About
Amazon Alexa is a mobile app for managing Alexa-enabled devices and smart home systems. Control compatible smart lights, locks, and thermostats from anywhere, create automation routines, manage shopping and to-do lists, set timers and alarms, and play music across multiple Echo devices. The app connects to music services including Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn, and iHeartRadio. Enable hands-free voice control by saying "Alexa" when the app is active, and use Drop In to connect instantly with compatible Echo devices like a two-way intercom. Call or message supported Alexa-enabled devices at no additional cost.
Highlights
- Control compatible smart lights, locks, and thermostats from the app at home or on the go
- Create routines to automate smart home devices
- Connect to Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn, and iHeartRadio for music playback
- Create speaker groups to play music across multiple compatible Echo devices
- Use Drop In for instant two-way intercom connection with compatible Echo devices
- Call or message supported Alexa-enabled devices at no additional cost
Best for
People managing Alexa-enabled smart home systems who want to control devices remotely, automate routines, and manage daily tasks like shopping lists and reminders from their phone.
At a glance
Amazon Alexa is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5,194,872 ratings and is available on iOS and Android — all free to download.
It is developed by AMZN Mobile LLC.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Amazon Alexa free?
- Yes — Amazon Alexa is free to download on iOS and Android.
- What platforms is Amazon Alexa available on?
- Amazon Alexa is available on iOS and Android.
- What is Amazon Alexa?
- Amazon Alexa is a mobile app for managing Alexa-enabled devices and smart home systems. It lets you control compatible smart lights, locks, and thermostats, manage shopping and to-do lists, play music across Echo devices, and use voice commands when hands-free mode is enabled.
- Can I control smart home devices with the Alexa app?
- Yes. You can set up and control compatible smart lights, locks, and thermostats at home or on the go. You can also create routines to automate your smart home devices.
- What music services does Alexa support?
- Alexa connects to Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn, and iHeartRadio. You can choose songs or playlists and listen on your Alexa-enabled devices, or create speaker groups to play music across multiple compatible Echo devices.
- What is Drop In on Alexa?
- Drop In is a feature that lets you connect instantly with your compatible Echo devices like a two-way intercom. You can also call or message supported Alexa-enabled devices at no additional cost.
- What are the alternatives to Amazon Alexa?
- Amazon Alexa is similar to YouTube, Guitar Tabs & Chords Songbook, TodayTix – Broadway Tickets, and Blinkit: Groceries & more. Browse related apps by tag: music, automation, and shopping.