Great news! This hub and accessory
combination is directly compatible
You can see the instructions for this connection using this instruction link
The Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Generation) can connect directly to the iRobot Roomba 980. This is done using the shared Wi-Fi connection between the two devices.
Interface Compatibility
 Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Generation) |
 iRobot Roomba 980 |
|
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Alexa | Yes | Yes |
| Apple HomeKit | No | No |
| Google Assistant | No | Yes |
Connection Compatibility
|
Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd Generation) |
iRobot Roomba 980 |
|
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Sidewalk | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| Clear Connect | No | No |
| Thread | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Z-Wave | No | No |
| Zigbee | No | No |