

This device can be controlled directly from its touchscreen, remotely using a smartphone or tablet, or by voice command via a built-in Alexa speaker (or with an external Google or Apple smart speaker). The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium consistently kept my home more comfortable than any of the other thermostats I tested, and it even saved more energy in the process (on average, bills were at least 7% lower than in the same period the prior year).

For a less complicated option, the Google Nest Learning Thermostat remains a good choice for anyone who is averse to fiddling with settings menus, since its built-in AI does most of the work for you.Ĭompatibility: Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings

In our testing, this thermostat did the best job of keeping the whole house consistently comfortable-thanks to its savvy remote sensors and its ability to take humidity into account when adjusting the temperature. In addition to offering a wide array of settings to refine your home’s climate control, it has a built-in Alexa smart speaker to receive voice commands without the need for other devices. The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium-our pick for the best smart thermostat-falls into the first category. The best model for someone who hopes to eke out every last BTU of efficiency and cost savings will be very different from a thermostat for someone who just wants everything to be as simple as possible. But these are not one-size-fits-all devices. A smart thermostat automatically adjusts your heating and cooling systems to keep you comfortable and save you money.
