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Ecobee
Smart thermostats with room sensors for whole-home comfort
As of 30 August 2026, Ecobee starts at $139.99/one-time. Ecobee makes smart thermostats with built-in Alexa and room sensors that detect occupancy and temperature in multiple rooms, delivering comfort where it matters. Softwr lists it under Smart Home. Ecobee is made by Ecobee Inc., launched in 2007, available on Web, iOS, Android.
Overview
What Ecobee does
Ecobee makes smart thermostats with built-in Alexa and room sensors that detect occupancy and temperature in multiple rooms, delivering comfort where it matters and saving on energy bills.
What people use it for
- Energy savings
- Multi-room comfort
- HVAC optimization
- Remote climate control
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Where it falls short
Concrete and checkable, so you can decide whether any of them matter to you. This is the half of a review a vendor will not write about 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
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Pricing
What Ecobee costs
Taken from the vendor's own pricing page. Prices move, so check before you buy.
Smart Thermostat Essential
$139.99 /one-time
- Up to 23% energy savings
- ENERGY STAR certified
- Remote app control
- Weekly scheduling
- Geofencing
- 3-year warranty
Smart Thermostat Enhanced
$199.99 /one-time
- Up to 26% energy savings
- Built-in Alexa voice control
- HomeKit compatible
- Remote sensors for multi-room comfort
- Smart Recovery
- Energy usage reports
Smart Thermostat Premium
$259.99 /one-time
- Up to 26% energy savings
- Built-in radar occupancy sensor
- Indoor air quality monitoring
- Built-in Siri and Alexa voice control
- Security hub for HomeKit
- Community Energy Savings program
Capabilities
Features
Room Sensors
Built-in Alexa
Energy Reports
Smart Recovery
HomeKit
Integration with HomeKit
Google Home
Integration with Google Home
SmartThings
Integration with SmartThings
IFTTT
Integration with IFTTT
IOS support
Available on iOS
Android support
Available on Android
Web support
Available on Web
Alexa built-in support
Available on Alexa built-in
Answered, with sources
Questions people ask
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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.
SourceDoes 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.
SourceWhat 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.
SourceDo 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.
SourceWhat 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.
SourceBehind it
Who makes Ecobee
- Company
- Ecobee Inc.
- Based in
- Toronto, Canada
- Founders
- Stuart Lombard, John Metselaar, Mark Malchiondo
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