Compare Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium vs ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced

One reviewer had a poor experience using the occupancy sensors for Home automations, saying their tests did not work.

Presence-based automation was praised for adjusting when people leave, restoring comfort, and helping avoid unnecessary heating or cooling.

Time-of-use support is praised by one reviewer as a way to save money by shifting AC use around peak pricing.

Utility demand-response support was a weak spot for one reviewer because their utility provider was not available.

Reviewers describe broad HVAC compatibility as a strength, including one case where Ecobee solved a furnace problem and another noting expanded wiring capability for more systems.

Reviewers found it suitable for typical systems but cautioned that more complex HVAC setups may be better served by the Premium model.

The included Room Sensor is one of the most consistently praised features, helping with room-level temperature readings and comfort control.

Room Sensor evidence was positive for usefulness but mixed because the Enhanced model supports sensors without including one in the box.

Design and finish quality are among the strongest positives, with repeated praise for the premium feel, zinc/metal body, and modern look.

Design drew positive comments for the sleek updated look, but finish quality was mixed because Premium’s materials were considered nicer.

One reviewer liked the included trim plate for covering wall blemishes behind the thermostat.

Wall mounting was mostly acceptable, with one reviewer finding the bracket sturdy and another preferring the cleaner look without a back plate.

Room prioritization is praised by reviewers who use a bedroom sensor at night instead of relying only on the thermostat's hallway reading.

Room prioritization controls were viewed positively because sensors can help heat or cool the room being occupied.

HomeKit support is mostly praised as useful and seamless, though one reviewer found the initial HomeKit pairing process unclear.

Apple Home/HomeKit support received especially strong praise from the Apple-focused reviewer.

Energy-saving recommendations and automation are praised for reducing runtime, saving energy costs, and keeping the home comfortable economically.

Energy-saving recommendations and Eco+ features were generally liked, though the evidence focused on practical savings rather than measured bill reductions.

One reviewer credited Ecobee with making a furnace work properly after a previous thermostat failed with the system.

A reviewer with a furnace and air conditioner framed conventional HVAC wiring as straightforward and low-friction.

Remote control is praised as convenient and dependable, especially for changing temperature from elsewhere in the home or while away.

Remote control was valued because changing temperature from the phone helped prevent wasted heating or cooling when away.

Voice control gets mixed but mostly positive feedback: reviewers like having Siri/Alexa access, while one criticizes the built-in speaker as weak.

Voice control quality was strong overall, with reviewers praising broad assistant compatibility and no reported issues in use.

Humidity sensing is viewed as a useful input for comfort and energy behavior, with reviewers calling it handy and effective.

Humidity sensing was useful as part of Eco+ because it can adjust comfort around how the room actually feels.

Away mode evidence is mixed, with reviewers praising occupancy-based adjustment but one reviewer saying the thermostat falsely treated the home as empty.

Away mode was presented as useful for saving energy while restoring comfort when someone returns.

Occupancy detection is split: reviewers praise the radar sensor's accuracy, but one found presence detection unreliable without enough sensors.

Occupancy detection was viewed as improved and mostly accurate, though one reviewer noted occasional misses.

Reviewers strongly value the broad smart-home compatibility, especially support across HomeKit, Alexa, Google, Siri, and broader smart-home ecosystems.

Smart-home compatibility was viewed positively because the thermostat worked well across major voice assistant ecosystems.

Scheduling is repeatedly praised as flexible, customizable, and easy to tune for different times, days, and energy goals.

Scheduling was a major convenience win, with reviewers valuing both manual setup and the ability to define schedules exactly.

Touchscreen feedback is strongly positive, with reviewers calling the new interface easier and more responsive.

Temperature adjustment on the screen earned strong marks because reviewers found scrolling smoother and the updated controls easier to use.

The power extender support was viewed positively because it helps installs where a common wire is not already present.

The common-wire requirement was softened by the ability to use the included power extender kit when no C-wire is present.

Reviewers consistently praised the larger, brighter, higher-quality display for being easier to see and read.

Display readability was one of the strongest areas, with reviewers praising the larger, clearer screen and easy-to-read interface.

Auto-schedule evidence is mixed: one review praises seamless adaptation, another describes pattern-based scheduling, and one says Nest's learning schedule is smarter.

Auto-scheduling was viewed as a nice convenience for users who do not want to build schedules manually.

On-device controls are repeatedly described as simpler, more modern, and easier to navigate than older interfaces.

On-device controls were repeatedly described as simple, intuitive, and part of a better user experience.

Setup guidance is generally praised as clear and detailed, but one reviewer faulted the instructions for not warning about an additional switch that caused an installation mistake.

Setup guidance was considered clear and straightforward, with step-by-step app instructions called out as helpful.

Alexa support is viewed positively, with reviewers praising built-in Alexa, easy pairing, and voice-assistant compatibility.

Alexa support was rated highly where tested through compatible voice-assistant hardware rather than built-in Alexa on the thermostat.

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

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

Value opinions are mostly positive for users who will use the premium features, but one reviewer says the added features may not justify the price for everyone.

Value for money was generally positive because reviewers liked the feature set and lower price, though one felt Premium adds a lot for the extra cost.

Most reviewers found installation easy or straightforward, though one warned that the app missed an important power switch in their home and another said wiring can be tricky for newcomers.

Installation was generally viewed as easy, ranging from a breezy guided app process to a quick 15-20 minute install.

Reviewers generally found comfort consistent and easy to maintain, with praise for fewer manual changes and dependable operation.

Comfort consistency evidence centered on room sensors helping keep the occupied area at the proper temperature.

Multi-room balancing is praised when sensors are placed well, but one reviewer found it limited by sensor range and the need for more Ecobee sensors.

Multi-room balancing was praised as useful for seeing uneven heating or cooling and improving comfort where people actually are.

The app is a major strength across reviews, with praise for intuitive controls, remote access, schedule setup, and consistent design with the thermostat UI.

The app was praised for being seamless, intuitive, and very easy for mobile temperature management.

Google Home support is part of the praised broad assistant compatibility in one review.

Google Home support was included in the reviewer’s positive report that voice-assistant control worked without issues.

Adaptive preheating or precooling was described as useful for shifting energy use to lower-cost periods.

Energy reports are a standout strength for data-minded reviewers, helping explain bills, track usage, and identify energy patterns.

Equipment diagnostics usefulness was supported through the reviewer’s praise for maintenance reminders that protect the HVAC system.

Fan controls are considered useful and easy to access, with one reviewer emphasizing that turning the fan on or off takes only a couple of taps.

Filter reminders were praised as useful app-based prompts for users who might forget maintenance tasks.

Heat pump support was described positively for standard heat pump systems, with the reviewer saying it should work fine for that use.

The Premium model is recommended for users with HVAC accessories such as humidifiers or air purifiers, suggesting added value for those systems.

HVAC maintenance alerts were viewed as helpful because tune-up reminders could extend system life.

Manual holds and overrides were praised as part of strong user control over household temperature.

Matter support is treated as a future-looking plus, with one reviewer calling the possible Thread/Matter path exciting and more future-proof.

Shared household access is positively noted as a way to give additional family members control.

Temperature accuracy is praised through SmartSensor control and room-specific readings that reduce mismatch between hallway and room temperatures.

One reviewer reported no Wi-Fi problems, giving the thermostat strong evidence for connection stability in that setup.