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The best smart thermostats of 2023
BEST OVERALL
Nest Learning Thermostat, 3rd Gen
The Nest Learning Thermostat is easy to install, simple to control from anywhere, and works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
Pros
Works with Alexa and Google Assistant
Intuitive
Support temperature sensors
Cons
There are plenty of options when it comes to great smart home devices, but few have the potential to impact your overall comfort more than a programmable thermostat. ● If you want to remotely control the temperature in your home, save energy and money on utility bills with more efficient heating/cooling, or just want to engage in the longstanding thermostat war with your significant other from anywhere in the world, a programmable Wi-fi thermostat is for you. ● But where to start? We offer you the best smart thermostats on the market right now.
Does not support Apple Homekit
BEST TRADITIONAL-STYLE
Sensi Touch 2 (2023)
An intuitive touchscreen, great temperature accuracy, and remote sensing make this a solid smart thermostat pick.
Pros
Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Samsung Smartthings
Intuitive touchscreen
Excellent temperature control
Remote temperature sensing
Cons
Basic styling
BEST VALUE
Google Nest Thermostat
The Nest Thermostat offers several of the same features as the more robust Nest Learning Thermostat but at a fraction of the cost.
Pros
Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
Google Home app is easy to use
Works well
Cons
No native integration with Apple Homekit
Trim kit is additional cost
Doesn’t work with Nest Temperature Sensors
DAVE ELLERBY/REVIEWED
BEST FOR SMART HOME
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium (2022)
Lavishly smart, the Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium can control a wider than average amount of HVAC systems and smart home features.
Pros
Great smart features
Multiple HVAC system control
Useful zone scheduling
Cons
Pricey
Requires specific wiring
BEST WITH VOICE CONTROL
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced (2022)
This smart thermostat connects to Wi-fi and heeds to voice commands. Even without those extra flourishes, it has high temperature sensing accuracy.
Pros
Excellent temperature regulation
Built-in Alexa and Siri voice control
Radar sensor detects when you are home
Compatible with Alexa, Apple Home Kit, Samsung Smartthings, Google Assistant, and IFTTT
Cons
Can not be installed in a heat-only 2-wire system