weather and news, control smart home devices, and make video calls through Alexa. The screen doubles as a bedside clock or kitchen command center depending on placement.
For budget-conscious households looking to enter the smart home ecosystem without major spending, this device handles basic tasks well. You can ask Alexa to play music, set timers, display shopping lists, or control compatible smart lights and thermostats. The video calling feature lets you reach other Echo users or household members without pulling out a phone.
The trade-off is privacy. Any always-listening Alexa device streams audio to Amazon servers. You can mute the microphone physically, though that defeats the core functionality. Amazon collects usage data tied to your account.
At $149.99, the Echo Show 11 costs roughly as much as a quality Bluetooth speaker paired with a basic tablet. But it integrates everything into one device with voice control built in. If you already use Alexa elsewhere in your home, adding this display creates a more connected ecosystem.
The deal expires when Prime Day ends or when stock runs out. If you've been curious about smart displays but hesitated over the $229.99 full price, this window offers genuine value. Compare it against smaller Echo Show models or competitors like Google's Nest Hub Max before committing.