The Top 5 Best Smart Thermostats

Smart thermostats help homeowners get more value out of their HVAC systems by optimizing efficiency, improving programmability, and increasing the lifespan of HVAC systems. If you’re ready to purchase a smart thermostat, it can be confusing to figure out which is best for your home.

Here are 5 of the best smart thermostats on the market today.

The Top 5 Best Smart Thermostats

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

Pros

• Supports Alexa, Google Assistant, and more
• Also works as a home security device and smart speaker
• Helps to monitor indoor air quality
• Excellent design

Cons

• High price
• Some features require a paid subscription

The Bottom Line

The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium is full of features that allow you to take advantage of everything the best that smart thermostats have to offer. You’ll just have to pay a relatively high price to access them.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat

Pros

• Clean, functioning design
• A breeze to install
• Includes lots of great features
• Interacts with other Amazon and third-party devices
• Support for Alexa, Google Home, and more

Cons

• No remote room sensors
• Expensive

The Bottom Line

The Google Nest Learning Thermostat is beautifully designed and highly functional. But it’s also fairly expensive and doesn’t offer remote room sensors.

Nest Thermostat

Pros

• More affordable than other options
• Stylish design
• Connects with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
• Offers user-created scheduling
• Helps with energy consumption monitoring
• Will warn you when you have a potential HVAC issue

Cons

• Doesn’t have a touchscreen
• Won’t automatically set schedules

The Bottom Line

The Nest Thermostat is a good middle-of-the-road option. It’s less expensive than some competitors but still offers a number of solid features.

Amazon Smart Thermostat

Pros

• Highly affordable
• Works with Alexa
• Will report your energy consumption to you

Cons

• Doesn’t work with third-party technologies
• Doesn’t have a remote sensor

The Bottom Line

The Amazon Smart Thermostat is the cheapest option on our list. It doesn’t have a lot of features, but it’s still a solid smart thermostat that will give you some nice benefits.

Honeywell Home T9 Smart Thermostat With Sensor

Pros

• Very easy to install
• Comes with a remote room sensor
• Works with Alexa, Google Home, and more
• Comes with dual-band Wi-Fi

Cons

• Doesn’t offer any integration with other Honeywell devices
• Struggles with ITFTT

The Bottom Line

This Honeywell Home smart thermostat is great if you have a big home that struggles with uneven temperatures thanks to its dual-band Wi-Fi and remote room sensors.

Factors to Consider Before Buying a Smart Thermostat

Rebates

Some smart thermostats come with rebates that reduce the actual price you pay for them. Just keep in mind that some manufacturers include this discount in the advertised price.

Learning Capability

Ideally, you want your smart thermostat to learn your family’s routine and adjust how it heats and cools your home based on it. This helps you get maximum value from your smart thermostat on a daily basis. However, models with this learning capability tend to cost more.

Appearance and Touchscreen

It’s also worth considering how the smart thermostat will look in your home and how easy it will be for you to navigate its touchscreen menu. You may want to visit a store with smart thermostat displays set up so that you can try a few out before buying one.

Compatibility

Most modern HVAC systems are compatible with all smart thermostats from major brands. But if you have an older HVAC unit or you’re looking at off-brand smart thermostats, it will be important to verify compatibility before making a purchase.

Need Help Installing Your Smart Thermostat? ABE Heating and Cooling Can Help

Are you ready to install a smart thermostat in your home? If so, ABE Heating and Cooling is here to help. We are located in Brighton, Colorado, and serve the entire Denver Metro Area. Get in touch and we’ll help you get your new smart thermostat running right away.