Software · head to head
Meross vs Ecobee
Meross
Software
Affordable smart home devices with HomeKit support
- From
- On request
- Rated
- -
Ecobee
Software
Smart thermostats with room sensors for whole-home comfort
- From
- $139.99/one-time
- Rated
- -
The short version
- They diverge on capability: Meross covers Apple HomeKit, Ecobee covers Room Sensors.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Meross and Ecobee actually diverge.
Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Meross
- Apple HomeKit
- No hub required
- Energy monitoring
- Schedules
- Voice control
- Scene automation
- Apple HomeKit
- Amazon Alexa
Only in Ecobee
- Room Sensors
- Built-in Alexa
- Energy Reports
- Smart Recovery
- HomeKit
- Google Home
- IFTTT
- Web support
Both cover
- SmartThings
- IOS support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Meross
- Smart plugsnot Ecobee
- Lighting controlnot Ecobee
- Garage automationnot Ecobee
- Energy monitoringnot Ecobee
Ecobee
- Energy savingsnot Meross
- Multi-room comfortnot Meross
- HVAC optimizationnot Meross
- Remote climate controlnot Meross
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Meross
Nothing recorded yet. See the Meross review.
Ecobee
- Installation requires a C-wire in most cases, necessitating professional installation for some users unfamiliar with HVAC wiring
- Not compatible with line-voltage baseboard heating systems without additional specialized controllers
- Touchscreen display is prone to fingerprints and cannot be adjusted from the mobile app
- Advanced settings interface can feel complex and technical for non-technical users
- Display settings and customization options are limited to on-device configuration only
Pricing, plan by plan
Meross
On request- Smart Plug$15/month
- WiFi
- Energy monitoring
- Voice control
- Smart Switch$25/month
- In-wall
- No neutral required option
- HomeKit
- Garage Opener$40/month
- Remote control
- Status alerts
- HomeKit
Ecobee
$139.99/one-time- Smart Thermostat Essential$139.99/one-time
- Up to 23% energy savings
- ENERGY STAR certified
- Remote app control
- Smart Thermostat Enhanced$199.99/one-time
- Up to 26% energy savings
- Built-in Alexa voice control
- HomeKit compatible
- Smart Thermostat Premium$259.99/one-time
- Up to 26% energy savings
- Built-in radar occupancy sensor
- Indoor air quality monitoring
Which should you pick?
Choose Meross if
- You need apple homekit.
- You work on IOS, Android.
- You also want no hub required.
Choose Ecobee if
- You need room sensors.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want built-in alexa.
Questions people ask
- Is Meross or Ecobee better?
- Neither clearly leads. Meross starts at On request and Ecobee at $139.99/one-time, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Meross or Ecobee?
- Meross starts at On request and Ecobee at $139.99/one-time.
- Does Meross or Ecobee run on more platforms?
- Meross runs on IOS, Android. Ecobee runs on Web, iOS, Android.
- What is Meross best used for?
- Meross is most often used for smart plugs, lighting control, garage automation, energy monitoring. Of those, smart plugs and lighting control are not what Ecobee is typically brought in for.
- What can Meross do that Ecobee cannot?
- Meross covers Apple HomeKit, No hub required, Energy monitoring, Schedules. Ecobee covers Room Sensors, Built-in Alexa, Energy Reports, Smart Recovery. Both handle SmartThings, IOS support, Android support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Ecobee: How much can I save with an Ecobee thermostat?
Ecobee thermostats can save up to 26% on annual heating and cooling costs according to manufacturer claims. However, independent ENERGY STAR data shows average savings of around 8%, equating to $50-$100 annually for typical U.S. homes.
SourceEcobee: Does Ecobee work with HomeKit?
Yes, Ecobee is HomeKit-enabled and was the first to introduce a HomeKit-compatible smart thermostat. The Premium and Enhanced models support Apple HomeKit and allow control via Siri from any Apple device.
SourceEcobee: What is a SmartSensor and what does it do?
Ecobee SmartSensors are wireless remote temperature and occupancy sensors that detect which rooms are occupied. They allow the thermostat to balance heating and cooling to occupied rooms and ignore empty spaces, improving both comfort and efficiency.
SourceEcobee: Do I need a C-wire to install Ecobee?
Most installations require a C-wire for reliable operation. Ecobee includes a Power Extender Kit to help with installations lacking a C-wire, but some DIYers may still need professional installation assistance.
SourceEcobee: What voice assistants does Ecobee support?
Ecobee supports Apple Siri, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Samsung SmartThings for voice control. The Premium model has built-in Alexa and Siri, while Enhanced and Essential models support all platforms via integration.
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