Best Smart Thermostats for included C-wire adapter

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Best for included C-wire adapter

ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced

4.5 attribute score

Highest scored product for this attribute based on supporting review evidence.

Most evidence

Aqara Hub W200

1 supporting review

Has the broadest review evidence for this attribute.

#1 ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced
4.5

The included power extender kit was specifically praised as a helpful addition for homes without an existing common wire.

Pros: display readability, value for money

#2 Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
4.4

Reviewers liked that Ecobee includes a power extender/C-wire adapter option, especially for setups without a common wire.

Pros: Room Sensor, value for money

#3 Aqara Hub W200
2.2

Reviewers noted the box is nearly complete, but the C-wire adapter is not included.

Pros: smart-home ecosystem compatibility, occupancy detection accuracy

#4 ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential
2.0

The C-wire workaround is a weakness because the power extender kit is described as sold separately and required for homes without a C wire.

Pros: on-device control usability, smart-home ecosystem compatibility

Cons: C-wire requirement flexibility, Room Sensor

#5 Honeywell Home X2S
1.0

A buyer without the needed power wiring was frustrated that the required adapter was sold separately rather than included in the box.

Pros: app usability, DIY installation ease

Cons: C-wire requirement flexibility, smart-home ecosystem compatibility