Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium vs Google Nest Learning Thermostat

By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified Jun 5 by Billy G.

ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Google Nest Learning Thermostat
Google Nest Learning Thermostat
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Verdict: Google Nest Learning Thermostat wins overall with its 2024-08 release, improved AI, and larger display compared to ecobee's 2022-05 model. ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium counters with air quality monitoring and radar sensor at a lower $249 MSRP versus $279. Both include dedicated room sensors and remain current per authoritative facts.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium lists at $249 while Google Nest Learning Thermostat lists at $239.99 — Google Nest Learning Thermostat undercuts Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium by $9.01 (4%).

Winner: Google Nest Learning Thermostat

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium: 7.5/10

Google Nest Learning Thermostat: 8.5/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

Ecobee Smart Thermostat PremiumGoogle Nest Learning Thermostat
Release Date2022-052024-08
Price (USD)249279
Primary AdvantageAir quality monitoring and radar sensorAI schedule learning and larger display
Included SensorSmartSensorNest Temperature Sensor

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

What works

  • Radar sensor for occupancy detection
  • Integrated smart speaker with Siri or Alexa

What doesn't

  • Older 2022 release date
  • No automatic schedule learning mentioned

Google Nest Learning Thermostat

What works

  • Learns user's schedule and preferences
  • Larger display with improved AI
  • 4th generation with Nest Temperature Sensor

What doesn't

  • Higher MSRP at $279
  • No built-in air quality monitoring

Bottom line

Our pick: Google Nest Learning Thermostat.

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