Best Smart Speakers & Hubs UK (2026) — Page 2
Smart speakers and home hubs for UK smart homes.
#7 Pick
SwitchBot Hub 3, All-in-One Smart Home Remote and Matter Controller with Temperature/Humidity SensorRated 4.5 out of 5 stars (610)
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth & Matter
£49.99
Pros
- Acts as a Matter controller, bridging SwitchBot devices into Apple Home, Alexa and Google Home
- Built-in temperature and humidity sensor for automations
- Infrared blaster controls existing TVs, aircon and other IR remotes
Cons
- No speaker or voice assistant — purely a hub/remote device
#8 Pick
All-new Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen), Smart Display with Alexa and Adjustable Stand, CharcoalRated 4.3 out of 5 stars (5,100)
- Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
£64.99
Pros
- Compact 5.5-inch touchscreen, smaller footprint than the Show 8
- Adjustable stand angles the screen for bedside or kitchen counter use
- Doubles as a video doorbell and camera viewer
Cons
- Smaller speaker driver than the Show 8 — less suited as a primary music speaker