HomeSmart ThermostatsEcobee SmartThermostat Premium vs Lux Kono Smart

Ecobee SmartThermostat Premium vs Lux Kono Smart

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

Our recommendation

The Ecobee SmartThermostat Premium wins on more spec categories (3–0), but the Lux Kono Smart undercuts it by $150. Choose the Ecobee SmartThermostat Premium for performance, the Lux Kono Smart to save.

Ecobee SmartThermostat Premium: 3 category wins Lux Kono Smart: 0 category wins

Side by side

 

Ecobee SmartThermostat Premium

$249

Lux Kono Smart

$99
HVAC compatibility
Conventional, heat pump, multi-stage
Conventional, single-stage forced air
Stages supported
3Win
1
Remote sensors
YesWin
No
Smart home
Alexa, Google, HomeKit, SmartThings
Alexa, Google, HomeKit
Geofencing
Yes
Yes
Energy reports
YesWin
No
Display
Glass colour touchscreen
Backlit LCD
C-wire required
No
No
Works without C-wire
Yes
Yes

Ecobee SmartThermostat Premium

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

Lux Kono Smart

Customizable, swappable faceplates and HomeKit support in an affordable smart package.

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