
Amazon Alexa: Smart Home & Device Manager
Amazon Alexa is a free lifestyle app by Amazon Mobile LLC that lets you set up and control Alexa-enabled devices, manage smart home routines, and stay organized.
Get App · v2.2.718227.0Amazon Alexa requires Android 10 or higher and has no ads or in-app purchases. The app has 5.75 million ratings and over 100 million installs. It is designed for anyone who owns Echo speakers, smart displays, or other compatible smart home products and wants to manage them from a phone.
- Version
- 2.2.718227.0
- Requires Android
- 10
- Updated
- Oct 8, 2026
- Installs
- 100M+
- Rating
- ★ 4.05 (5,754,989)
- Category
- Lifestyle
- Developer
- Amazon Mobile LLC
- Content rating
- Teen
- Package
- com.amazon.dee.app
- Free
- ✓
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Amazon Alexa is a lifestyle app by Amazon Mobile LLC that serves as the companion tool for setting up, managing, and controlling Alexa-enabled devices from an Android phone. Free since late 2014, it has passed 100 million installs with a 4.05 rating from over 5.7 million reviews.
Beyond device setup, it handles music streaming, shopping and to-do lists, weather, news, timers, alarms, and two-way communication through Drop In and calls. It connects services like Amazon Music, Spotify, and Pandora, groups speakers for multi-room playback, and automates compatible lights, locks, and thermostats via routines. The assistant also learns your voice and preferences over time, suggests skills, and resumes recently played music and books.
Version 2.2.718227.0, released October 8, 2026, refines the interface: the Home page gives quicker access to smart home controls, Echo management, and popular features, while the Devices page adds customizable views.
Key features
- Setup and management for Echo and Alexa-enabled devices
- Remote control and status checks for compatible smart lights, locks, and thermostats
- Custom routines that automate your smart home
- Music from Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, TuneIn, and iHeartRadio, with multi-room speaker groups
- On-the-go lists, timers, alarms, weather, and news
- Drop In intercom and free calling to supported devices
- Personalized skill recommendations as Alexa learns your preferences
How to install
- Tap the download button on this page to save the APK; the file size is listed as n/a.
- When Android asks, allow your browser or file manager to install apps via the 'Install unknown apps' setting.
- Open the downloaded APK from your notification shade or Downloads folder.
- Tap Install and wait for it to finish.
- Open the app and sign in with your Amazon account. Android 10 or newer is required.
Pros
- Free, with no ads or in-app purchases
- Dependable remote control for Echo and smart home devices
- Supports several major music services
- Intercom and calling between devices cost nothing extra
- Routines and list management save daily steps
Cons
- Requests many permissions, including contacts, location, microphone, and storage
- Requires Android 10 or later
- Most features only shine if you already own Alexa hardware
Latest changes · 2.2.718227.0
Version 2.2.718227.0 introduces a refreshed design that makes favorite features and devices more accessible. The updated Home page provides quick access to smart home controls, Echo management, and other Alexa functions, while the Devices page now offers customizable views for easier management.
Version history
| Version | Size | Requires Android | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2.718227.0 | — | 10 | Oct 8, 2026 |
| 2.2.527420.0 | 173 MB | 8.0 | May 30, 2025 |
| 2.2.418281.0 | 87 MB | 5.1 | Jul 16, 2022 |
| 2.2.462157.0 | 97 MB | 6.0 | Jun 3, 2022 |
| 2.2.245855.0 | 89 MB | 5.0 | Dec 31, 2018 |
Echo and smart speaker owners, households building a connected home, and anyone who wants lights, locks, climate, media, and lists in one app.
Use the customizable Devices page to keep the gear you touch most often at the top, so everyday on/off actions take only one tap.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I install the Amazon Alexa APK on my Android device?
To install the APK, download it from this page and then open the file. You may need to allow installation from unknown sources in your device settings. The app requires Android 10 or higher.
What is the current version of the Amazon Alexa app?
The latest version is 2.2.718227.0, released on October 8, 2026.
Does the Amazon Alexa app contain ads or in-app purchases?
No, the app is free to download and does not include ads or in-app purchases.
Can I use the Amazon Alexa app without an internet connection?
The app requires an internet connection to control devices, play music, and access features like news and weather. Offline functionality is not provided.
Are there similar apps in the Lifestyle category that work with smart home devices?
Yes, there are other apps in the Lifestyle category that help you manage smart home devices, but for full Alexa integration, this app is the official choice.
For anyone already invested in Alexa hardware, this free companion app ties devices, media, and routines together neatly. The broad permission list and reliance on Amazon's ecosystem may give some users pause, but the everyday convenience generally makes it worthwhile.
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