Is an Echo Dot worth it for timers and weather?

Yes — for timers and weather, an Echo Dot is usually worth it if you want cheap, hands-free convenience. For this use case, the Echo Dot with Clock is typically the better pick because the display can show the time, temperature, and timer countdown at a glance.

Typical new prices:

• Echo Dot: about $35–$60
• Echo Dot with Clock: about $45–$70
• If the Clock version is only $10–$15 more, it’s usually the better value for kitchen or bedside use.

If you only want voice responses, the regular Echo Dot is fine. If you want to see the timer remaining or temperature without asking Alexa again, pay the small premium for the Clock version. Prices change often, so check sold/completed listings or current retailer deals before buying.