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Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential vs Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

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Key differences between Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential and Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

A summary of selected recorded differences between these thermostats. Check the full specification table below for details and conditions.

Feature differences among your selected devices

Air Quality Alerts (alerts): Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential — No; Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium — Yes (Built-in air quality monitor alerts you when air quality is poor and offer tips on how to improve it. | Air filter change reminders make cleaner air a breeze.).
5 GHz Wi-Fi (connectivity): Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential — No; Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium — Yes (802.11 a/n/ac).
Speaker (features): Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential — No; Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium — Yes.
Temperature Sensor (included accessories): Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential — No; Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium — Yes.

Specifications to check side by side

Fire Alerts (alerts): Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential — No; Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium — Subscription required (With a Smart Security subscription, your smart thermostat can detect the sound of a smoke alarm and notify you.).
External Temperature Sensors (integrations): Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential — Sold separately (Works with ecobee SmartSensors, sold separately; no SmartSensor ships in the box.); Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium — YES (Included).

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Option 1 · Ecobee

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

Last updated October 2026

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Option 2 · Ecobee

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

Catalog update date not recorded

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Alerts

Air Quality Alerts

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: No
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Catalog note
Built-in air quality monitor alerts you when air quality is poor and offer tips on how to improve it. | Air filter change reminders make cleaner air a breeze.

Fire Alerts

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: No
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Subscription required
Catalog note
With a Smart Security subscription, your smart thermostat can detect the sound of a smoke alarm and notify you.

Humidity Alerts

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Intrude Alerts

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Subscription required
Catalog note
When you subscribe to ecobee Smart Security, Smart Thermostat Premium will play the siren if it detects an intruder. You will be notified instantly and can review details in the app and take appropriate action. When you arrive home, Smart Security can disarm automatically for more peace of mind and convenience with less hassle. ecobee home monitoring uses smart thermostat's advanced sensor, Wi-Fi, and geofencing technology to understand when your home is empty or occupied.
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Subscription required
Catalog note
When you subscribe to ecobee Smart Security, Smart Thermostat Premium will play the siren if it detects an intruder. You will be notified instantly and can review details in the app and take appropriate action. When you arrive home, Smart Security can disarm automatically for more peace of mind and convenience with less hassle. ecobee home monitoring uses smart thermostat's advanced sensor, Wi-Fi, and geofencing technology to understand when your home is empty or occupied.

Low Battery Alerts

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Not applicable / unspecified
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Temperature Alerts

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Catalog note
Stay on top of your home's well-being, even while you're away, by being alerted to events like sudden temperature drops or spikes that could cause damage to your home.
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Catalog note
Stay on top of your home's well-being, even while you're away, by being alerted to events like sudden temperature drops or spikes that could cause damage to your home.

Connectivity

2.4 GHz Wi-Fi

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

Yes

Catalog note

802.11 b/g/n

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

Yes

Manufacturer source

The thermostat supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page →

Source section: Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents
Model: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Region: US manufacturer page
Firmware: Not specified by this source
Checked: 2026-10-04

Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed.

Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.

Catalog note

802.11 b/g/n

5 GHz Wi-Fi

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

Yes

Manufacturer source

The thermostat supports 5 GHz Wi-Fi.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page →

Source section: Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents
Model: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Region: US manufacturer page
Firmware: Not specified by this source
Checked: 2026-10-04

Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed.

Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.

Catalog note

802.11 a/n/ac

Bluetooth

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

Yes

Catalog note

Bluetooth 5.0

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

Yes

Manufacturer source

Bluetooth 5.0 is specified.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page →

Source section: Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents
Model: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Region: US manufacturer page
Firmware: Not specified by this source
Checked: 2026-10-04

Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed.

Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.

Catalog note

Bluetooth 5.0

Ethernet

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Other

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Thread

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: No
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No

Z Wave

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: No
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No

Zigbee

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: No
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No

Display

Color Screen

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

Screen

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

Screen Resolution

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

540 x 540 px

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

540 x 540 px

Manufacturer source

Display resolution is 540 by 540 pixels.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page →

Source section: Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents
Model: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Region: US manufacturer page
Firmware: Not specified by this source
Checked: 2026-10-04

Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed.

Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.

Screen Size

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

Manufacturer source

The display measures four inches.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page →

Source section: Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents
Model: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Region: US manufacturer page
Firmware: Not specified by this source
Checked: 2026-10-04

Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed.

Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.

Screen Type

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

LCD

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

LCD

Manufacturer source

The display is an LCD.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page →

Source section: Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents
Model: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Region: US manufacturer page
Firmware: Not specified by this source
Checked: 2026-10-04

Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed.

Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.

Touch Screen

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

Yes

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

Yes

Manufacturer source

The display supports touch controls.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page →

Source section: Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents
Model: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Region: US manufacturer page
Firmware: Not specified by this source
Checked: 2026-10-04

Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed.

Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.

Features

Automations

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Display Temperature

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

Display Time

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

Display Weather

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

Energy Savings

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

External Temperature Sensors Selection

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: By presence
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: By presence

History Records

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Speaker

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: No
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

System Health Monitor

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: No
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No

Voice Control

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Catalog note
Voice control through Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple Siri (HomeKit).
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Catalog note
Choice of Siri or Alexa Built-in

Included Accessories

Temperature Sensor

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

Yes

Manufacturer source

A SmartSensor is included in the box.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page →

Source section: Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents
Model: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Region: US manufacturer page
Firmware: Not specified by this source
Checked: 2026-10-04

Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed.

Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.

Trim Plate

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

Yes

Manufacturer source

A trim plate is included.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page →

Source section: Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents
Model: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Region: US manufacturer page
Firmware: Not specified by this source
Checked: 2026-10-04

Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed.

Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.

Integrations

Alexa

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

Apple Home

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

External Temperature Sensors

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Sold separately
Catalog note
Works with ecobee SmartSensors, sold separately; no SmartSensor ships in the box.
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: YES (Included)

Google Home

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

Home Assistant

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

Matter

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: No
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No

SmartThings

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Catalog note
Via the official ecobee integration
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

Power

Battery Life

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Not applicable / unspecified
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Battery Type

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Not applicable / unspecified
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Wired

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Scheduling

Automatically

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Catalog note
Automatically turns down your temperature when nobody is home. | Learns your routine and recommends changes to your thermostat schedule for optimal energy savings. | Automatically heats or cools your home when electricity is more affordable and cleaner.
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Catalog note
Automatically turns down your temperature when nobody is home. | Learns your routine and recommends changes to your thermostat schedule for optimal energy savings. | Automatically heats or cools your home when electricity is more affordable and cleaner.

Manually

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

Suggestions

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: No
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No

Sensors

Ambient Light

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: No
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No

Ambient Noise

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Atmospheric Pressure

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

CO₂

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: No
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

Humidity

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

Yes

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

Yes

Manufacturer source

A humidity sensor is included.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page →

Source section: Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents
Model: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Region: US manufacturer page
Firmware: Not specified by this source
Checked: 2026-10-04

Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed.

Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.

Nox

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Occupancy

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

Yes

Manufacturer source

Radar detects occupancy.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page →

Source section: Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents
Model: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Region: US manufacturer page
Firmware: Not specified by this source
Checked: 2026-10-04

Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed.

Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.

Pm01

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Pm03

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Pm1

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Pm10

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

PM2.5

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Proximity Motion

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Yes
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

Radon

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Temperature

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

Yes

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

Yes

Manufacturer source

A temperature sensor is included.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page →

Source section: Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents
Model: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Region: US manufacturer page
Firmware: Not specified by this source
Checked: 2026-10-04

Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed.

Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.

TVOC

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: No
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential: Not recorded
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

Specifications for Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential versus Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Specification	Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential	Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Alerts
Air Quality Alerts	No	Yes Catalog note Built-in air quality monitor alerts you when air quality is poor and offer tips on how to improve it. \| Air filter change reminders make cleaner air a breeze.
Fire Alerts	No	Subscription required Catalog note With a Smart Security subscription, your smart thermostat can detect the sound of a smoke alarm and notify you.
Humidity Alerts	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Intrude Alerts	Subscription required Catalog note When you subscribe to ecobee Smart Security, Smart Thermostat Premium will play the siren if it detects an intruder. You will be notified instantly and can review details in the app and take appropriate action. When you arrive home, Smart Security can disarm automatically for more peace of mind and convenience with less hassle. ecobee home monitoring uses smart thermostat's advanced sensor, Wi-Fi, and geofencing technology to understand when your home is empty or occupied.	Subscription required Catalog note When you subscribe to ecobee Smart Security, Smart Thermostat Premium will play the siren if it detects an intruder. You will be notified instantly and can review details in the app and take appropriate action. When you arrive home, Smart Security can disarm automatically for more peace of mind and convenience with less hassle. ecobee home monitoring uses smart thermostat's advanced sensor, Wi-Fi, and geofencing technology to understand when your home is empty or occupied.
Low Battery Alerts	Not recorded	Not applicable / unspecified Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Temperature Alerts	Yes Catalog note Stay on top of your home's well-being, even while you're away, by being alerted to events like sudden temperature drops or spikes that could cause damage to your home.	Yes Catalog note Stay on top of your home's well-being, even while you're away, by being alerted to events like sudden temperature drops or spikes that could cause damage to your home.
Connectivity
2.4 GHz Wi-Fi	Yes Catalog note 802.11 b/g/n	Yes Manufacturer source The thermostat supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page → Source section Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents Model Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Region US manufacturer page Firmware Not specified by this source Checked 2026-10-04 Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. Catalog note 802.11 b/g/n
5 GHz Wi-Fi	No	Yes Manufacturer source The thermostat supports 5 GHz Wi-Fi. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page → Source section Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents Model Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Region US manufacturer page Firmware Not specified by this source Checked 2026-10-04 Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. Catalog note 802.11 a/n/ac
Bluetooth	Yes Catalog note Bluetooth 5.0	Yes Manufacturer source Bluetooth 5.0 is specified. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page → Source section Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents Model Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Region US manufacturer page Firmware Not specified by this source Checked 2026-10-04 Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. Catalog note Bluetooth 5.0
Ethernet	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Other	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Thread	No	No
Z Wave	No	No
Zigbee	No	No
Display
Color Screen	Yes	Yes
Screen	Yes	Yes
Screen Resolution	540 x 540 px	540 x 540 px Manufacturer source Display resolution is 540 by 540 pixels. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page → Source section Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents Model Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Region US manufacturer page Firmware Not specified by this source Checked 2026-10-04 Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Screen Size	4"	4" Manufacturer source The display measures four inches. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page → Source section Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents Model Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Region US manufacturer page Firmware Not specified by this source Checked 2026-10-04 Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Screen Type	LCD	LCD Manufacturer source The display is an LCD. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page → Source section Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents Model Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Region US manufacturer page Firmware Not specified by this source Checked 2026-10-04 Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes Manufacturer source The display supports touch controls. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page → Source section Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents Model Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Region US manufacturer page Firmware Not specified by this source Checked 2026-10-04 Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Features
Automations	Not recorded	Yes Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Display Temperature	Yes	Yes
Display Time	Yes	Yes
Display Weather	Yes	Yes
Energy Savings	Yes	Yes
External Temperature Sensors Selection	By presence	By presence
History Records	Not recorded	Yes Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Speaker	No	Yes
System Health Monitor	No	No
Voice Control	Yes Catalog note Voice control through Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple Siri (HomeKit).	Yes Catalog note Choice of Siri or Alexa Built-in
Included Accessories
Temperature Sensor	No	Yes Manufacturer source A SmartSensor is included in the box. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page → Source section Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents Model Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Region US manufacturer page Firmware Not specified by this source Checked 2026-10-04 Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Trim Plate	No	Yes Manufacturer source A trim plate is included. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page → Source section Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents Model Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Region US manufacturer page Firmware Not specified by this source Checked 2026-10-04 Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Integrations
Alexa	Yes	Yes
Apple Home	Yes	Yes
External Temperature Sensors	Sold separately Catalog note Works with ecobee SmartSensors, sold separately; no SmartSensor ships in the box.	YES (Included)
Google Home	Yes	Yes
Home Assistant	Yes	Yes
Matter	No	No
SmartThings	Yes Catalog note Via the official ecobee integration	Yes
Power
Battery Life	Not recorded	Not applicable / unspecified Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Battery Type	Not recorded	Not applicable / unspecified Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Wired	Not recorded	Yes Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Scheduling
Automatically	Yes Catalog note Automatically turns down your temperature when nobody is home. \| Learns your routine and recommends changes to your thermostat schedule for optimal energy savings. \| Automatically heats or cools your home when electricity is more affordable and cleaner.	Yes Catalog note Automatically turns down your temperature when nobody is home. \| Learns your routine and recommends changes to your thermostat schedule for optimal energy savings. \| Automatically heats or cools your home when electricity is more affordable and cleaner.
Manually	Yes	Yes
Suggestions	No	No
Sensors
Ambient Light	No	No
Ambient Noise	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Atmospheric Pressure	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Co	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
CO₂	No	Yes
Humidity	Yes	Yes Manufacturer source A humidity sensor is included. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page → Source section Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents Model Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Region US manufacturer page Firmware Not specified by this source Checked 2026-10-04 Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Nox	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Occupancy	No	Yes Manufacturer source Radar detects occupancy. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page → Source section Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents Model Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Region US manufacturer page Firmware Not specified by this source Checked 2026-10-04 Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Pm01	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Pm03	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Pm1	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Pm10	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
PM2.5	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Proximity Motion	Yes	Yes
Radon	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Temperature	Yes	Yes Manufacturer source A temperature sensor is included. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium manufacturer product page → Source section Display, thermostat sensors, connectivity and box contents Model Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Region US manufacturer page Firmware Not specified by this source Checked 2026-10-04 Requires compatible 24 VAC HVAC equipment. Check the wiring and accessory limits; a Power Extender Kit may be needed. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
TVOC	No	Yes
Uv	Not recorded	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.

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