ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

I love how this product allows me to remotely turn it on and off. That’s very helpful for people who have children in the home

We purchased our ecobee Essential because we recently had a new HVAC unit installed downstairs (we have two units), it included an ecobee 3 Lite, and we wanted one for our existing upstairs unit as well. I installed the Essential myself, and it was very easy to install. The ecobee App guided me through every step of the installation, from removing my old digital (non-smart) thermostat, to connecting my new Essential to my Wi-Fi network (I'd already downloaded the ecobee app to my phone, and had been using it with my Lite). I didn't need to use the Trim Kit or the PEK (Power Extension Kit), as my old thermostat didn't leave an "Outline" on the wall, and the thermostat I was replacing already had a "C" ("Common") connection. The only issue I had during installation was getting the Essential to sit flush with the wall, but this was easily solved by pushing the wires further into the wall. The integration with (Amazon) Alexa, Google Home, and (Samsung) Smart Things is great and works well, as I can get current settings and adjust them through all of my smart devices. My other family members were also able to download the ecobee App onto their phones, so that they may control both of our ecobees as well. I also love how the ecobees look on the wall. The design is so futuristic and sleek, and the interface on the ecobees themselves is very easy to use (the ecobee app is also very easy to use as well). The Lite replaced a nearly 25-year-old analog thermostat that looked like it was from the 1980s, while the Essential replaced a digital one that was only about eight years old. I'm still learning how to use my ecobees, but the videos and tips on the ecobee website and YouTube Channel are very helpful. The only downside I can think of is that no ecobee is compatible with the wiring setup of my third unit (for my addition/sunroom) that has a 20-year-old digital thermostat (I confirmed this with ecobee Support, whom I found to be very helpful), and I wish they would be compatible with separate "O" and "B" wires (if ecobee ever decides to make a thermostat that supports these types of connections, I'd love to buy a third one). Overall, I would highly recommend the ecobee Essential to anyone looking to save money on their energy bill, or just simply want to replace their old "Dumb" thermostat.

It was installed by an HVAC contractor. It works great and allows me to easily adjust the temperature. I like the automatic "setting at x degrees until 6:30 am or 11:30 pm". Great feature.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve never owned anything like this before till now. It is seriously the best smart thermostat and was super easy to install. I love that I can set a temperature schedule and have access to it while I’m away from home. It has cut our electric bill in half!

Easy set up. Accurate reading. Read remotely away from home.

I’ve used the Sensi and Nest Learning (3rd Gen) thermostats before, but the Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential is by far the easiest to operate—both through the app and the on-screen touch controls. It was also super easy to integrate with HomeKit. Simple, reliable, and user-friendly!

After a bad experience with another smart thermometer (why make it so difficult!), this one is a breath of fresh air.

I changed over from another popular thermostat brand that is sold by a major internet search engine company. I upgraded because I do not like the idea of said company tracking me everywhere I go and monitoring everything I do. Ecobee was simpler to set up and is easier to operate, but has the same functionality as my previous smart thermostat. Recommend for first time smart thermostat buyers and also anyone who does not want to give up 100% of their personal information to a large search engine company.

So far very easy to use and very informative. I do like the various features for programming and review.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Ecobee smart thermostat I received for my honest opinion. It was very easy to install very easy to set up and their is a app to download and we don't ever have to mess with heat or air again it does it all on its own to our set up and we are able to use our phone or Alexa to adjust heat or air if needed without getting up or being home. I have already purchased another for inlaws. Absolutely would recommend.

It took several days of playing around with the software to get the thermostat to perform the way I wanted it to. The website is not that helpful, but it will get you through the basics. If you're not inclined to dealing with many software menus, nor fully understand your HVAC system, you may want to avoid this thermostat.

I was 10 minutes away, the a/c was off, I had just finished a bunch of shopping, and it was hot and humid. I got on my smartphone, used the Ecobee app, turned on the a/c to 70 degrees, and when I arrived home, it was LUSH indoors—I love the thermostat!

(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential is a great balance of functionality and value. Setup was quick and easy thanks to the detailed app instructions! It looks clean on the wall, the touchscreen is intuitive (if a bit slow), and the smart features like scheduling and eco+ adjustments are genuinely helpful. I’ve already noticed some energy savings, and it works flawlessly with Alexa and HomeKit! I absolutely love it and can’t recommend it enough!!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It’s a great product but unfortunately I couldn’t get it to work I would have to pay someone to install it it for me because my brother wasn’t able to install and set up for me

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using the ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential and it’s made smart living super easy. I love how I can set a schedule for when I’m home, away, or asleep. It automatically adjusts to save energy and keep things comfortable. The touchscreen is sleek and easy to use, but I mostly control it through the ecobee app on my phone. It also works great with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit, so I can make changes with my voice. Plus, the energy reports are a nice bonus. I can actually track my usage and see how I’m doing compared to others. The setup was simple. I love it!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The ecobee essential was something we didn’t know we needed. Installation was super easy and I didn’t need to ask my techs husband for help. The instructions were clear, and I had it up and running in like 20 minutes, maybe less. The app is super intuitive, too. I can tweak the temp from my phone before I get home so the temp is where we want it. Feels like it’s actually saving me money on energy without me having to overthink it. All in all, if you're looking for a smart thermostat that just works without being complicated, the Ecobee Essential’s a solid pick.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love everything about this thermostat, it was so easy to install and the app is super easy to use, I can control the temperature from my phone and turn it on and off. I think this is definitely gonna help me save money on electricity.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential is simple, smart, and super reliable. It’s easy to install, the app is user-friendly, and it keeps the house comfortable without me constantly adjusting it. I love the voice control option too. If you want an affordable smart thermostat that just works, this is it.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Installation was very easy by following the steps in the guide. Set up took maybe 10-15 minutes to install on the wall and get set up to access on my phone. I love that I can check on my house temperature AND change it via the Ecobee app when I’m not at home. I actually find this more user friendly than the Nest. I replaced our Nest with this Ecobee and will be changing out our thermostat as well. We have it set up to sense when we’re not home, so the temperature can increased/decreased to become more energy efficient.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really enjoy this thermostat. It was very easy to set up my account with Ecobee. Starting the account, it offers you clear and easy instructions for set up/installation. I especially appreciated the emphasis on trying to keep things not overwhelming by allowing for you to take things step by step. Overall I feel the thermostat has been efficient and easy to use. Having access to change the temperature while I’m out of the house is great! I would recommend this thermostat to anyone looking to upgrade! I loved the mounting piece to effectively cover any previous installations.