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Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium vs Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

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Key differences between Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium and Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

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 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.); Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) — No.
Touch Screen (display): Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium — Yes; Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) — No.
Speaker (features): Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium — Yes; Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) — No.
System Health Monitor (features): Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium — No; Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) — Yes (System Health Monitor helps make sure your heating and cooling system is running smoothly. It helps catch many issues early. And can send an alert if something needs attention.).

Specifications to check side by side

Fire Alerts (alerts): 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.); Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) — No.
Intrude Alerts (alerts): Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium — Subscription required (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.); Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) — No.
Screen Resolution (display): Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium — 540 x 540 px; Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) — 600 x 600 px.
Screen Size (display): Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium — 4"; Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) — 2.7".

Information still to confirm

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Option 1 · Ecobee

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

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Option 2 · Google

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

Last updated October 2026

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What the catalog tells us

Understand the tradeoffs.

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Home Assistant

Ecobee Smart Thermostat PremiumYes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)Partially

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Matter

Ecobee Smart Thermostat PremiumNo
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)Yes

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Alerts

Air Quality Alerts

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.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): No

Fire Alerts

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.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): No

Humidity Alerts

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Intrude Alerts

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.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): No

Low Battery Alerts

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Not applicable / unspecified
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Temperature Alerts

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.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes

Connectivity

2.4 GHz Wi-Fi

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

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

Yes

Catalog note

802.11n

5 GHz Wi-Fi

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

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

Yes

Catalog note

802.11n

Bluetooth

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

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

Yes

Ethernet

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Other

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Thread

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): No

Z Wave

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): No

Zigbee

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): No

Display

Color Screen

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes

Screen

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes
Catalog note
High-res, LCD display with dynamic screens

Screen Resolution

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.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

600 x 600 px

Screen Size

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.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

2.7"

Screen Type

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.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

LCD

Touch Screen

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.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

Features

Automations

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Display Temperature

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes

Display Time

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes

Display Weather

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes

Energy Savings

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes

External Temperature Sensors Selection

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: By presence
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): By time

History Records

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Speaker

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): No

System Health Monitor

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes
Catalog note
System Health Monitor helps make sure your heating and cooling system is running smoothly. It helps catch many issues early. And can send an alert if something needs attention.

Voice Control

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Catalog note
Choice of Siri or Alexa Built-in
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes
Catalog note
Voice control through Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.

Included Accessories

Temperature Sensor

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.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

Yes

Trim Plate

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.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

Yes

Integrations

Alexa

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes

Apple Home

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes
Catalog note
Via Matter. The 4th gen is the first Nest Learning Thermostat that pairs with the Apple Home app; the bundled temperature sensor stays in the Google Home app.

External Temperature Sensors

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: YES (Included)
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): YES (Included)

Google Home

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes

Home Assistant

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Partially

Matter

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes

SmartThings

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes

Power

Battery Life

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Not applicable / unspecified
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Battery Type

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Not applicable / unspecified
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Wired

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Scheduling

Automatically

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.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes
Catalog note
Automatically creates a schedule by learning your routine and preferences

Manually

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes
Catalog note
Manually set schedules in the Google Home app or Nest app

Suggestions

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes
Catalog note
Smart Schedule learns the temps you like, and when you like them; it suggests tweaks to help you save, and you can accept them in the app.

Sensors

Ambient Light

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes
Catalog note
Control display brightness and improve temperature sensor accuracy by detecting when the sun is shining on the thermostat.

Ambient Noise

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Atmospheric Pressure

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

CO₂

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): No

Humidity

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.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

Yes

Nox

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Occupancy

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.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

Yes

Pm01

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Pm03

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Pm1

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Pm10

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

PM2.5

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Proximity Motion

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Yes

Radon

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Temperature

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.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

Yes

TVOC

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: Yes
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): No

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: No
Catalog note
Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Not recorded

Specifications for Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium versus Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
Specification	Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium	Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
Alerts
Air Quality Alerts	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.	No
Fire Alerts	Subscription required Catalog note With a Smart Security subscription, your smart thermostat can detect the sound of a smoke alarm and notify you.	No
Humidity Alerts	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
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.	No
Low Battery Alerts	Not applicable / unspecified Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
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
Connectivity
2.4 GHz Wi-Fi	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	Yes Catalog note 802.11n
5 GHz Wi-Fi	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	Yes Catalog note 802.11n
Bluetooth	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	Yes
Ethernet	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Other	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Thread	No	No
Z Wave	No	No
Zigbee	No	No
Display
Color Screen	Yes	Yes
Screen	Yes	Yes Catalog note High-res, LCD display with dynamic screens
Screen Resolution	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.	600 x 600 px
Screen Size	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.	2.7"
Screen Type	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.	LCD
Touch Screen	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.	No
Features
Automations	Yes Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Display Temperature	Yes	Yes
Display Time	Yes	Yes
Display Weather	Yes	Yes
Energy Savings	Yes	Yes
External Temperature Sensors Selection	By presence	By time
History Records	Yes Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Speaker	Yes	No
System Health Monitor	No	Yes Catalog note System Health Monitor helps make sure your heating and cooling system is running smoothly. It helps catch many issues early. And can send an alert if something needs attention.
Voice Control	Yes Catalog note Choice of Siri or Alexa Built-in	Yes Catalog note Voice control through Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.
Included Accessories
Temperature Sensor	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.	Yes
Trim Plate	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.	Yes
Integrations
Alexa	Yes	Yes
Apple Home	Yes	Yes Catalog note Via Matter. The 4th gen is the first Nest Learning Thermostat that pairs with the Apple Home app; the bundled temperature sensor stays in the Google Home app.
External Temperature Sensors	YES (Included)	YES (Included)
Google Home	Yes	Yes
Home Assistant	Yes	Partially
Matter	No	Yes
SmartThings	Yes	Yes
Power
Battery Life	Not applicable / unspecified Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Battery Type	Not applicable / unspecified Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Wired	Yes Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
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 creates a schedule by learning your routine and preferences
Manually	Yes	Yes Catalog note Manually set schedules in the Google Home app or Nest app
Suggestions	No	Yes Catalog note Smart Schedule learns the temps you like, and when you like them; it suggests tweaks to help you save, and you can accept them in the app.
Sensors
Ambient Light	No	Yes Catalog note Control display brightness and improve temperature sensor accuracy by detecting when the sun is shining on the thermostat.
Ambient Noise	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Atmospheric Pressure	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Co	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
CO₂	Yes	No
Humidity	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.	Yes
Nox	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Occupancy	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.	Yes
Pm01	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Pm03	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Pm1	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Pm10	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
PM2.5	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Proximity Motion	Yes	Yes
Radon	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded
Temperature	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.	Yes
TVOC	Yes	No
Uv	No Catalog note Additional catalog field from the air-quality-monitors listing of this model.	Not recorded

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