Is the Echo Show 8 worth it as a digital photo frame?

Yes—if you want a smart display first and a photo frame second. As a digital photo frame, the Echo Show 8 is only a maybe: it can run photo slideshows and looks decent on a counter or desk, but it’s not as focused or elegant as a dedicated frame.

Typical price to pay: about $80–$130 new for the Echo Show 8, and roughly $45–$90 used/refurbished depending on generation and condition. If you’re buying mainly for photos, I’d usually rather put that money toward a dedicated frame unless you also want Alexa, smart-home controls, timers, music, and video calls.

Best take: buy it as a versatile smart display that can also show photos, not as a photo-frame-first device. Prices and promos change often, so check completed/sold listings before buying.