The Echo Dot is a great value, and right now Amazon is running its best Echo Dot deal of the year.

Right now, Prime members can get the Amazon Echo Dot 3rd generation and one month of Amazon Music Unlimited for $8.98. This is $49 off the full price of the Echo Dot, which means you pay only $0.99 for the Dot. If you are not a Prime member, you can take advantage of the same promotion. If you are not a Prime member, you can take advantage of the same promotion, but you will pay $10.98 for the bundle. This is a great deal Amazon is offering in advance of Amazon Prime Day.

There are a few things to note. This deal only applies to new Amazon Music subscribers. Also, Amazon Music auto-renews after one month, so remember to cancel your subscription if you don't want to continue paying for Amazon's streaming service. Otherwise, this Echo dot deal is a no-brainer.

The Amazon Echo Dot (3rd generation) is one of the best smart speakers you can get your hands on. Previously priced as low as $24.99, but even cheaper with today's sale, the Echo Dot lets you listen to the latest headlines, control other smart devices, and stream your favorite tunes. Despite its small size, it delivers excellent audio thanks to its 1.6-inch speaker. It also offers full bass and clean sound that can be customized with the Alexa equalizer feature. It can also be connected to another set of home speakers.

Amazon Music Unlimited, on the other hand, costs $7.99 per month for Prime members ($9.99 per month for non-prime members). This service can be cancelled at any time and the ultra-cheap Echo Dot will remain available. However, this deal is not likely to last long, so don't delay.