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Ecobee SmartThermostat Premium vs Google Nest Thermostat

Ecobee's $249 model meets Google Nest's $99 model. We tally wins category by category, then call a verdict.

Our recommendation

The Ecobee SmartThermostat Premium wins on more spec categories (4–0), but the Google Nest Thermostat undercuts it by $150. Choose the Ecobee SmartThermostat Premium for performance, the Google Nest Thermostat to save.

Ecobee SmartThermostat Premium: 4 category wins Google Nest Thermostat: 0 category wins

Side by side

Ecobee SmartThermostat Premium

$249

Google Nest Thermostat

$99

HVAC compatibility

Conventional, heat pump, multi-stage

Conventional, single and two-stage forced air

Stages supported

3Win

Remote sensors

YesWin

Smart home

Alexa, Google, HomeKit, SmartThings

Alexa, Google

Geofencing

Yes

Energy reports

Yes

Display

Glass colour touchscreen

Mirrored LCD with touch strip

C-wire required

NoWin

Yes

Works without C-wire

YesWin

Ecobee SmartThermostat Premium

Loaded flagship with built-in Alexa, air quality monitor, and an included room sensor.

Buy on Amazon → Buy from Ecobee →

Google Nest Thermostat

Google smarts and clean design at an entry-level price for everyday homes.

Buy on Amazon → Buy from Google Nest →

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