You can change Alexa's voice in the Alexa app or through voice commands, and Amazon offers several voice options including different accents and celebrity voices
Alexa's default voice is a female voice with a neutral American accent. If you want to hear a different voice, you have two main routes: use the Alexa app on your phone or tablet, or ask Alexa directly. The change applies to whichever device you're using — if you have multiple Alexa devices, you can give each one a different voice.
The voices available depend on your region and which Alexa device you own. In the United States, you can choose from several standard voices (male, female, and other options), and Amazon periodically adds celebrity voices or voices with different accents. Some voices are free; others cost a small one-time fee.
Key Takeaways
- Open the Alexa app, go to More > Settings > Device Settings, select your device, then tap Alexa Voice and choose a new voice.
- You can also say "Alexa, change your voice" and follow the prompts to hear options and pick one.
- Some voices are included free with your device; others cost between $0.99 and $4.99 as a one-time purchase.
- The voice change only affects the device you're adjusting — other Alexa devices in your home keep their original voices unless you change them separately.
Changing Alexa's voice through the app
The Alexa app is the most straightforward way to see all available voices and switch between them. Open the app on your phone or tablet, tap the three-line menu icon (called a hamburger menu) in the bottom right, and select More. From there, go to Settings, then Device Settings, and choose the Alexa device you want to change.
Once you've selected the device, look for Alexa Voice or Voice Settings. Tap it and you'll see a list of available voices. Each one usually has a play button next to it so you can hear a sample before you commit. When you find one you like, tap it to confirm. The change takes effect when ready.
If you have an Echo Show or other Alexa device with a screen, you can also access voice settings directly from the device. Swipe down from the top of the screen, tap Settings, go to Device Settings, then Alexa Voice, and make your choice there.
Changing Alexa's voice by speaking to Alexa
You can ask Alexa to change her own voice without opening the app. Say "Alexa, change your voice" and Alexa will ask you which voice you'd like to try. She'll play samples of available options, and you can say "next" to hear more or "select this one" when you find a voice you want to keep.
This method works on any Alexa device, but it can take longer than using the app if you have many voices to choose from. It's useful if you're already talking to Alexa and want to make a quick change without picking up your phone.
Understanding voice options and costs
Amazon includes several voices free with every Alexa device. These typically include a female voice and a male voice, both with a standard American accent. Some regions also have voices with British, Indian, or Australian accents included at no cost.
Beyond the standard voices, Amazon sells additional voices as one-time purchases. These have included celebrity voices (though the roster changes) and voices with different personalities or accents. When you browse voices in the app, the price appears next to each one — free voices show no price tag, and paid voices show the cost. You'll need to confirm the purchase before the voice downloads to your device.
Once you buy a voice, it's yours to use on any Alexa device linked to your Amazon account. You don't pay again if you switch that voice to a different Echo device.
What happens when you change voices
When you select a new voice, Alexa switches to it for all responses — alarms, reminders, answers to questions, and smart home commands. The change is when ready and doesn't affect any routines or automations you've set up; those continue to work exactly as before, just with the new voice.
If you change your mind, you can switch back to any previous voice at any time using the same method. There's no penalty for changing voices frequently, and you can experiment until you find one you prefer.
Changing voices on multiple devices
If you have more than one Alexa device in your home, each one has its own voice setting. Changing the voice on your Echo Dot in the bedroom doesn't affect your Echo in the kitchen. This means you can give each device a distinct voice if you want to tell them apart by sound, or you can make them all match.
To change voices on multiple devices, repeat the process for each one in the Alexa app. Select a different device from the Device Settings menu, choose Alexa Voice, and pick a new voice. You can do this for as many devices as you own.
Troubleshooting voice changes that don't work
If you've selected a new voice but Alexa still sounds the same, try restarting the device. Unplug it for 30 seconds, plug it back in, and wait for the light ring to turn blue. This usually forces Alexa to load the new voice.
If a paid voice won't read, check that you have enough storage space on the device and that your internet connection is stable. Some voices are large files and need a few minutes to read. If the read keeps failing, try removing the voice from your library (in the app, go to More > Your Purchases > Alexa Skills & Games, find the voice, and select Remove), then purchase it again.
If the app won't show any voices at all, make sure you're logged into the correct Amazon account and that your Alexa device is connected to Wi-Fi. Restart the app and try again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a voice from a different country?
Yes, if it's available in your region. Amazon offers voices with British, Indian, Australian, and other accents depending on where you live. Check the Alexa Voice menu in your app to see what's available in your area. Some regional voices are free; others are paid.
Will changing Alexa's voice affect my smart home routines?
No. Routines continue to work exactly as before — they'll just use the new voice when Alexa speaks. If you had a routine that said "Good morning" in the old voice, it will say "Good morning" in the new voice without any changes on your part.
Do I have to pay for every voice I want to try?
No. You can hear samples of all voices (free and paid) before you buy anything. Tap the play button next to each voice in the app to listen. You only pay if you want to keep a voice that costs money.
What if I buy a voice and then want to remove it?
Go to More > Your Purchases > Alexa Skills & Games in the app, find the voice you bought, and tap Remove. You won't get a refund, but the voice will no longer appear in your Alexa Voice menu. You can purchase it again later if you change your mind.
Can different people in my house have different Alexa voices?
Not on the same device. Each Alexa device has one voice. However, if you have multiple devices, you can set each one to a different voice — so your bedroom Echo could have a male voice and your kitchen Echo could have a female voice.