Ecobee has announced the release of its new Smart Thermostat Essential, designed to provide an affordable option while retaining the brand’s known features for comfort and convenience. This product includes a full-color touchscreen and is priced lower than previous models. It is noted for its ease of installation and user-friendly interface. Customers can potentially reduce their annual heating and cooling expenses by up to 23%, with the cost of the device recouped in approximately six months.
The Smart Thermostat Essential allows users to manage home temperatures efficiently, thus reducing energy bills. With its scheduling and comfort settings, it adapts to household routines to manage energy consumption effectively. The thermostat is capable of learning the time needed to heat and cool a home, ensuring precise temperature control. When used with optional ecobee SmartSensors, it can improve comfort in frequently used rooms.
Control of the thermostat is available through its touchscreen display or the ecobee mobile app, enabling users to adjust home temperatures remotely. The system also features automatic alerts to prevent disruptions in heating and cooling. The Home Energy Reports feature provides insights into energy usage, helping users identify efficiency improvements. The thermostat is compatible with major smart home systems like Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Google Assistant.
The Smart Thermostat Essential is part of ecobee’s range of ENERGY STAR certified products, which also includes the Enhanced and Premium models. These models offer features such as larger displays, radar for occupancy and motion detection, indoor air quality monitoring, and integrated speakers. All ecobee thermostats are crafted with premium materials and include eco-friendly packaging. Software updates provide ongoing improvements and new features.
The Smart Thermostat Essential will be available for purchase in March 2025 from major retailers and on ecobee’s website. For more information, visit ecobee’s press release here.
