The Amazon Fire TV Cube is Amazon's powerful all-in-one streaming device, blending Echo Dot voice control with Fire TV capabilities to streamline your smart home and entertainment setup.
Curious about its features, value, and fit for your needs? Here's our expert breakdown based on hands-on experience with Amazon's ecosystem to help you decide if it's worth the investment.
The Fire TV Cube is a versatile smart media player powered by Alexa. Use voice commands to control your TV, soundbar, streaming apps, and compatible smart home devices like Samsung SmartThings or Philips Hue lights.
Access thousands of movies and shows via apps such as Netflix and Prime Video. However, it adds to Amazon's crowded lineup—including Echo, Echo Dot, Fire TV Stick, and more—which can make choosing tricky. For clarity, check our comparison of top Amazon Echo devices to find the best fit.
It shares core specs with the base Fire TV, like the 1.5 GHz quad-core processor, dual-band Wi-Fi, 4K Ultra HD, HDR-10, Alexa voice remote, and Dolby Atmos. But upgrades include 16GB storage, Ethernet port, built-in speaker, 2GB RAM, and hands-free TV control.
The included IR extender enables control of older A/V gear by mimicking remotes.
Key specs:
Measuring 3.4 x 3.4 x 3.0 inches and weighing 16.4 ounces, it's compact—similar to three Echo Dots stacked or the old Ouya console. Larger than a Fire TV Stick but easy to place anywhere.
It combines Echo and Fire TV functions: control TVs, soundbars, cable boxes, and receivers; tune live TV; play media via voice; manage smart lights, outlets, and cameras through HDMI-CEC.
For streaming tips, see our Amazon Prime vs. Netflix guide. Explore top Alexa-compatible gadgets for smart home expansion.
Available exclusively on Amazon, it launched June 21, 2018 (initially North America). Priced like a Fire TV plus Echo Dot combo. Fire TV with 4K Ultra HD and Alexa Voice Remote (1st Gen)
Ideal for unifying smart home and TV control in one device. Perfect if you have or plan Alexa-compatible gear. Even without a full setup, it simplifies media commands.
If your setup is basic with few smart devices, opt for a Fire TV or Stick instead.
With its sleek design and robust features, it's not for everyone. If needs are simple, separate Fire TV and Echo purchases offer similar functionality at lower cost.
If you own an Echo or Fire TV already, it may duplicate features. But for starting fresh with Alexa and 4K streaming, it's an excellent choice. Buy Fire TV Cube on Amazon
