Should I buy the Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium?

The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium is a strong buy if you want a premium smart thermostat with extra smart-home features and you’re okay paying more for them. If you only need basic scheduling and temperature control, it may be more than you need.

Why it’s worth buying:

• Advanced sensors: It has radar-based occupancy sensing and air-quality alerts.
• Room comfort help: It can work with Ecobee Smart Sensors, which help balance temperatures in rooms that run too hot or too cold.
• Energy savings: Ecobee says it can save up to 26% per year on heating and cooling costs.
• Smart home extras: It can show a live stream from a compatible Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera on the thermostat screen.

When to skip it:

• It’s on the expensive side, so if you don’t care about air-quality alerts, room sensing, or doorbell-camera integration, you may be paying for features you won’t use.

Bottom line: Buy it if you want a premium thermostat that doubles as a smart-home hub. Skip it if you mainly want the cheapest good thermostat for scheduling and basic comfort control.

Caveat: Exact energy savings will vary based on your home, climate, and prior usage habits. Also, bundle contents can vary by retailer, so check the specific listing if you’re expecting included accessories.