Ecobee Essential Smart Thermostat REVIEW — MacSources

A Reliable Smart Thermostat Without the Extra Frills

I’ve been a customer of Ecobee for years ever since they started shipping to the public way back in 2008. At that time, I found that other smart thermostats in this space either started to have security issues or the product wasn’t living up to its promises but Ecobee has been rock solid since day one and keeps getting better. Recently I installed their Essential thermostat and besides a mishap on my part that we will talk about later, it’s been a great experience.

About Ecobee Essential Smart Thermostat

The ecobee Essential Smart Thermostat delivers comfort, convenience, and energy savings in a sleek, easy-to-use design. Built for effortless home climate control, it helps optimize heating and cooling while reducing energy costs. With intuitive scheduling, voice control compatibility, and seamless integration with smart home ecosystems like Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and more, the ecobee Essential ensures a smarter, more efficient way to manage indoor temperatures.

Its user-friendly touchscreen display and remote access via the ecobee app make adjusting settings a breeze-whether you’re at home or away. Plus, with advanced features like occupancy…