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Replacement remote for Amazon Echo

4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,273 ratings
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  • Official remote for Amazon Echo and Echo Dot (Not compatible with Amazon Tap)
  • Connects to Amazon Echo and Echo Dot via Bluetooth
  • Includes an integrated microphone for when you are too far away or it’s too noisy for Echo to hear you
  • Dedicated buttons for volume up, volume down, play/pause, previous, and next
  • Amazon Echo and Echo Dot work with one remote at a time

Product details

  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.51 x 1.51 x 0.62 inches; 2.4 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ SK705DI
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ November 18, 2014
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Amazon
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00L9EPT8O

Product Description

Amazon Echo Remote Control

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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
1,273 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance, voice recognition, and remote of the digital device accessory. For example, they mention it works well, the remote is awesome, and eliminates any issues. That said, they say it's easy to set up and convenient. Opinions are mixed on value and echo dot range.

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316 customers mention255 positive61 negative

Customers like the performance of the remote control. They say it works well, is impressed with how it works, and is very useful. They also say it's a great tool that provides direct access to their Echo or Dot. Customers mention that it has multiple functions such as pause/play, skip forward or back, increase, and can control lights even when they are out of voice range of the Echo.

"...I am glad I picked up the Echo remote. It comes in handy." Read more

"The remote works great with the amazon Echo!The main reason I purchased this was to use the "simon says" feature...." Read more

"...Works very well for what it is, looks well made, easy setup, strong magnetic holder (with batteries installed)...." Read more

"...keep the remote in the kitchen (I use it a lot when cooking) and works perfectly...." Read more

101 customers mention98 positive3 negative

Customers like the voice recognition of the digital device accessory. They say it can recognize any voice command, and that Alexa's voice is great. They also mention that the remote makes it easy to access Echo and Dot, and makes sending commands to Echo and dot much easier.

"...On the other hand, voice recognition is very good although no device bats a thousand, not even then machines (yet); if they can keep refining this..." Read more

"...It can recognize any voice command, but it would be awesome if it had an extra button you could dedicate to a compatible smart device...." Read more

"...Nice to speak quietly into remote when the wife is sleeping and you don’t want to disturb.And easy to stop something when you want talk…..." Read more

"The voice remote is pretty handy for controlling the echo when you don't wanna yell at alexa...." Read more

88 customers mention77 positive11 negative

Customers find the setup of the digital device accessory to be incredibly easy. They say the instructions are perfect, the remote is easy to mount on the fridge, and the buttons are simple to use. Customers also mention that the convenience of the remote control is undeniable.

"...The remote is very convenient for using to easily turn down volume if you are a distance away and it cannot hear you say "Alexa"..." Read more

"...Set up is very easy. If you say to Alexa, "pair remote" she will talk you through how to do it...." Read more

"...Works very well for what it is, looks well made, easy setup, strong magnetic holder (with batteries installed)...." Read more

"...Setup was so quick and easy. Instructions were perfect and had the remote operational in less than a minute...." Read more

88 customers mention67 positive21 negative

Customers like the remote. They say it's awesome, fun, and a great addition to the Echo. Some mention that it eliminates any issues, works from anywhere in their three-level home, and is the best remote for an electronics device.

"...My kids think it is talking to them and it gives them tons of fun and even encourages them to be nice to one another and clean their room! ;)..." Read more

"...The remote is a great addition to the Echo!" Read more

"...But it is fun to use when you are in other rooms / want the functionality of keys to change volume or songs etc...." Read more

"...without buying it and trying, but presently the Echo can only let one remote link to it at a time...." Read more

65 customers mention49 positive16 negative

Customers like the quality of the digital device accessory. They say it looks well made, is exceptional, and is sturdy. Some mention that the plastic is of high quality and the device feels good in the hand. Overall, most are happy with the purchase and recommend it as a nice addition to their home.

"...Works very well for what it is, looks well made, easy setup, strong magnetic holder (with batteries installed)...." Read more

"...The plastic is of high quality and the device feels good in the hand, weighted consistently, and has a solid response to button presses...." Read more

"...A perfect bedside companion, although since my apartment gets infuriating wifi coverage I had to buy an extender as well..." Read more

"...because I'm not sure if it's the remote or the echo itself that keeps failing...." Read more

30 customers mention26 positive4 negative

Customers like the magnet strength of the digital device accessory. They mention that it comes with a nice magnetic base, and is strong enough to adhere to the sheetrock guard on the corner of an interior. Some like the magnetic remote holder that can be mounted wherever you decide.

"...Works very well for what it is, looks well made, easy setup, strong magnetic holder (with batteries installed)...." Read more

"...The magnetized holder is pretty handy and attached easily and securely to the metal lamp next to my bed, where the remote functions as a remote..." Read more

"...The best thing about it is, it comes with a magnetic holder. So i have it stuck to my metal head board with in reach...." Read more

"...There is a magnetic connector included with a reusable adhesive strip that serves as a place to put your remote so you can find it easier...." Read more

104 customers mention61 positive43 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the digital device accessory. Some mention it's very worth it, a nice accessory at a good price, and one of the best devices they have gotten in a long time. Others say it'd be way too expensive for its purpose and over priced.

"...And easy to stop something when you want talk…Worth the investment ,," Read more

"...Remote functions, but it appears to be of marginal use. It would be great if it served as a speaker so that I could hear Echo's responses." Read more

"...The Echo is a pretty good product, but I would pass on this microphone remote thingy...." Read more

"...It should be a little easier to find, and the price is a bit much. But I will use it" Read more

53 customers mention36 positive17 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the echo dot range. Some say that the Echo has a great range and the speakers are good. They also say that it listens very well through its seven microphones. However, others say that Echo doesn't listen too well, the speaker is very tinny, and the music is too loud when they are on the phone.

"...While the Echo device (Alexa) listens very well through its seven microphones, imagine what is more common-place these days in homes, a great room...." Read more

"...It is by no means necessary as the Echo has great range and i believe 8 or 9 small microphones to pick up your voice (it does a great job)...." Read more

"...The problem was, though I could hear it, it couldn't hear me all the time. I purchased the remote to help with this...." Read more

"...Alexa can hear you even in a noisy room.Very good range.Seperate buttons for voice-free operation of volume, pause, FF/REV...." Read more

Allows the Amazon Echo, "Alexa," to hear you from any room in the home.
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Allows the Amazon Echo, "Alexa," to hear you from any room in the home.
Allows you to use the Amazon Echo from other rooms in your house in order for "Alexa" to hear you or play music. Uses two AAA batteries included by Amazon with the purchase. Frustrated me at first, but then I realized (after reading the directions) that you needed to pair it with the Echo using the Echo App. There is a magnetic connector included with a reusable adhesive strip that serves as a place to put your remote so you can find it easier. Very simple to use buttons; it looks like an iPod with an extra microphone button to me. Alexa can now hear you in a very noisy room using this remote, not that she couldn't do that if you were up close, but from any distance and with considerable noise interference.
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Mike Newman
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for extending your voice control or in noisy situations.
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2015
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I love the Echo and the Voice remote. The Echo microphones can hear me most of the time, when it does it is spot on. Other times I have to use the voice remote, which I had to purchase separately. I originally had Echo placed under a television which has down facing speakers. When the TV was on even at low volume, it interfered with the Echo microphones picking up my voice. All I had to do was slide it forward and to the side a bit.

Now, the only trouble I have is when I am in another room or if the TV volume is up too loud. In those situations, I use this remote. It allows you to do everything that Echo can do on its own just in noisy situations or times when your voice will not travel far enough.

I am glad I picked up the Echo remote. It comes in handy.
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Prime Mama
5.0 out of 5 stars Love the "simon says" feature! great for using for volume control.
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2015
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The remote works great with the amazon Echo!

The main reason I purchased this was to use the "simon says" feature. All you need to do is hold down the microphone button and say" Simon says" and then it will repeat whatever you say after.

My kids think it is talking to them and it gives them tons of fun and even encourages them to be nice to one another and clean their room! ;)

The remote is very convenient for using to easily turn down volume if you are a distance away and it cannot hear you say "Alexa"

I love the Echo and I really enjoy having the remote option.
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J o T
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it. It is handy way to communicate with Echo or Echo Dot from afar
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2016
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I love having a remote. I have Alexa in the living room and often think of items for my shopping list while I am in the kitchen. I got the remote, wrapped it and the magnetic holder each lightly in plastic wrap, and attached them to the side of the fridge. Now I can push the button and speak normally to add things to my shopping list, start a timer, or just have Alexa play music in the background, instead of hollering from thirty feet away. She understands me better, too. I don't trust the family members to use the remote only with clean dry hands, and the plastic wrap has not interfered with its use or magnetic holding power.

Set up is very easy. If you say to Alexa, "pair remote" she will talk you through how to do it.

You can pair the remote with only one device at a time, even if you own two (or more) Echos, and each Echo can be paired with only one remote at a time. The remote works with Echo and Echo Dot, but not Echo Tap. My thought is that it would be nice if the remote worked with the Echo Tap as well, since it would be great to be able to talk to the Tap from across the room. No dice.
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Starchild
4.0 out of 5 stars Useful addition to Alexa, additional feature wanted.
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2016
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Got this for my g/f so we can access her Echo from the bed (turn on coffee). Works very well for what it is, looks well made, easy setup, strong magnetic holder (with batteries installed). The only issue is that you may not be in a place where you can hear Alexa's response so you are not sure of the task was done. A speaker to hear a reply would be awesome, or just a green/red light to indicate yes a command was understood/no recognisable command or unit offline, something like the green or red light would be on for the duration of the reply would be confirmation and also give a indication of the length of the reply.

But with that one said I have to say it has not failed us, it seems to very much understand what we say and since we can hold it up to our mouth it is not needed to talk loud as sometimes needed to reach the Echo.

The other option we use (at my place) is a Echo/Echo Dot set up (Living room/Bedroom) which allows the same thing as above, cost more, but gives additional options such as using the dot as a clock and alarm and bluetooth connection to the bathroom. Both are good setup's depending on what you are looking for.
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Dean
5.0 out of 5 stars Tip: Press and hold the TALK button until you are done, and don't bother to say 'Alexa,' she knows by the button press
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2015
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I love this remote so much I wanted two of them. While the Echo device (Alexa) listens very well through its seven microphones, imagine what is more common-place these days in homes, a great room. Then imagine a houseful of company, grandkids, dogs, a TV blaring. So there's no question a hand held remote is useful. I'm just going to suggest two of them in a great room is even better. PROBLEM. I was unable to find out if that was possible without buying it and trying, but presently the Echo can only let one remote link to it at a time. As a result I was told the design committee has been appraised of this suggestion and so it's on the Wish List, BUT PLEASE DONT DO AS I DID because you NOW know two remotes WON'T work with one Echo.

These extra remotes come packaged just like the original did with the Echo (which includes the batteries and the magnet). Right now your only justification to buy one of these remotes is that yours quit working outside of warranty, or your dog ate it.

I endeavored to find this out first and all I received was well-meaning guesses. I'm going to hazard a guess that Echo is using Bluetooth like my cell phone uses it and it can only register one device at a time, so it's probably a Bluetooth limitation.
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prettypak
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth The Wait!
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2016
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Waited a long time for the Echo remote but so worth it. I had to place my Echo near the TV and used to have to go and mute the TV to give a command to Alexa. I keep the remote in the kitchen (I use it a lot when cooking) and works perfectly. Alexa can even hear when I use the remote from the hallway to the bedroom. Setup was so quick and easy. Instructions were perfect and had the remote operational in less than a minute. The remote is a great addition to the Echo!
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