I researched the best Amazon Echo Show smart display for my family, and I’d love some honest advice from people who already use one.

At home, we already have a few Alexa speakers, but none with a screen yet. I want something we can use in the kitchen or living room for things like video calls, checking the weather, watching quick videos, or managing our family calendar.

After doing some research, I found a few options that look great:

Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen)
 

Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen)

I also read a helpful article on TechRadar’s best smart displays list, and they said the Echo Show 8 gives the best balance between size, features, and price.

But before I decide, I really like to hear from real users:
Which one do you think is the best Amazon Echo Show smart display for families?
Is the bigger screen on the Show 8 worth it, or is the Show 5 good enough for everyday stuff?
Any pros or cons I should know about before buying?

I appreciate any tips or personal experiences you can share, it’ll really help me (and maybe others too) make the right choice. Thanks