How to get early access to Alexa+ in the UK here's what you need to know

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Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:22:35 +0000

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Amazon's next-generation, AI-powered smart assistant has made it to the UK; here's what you need to sign up for early access.

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successful An account already exists for this email address, please log in. Subscribe to our newsletter There's big news for Brits with Amazon Echo devices: Alexa+ has finally made its way to the UK . If you're unfamiliar, Alexa+ is the next generation of Amazon's Alexa voice assistant. It's powered by generative AI, and should offer more natural conversations and improved control over smart home devices. It's been available stateside since March 2025, but has only just made its way across the pond.

This isn't exactly the same Alexa+ that can be found in the US, though: it's been localised for British life, and is connected to services used in the UK, as well as British news sources including the BBC and the Guardian. Oh, and
it should be able to understand regional accents a little better too. Want to get access to this upgraded assistant now? Here's what you need to know...
How do I get access to Alexa+ in the UK?

The upgraded assistant will cost 19.99 a month on its own, but it's also included for free with Amazon Prime. We were told that Alexa+ UK would initially only be rolled out to the Echo Dot Max, Echo Studio, Echo Show 11 and Echo Show 8. However, a quick browse of the Amazon UK site indicates it should be available on all the current-gen Echo speakers.

If you already own one of these devices, you can sign up for an Early Access invite now , or scroll down for links to buy one now. Which Amazon speaker do I need for Alexa+? Here are all the devices listed for early Alexa+ UK
access: Amazon Echo Dot Max (newest gen) 99.99 shop now Amazon Echo Dot (newest gen) 54.99 shop now Amazon Echo Spot (newest gen) 79.99 shop now Amazon Echo Studio (newest gen) 219.99 shop now Amazon Echo Show 5 (newest gen) 89.99 shop now Amazon Echo Show 8 (newest gen) 179 shop now Amazon Echo Show 11 (newest gen) 219.99 shop now Amazon Echo Show 15 (newest gen) 299.99 shop now Amazon Echo Show 21 (newest gen) 399.99 shop now Any other options? We're anticipating that eventually, Alexa+ UK will be available on the same products as it is in the US. That means, as well as the products listed
above, it will hopefully also be available on a range of previous-generation versions of the devices, too.

This guide to which devices Alexa+ will work on has a full list for you to browse. Remember, though, that's based on US info, and there's a chance
things won't be exactly the same in the UK. It's just more delightful
Amazons VP of Alexa and Echo on whats next for Alexa+ - YouTube Watch On
Alexa speakers compared Looking to buy an Echo device? make it easier to tell your different options apart, I've put together some handy specs tables. Amazon Echo Show device specs I'll start with the Amazon Echo Show devices, which are the options with a screen and a camera. If you're set on one of these, you'll find a bit more info in my guide to which Amazon Echo Show to buy . Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. Amazon
Echo Spot, Dot and Studio specs Next, let's look at the no-screen options. These have a range of names, but the rule is if the word 'Show' isn't in there, there's no screen.



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